Lisbon, Portugal
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Plan your whole trip on one page: flights, hotel, a day-by-day plan, key contacts, packing list and budget, with a complete sample trip to Lisbon. Download the PDF or the editable Word file and start planning.
In this guide: What is a travel itinerary · What to include · How to plan it · Tips · Itineraries for every trip · FAQ
What is a travel itinerary?
A travel itinerary is a plan of your trip: where you’re going, how you’ll get there, where you’ll stay and what you’ll do each day. It keeps all your important details, like flight times, booking numbers and addresses, in one place, so you’re not digging through emails at the airport. It also helps you make the most of your time by grouping activities sensibly and avoiding overbooked days.
This travel itinerary template fits everything on a single page, with a full example trip to show you how to fill it in.
What to include in a travel itinerary
- Trip overview: destination, dates and travelers.
- Flights or transport: numbers, times, airports and stations.
- Accommodation: name, address, check-in and check-out times, confirmation numbers.
- Day-by-day plan: morning, afternoon and evening activities.
- Bookings: tours, tickets and restaurant reservations with times.
- Contacts: hotel, local emergency number and travel insurance.
- Packing list and budget.
Your trip, on one page
A printable itinerary with a sample trip.
How to plan your itinerary, step by step
- Fix the essentials first: flights and accommodation, since everything else fits around them.
- List must-see places and check their opening hours and booking requirements.
- Group activities by area so you’re not crossing the city several times a day.
- Book timed tickets for popular sights and add the times to your plan.
- Add buffers: a slow first morning after a long flight, and free time each day.
- Print a copy and save one on your phone, and share it with someone at home.
Tips for a better trip
- Plan no more than two or three main activities per day.
- Leave the last morning light, especially if you have a flight.
- Check local holidays, which can close museums and shops.
- Keep copies of passports and bookings separate from the originals.
- Write down the local emergency number before you travel.
Itineraries for every kind of trip
The same template works for a city break, a road trip, a family vacation or a business trip. For road trips, use the day plan for driving routes and overnight stops. For business travel, use it for meetings and transfers. For group trips, share the itinerary so everyone knows the plan and the meeting points.
Travel itinerary questions
What should a travel itinerary include?
Your destination and dates, transport details, accommodation, a day-by-day plan, bookings, important contacts, a packing list and a budget.
How detailed should my itinerary be?
Include exact times for flights and booked activities, and keep the rest flexible. Two or three main activities a day is usually enough.
Do I need an itinerary for a visa application?
Some visa applications ask for a travel itinerary. This template is a good starting point, but check the embassy’s specific requirements.
Is this travel itinerary template free?
Yes. Download the PDF or Word file with no signup, no watermark and no paywall.
Can I edit this template in Word or Google Docs?
Yes. Download the Word (.docx) version and edit it in Microsoft Word, or upload it to Google Docs or Apple Pages. The PDF is ready to print and fill in by hand.
Can I use this itinerary for a road trip?
Yes. Use each day for your route, stops and overnight stays.
