Spain and Portugal are two of the most enchanting countries in Europe — with charming cities packed with history, art and culture, stunning natural landscapes, and incredible food and wine. As they are located next to each other on the Iberian Peninsula it makes sense to try and explore both countries in one trip.
We drove an epic 3, km in 1 month visiting 15 destinations on an amazing Spain and Portugal road trip. We had the time of our lives exploring the beautiful cities and historical sights, eating as many tapas and pasteis de nata as possible, and catching up with friends who have moved out there.
I hope you find it helpful. During this time the weather is the most pleasant, not too cold and not too hot, plus the crowds and prices are less than during the busy summer holiday peak season July and August.
Tickets for some of the most famous attractions, like the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona and the Alhambra in Granada, are done in time slots and do sell out so have to be booked a few days before visiting. I recommend using Get Your Guide to buy skip-the-line tickets to avoid queuing and make the most of your time. Spain and Portugal are both well developed European countries with good infrastructure, roads, and public transportation.
Spain is a bit more developed than Portugal, so travel is a bit easier and quicker there, but both countries are very safe and enjoyable to explore. By Air: If you are flying in I recommend getting a flight into Barcelona and flying out of Porto or vice versa for the most efficient route and to avoid traveling back on yourself.
