10-Day Honeymoon Itinerary for Portugal, Spain, and France

  • Day 1: Lisbon, Portugal
    20 minutes (7 kilometers) from Lisbon Portela Airport

    Explore the historic neighborhoods of Lisbon such as Alfama and Bairro Alto. Visit the iconic Belém Tower and taste the famous Pastel de Nata at the Pasteis de Belém bakery. Take a scenic tram ride through the city and end the day watching the sunset at Miradouro de Santa Luzia.

  • Day 2: Sintra and Cascais, Portugal
    40 minutes (33 kilometers) from Lisbon

    Visit the majestic Pena Palace in Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a stroll through the exotic gardens of Quinta da Regaleira and see the stunning views from Castelo dos Mouros. Drive to the coastal town of Cascais, dine at a seafood restaurant and walk hand-in-hand along the beach.

  • Day 3: Barcelona, Spain
    2 hours (1,062 kilometers) from Lisbon

    Start the day by visiting the iconic Sagrada Familia and Park Güell, designed by Antoni Gaudi. Wander the charming lanes of the Gothic Quarter and visit the Picasso Museum. Dine at a rooftop restaurant with a view of the city and watch the Magic Fountain light show at night.

  • Day 4: Barcelona, Spain
    Within walking distance of Day 3 locations

    Explore the trendy El Raval neighborhood and visit the contemporary art museum, MACBA. Stroll along La Rambla and the Boqueria Market, indulge in some tapas and sangria. Take a walk on the beach and end the day at a flamenco show.

  • Day 5: Nice, France
    1.5 hours (635 kilometers) flight from Barcelona El Prat Airport

    Take a morning flight to Nice, the jewel of the French Riviera. Visit the colorful Old Town and the famous flower market. Take a stroll on the Promenade des Anglais and enjoy the Mediterranean Sea. Dine at a local restaurant and taste the famous Niçoise salad.

  • Day 6: Monaco and Eze, France
    30 minutes (22 kilometers) from Nice

    Take a drive along the stunning coastline to Monaco, the luxury capital of Europe. Visit the famous Monte-Carlo Casino and the Prince's Palace. Drive up to the charming medieval village of Eze and enjoy the views. Dine at a Michelin-starred restaurant and taste fine French cuisine.

  • Day 7: Paris, France
    1.5 hours (995 kilometers) flight from Nice Côte d'Azur Airport

    Take a morning flight to the City of Love. Visit the iconic Eiffel Tower and have a romantic picnic in the Champ de Mars. Visit the Louvre Museum and stroll through the beautiful Tuileries Garden. Take a river cruise on the Seine and end the night watching a cabaret show at the Moulin Rouge.

  • Day 8: Paris, France
    Within walking distance of Day 7 locations

    Explore the bohemian neighborhood of Montmartre and visit the beautiful Sacré-Cœur Basilica. Stroll along the Champs-Élysées and shop at the luxury boutiques. Dine at a romantic restaurant and take a night walk along the Seine river.

  • Day 9: Versailles, France
    40 minutes (25 kilometers) from Paris

    Take a morning train to the Palace of Versailles, the symbol of French royalty. Walk through the beautiful gardens and visit the Hall of Mirrors. Enjoy a romantic picnic on the grounds and return to Paris for a romantic under-the-stars movie night at La Villette Open-Air Cinema.

  • Day 10: Departure
    45 minutes (25 kilometers) from Paris

    Depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and board the flight back home.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lisbon Belém Tower (1 hour, €6)
  • Sintra Pena Palace (2 hours, €14)
  • Cascais seafood restaurant (1.5 hours, €80)
  • Barcelona rooftop dining (2 hours, €100)
  • Nice Niçoise salad (1 hour, €20)
  • Eze Michelin-starred restaurant (2 hours, €300)
  • Paris cabaret show (2 hours, €250)
  • La Villette open-air cinema (2 hours, €15)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €785

Transportation

You will need to consider different modes of transportation while on this trip. You can travel between Lisbon and Barcelona by plane, and then Nice and Paris by taking a train or another flight. Moving around each city can be done by walking, taking public transportation or private transportation services like taxis or ride-sharing. The estimated transportation cost for the entire trip is €400 with a travel time estimate of 15 hours.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a day trip to the Douro Valley in Portugal to taste some world-famous wines or a visit to the medieval town of Toledo in Spain. If you have less time, consider reducing your stay in Barcelona to two days or skipping one of the French Riviera towns.

Airports

The main airport in Lisbon is Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS), which is approximately 7 kilometers from the city center. In Barcelona, El Prat Airport (BCN) is the primary international airport, located approximately 12 kilometers from the city center. In Nice, the main airport is Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE), which is approximately 7 kilometers from the city center. In Paris, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the primary international airport, located approximately 25 kilometers from the city center.

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