17 days in Spain, Morocco & Lisbon Itinerary

Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.

On the 18th (Fri), admire the masterpieces at Prado National Museum, contemplate the long history of Royal Palace of Madrid, and then take a stroll through La Latina.

To find reviews, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Madrid online trip maker.

New York City, USA to Madrid is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from New York City to Madrid is 6 hours. When traveling from New York City in August, plan for a bit warmer days in Madrid, with highs around 92°F, while nights are slightly colder with lows around 66°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Caceres.

Cáceres is the capital of Cáceres province, in the autonomous community of Extremadura, Spain. Your day by day itinerary now includes Plaza Mayor de Caceres, Torre de Bujaco and Old Town of Caceres. Kick off your visit on the 19th (Sat): don't miss a visit to Plaza Mayor de Caceres, appreciate the extensive heritage of Old Town of Caceres, contemplate the long history of Torre de Bujaco, then step into the grandiose world of Palace de las Ciguenas, and finally explore the historical opulence of Palace of the Marqueses de Torreorgaz.

For ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Caceres trip maker.

You can drive from Madrid to Caceres in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In August in Caceres, expect temperatures between 93°F during the day and 64°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Seville.

A city of rich Moorish heritage, Seville is the cultural and financial center of southern Spain, and the site of numerous festivals throughout the year.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Parque de Maria Luisa, Palacio de las Duenas, Royal Alcázar of Seville, and other attractions. Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sun): take in nature's colorful creations at Palacio de las Duenas, steep yourself in history at Royal Alcázar of Seville, admire the natural beauty at Parque de Maria Luisa, appreciate the extensive heritage of Barrio Santa Cruz, then make a trip to Plaza del Triunfo, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Catedral de Sevilla.

To find reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Seville vacation planner.

Getting from Caceres to Seville by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. August in Seville sees daily highs of 91°F and lows of 68°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Mon) so you can take a train to Cordoba.

Andalucía’s thousand-year-old city, Córdoba, was once the capital of both the Roman Empire and the Moorish Kingdom, representing an alluring mix of cultural and political history.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Puerta del Almodovar, Roman Temple and Mezquita Cathedral de Cordoba. On the 21st (Mon), take in the spiritual surroundings of Mezquita Cathedral de Cordoba, make a trip to Puerta del Almodovar, see the interesting displays at Casa de las Cabezas Patios de Leyenda, then admire the masterpieces at Casa-Museo del Guadameci Omeya, then take a stroll through Jewish Quarter (Juderia), and finally steep yourself in history at Casa Andalusi.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Cordoba online trip builder.

You can take a train from Seville to Cordoba in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Seville in August: highs in Cordoba hover around 99°F, while lows dip to 67°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) to allow time to take a train to Ronda.

Renowned for its deep gorge, the quaint, whitewashed village of Ronda has preserved its charm as an Andalusian country village.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Old City as well as El Tajo de Ronda. On the 22nd (Tue), explore the stunning scenery at El Tajo de Ronda, wander the streets of Old City, explore the ancient world of Baños Arabes, make a trip to Puerta de Almocabar, then examine the collection at Centro de Interpretacion del Vino, and finally see the interesting displays at Museo Lara.

To see maps, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Ronda trip planner.

Getting from Cordoba to Ronda by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive. Expect a daytime high around 96°F in August, and nighttime lows around 68°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Marbella.

Once a village of humble fishermen, Marbella is now one of the most cosmopolitan beach resorts on Spain’s world-famous Costa del Sol, boasting swanky nightclubs, classy hotels, and expensive restaurants.

Marbella Old Town has been added to your itinerary. On the 22nd (Tue), wander the streets of Marbella Old Town.

For more things to do, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, read Marbella road trip planning tool.

Traveling by car from Ronda to Marbella takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. When traveling from Ronda in August, plan for little chillier days and about the same nights in Marbella: temperatures range from 88°F by day to 71°F at night. On the 23rd (Wed), you'll travel to Tarifa.

As the southernmost point in Europe, Tarifa is famous for having the continent’s best windsurfing conditions, making it a well-known surfer’s paradise.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Tarifa trip planner.

You can drive from Marbella to Tarifa in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. Traveling from Marbella in August, expect nights in Tarifa to be about the same, around 70°F, while days are little chillier, around 82°F. You will leave for Tangier on the 23rd (Wed).

Separated from Spain by the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier remains a mix of North African, French, Spanish, and Portuguese cultural influences.

To find photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Tangier online travel route planner.

Traveling by ferry from Tarifa to Tangier takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Tarifa to Tangier is minus 1 hour. In August, daytime highs in Tangier are 86°F, while nighttime lows are 69°F. On the 23rd (Wed), you'll travel to Fes.

