9-Day Honeymoon Itinerary in Portugal and Spain

  1. Day 1: Lisbon, Portugal
    Distance and Time from Airport: 8.2 miles, 20 minutes

    Take a romantic stroll through the historic Alfama district, then visit the Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery.

  2. Day 2: Sintra, Portugal
    Distance and Time from Lisbon: 17.6 miles, 40 minutes

    Visit the fairytale-like Pena Palace and admire the stunning landscapes of Sintra.

  3. Day 3: Porto, Portugal
    Distance and Time from Sintra: 191.7 miles, 3 hours 30 minutes

    Stroll along Ribeira, a charming UNESCO-listed riverside district, then enjoy a port wine tasting at one of the wine cellars.

  4. Day 4: Madrid, Spain
    Distance and Time from Porto: 345.9 miles, 6 hours

    Visit the Prado Museum and admire the impressive collection of Spanish art, then savor local tapas at bustling San Miguel Market.

  5. Day 5: Toledo, Spain
    Distance and Time from Madrid: 47.5 miles, 1 hour

    Explore the medieval town center and visit the stunning Alcázar, a fortified palace high on a hilltop.

  6. Day 6: Barcelona, Spain
    Distance and Time from Toledo: 421.6 miles, 6 hours 20 minutes

    Take a romantic walk along La Rambla, visit Gaudi's famous Park Güell and marvel at the impressive Sagrada Familia.

  7. Day 7: Costa Brava, Spain
    Distance and Time from Barcelona: 64.7 miles, 1 hour 20 minutes

    Relax on the picturesque beaches of Calella and Playa de Aro, then explore the medieval town of Pals.

  8. Day 8: Valencia, Spain
    Distance and Time from Costa Brava: 5 hours 30 minutes

    Visit the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences, then stroll through the charming Barrio del Carmen and taste local paella.

  9. Day 9: Granada, Spain
    Distance and Time from Valencia: 372 miles, 6 hours 30 minutes

    Visit the stunning Alhambra Palace and admire the breathtaking architecture and gardens.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery (3 hours, €12)
  • Pena Palace (2 hours, €14)
  • Port Wine Tasting (2 hours, €20)
  • Prado Museum (3 hours, €15)
  • Alcázar of Toledo (2 hours, €10)
  • Park Güell and Sagrada Familia (4 hours, €40)
  • Beach Day in Costa Brava (4 hours, free)
  • City of Arts and Sciences (4 hours, €16)
  • Alhambra Palace (3 hours, €14)
  • Total Estimated Costs (21 hours, €141)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a day trip to Cascais from Lisbon or visit the charming seaside villages of Costa Brava. If you have less time, skip Sintra or Toledo and spend an extra day in Lisbon or Barcelona. Remember to book tickets for popular attractions such as the Alhambra in advance to avoid long lines.

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