Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Spain & Portugal: Your Guide to 32 Unforgettable Drives

Ready for an unforgettable road trip? 🚗 Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Spain & Portugal reveals 32 incredible escapes with detailed maps and itineraries, so you can experience the freedom of the open road. From the historic cities of Madrid and Barcelona to the scenic coasts of Portugal, this guide is your key to the perfect driving adventure.

Discover a diverse range of routes, from short 2-day escapes to week-long journeys, and explore hidden gems, stunning landscapes, and unforgettable cultural experiences.

Key Features of this Road Trip Guide

Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Spain & Portugal, you'll find everything you need to plan your journey.

• 32 Incredible Escapes: Choose from a variety of drives ranging from 2 to 9 days, including coastal drives, city-to-city routes, and mountain adventures.

• Detailed Maps & Directions: Each route features easy-to-use maps, detailed directions, and tips on when to go, duration, and how to link your trip with other drives.

• Top Stops & Experiences: Discover the best stops, fun photo opportunities, and hidden gems along the way.

• Expert Picks: Our "Our Picks" section highlights the best coastal drives, mountain drives, back-road drives, and wine & olive-oil routes, including Spain's famous La Rioja wine region.

• Essential "Toolkit": Get all the practical information you need for your trip, including tips on hiring the right car, local driving laws, accommodation, and health and safety.

• Local Insights: Learn why our local travel experts love each trip and get their unique perspectives.

Comprehensive Coverage of Spain & Portugal

This guide covers the most spectacular driving routes across both countries, including:

• Madrid & Central Spain

• Northern Spain & the Basque Country

• Barcelona & Eastern Spain

• Andalucía & Southern Spain

• Portugal

Get ready to discover off-the-beaten-track castles and monasteries, meander through vineyards, and explore pretty fishing villages and beaches with this ultimate road trip companion.