18 days in Portugal, London & Paris Itinerary
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Start: Vancouver, Canada
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London, United Kingdom
— 8 nights
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Paris, France
— 3 nights
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Lisbon, Portugal
— 4 nights
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Sintra, Portugal
— 1 night
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End: Vancouver, Canada
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London, United Kingdom — 8 nights
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The Square Mile
Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.You'll discover tucked-away gems like Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology and Colchester Zoo. Venture out of the city with trips to Blenheim Palace (in Woodstock) and Beachy Head (in Eastbourne). There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at National Gallery, learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum, don't miss a visit to Big Ben, and get a sense of history and politics at Houses of Parliament.
To see more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the London travel route builder.
Vancouver, Canada to London is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. Traveling from Vancouver to London, you'll lose 8 hours due to the time zone difference. In June, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) to allow time to take a train to Paris.
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Paris, France — 3 nights
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City of Light
A beautiful and romantic city fit for any itinerary, Paris brims with historic associations and remains vastly influential in the realms of culture, art, fashion, food and design.Step out of Paris to go to Versailles and see Palace of Versailles, which is approximately 48 minutes away. There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Louvre Museum, steep yourself in history at Arc de Triomphe, walk around Luxembourg Gardens, and admire the striking features of Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
To see ratings, photos, and tourist information, read our Paris visit planner.
Traveling by train from London to Paris takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 1 hour difference. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from London in June: highs in Paris hover around 27°C, while lows dip to 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight 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.You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Arco do Triunfo and Vasco da Gama Bridge. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, wander the streets of Alfama, observe the fascinating underwater world at Lisbon Oceanarium, and make a trip to Belém Tower.
To see more things to do, photos, maps, and other tourist information, use the Lisbon trip planner.
Getting from Paris to Lisbon by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Paris to Lisbon, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Paris, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Lisbon, ranging from highs of 32°C to lows of 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can drive to Sintra.
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Sintra, Portugal — 1 night
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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.Start off your visit on the 21st (Wed): pause for some photo ops at Palacio Nacional de Mafra and then stroll through Quinta da Regaleira. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the striking features of Sintra National Palace and then admire the striking features of Park and National Palace of Pena.
For more things to do, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, read Sintra trip itinerary site.
Sintra is very close to Lisbon. June in Sintra sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) early enough to catch the flight 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.
