15 days in South America & Europe Itinerary

Prepare for some hot and sticky weather as you head to Teresina, a city of nearly a million people perched between the Parnaiba and Poti rivers.

Kick off your visit on the 1st (Wed): stroll around Parque Estacao da Cidadania, see the interesting displays at Centro de Ciencias Interativo Casa de Sao Jose, snap pictures at Joao Luis Ferreira Metallic Bridge, then pause for some serene contemplation at Paroquia de Sao Jose Operario, and finally make a trip to Convento Sao Benedito.

For reviews, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, go to the Teresina trip builder .

In January, daily temperatures in Teresina can reach 39°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Wed) early enough to travel to Lisbon.

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

Get out of town with these interesting Lisbon side-trips: Sintra (Park and National Palace of Pena & Quinta da Regaleira). There's much more to do: don't miss a visit to Belém Tower, contemplate the long history of Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, appreciate the history behind Padrao dos Descobrimentos, and get the lay of the land with Walking tours.

To see where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Lisbon trip maker app .

You can fly from Teresina to Lisbon in 13 hours. Traveling from Teresina to Lisbon, you'll lose 3 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Teresina in January, expect Lisbon to be cooler, temps between 17°C and 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Madrid.

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

Change things up with these side-trips from Madrid: Toledo (Custodia de Arfe & Catedral Primada) and Acueduct of Segovia (in Segovia). And it doesn't end there: examine the collection at Prado National Museum, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, make a trip to Puerta del Sol, and contemplate the long history of Plaza Mayor.

For maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, read Madrid road trip website .

Fly from Lisbon to Madrid in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Lisbon to Madrid due to the time zone difference. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Lisbon in January, with highs in Madrid at 12°C and lows at 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) so you can travel to Paris.

A beautiful and romantic city fit for any itinerary, Paris brims with historic associations and remains vastly influential in the realms of culture, art, fashion, food and design.

Paris is known for museums, historic sites, nightlife, shopping, and parks. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum, wander the streets of Le Marais, make a trip to Place de la Concorde, and admire all the interesting features of Eiffel Tower.

For photos, reviews, and other tourist information, read Paris journey planning app .

You can fly from Madrid to Paris in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Madrid in January: highs in Paris hover around 8°C, while lows dip to 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) so you can travel back home.