16 days in Spain, Lisbon & Porto Itinerary

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Castelo dos Mouros and Cabo da Roca. Mosteiro dos Jeronimos and Quinta da Regaleira will appeal to history buffs. Change things up with a short trip to Park and National Palace of Pena in Sintra (about 46 minutes away). Next up on the itinerary: steep yourself in history at Castelo de S. Jorge, appreciate the history behind Padrao dos Descobrimentos, don't miss a visit to Belém Tower, and observe the fascinating underwater world at Lisbon Oceanarium.

To find where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Lisbon day trip planning site.

Toronto, Canada to Lisbon is an approximately 10-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 5 hours traveling from Toronto to Lisbon. Traveling from Toronto in May, expect nights in Lisbon to be about the same, around 15°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Porto.

On the 15th (Wed), make a trip to Centro Historico de Guimaraes, pause for some serene contemplation at Se de Braga, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Douro River. Here are some ideas for day two: awaken your taste buds at some of the top wineries in the area.

To see reviews, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Porto online itinerary planner.

Fly from Lisbon to Porto in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Lisbon in May, you will find days in Porto are a bit cooler (23°C), and nights are about the same (13°C). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Ibiza Town.

Get in touch with nature at Castell de Eivissa and Ibiza Cathedral. We've included these beaches for you: Platja de ses Salines and Cala de Sant Vicent. When in Ibiza Town, make a side trip to see S'Arenal Petit in Portinatx, approximately Portinatx away. There's lots more to do: wander the streets of Dalt Vila, see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, tour the pleasant surroundings at Cala d'en Serra Beach, and have some family-friendly fun at Kentucky Derby.

To find ratings, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Ibiza Town trip planner.

Fly from Porto to Ibiza Town in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Porto to Ibiza Town due to the time zone difference. In May, Ibiza Town is somewhat warmer than Porto - with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sun) so you can ride a ferry to Formentera.

Start off your visit on the 20th (Mon): enjoy the sand and surf at Platja Ses Platgetes and then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Keep things going the next day: explore the historical opulence of Big Store, then stroll through Parque Natural de Ses Salines, then pause for some serene contemplation at Esglesia de Sant Francesc Xavier, and finally enjoy the sea views from Cap de Barbaria.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Formentera trip itinerary builder website.

Traveling by ferry from Ibiza Town to Formentera takes 1.5 hours. May in Formentera sees daily highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) early enough to travel to Barcelona.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Wed): admire the striking features of Casa Batllo, then don't miss a visit to Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, then pause for some serene contemplation at Barcelona Cathedral, and finally visit Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic). Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 23rd (Thu): see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

For more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Barcelona route website.

Traveling by combination of ferry and flight from Formentera to Barcelona takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry, bus, and train. May in Barcelona sees daily highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Thu) so you can fly to Madrid.

Kick off your visit on the 24th (Fri): walk around Parque del Retiro, then brush up on your military savvy at Alcazar of Segovia, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Catedral de Segovia, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia de San Juan de los Caballeros. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the world behind art at Prado National Museum, admire the landmark architecture of Royal Palace of Madrid, and then don't miss a visit to Puerta del Sol.

For ratings, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, read Madrid online trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Barcelona to Madrid by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. Traveling from Barcelona in May, Madrid is little chillier at night with lows of 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 26th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly back home.