31 days in Europe Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Europe holiday planner
Start: Johannesburg, South Africa
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London, United Kingdom
— 3 nights
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Cambridge, United Kingdom
— 3 nights
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Sluis, The Netherlands
— 3 nights
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Drive to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Fly to Biarritz-Anglet-Bayonne Airport, Drive to Peyrehorade
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Peyrehorade, France
— 2 nights
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Porto, Portugal
— 3 nights
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Sintra, Portugal
— 1 night
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Lisbon, Portugal
— 3 nights
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Seville, Spain
— 2 nights
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Granada, Spain
— 2 nights
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Toledo, Spain
— 1 night
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Madrid, Spain
— 4 nights
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London, United Kingdom — 3 nights

The Square Mile
Kids will enjoy Tulleys Farm and Coca-Cola London Eye. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Sir John Soane's Museum and Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest. There's lots more to do: stop by Westminster, enjoy breathtaking views from Tower Bridge, stroll around Kensington Gardens, and explore the world behind art at Wallace Collection.
For ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our London trip itinerary maker app.
Johannesburg, South Africa to London is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Johannesburg to London due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Johannesburg in December, expect London to be cooler, temps between 11°C and 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sun) early enough to take a train to Cambridge.
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Johannesburg, South Africa to London is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Johannesburg to London due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Johannesburg in December, expect London to be cooler, temps between 11°C and 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sun) early enough to take a train to Cambridge.
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Cambridge, United Kingdom — 3 nights
City of Perspiring Dreams
Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Room Escape Games and Fitzwilliam Museum. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like West Lodge Rural Centre and St. John's College. Change things up with a short trip to Church Farm - Stow Bardolph in Stow Bardolph (about 1h 5 min away). There's lots more to do: engage your brain at The Centre for Computing History, walk around The Backs, contemplate the long history of Trinity College, and examine the collection at The Polar Museum, Scott Polar Research Institute.
For maps, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, read Cambridge trip planner.
You can take a train from London to Cambridge in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In December, daily temperatures in Cambridge can reach 10°C, while at night they dip to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Thu) early enough to drive to Sluis.
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You can take a train from London to Cambridge in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In December, daily temperatures in Cambridge can reach 10°C, while at night they dip to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Thu) early enough to drive to Sluis.
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Sluis, The Netherlands — 3 nights
Discover out-of-the-way places like Bizarium and Wallenroute. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Sluis: Breskens (Vuurtoren Breskens & Boat Tours & Water Sports).
To see maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Sluis trip builder website.
Drive from Cambridge to Sluis in 5 hours. Traveling from Cambridge to Sluis, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. December in Sluis sees daily highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) so you can travel to Peyrehorade.
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Drive from Cambridge to Sluis in 5 hours. Traveling from Cambridge to Sluis, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. December in Sluis sees daily highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) so you can travel to Peyrehorade.
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Peyrehorade, France — 2 nights
Kick off your visit on the 18th (Mon): experience rural life at Domaine Darmendieu, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise Saint-Pierre, appreciate the extensive heritage of Bastide d'Hastingues., then pause for some serene contemplation at Eglise Saint-Sauveur., then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise abbatiale St Jean de Sorde, and finally trek along Parcours Decouverte de Sorde l'Abbaye. Keep things going the next day: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Notre Dame de l'Assomption, relax in the rural setting at Ferme d'Agerria, then look for gifts at La Tradition Landaise, and finally don't miss a visit to Abbaye d'Arthous.
To find more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Peyrehorade trip itinerary planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Sluis to Peyrehorade. When traveling from Sluis in December, plan for somewhat warmer days in Peyrehorade, with highs around 14°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) early enough to travel to Porto.
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To find more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Peyrehorade trip itinerary planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Sluis to Peyrehorade. When traveling from Sluis in December, plan for somewhat warmer days in Peyrehorade, with highs around 14°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) early enough to travel to Porto.
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Porto, Portugal — 3 nights
Unvanquished City
You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Room Escape Games and Torre dos Clerigos. Family-friendly places like Ponte de Dom Luis I and MMIPO - Museu da Misericordia do Porto will thrill your kids. Venture out of the city with trips to Estatuas da Ponte (in Aveiro), Praia da Costa Nova (in Gafanha da Encarnacao) and Museu do Brincar (in Vagos). There's lots more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Igreja dos Carmelitas, appreciate the history behind Monumento aos Herois da Guerra Peninsular, and hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour.
For maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Porto trip planner.
Explore your travel options from Peyrehorade to Porto with the Route module. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Western European Standard Time is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Peyrehorade in December, you will find days in Porto are a bit warmer (18°C), and nights are about the same (7°C). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Sintra.
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For maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Porto trip planner.
Explore your travel options from Peyrehorade to Porto with the Route module. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Western European Standard Time is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Peyrehorade in December, you will find days in Porto are a bit warmer (18°C), and nights are about the same (7°C). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Sintra.
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Sintra, Portugal — 1 night
On the 23rd (Sat), stroll through Praia da ursa, then stroll through Praia da Adraga, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Quinta da Regaleira, and finally ponder the design of Fonte dos Pisoes. Here are some ideas for day two: see Off-Road Tours, then stop by Cais 16 Craft Gallery, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Ribeira Beach, and finally explore the activities along Vale dos Lagos at Parque de Pena.
To find maps, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, use the Sintra trip builder website.
Traveling by flight from Porto to Sintra takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In December, plan for daily highs up to 18°C, and evening lows to 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sun) early enough to drive to Lisbon.
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Traveling by flight from Porto to Sintra takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In December, plan for daily highs up to 18°C, and evening lows to 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sun) early enough to drive to Lisbon.
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Lisbon, Portugal — 3 nights

