12 days in Portugal, Santorini & Barcelona Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Europe Trip Planner
Start: Toronto, Canada
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Ponta Delgada, Portugal
— 3 nights
Fly to Santorini, Bus to Oia
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Oia, Greece
— 2 nights
Bus to Santorini, Fly to Barcelona
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Barcelona, Spain
— 2 nights
Fly
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Porto, Portugal
— 3 nights
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End: Toronto, Canada
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Ponta Delgada, Portugal — 3 nights
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As the busy capital of São Miguel, Ponta Delgada represents the most visited place on the island.Change things up with a short trip to Parque Terra Nostra in Furnas (about 46 minutes away). And it doesn't end there: take in the dramatic natural features at Caldeira das Sete Cidades, get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, don't miss a visit to Portas da Cidade, and explore the activities along Lagoa do Fogo.
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Toronto, Canada to Ponta Delgada is an approximately 9-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Azores Standard Time (AZOT) is 4 hours. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Ponta Delgada when traveling from Toronto in September, with lows around 20°C. You will have some time to spend on the 19th (Tue) before leaving for Oia.
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Oia, Greece — 2 nights
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Every day hundreds of visitors come to Oia just to experience its sunsets.Kick off your visit on the 20th (Wed): view the masterpieces at Mnemossyne Gallery, then kick back and relax at Kamari Beach, and then explore the ancient world of Akrotiri. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: don't miss a visit to Sunset in Oia, then kick back and relax at Perissa Black Sand Beach, and then kick back and relax at Red Beach.
To see maps, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Oia online holiday builder.
Getting from Ponta Delgada to Oia by combination of flight and bus takes about 14.5 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Ponta Delgada to Oia is 3 hours. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Ponta Delgada in September: high temperatures in Oia hover around 32°C and lows are around 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to Barcelona.
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Barcelona, Spain — 2 nights
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Jewel of the Mediterranean
Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.On the 22nd (Fri), make a trip to The Magic Fountain, then admire the landmark architecture of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, then make a trip to Casa Batllo, and finally take a stroll through Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic). Keep things going the next day: stroll around Parc Guell, then catch a live event at Camp Nou, and then admire the landmark architecture of Casa Mila - La Pedrera.
For other places to visit, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Barcelona visit website.
Getting from Oia to Barcelona by combination of bus and flight takes about 7 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi, ferry, and flight; or do a combination of taxi, ferry, bus, and flight. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Standard Time to Central European Standard Time is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Oia in September, Barcelona is a bit cooler at night with lows of 21°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) so you can catch the flight 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.Dedicate the 26th (Tue) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's still lots to do: take in the views from Ponte de Dom Luis I, pause for some serene contemplation at Torre dos Clerigos, wander the streets of Ribeira do Porto, and make a trip to Liberdade Square.
To find traveler tips and other tourist information, you can read our Porto vacation maker app.
You can fly from Barcelona to Porto in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Barcelona to Porto. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Barcelona in September, with highs in Porto at 27°C and lows at 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Wed) so you can 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.
Santorini travel guide
Wine Island
Known for dramatic views and romantic sunsets, the island of Santorini draws visitors with its long string of black, white, and red beaches. The largest and most significant of a small group of volcanic islands located just 200 km (120 mi) southeast of Greece's mainland, Santorini boasts just over 15,000 permanent residents. Created by a massive volcanic eruption that likely destroyed a single large island, the archipelago still features an active volcano, which saw its last eruption in the 1950s. The easiest way to explore Santorini's craggy coastline is on foot. Start by visiting the archaeological sites on the island's southwestern side, which offer a chance to discover the area's ancient past with unobstructed views of the famed volcano.
