Optimised Northern Hemisphere Itinerary: Spain, Italy, Greece & Morocco from Brisbane August-September 2026

Day 1: Arrival and Relax

Madrid, Spain on August 1, 2026

9:00am

Arrival and Hotel Check-in

Arrive at Madrid-Barajas Airport and check in to your centrally located hotel to rest after your flight.
EUR0, 1h30m

11:00am

Breakfast at Chocolatería San Ginés

Enjoy traditional Spanish churros with hot chocolate at this historic café open daily from 6am to midnight.
EUR6, 1h

12:15pm

Prado Museum Visit

Explore one of the world's finest art museums featuring masterpieces by Velázquez and Goya. Open 10am to 8pm.
EUR15, 2h

3:00pm

Retiro Park Walk

Stroll through the beautiful Retiro Park, a tranquil urban green space perfect for relaxing and sightseeing.
EUR0, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Sobrino de Botín

Dine at the world's oldest restaurant serving authentic roasted meat specialties. Open 1pm to 11:30pm.
EUR40, 2h
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Day 3: Barcelona Culture

Barcelona, Spain on August 3, 2026

8:00am

Breakfast at Brunch & Cake

Enjoy healthy and delicious breakfast options in this trendy café, open 8am to 6pm.
EUR12, 1h

9:30am

Sagrada Familia Tour

Visit Gaudí’s iconic unfinished basilica with guided tours available, open 9am to 6pm.
EUR26, 1h30m

11:30am

Stroll La Rambla

Explore the vibrant pedestrian street lined with shops, markets and street performers.
EUR0, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at La Boqueria Market

Sample fresh tapas and local delicacies at the famous market, open till 8pm.
EUR20, 1h

3:00pm

Park Güell Visit

Discover Gaudí’s colourful gardens and architectural wonders, open 9:30am to 7:30pm.
EUR10, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Cervecería Catalana

Enjoy popular tapas and a wide range of beers in this lively eatery, open until midnight.
EUR35, 2h
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Day 5: French Riviera Beauty

Nice, France on August 5, 2026

8:30am

Breakfast at Emilie's Cookies

Taste delicious French pastries and coffee in this charming café, open from 7am.
EUR10, 1h

10:00am

Promenade des Anglais Walk

Take a scenic walk along Nice’s famous seafront boulevard with views of the Mediterranean.
EUR0, 1h

11:30am

Old Town (Vieux Nice) Exploration

Explore narrow streets filled with markets, shops and baroque architecture.
EUR0, 2h

2:00pm

Lunch at Café de Turin

Enjoy fresh seafood including oysters and clams, open 11:30am to 3pm and 6pm to 11pm.
EUR40, 1h30m

4:00pm

Castle Hill (Colline du Château) Visit

Climb up or take the lift to viewpoint overlooking Nice and the bay.
EUR0, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at La Rossettisserie

Try rustic Provencal dishes in a cosy setting, open till 11pm.
EUR35, 1h30m
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Day 7: Rome History

Rome, Italy on August 7, 2026

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Sant’Eustachio

Enjoy one of Rome’s best coffees with pastries, open 7am to 8pm.
EUR8, 45m

9:15am

Colosseum Tour

Visit the iconic ancient Roman gladiatorial arena with skip-the-line tickets, open 9am to 7pm.
EUR18, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Trattoria Da Enzo

Sample traditional Roman dishes in Trastevere district, open noon to 11pm.
EUR30, 1h30m

2:00pm

Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica

Explore the Vatican’s art collections and the impressive basilica, open 9am to 6pm except Sundays.
EUR25, 3h

7:30pm

Dinner at Roscioli

Enjoy fine Italian cuisine and an extensive wine list in this popular deli-restaurant, open till midnight.
EUR50, 2h
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Day 9: Athens Antiquity

Athens, Greece on August 9, 2026

8:30am

Breakfast at Meliartos

Enjoy fresh Greek pastries and coffee in this central bakery, open 7am to 9pm.
EUR8, 45m

9:30am

Acropolis Visit

Explore the ancient citadel with iconic structures like the Parthenon, open 8am to 8pm.
EUR20, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Ta Karamanlidika tou Fani

Tasty meze and Greek cured meats in a traditional setting, open noon to 11pm.
EUR25, 1h30m

2:00pm

National Archaeological Museum

See Greece’s best collection of ancient artefacts, open 8am to 8pm.
EUR10, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Strofi

Dinner with views of the Acropolis, serving classic Greek dishes, open until midnight.
EUR40, 2h
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Day 11: Morocco Culture

Marrakech, Morocco on August 11, 2026

8:00am

Breakfast at Café des Épices

Sample Moroccan mint tea and pastries at the open rooftop café, open 8am to 7pm.
MAD50, 1h

9:30am

Jemaa el-Fnaa Square

Experience the lively market square with snake charmers, food stalls and entertainers.
MAD0, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Nomad

Modern Moroccan dishes with rooftop views over the medina, open noon to midnight.
MAD150, 1h30m

2:00pm

Bahia Palace

Visit this beautiful 19th-century palace with gardens and intricate décor, open 9am to 5pm.
MAD70, 1h

4:00pm

Saadian Tombs

Tour these historic tombs rediscovered in 1917, open 9am to 5pm.
MAD70, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Al Fassia

Enjoy traditional Moroccan cuisine in a popular women-run restaurant, open 7pm to 11pm.
MAD200, 2h
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Day 13: Egyptian Wonders

Cairo, Egypt on August 13, 2026

8:00am

Breakfast at Zooba

Start your day with contemporary Egyptian street food in a modern café open from 8am.
EGP100, 1h

9:30am

Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx Tour

Explore the world-famous pyramids and the Great Sphinx with a licensed guide. Open 8am to 5pm.
EGP200, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Felfela

Traditional Egyptian dishes served in a casual downtown location, open until 11pm.
EGP150, 1h

2:30pm

Egyptian Museum Visit

See the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts, open 9am to 5pm.
EGP160, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Sequoia

Fine dining with Nile views offering Mediterranean and Egyptian cuisine, open 7pm to midnight.
EGP400, 2h
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Day 15: Return Home

Brisbane, Australia on August 15, 2026

Morning

Travel Day

Flight back to Brisbane with connections, reflecting on an incredible multi-country trip.
Included in airfare, Full day
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