56 days in Europe & Africa Itinerary

Make it your trip
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Paris, France
— 3 nights
Fly
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Lyon, France
— 4 nights
Fly to Madrid, Train to Zaragoza
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Zaragoza, Spain
— 4 nights
Train
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Madrid, Spain
— 7 nights
Drive
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Salamanca, Spain
— 4 nights
Drive
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Porto, Portugal
— 4 nights
Fly
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Lisbon, Portugal
— 9 nights
Fly
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Marrakech, Morocco
— 5 nights
Fly
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Fes, Morocco
— 5 nights
Fly
10
Seville, Spain
— 5 nights
Drive
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Granada, Spain
— 5 nights

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Paris, France — 3 nights

City of Light

Explore hidden gems such as Place des Vosges and Chapelle Notre Dame de la Medaille Miraculeuse. There's much more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Louvre Museum, tour the pleasant surroundings at Ile Saint-Louis, pause for some photo ops at Arc de Triomphe, and don't miss a visit to Le Trocadero et son esplanade.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Paris trip itinerary maker app.

If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major aiports are Paris-Orly Airport, Charles de Gaulle International Airport and Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport. In May in Paris, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Lyon.
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Find places to stay May 26 — 29:

Lyon, France — 4 nights

Culinary Capital of France

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Vieux Lyon and Mur des Canuts. There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at Fresque des Lyonnais, admire the landmark architecture of Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon.

For photos, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Lyon holiday planner.

You can fly from Paris to Lyon in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In May, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Fri) so you can travel to Zaragoza.
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Find places to stay May 29 — Jun 2:

Zaragoza, Spain — 4 nights

City of Four Cultures

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Basilica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar and Museo Goya Coleccion Ibercaja. And it doesn't end there: pause for some photo ops at Palacio de la Aljaferia, get engrossed in the history at Museo de Zaragoza, don't miss a visit to Palacio Real Maestranza de Caballeria Zaragoza, and contemplate the long history of La Lonja.

Use Klarna Trips's suggestions to plan your Zaragoza trip and find the best activities and attractions for your vacation.

Traveling by combination of flight and train from Lyon to Zaragoza takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Traveling from Lyon in June, you will find days in Zaragoza are somewhat warmer (36°C), and nights are about the same (19°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) to allow enough time to take a train to Madrid.
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Find places to stay Jun 2 — 6:

Madrid, Spain — 7 nights

Cultural Capital of Spain

Step off the beaten path and head to Wine Tours & Tastings and Casco Historico de Toledo. Get out of town with these interesting Madrid side-trips: Toledo (Jacinta & Maria Chocolates, Puerta de Bisagra, &more). Next up on the itinerary: savor the flavors at Food & Drink, walk around Parque del Retiro, make a trip to Paseo del Prado, and pause for some photo ops at Puerta de Alcala.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, read Madrid trip planner.

Traveling by train from Zaragoza to Madrid takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. June in Madrid sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Salamanca.
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Find places to stay Jun 6 — 13:

Salamanca, Spain — 4 nights

Golden City

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Plaza Mayor and Ieronimus. Change things up with these side-trips from Salamanca: Casco Antiguo de Candelario (in Candelario), Monasterio de Sancti Spiritu (in Toro) and Bodega Muelas (in Tordesillas). There's lots more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Old Cathedral (Catedral Vieja), explore the world behind art at Museum of Art Nouveau and Art Deco Casa Lis, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at New Cathedral (Catedral Nueva), and get to know the fascinating history of Ciudad Vieja de Salamanca.

For other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Salamanca trip builder.

You can drive from Madrid to Salamanca in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Madrid in June, expect Salamanca to be little chillier, temps between 32°C and 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 17th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Porto.
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Porto, Portugal — 4 nights

Unvanquished City

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Ribeira do Porto and Palacio da Bolsa. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Porto: Guimaraes (Padrao do Salado, Largo Republica do Brasil, &more) and Pinhao (Pinhao Railway Station, The Douro Valley, &more). Next up on the itinerary: explore the activities along Douro River, take in the views from Ponte de Dom Luis I, steep yourself in history at Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral), and examine the collection at FC Porto Museum.

To find other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Porto tour planner.

You can drive from Salamanca to Porto in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Salamanca to Porto due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Salamanca in June, plan for slightly colder days in Porto, with highs around 26°C, while nights are a bit warmer with lows around 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Lisbon.
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Find places to stay Jun 17 — 21:

Lisbon, Portugal — 9 nights

City of Seven Hills

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Obidos Village and Cabo da Roca. Venture out of the city with trips to Parque Natural da Arrabida (in Setubal), Nazare (Miradouro do Suberco & Church of Nossa Senhora da Nazaré) and Monastery of Alcobaca (in Alcobaca). There's much more to do: admire the striking features of Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, wander the streets of Chiado, take some stellar pictures from Miradouro da Senhora do Monte, and observe the fascinating underwater world at Lisbon Oceanarium.

For reviews, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Lisbon trip itinerary maker app.

Traveling by flight from Porto to Lisbon takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Porto in June: highs in Lisbon hover around 32°C, while lows dip to 18°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Marrakech.
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Find places to stay Jun 21 — 30:

Marrakech, Morocco — 5 nights

Red City

Step off the beaten path and head to Balloon Rides and Food Tours. Make the 1st (Sat) a memorable day with a climbing tour. Next up on the itinerary: take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin Majorelle, walk around Cyber Parc Arsat Moulay Abdeslam, explore the different monuments and memorials at Koubba of Fatima Zohra, and browse the eclectic array of goods at Jemaa el-Fnaa.

To find where to stay, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Marrakech trip maker tool.

You can fly from Lisbon to Marrakech in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and train. When traveling from Lisbon in June, plan for somewhat warmer days in Marrakech, with highs around 39°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 5th (Wed) to allow time for the flight to Fes.
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Fes, Morocco — 5 nights

Mecca of the West

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Nature & Wildlife Tours and Safaris. The adventure continues: soak away your stress at local Arab baths, admire the landmark architecture of Cherratin Medersa, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and contemplate the long history of Bab Chorfa.

To find where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Fes trip planning app.

Traveling by flight from Marrakech to Fes takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In July in Fes, expect temperatures between 43°C during the day and 21°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Seville.
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Find places to stay Jul 5 — 10:

Seville, Spain — 5 nights

City of Towers

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Playa Victoria and Puente de Isabel II (Puente de Triana). Venture out of the city with trips to Playa de Camposoto (in San Fernando) and Palacio del Virrey Laserna (in Jerez De La Frontera). And it doesn't end there: contemplate the long history of Plaza de España, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral de Sevilla, stroll through Palacio de las Duenas, and experience rural life at Les Visites du Campo Bravo.

For photos, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, use the Seville journey maker app.

You can fly from Fes to Seville in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Traveling from Fes to Seville, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Fes, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Seville, ranging from highs of 38°C to lows of 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) so you can drive to Granada.
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Granada, Spain — 5 nights

Pearl of Spain

Step off the beaten path and head to Wine Tours & Tastings and Room Escape Games. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Granada: Nerja (Fundación Cueva de Nerja, Balcony of Europe, &more). Next up on the itinerary: step into the grandiose world of Alhambra, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Abadia del Sacromonte, don't miss a visit to Fundacion Rodriguez Acosta, and head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.

To find maps, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Granada holiday planning app.

Getting from Seville to Granada by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In July in Granada, expect temperatures between 40°C during the day and 22°C at night.
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