57 days in United Kingdom, Spain & Sas van Gent Itinerary

Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.

Royal Palace of Madrid and Alcazar of Segovia will appeal to history buffs. Explore hidden gems such as The Four Posts and Cathedral of Avila. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Madrid: Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Asuncion (in Duraton), Iglesia de Santa Coloma (in Albendiego) and Segovia (Catedral de Segovia, La Muralla de Segovia, &more). The adventure continues: explore the world behind art at Prado National Museum, contemplate the long history of Basilica de San Vicente, admire the landmark architecture of Templo de Debod, and savor the flavors at Food & Drink.

For traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Madrid trip itinerary planning site.

Sao Paulo, Brazil to Madrid is an approximately 14-hour flight. Traveling from Sao Paulo to Madrid, you'll lose 4 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Sao Paulo in July, you will find days in Madrid are much warmer (°C), and nights are somewhat warmer (°C). Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Fri) early enough to catch the train to Barcelona.

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

Get some cultural insight at Basilica of the Sagrada Familia and El Barri Gòtic. Get some historical perspective at Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey and Girona Cathedral (Catedral). Get out of town with these interesting Barcelona side-trips: Illuminated Fountain (in Salou), Vila Vella (Old Town) (in Tossa de Mar) and Tarragona (Catedral Basilica Metropolitana Primada de Tarragona, Anfiteatro de Tarragona, &more). Next up on the itinerary: see the interesting displays at Parc de Montjuic, don't miss a visit to Casa Mila - La Pedrera, admire the landmark architecture of Casa Batllo, and stroll around Parc Guell.

For more things to do, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Barcelona trip site.

You can take a train from Madrid to Barcelona in 3.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Madrid in July: highs in Barcelona hover around °C, while lows dip to °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) so you can travel to Sas van Gent.

Sas van Gent is a town in the Netherlands. Discover out-of-the-way places like Lighthouse Westkapelle (high) and Vrouwenpolder Beach. Get out of town with these interesting Sas van Gent side-trips: Oostkapelle Beach (in Oostkapelle), Angelteich Vroonplas (in Renesse) and Recreatiecentrum De Vogel (in Hengstdijk).

To see reviews, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Sas van Gent trip planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Barcelona to Sas van Gent. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) early enough to travel to Brighton.

Once a sleepy little fishing village, Brighton is a modern seaside town known for its Asian architecture and a large gay community.

Popular historic sites such as Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Beachy Head are in your itinerary. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Royal Pavilion and Arundel Castle and Gardens. Get out of town with these interesting Brighton side-trips: Alfriston (St Andrew's Church & Alfriston Clergy House), Portsmouth (HMS Warrior 1860, HMS Victory, &more) and Drusillas Park (in Berwick). Pack the 9th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Paultons Park. The adventure continues: witness the site of a historic battle at Battle Abbey and Battlefield, tour the pleasant surroundings at Brighton Beach, wander the streets of The Lanes, and explore the historical opulence of Bodiam Castle.

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You can drive from Sas van Gent to Brighton in 5 hours. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Sas van Gent to Brighton due to the time zone difference. In August, plan for daily highs up to °C, and evening lows to °C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to travel to Inverness.

Inverness, often described as the Gateway to the Highlands, is a thriving commercial and industrial center.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Urquhart Castle and Blair Castle and Hercules Gardens. Your inner history buff will appreciate Eilean Donan Castle and Cawdor Castle. Explore Inverness' surroundings by going to Dornoch (Dornoch Cathedral, Dornoch Beach, &more), Nigg Old Church (in Nigg) and Dunrobin Castle and Gardens (in Golspie). There's lots more to do: gain some tasty knowledge on a distillery tour, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Glenfiddich Distillery, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Nevis Range Mountain Resort, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Nairn Beach.

To see where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Inverness holiday planning site.

Getting from Brighton to Inverness by combination of train and flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Brighton in August, expect a bit cooler with lows of °C in Inverness. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) early enough to drive to Edinburgh.

World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Edinburgh Castle and St Giles' Cathedral. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Stirling Castle and Rosslyn Chapel. Change things up with these side-trips from Edinburgh: Glamis Castle (in Glamis), Cragside House and Gardens (in Rothbury) and National Wallace Monument (in Stirling). There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at Georgian House, make a trip to The Real Mary King's Close, explore the world behind art at Scottish National Gallery, and explore the galleries of Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.

To see photos, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Edinburgh driving holiday planner.

Drive from Inverness to Edinburgh in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In August, daytime highs in Edinburgh are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Wed) early enough to take a train to Leeds.

One of the most cosmopolitan, innovative, and prosperous cities in the country, Leeds went from a run-down mill town to a hip 21st-century urban center in just a few decades.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at York City Walls and Lincoln Cathedral. Step off the beaten path and head to Liverpool Cathedral and Whitby Abbey. Venture out of the city with trips to York Bird of Prey Centre (in Huby), Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum (in Malton) and York (Castle Howard, York Minster, &more). There's still lots to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Durham Cathedral, see the interesting displays at The Beatles Story, contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Windermere, and appreciate the extensive heritage of 199 Steps.

To find traveler tips, photos, reviews, and tourist information, read Leeds holiday planner.

Take a train from Edinburgh to Leeds in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to °C, and evening lows to °C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) so you can catch the train to London.

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Tower of London and Westminster Abbey. Do some cultural sightseeing at Buckingham Palace and Canterbury Cathedral. Venture out of the city with trips to St. Mary The Virgin Church (in Elham), Dover Castle (in Dover) and Blenheim Palace (in Woodstock). There's lots more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Paul's Cathedral, learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum, brush up on your military savvy at Churchill War Rooms, and take in panoramic vistas at Tower Bridge.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our London itinerary maker app.

Traveling by train from Leeds to London takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. While traveling from Leeds, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in London, ranging from highs of °C to lows of °C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.