Morocco's former capital, Fes enchants visitors with its walled medina, a labyrinthine web of pedestrian-only streets and a World Heritage Site.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Fes el-Jdid, Kairaouine Mosque (Mosque of al-Qarawiyyin), Bou Inania Medersa, and other attractions. Kick off your visit on the 24th (Thu): steep yourself in history at Fez Mellah, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kairaouine Mosque (Mosque of al-Qarawiyyin), wander the streets of Fes el-Jdid, then admire the landmark architecture of Bou Inania Medersa, then admire the masterpieces at Coin Berbere, and finally soak away your stress at local Arab baths.

To find where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Fes driving holiday planning app.

Getting from Tangier to Fes by train takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Tangier in August, expect nights in Fes to be about the same, around 67°F, while days are somewhat warmer, around 99°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Meknes.

One of Morocco's imperial cities, Meknes draws visitors with an abundance of historic monuments and impressive Moorish-style architecture.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Bab El-Khemis Gate, The Royal Stables, El Hedim Square, and other attractions. Kick off your visit on the 25th (Fri): make a trip to Bab El-Khemis Gate, take a stroll through Meknes Medina, delve into the distant past at Archaeological Site of Volubilis, steep yourself in history at El Hedim Square, then explore the ancient world of The Royal Stables, and finally explore the activities along Sahrij Swani.

To see ratings, photos, maps, and more tourist information, read our Meknes vacation maker.

Traveling by car from Fes to Meknes takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 96°F, and evening lows to 67°F. You'll have a few hours on the 25th (Fri) to wrap things up before traveling to Rabat.

On a vacation in Rabat, a World Heritage Site and Morocco's capital, you can discover the city's long and rich history while enjoying a laidback atmosphere, less touristy than in the booming Casablanca and Marrakech.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Hassan Tower as well as Royal Palace of Rabat. Kick off your visit on the 25th (Fri): admire the landmark architecture of Hassan Tower, then admire the striking features of Royal Palace of Rabat, and then surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour.

To see more things to do, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Rabat holiday maker app.

You can drive from Meknes to Rabat in 2 hours. Another option is to take a train. When traveling from Meknes in August, plan for cooler days and about the same nights in Rabat: temperatures range from 68°F by day to 68°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to take a train to Tangier.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Medina of Tangier.

To see maps, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Tangier trip itinerary maker website.

Traveling by train from Rabat to Tangier takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Rabat, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Tangier, ranging from highs of 86°F to lows of 69°F. On the 26th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Tarifa.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Tarifa day trip website.

You can ride a ferry from Tangier to Tarifa in 2 hours. Another option is to take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Western European Standard Time to Central European Standard Time is 1 hour. You will leave for Marbella on the 26th (Sat).

Start off your visit on the 26th (Sat): kick back and relax at Playa Casablanca, identify plant and animal life at Eco Reserva Ojen, and then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Marbella travel planner.

Getting from Tarifa to Marbella by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a bus. When traveling from Tarifa in August, plan for a bit warmer days in Marbella, with highs around 88°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 71°F. On the 27th (Sun), you're off to Granada.

Granada boasts numerous well-preserved examples of exquisite Moorish architecture, not the least of which is the Alhambra, an ancient citadel and royal palace.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Sacromonte, Albayzin, Nasrid Palaces, and other attractions. Kick off your visit on the 27th (Sun): take in nature's colorful creations at Generalife, explore the historical opulence of Nasrid Palaces, stop by Sacromonte, wander the streets of Albayzin, then admire the striking features of Alhambra, and finally examine the collection at Museo Cuevas del Sacromonte.

To find where to stay, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Granada trip planner.

Drive from Marbella to Granada in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Marbella in August, plan for a bit cooler nights in Granada, with lows around 66°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Toledo.

Toledo is a World Heritage Site that embodies the complex cultural history of Spain while remaining a forward-moving, modern city.

Alcazar de Toledo has been added to your itinerary. On the 28th (Mon), don't miss a visit to Alcazar de Toledo, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Convento de San Antonio de Padua, and then stop by Casco Historico de Toledo.

To find maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Toledo online trip builder.

You can fly from Granada to Toledo in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In August, daily temperatures in Toledo can reach 92°F, while at night they dip to 67°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Mon) so you can go by car to Madrid.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Plaza de Espana Madrid as well as Parque del Retiro. Kick off your visit on the 28th (Mon): don't miss a visit to Plaza de Espana Madrid and then stroll around Parque del Retiro.

To see maps, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, read Madrid trip itinerary builder app.

You can drive from Toledo to Madrid in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Wed) early enough to fly to Lisbon.

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Castelo dos Mouros, Rua Augusta, Ribeira Beach, and other attractions. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Mosteiro dos Jeronimos and Igreja de Sao Domingos (Santa Justa e Rufina). Bring the kids along to Castelo de S. Jorge and Carmo Archaeological Museum. Next up on the itinerary: make a trip to Belém Tower and pause for some serene contemplation at Church of St. Anthony.

For maps, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Lisbon journey maker website.

Traveling by flight from Madrid to Lisbon takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Madrid to Lisbon. When traveling from Madrid in August, plan for little chillier days and about the same nights in Lisbon: temperatures range from 86°F by day to 63°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sat) so you can fly back home.