Euro Adventure: London, Paris, Barcelona, Madrid, Lisbon

Maria Gutierrez

12 Mar 2024

Embark on a thrilling 12-day journey through the vibrant cities of London, Paris, Barcelona, Madrid, and Lisbon. Discover iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in rich history, and savor the diverse cultures of Europe. Join me as I explore ancient marvels, indulge in authentic cuisine, and create unforgettable memories.

Trip to London

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1London's Timeless Treasures

$186

$ 22

Centuries of bloody history around a medieval castle, home to Crown Jewels and iconic Beefeaters.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$111

14 - 17 min

Directions

Huge market under the railway lines, for British-reared meat and artisanal baked and dairy goods.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

17th-century cathedral featuring a 365ft-high dome, recitals & a churchyard, plus a crypt.

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$75

Day 2Parisian Delights and Cultural Gems

$93

$ 22

Visitors can tour the palace's opulent private and state rooms or watch the changing of the guard.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

Directions

Protestant abbey hosting daily services and every English and British coronation since 1066.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$93

6 - 9 min

Directions

16-storey Gothic clocktower and national symbol at the Eastern end of the Houses of Parliament.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

11 - 16 min

Directions

Nelson's Column rises above this iconic square's LED-lit fountains, artworks and lion statues.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

24 - 29 min

Directions

Eclectic market with youthful vibe and stalls/shops selling fashion and accessories, music and more.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $1259 In total

Activities & Food:$1128

Transport:$131

Trip to Paris

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1London's Timeless Treasures

$39

$ 7

Towering, 12th-century cathedral with flying buttresses & gargoyles, setting for Hugo's novel.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

Directions

Ornate, 13th-century, Gothic chapel with relics & notable stained-glass windows of biblical scenes.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$39

10 - 12 min

Directions

Major public square, scene of executions, decorated with fountains, statues & an Egyptian obelisk.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Parisian Delights and Cultural Gems

$ 7

Wide lawns with sculptures and fountains in urban park with a museum, a cinema and a music complex.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

Directions

City green space on 995 hectares with biking/hiking trails & lakes, plus a botanical garden & zoo.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $1259 In total

Activities & Food:$1128

Transport:$131

Trip to Barcelona

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1London's Timeless Treasures

$149

$ 8

Central, tree-lined, sculpture-filled square lined with shops & cafes, used for special events.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

Directions

Famous indoor public market with meat, produce, cheese & an array of other food in a bustling space.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$18

8 - 11 min

Directions

Imposing Gothic cathedral with geese-filled cloisters, offering guided tours & city-wide views.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$38

12 - 15 min

Directions

Tanks themed by marine habitat, including a Mediterranean ecosystem, plus scuba diving with sharks.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$93

Day 2Parisian Delights and Cultural Gems

$285

$ 16

Antoni Gaudí's renowned unfinished church, started in the 1880s, with museum and city views.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$84

6 - 8 min

Directions

Fantastical, curving dragon-roofed apartment block, now a museum, created by architect Antoni Gaudi.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$93

6 - 9 min

Directions

Gaudi's Catalan art nouveau period building with quarrylike facade, hosting exhibitions & concerts.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$75

16 - 20 min

Directions

Mosaic-covered buildings, steps & sculptures in verdant park with Gaudi museum & panoramic views.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$33

Budget breakdown: $1259 In total

Activities & Food:$1128

Transport:$131

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1London's Timeless Treasures

$ 15

Former slaughterhouse housing contemporary arts center hosting exhibitions, performances & cinema.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

30 - 36 min

Directions

Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

Directions

18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

Directions

Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Parisian Delights and Cultural Gems

$70

$ 5

18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$51

9 - 14 min

Directions

Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

Arts & cultural center with movie theater, live performances, exhibition halls & a cafe/restaurant.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$19

Day 3Barcelona's Architectural Wonders

$96

$ 5

Bullfighting arena built in the 1920s in neo-Mudéjar style & used for bullfights, concerts & events.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$51

63 - 76 min

Directions

Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial

Vast 1500s complex of royal buildings housing old masters, lavish apartments & a vaulted library.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$45

Budget breakdown: $1259 In total

Activities & Food:$1128

Transport:$131

Trip to Lisbon

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1London's Timeless Treasures

$66

Waterside public plaza with a notable arch & statue, lined with outdoor cafes & shopping venues.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$19

9 - 14 min

Directions

Earthquakes have led to this cathedral being rebuilt many times in different architectural styles.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$11

12 - 18 min

Directions

11th-century, hilltop Moorish castle & royal residence with palace ruins & archaeological museum.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$36

Day 2Parisian Delights and Cultural Gems

$81

$ 14

Modern, waterside aquarium with ocean habitats for sharks, rays, penguins & tropical fish.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$81

20 - 24 min

Directions

This popular observation deck with a pergola offers dramatic views of Lisbon & the Tagus River.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Barcelona's Architectural Wonders

$64

$ 14

Quaint city square & popular meeting spot with monumental statue of the legendary 16th-century poet.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

27 - 33 min

Directions

Catholic statue dedicated to Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ, inspired by Rio's Christ the Redeemer.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$19

29 - 35 min

Directions

Statue built in 1940 and made permanent in 1960 to mark 500 years since Henry the Navigator's death.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$15

12 - 17 min

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Late Gothic Manueline-style monastery housing archaeology & maritime museums in its wings.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$30

Budget breakdown: $1259 In total

Activities & Food:$1128

Transport:$131