City of Seven Hills
Step off the beaten path and head to Room Escape Games and Chiado. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Lisbon Oceanarium and Belém Tower. There's still lots to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, steep yourself in history at Castelo de S. Jorge, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and engage your brain at Pavilhao do Conhecimento.
To see ratings, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Lisbon travel planning tool.
Lisbon is just a stone's throw from Sintra. In December, daily temperatures in Lisbon can reach 18°C, while at night they dip to 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Wed) so you can fly to Seville.
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Lisbon is just a stone's throw from Sintra. In December, daily temperatures in Lisbon can reach 18°C, while at night they dip to 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Wed) so you can fly to Seville.
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Seville, Spain — 2 nights

City of Towers
On the 28th (Thu), snap pictures at Puente de Isabel II (Puente de Triana), steep yourself in history at Royal Tobacco Factory, then steep yourself in history at Royal Alcázar of Seville, and finally make a trip to Plaza de America. Keep things going the next day: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Iglesia de la Magdalena, explore the ancient world of Archaeological Ensemble of Italica, then don't miss a visit to Plaza de San Francisco, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral de Sevilla, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Plaza del Triunfo.
To see more things to do, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Seville trip planner.
Fly from Lisbon to Seville in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Western European Standard Time (WET) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in December, and nighttime lows around 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) so you can drive to Granada.
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To see more things to do, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Seville trip planner.
Fly from Lisbon to Seville in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Western European Standard Time (WET) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in December, and nighttime lows around 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) so you can drive to Granada.
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Granada, Spain — 2 nights
Pearl of Spain
You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Los Museos del aguardiente anisado de Rute y Espana and Museo del Anis. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Iberfauna and La Madraza. Go for a jaunt from Granada to Rute to see Museo del Azucar about 1h 25 min away. And it doesn't end there: don't miss a visit to Paseo de los Tristes, step into the grandiose world of Nasrid Palaces, admire the striking features of Alcazaba, and pause for some serene contemplation at Granada Cathedral.
To see photos, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Granada trip itinerary builder site.
You can drive from Seville to Granada in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Seville in December, with highs in Granada at 15°C and lows at 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Mon) so you can fly to Toledo.
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You can drive from Seville to Granada in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Seville in December, with highs in Granada at 15°C and lows at 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Mon) so you can fly to Toledo.
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Toledo, Spain — 1 night

City of Three Cultures
On the 2nd (Tue), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral Primada, then see the interesting displays at Museo del Greco, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes, and finally steep yourself in history at Puerta del Sol.
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You can fly from Granada to Toledo in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In January, daily temperatures in Toledo can reach 13°C, while at night they dip to 1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) early enough to go by car to Madrid.
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You can fly from Granada to Toledo in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In January, daily temperatures in Toledo can reach 13°C, while at night they dip to 1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) early enough to go by car to Madrid.
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Madrid, Spain — 4 nights

Cultural Capital of Spain
Explore hidden gems such as Food Tours and Plaza de Cibeles. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Prado National Museum and Puerta del Sol. Next up on the itinerary: walk around Parque del Retiro, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, don't miss a visit to Paseo del Prado, and explore the world behind art at National Archaeological Museum of Spain.
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You can drive from Toledo to Madrid in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. January in Madrid sees daily highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight back home.
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You can drive from Toledo to Madrid in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. January in Madrid sees daily highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight back home.
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