31 days in South of Spain & Portugal Itinerary

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

Granada is known for historic sites, nightlife, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the historical opulence of Alhambra, don't miss a visit to Plaza Nueva, get to know the fascinating history of Mirador de San Nicolas, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

To see reviews, photos, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Granada route builder site.

Bacau, Romania to Granada is an approximately 15.5-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Standard Time to Central European Standard Time is minus 1 hour. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Bacau in July: high temperatures in Granada hover around 40°C and lows are around 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Nerja.

Nerja is a municipality on the Costa del Sol in the province of Málaga in the autonomous community of Andalusia in southern Spain. Nerja is known for nature, sightseeing, and beaches. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: enjoy breathtaking views from Balcony of Europe, enjoy the sand and surf at Burriana Beach, tour the pleasant surroundings at Papagayo Beach, and don't miss a visit to Nerja Donkey Sanctuary.

To find ratings, reviews, photos, and tourist information, go to the Nerja online holiday builder.

Getting from Granada to Nerja by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 41°C in July, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Fri) early enough 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.

Venture out of the city with trips to Parque De La Paloma (in Benalmadena), Wine Tours & Tastings (in Malaga) and Riding Fun In The Sun (in Casares). There's much more to do: get outside with Experience Box Spain, see the sights as you ascend with a climbing tour, zoom along the surf with a waterskiing or jet-skiing adventure, and surround yourself with nature on Born to be Wild.

To see reviews, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Marbella driving holiday planning site.

Traveling by car from Nerja to Marbella takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Nerja in July, expect nights in Marbella to be about the same, around 24°C, while days are slightly colder, around 36°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Ronda.

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

Ronda is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: hike along Pangea Active Nature, do a tasting at Bodega Garcia Hidalgo, wander the streets of La Ciudad, and don't miss a visit to Ronda.

To find reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Ronda day trip planning website.

You can drive from Marbella to Ronda in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Traveling from Marbella in July, you will find days in Ronda are a bit warmer (41°C), and nights are about the same (22°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Fri) so you can 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.

Seville is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at Royal Alcázar of Seville, admire the striking features of Plaza de España, explore the galleries of Museo De Bellas Artes De Sevilla, and walk around Parque de Maria Luisa.

To find where to stay, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Seville trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Ronda to Seville takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. July in Seville sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 23°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) so you can go by car to Lagos.

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.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Tue): zoom along the surf with a waterskiing or jet-skiing adventure, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Praia da Falesia, and then kick back and relax at Praia Da Rocha. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the dramatic natural features at Ponta da Piedade and then visit a coastal fixture at Cape Saint Vincent.

To see photos, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Lagos trip itinerary maker site.

Traveling by car from Seville to Lagos takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Seville to Lagos, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Seville in July: highs in Lagos hover around 34°C, while lows dip to 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Wed) so you can drive to Lisbon.

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

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Lisbon: Sintra (Quinta da Regaleira, Castelo dos Mouros, &more). The adventure continues: take in the spiritual surroundings of Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, make a trip to Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco), stop by Alfama, and step into the grandiose world of Castelo de S. Jorge.

To see other places to visit, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Lisbon trip itinerary site.

Traveling by car from Lagos to Lisbon takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Lagos in July, plan for slightly colder nights in Lisbon, with lows around 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Mon) early enough to drive to Coimbra.

The university town of Coimbra exudes modern flair while embracing its roots as the medieval capital of Portugal.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Tue): make a trip to Praca do Comercio, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Jardim Botanico.

To find more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Coimbra road trip tool.

Traveling by car from Lisbon to Coimbra takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Lisbon in July, you will find days in Coimbra are a bit cooler (28°C), and nights are about the same (18°C). Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Porto.

Called "Oporto" by many, the city of Porto along the Duoro River lent the country and Port wine their names. Portugal's second-largest metropolis dates back to the 4th century, representing both a rich cultural past and industrial present through its architecture and style.

Dedicate the 28th (Thu) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. And it doesn't end there: snap pictures at Ponte de Dom Luis I, don't miss a visit to Liberdade Square, take a stroll through Ribeira do Porto, and explore the activities along Douro River.

For ratings, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Porto trip itinerary planning website.

Drive from Coimbra to Porto in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in July, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 31st (Sun) so you can travel back home.