Summary Overview
Portugal: Lisbon, Porto, Coimbra
Spain: Salamanca, Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia
France: Montpellier, Nice, Monaco (day trip), Paris, Champagne (Reims)
Italy: Milan, Florence, Rome, Naples, Amalfi Coast, Capri (day trip), Venice, Lake Como
Week 1: Portugal
Day 1-2: Lisbon
Explore: Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, Alfama District, and the Miradouros (viewpoints).
Must-do: Ride Tram 28 and try pastéis de nata in a traditional pastry shop.
Stay: 2 nights in Lisbon.

Day 3-4: Porto
Drive: 3-hour drive from Lisbon to Porto.
Explore: Ribeira District, Livraria Lello, Dom Luís I Bridge, and the historic center.
Must-do: Visit a port wine cellar and try local dishes like francesinha (sandwich).
Stay: 2 nights in Porto.

Day 5-6: Coimbra
Drive: 1.5-hour drive from Porto to Coimbra.
Explore: University of Coimbra, Joanina Library, and botanical gardens.
Must-do: Visit the Old Town and the Conímbriga Roman ruins.
Stay: 2 nights in Coimbra.

Week 2: Spain
Day 7-8: Salamanca
Drive: 3.5-hour drive from Coimbra to Salamanca (Spain).
Explore: Plaza Mayor, University of Salamanca, and the old city center.
Must-do: Enjoy local tapas in the lively squares and see the Casa de las Conchas.
Stay: 2 nights in Salamanca.

Day 9-10: Madrid
Drive: 2.5-hour drive from Salamanca to Madrid.
Explore: Prado Museum, Royal Palace, Retiro Park, Puerta del Sol, and Plaza Mayor.
Must-do: Try churros with hot chocolate and visit the Mercado de San Miguel for tapas.
Stay: 2 nights in Madrid.

Week 3: Spain (Continued)
Day 11-12: Barcelona
Drive: 6-hour drive from Madrid to Barcelona.
Explore: Sagrada Familia, Park Güell, La Rambla, and the Gothic Quarter.
Must-do: Stroll Passeig de Gràcia to see Gaudí’s Casa Batlló and Casa Milà.
Stay: 2 nights in Barcelona.

Day 13-14: Valencia
Drive: 3.5-hour drive from Barcelona to Valencia.
Explore: City of Arts and Sciences, Valencia Cathedral, and Oceanographic.
Must-do: Taste the original paella.
Stay: 2 nights in Valencia.

Week 4: France 
Day 15-16: Montpellier
Drive: 3-hour drive from Valencia to Montpellier.
Explore: Place de la Comédie, Promenade du Peyrou, and the historic center.
Must-do: Relax in the Jardin des Plantes or take a short trip to nearby beaches.
Stay: 2 nights in Montpellier.

Day 17-18: Nice
Drive: 3.5-hour drive from Montpellier to Nice.
Explore: Promenade des Anglais, Old Town (Vieux Nice), and Castle Hill for panoramic views.
Must-do: Relax on the French Riviera beaches and enjoy local Mediterranean cuisine.
Stay: 2 nights in Nice.

Day 19-20: Monaco (Day Trip from Nice)
Drive: 20-minute drive from Nice to Monaco.
Explore: Monte Carlo, the Royal Palace, and the Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit.
Drive back: 20-minute drive back to Nice.
Stay: 2 nights in Nice.

Week 5: France (Continued)
Day 20-21: Paris
Drive: 6-hour drive from Nice to Paris.
Explore: Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, Montmartre, and Champs-Élysées.
Must-do: Enjoy a Seine River cruise, visit the Musée d'Orsay, and shop in Le Marais.
Stay: 2 nights in Paris.

Day 22: Champagne (Reims)
Drive: 1.5-hour drive from Paris to Reims (Champagne region).
Explore: Visit the Reims Cathedral, take a Champagne tour, and explore the Champagne caves.
Stay: 1 night in Reims.

Week 6: Italy
Day 23-24: Milan
Drive: 4-hour drive from Reims to Milan, Italy.
Explore: Duomo Cathedral, Sforza Castle, and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.
Must-do: See Leonardo da Vinci’s "The Last Supper" (book in advance).
Stay: 2 nights in Milan.

Day 25-26: Florence
Drive: 3-hour drive from Milan to Florence.
Explore: Florence Cathedral, Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, and Michelangelo's David.
Must-do: Walk up to Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic views of the city.
Stay: 2 nights in Florence.

Day 27-28: Rome
Drive: 3-hour drive from Florence to Rome.
Explore: Colosseum, Roman Forum, Pantheon, St. Peter’s Basilica, and Vatican Museums.
Must-do: Toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain and enjoy authentic Italian pizza.
Stay: 2 nights in Rome.

Week 7: Italy (Continued)
Day 29: Naples & Pompeii (Day Trip from Rome)
Drive: 2-hour drive from Rome to Naples.
Explore: Naples' historic center, the National Archaeological Museum, and the Amalfi Coast.
Day Trip: Visit Pompeii (30 minutes by car from Naples).
Drive back: 2-hour drive back to Rome.
Stay: 1 night in Rome.

Day 30-31: Amalfi Coast
Drive: 2.5-hour drive from Rome to the Amalfi Coast.
Explore: Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello. Visit the famous cliffs, beaches, and charming coastal towns.
Must-do: Take a boat ride along the coast and explore the cliffside villages.
Stay: 2 nights on the Amalfi Coast.

Day 32: Capri & Ana-Capri (Day Trip from Amalfi Coast)
Drive: 1-hour drive from Amalfi to the ferry terminal in Sorrento.
Ferry: Take a ferry to Capri and explore Ana-Capri.
Must-do: Visit the Blue Grotto, take the chairlift to Mount Solaro, and wander around the charming streets.
Ferry back: Return to the Amalfi Coast in the evening.
Stay: 1 night on the Amalfi Coast.

Week 8: Italy (Continued)
Day 33-34 Venice
Drive: 5.5-hour drive from the Amalfi Coast to Venice.
Explore: St. Mark’s Basilica, Rialto Bridge, Doge’s Palace, and Grand Canal.
Must-do: Take a gondola ride and get lost in the narrow, romantic streets.
Stay: 2 nights in Venice.
 
Day 35 - 36: Lake Garda 

Day 37-38: Lake Como
Drive: 3.5-hour drive from Venice to Lake Como.
Explore: Explore the lakeside towns of Bellagio, Varenna, and Menaggio.
Must-do: Take a boat ride on Lake Como and visit the beautiful villas like Villa del Balbianello.
Stay: 2 nights by Lake Como.

​Day 39: Milan
Drive: 1.5-hour drive from Lake Como to Milan.
Explore: Last-minute shopping and enjoy a relaxed day in Milan before your trip ends.
Stay: 1 night in Milan.

Day 40: Trave; Day
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