23 days in Portugal, San Sebastian - Donostia & Morocco Itinerary
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Start: Chennai, India
Fly to Bilbao Airport, Drive to San Sebastian - Donostia
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San Sebastian - Donostia, Spain
— 3 nights
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Porto, Portugal
— 3 nights
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Lagos, Portugal
— 2 nights
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Lisbon, Portugal
— 4 nights
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Sintra, Portugal
— 3 nights
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Marrakech, Morocco
— 4 nights
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Fes, Morocco
— 1 night
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Casablanca, Morocco
— 2 nights
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End: Chennai, India
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San Sebastian - Donostia, Spain — 3 nights
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Pearl of the Cantabrian Sea
As one of the anchoring cities of the beautiful Basque Country, San Sebastián boasts a trendy, cosmopolitan vibe while still harboring a relaxed, coastal charm.Change things up with these side-trips from San Sebastian - Donostia: Bilbao (Azkuna Zentroa, Room Escape Games, &more). On the 18th (Tue), give your taste buds a day to remember with a local gastronomic tour.
For photos, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our San Sebastian - Donostia trip planner.
Chennai, India to San Sebastian - Donostia is an approximately 18-hour combination of flight and car. You'll gain 4.5 hours traveling from Chennai to San Sebastian - Donostia due to the time zone difference. Prepare for colder weather when traveling from Chennai in April: high temperatures in San Sebastian - Donostia hover around 20°C and lows are around 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) so you can fly to Porto.
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Porto, Portugal — 3 nights
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Unvanquished City
Called "Oporto" by many, the city of Porto along the Duoro River lent the country and Port wine their names.Change things up with these side-trips from Porto: Coimbra (Igreja e Mosteiro da Santa Cruz, Jardim Botanico, &more). There's lots more to do: snap pictures at Ponte de Dom Luis I, make a trip to Liberdade Square, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, and explore the world behind art at Museu Nacional de Soares dos Reis.
For reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Porto trip itinerary planner.
Fly from San Sebastian - Donostia to Porto in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Western European Standard Time (WET) is minus 1 hour. April in Porto sees daily highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) early enough to fly to Lagos.
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Lagos, Portugal — 2 nights
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Jewel of the Algarve
The allure of the beaches and the town's historical center draw visitors to Lagos, a coastal destination in the Barlavento region of the Algarve.On the 24th (Mon), stroll through Percurso dos Sete Vales Suspensos, tour the pleasant surroundings at Praia Da Rocha, and then take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 25th (Tue): take in the dramatic natural features at Ponta da Piedade, then find something for the whole family at Zoomarine Algarve, then stroll through Lagoa dos Salgados, and finally visit a coastal fixture at Cape Saint Vincent.
For other places to visit, more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, read our Lagos vacation builder site.
Fly from Porto to Lagos in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In April, daytime highs in Lagos are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Lisbon.
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Lisbon, Portugal — 4 nights
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City of Seven Hills
Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.On the 28th (Fri), give your taste buds a day to remember with a local gastronomic tour. There's much more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, step into the grandiose world of Castelo de S. Jorge, make a trip to Belém Tower, and take a stroll through Alfama.
To see more things to do, ratings, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Lisbon trip itinerary planning site.
You can drive from Lagos to Lisbon in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In April, daytime highs in Lisbon are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Sintra.
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Sintra, Portugal — 3 nights
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Surrounded by rolling hills and old mansions and castles, Sintra has become known as the first center of the European Romantic style.Venture out of the city with trips to Obidos Village (in Obidos) and Nazare (Miradouro do Suberco & Memorial a lenda de D.Fuas Roupinho). There's lots more to do: step into the grandiose world of Quinta da Regaleira, admire the striking features of Park and National Palace of Pena, view the masterpieces at Lamanai xs by Galeria Lamanai, and explore the striking landscape at Boca do Inferno.
To find traveler tips, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, use the Sintra trip planner.
Sintra is just a short distance from Lisbon. In April in Sintra, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) early enough to fly to Marrakech.
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Marrakech, Morocco — 4 nights
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Red City
You won't run out of things to do in Marrakech, a city where you can spend days exploring grandiose palaces and mosques, photogenic gardens, sacred tombs, and traditional mansions that evoke a bygone era.Spend the 4th (Thu) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's still lots to do: admire the natural beauty at Jardin Majorelle, admire the striking features of Saadian Tombs, get to know the fascinating history of Menara Gardens and Pavilion, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Koutoubia Mosque.
To find reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Marrakech online trip planner.
You can fly from Sintra to Marrakech in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Sintra in May: highs in Marrakech hover around 35°C, while lows dip to 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can fly to Fes.
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Fes, Morocco — 1 night
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Mecca of the West
Morocco's former capital, Fes enchants visitors with its walled medina, a labyrinthine web of pedestrian-only streets and a World Heritage Site.Kick off your visit on the 7th (Sun): explore the galleries of Coin Berbere, admire the striking features of Bou Inania Medersa, and then browse for treasures at La Petite Maison Berbere.
For other places to visit, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, read our Fes travel route builder app.
Fly from Marrakech to Fes in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Marrakech in May, Fes is a bit cooler at night with lows of 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Casablanca.
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Casablanca, Morocco — 2 nights
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The port of Casablanca, Morocco's largest city and economic hub, represents the country's beating heart, established as a French protectorate in 1912.Kick off your visit on the 8th (Mon): surround yourself with nature on Guide Lahcen and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Hassan II Mosque.
To find photos, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Casablanca visit planning tool.
Fly from Fes to Casablanca in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Fes in May, you will find days in Casablanca are slightly colder (26°C), and nights are somewhat warmer (19°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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Portugal travel guide
Small in size but rich in history, culture, and natural beauty, Portugal features contrasting landscapes that include long beaches, lush vineyards, verdant valleys, and rolling hills dotted with tiny settlements where old traditions still prevail. The country's serene interior, often overlooked by foreigners, remains largely unspoiled by mass tourism and offers visitors a chance to discover this less-trodden part of Europe at their own pace. Ripe for leisurely adventures on foot or by bicycle, Portugal's fertile countryside boasts well-preserved medieval castles and outstanding wineries, producing some of the world's finest ports. The country's cities offer a lively culinary scene known for its many award-winning restaurants, topping the itineraries of foodies from around the globe.
Algarve travel guide
Occupying the southernmost portion of Portugal's mainland, Algarve is wholeheartedly devoted to tourism and continuously ranks among Europe's top holiday destinations. Nearly 10 million annual visitors include Algarve on their itineraries, drawn mostly by the region's developed coastline, boasting nearly 200 km (125 mi) of impeccable beaches. Farther away from the water, the region offers an extensive network of hiking trails, ideal for active vacationers seeking a chance to explore a rugged southwestern corner of Europe once considered the very end of the world. If you need a few urban things to do on your vacation, head for the regional capital Faro, featuring a lively Old Town full of plazas, pedestrian lanes, and outdoor cafes.
Morocco travel guide
Diverse in landscapes and cultures, Morocco has long been a popular tourist destination, offering many quintessential North African vistas, sounds, and tastes. The ancient medinas of the main cities have retained their look and feel over the centuries, with bustling markets of colorful spice stalls, leather tanning in the streets, and teahouses. The dunes of the Sahara and the peaks of the High Atlas mountains battle for the interest of tourists on holiday in Morocco, with each possessing impressive, picturesque scenery, and hidden-away traditional villages, filled with crafts, carpets, and a rural way of life.
