POPULAR TRIP ITINERARIES
- Manyanshi Joshi
- Apr 25, 2025
- 7 min read
Here are sample itineraries for a few popular travel destinations, each designed for a 5 to 7-day trip.
🗼 Paris, France – 5-Day Itinerary
Day 1:
Arrival and check-in
Eiffel Tower at sunset
Seine River Cruise
Day 2:
Louvre Museum
Notre-Dame Cathedral
Latin Quarter walk & dinner
Day 3:
Versailles Day Trip
Garden picnic (if weather permits)
Day 4:
Montmartre and Sacré-Cœur
Moulin Rouge show
Day 5:
Shopping in Le Marais
Departure
🏝️ Bali, Indonesia – 7-Day Itinerary
Day 1:
Arrival in Denpasar
Relax in Seminyak
Day 2:
Beach day in Canggu
Sunset at Tanah Lot Temple
Day 3:
Ubud: Monkey Forest & Rice Terraces
Day 4:
Mount Batur Sunrise Hike
Hot springs recovery
Day 5:
Nusa Penida Island tour
Day 6:
Waterfalls & temples (Tirta Empul, Tegenungan)
Day 7:
Spa day and departure
🇯🇵 Tokyo + Kyoto, Japan – 7-Day Itinerary
Day 1:
Arrive in Tokyo
Explore Shibuya and Shinjuku
Day 2:
Tsukiji Market breakfast
Asakusa & Sensoji Temple
Akihabara tech & anime shopping
Day 3:
Day trip to Mt. Fuji or Hakone
Day 4:
Bullet train to Kyoto
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Day 5:
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Day 6:
Gion district walk
Tea ceremony experience
Day 7:
Travel back to Tokyo or depart from Kansai
🏞️ U.S. National Parks (Utah's Mighty 5) – 7-Day Road Trip
Day 1: Zion National Park
Day 2: Bryce Canyon National Park
Day 3: Capitol Reef National Park
Day 4: Scenic drive + Canyonlands
Day 5: Arches National Park
Day 6: Moab adventure (hiking/rafting)
Day 7: Return to Salt Lake City
🌍 A Few Quick Questions: on popular trip itineraries
Destination(s): Where are you planning to go? One place or multiple cities/countries?
Travel Dates: When are you planning to go, and for how many days?
Budget: Approximate budget per person (e.g., $1000, $3000, unlimited)?
Travel Style: What kind of experience are you looking for?
Luxury
Adventure/Outdoor
Foodie
Cultural & Historical
Relaxation/Spa
Mix of everything?
Interests or Must-Dos: Any specific activities or sights you definitely want included? (e.g., wine tasting, scuba diving, cooking class, iconic landmarks)
Travel Companions: Solo, couple, family, group? Any kids?
✈️ Travel Preferences:
Where are you going?(City/country or region. Or if you want suggestions, I can help!)
Travel Dates & Duration:(Exact or estimated dates, and how many days you’re traveling)
Budget per person:
💸 Budget (e.g. <$1500)
💼 Mid-range (e.g. $1500–$4000)
💎 Luxury (unlimited or high-end experience)
Travel Style: (Choose one or mix & match!)
🧘 Relaxation / Spa
🧗 Adventure / Outdoors
🍜 Foodie
🖼️ Cultural & Historical
🛍️ Shopping
📸 Instagram-worthy / Photography
🏖️ Beach & Chill
🎉 Nightlife
Who’s going?(Solo, couple, family, friends? Any kids or special needs?)
Any “musts” or dream experiences?(e.g., hot air balloon ride, sushi class, wine tasting, hiking, surfing, safari, etc.)
✨ What Your Custom Itinerary Includes:
🗓️ Day-by-Day Itinerary
Each day will include:
Morning, afternoon & evening plans
Travel time & logistics (how to get around)
Suggested timing to avoid crowds or catch the best views
Example:
Day 2 – Kyoto, Japan🚉 9:00 AM: Take JR train to Arashiyama🌿 10:00 AM: Bamboo Forest walk🍵 12:30 PM: Lunch at Yudofu Sagano (Zen tofu cuisine)🏯 2:00 PM: Visit Tenryu-ji Temple & garden🚶♀️ 4:30 PM: Walk the Togetsukyo Bridge🍣 7:00 PM: Dinner at Musashi Sushi (conveyor belt sushi)
🛏️ Accommodation Suggestions
You'll get 2–3 hotel or stay recommendations for each stop based on:
Your budget
Preferred style (charming boutique? 5-star luxury? budget-friendly?)
Location convenience
Examples:
🏨 Luxury: Four Seasons Kyoto – Traditional meets modern elegance
🏠 Boutique: Hotel Kanra Kyoto – Stylish, mid-range, great location
💰 Budget: Sakura Terrace – Affordable and comfy, near Kyoto Station
🍽️ Food & Drink Recommendations
Handpicked based on your style:
Must-try local dishes or restaurants
Great spots for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Hidden gems, street food, or Michelin-starred options
Optional: Add-on food tours or cooking classes
🎟️ Activities & Add-ons
Optional excursions and experiences:
Private or group tours
Tickets to attractions (with booking tips)
Adventure or wellness add-ons (e.g. spa day, skydiving, diving, etc.)
🚕 Transportation Tips
Best ways to get from place to place (train, car, flight, etc.)
Public transit passes, car rental tips, ride-share apps to use
Airport transfer recommendations
🧳 Bonus Add-ons (if you want):
📱 Packing list specific to your destination & weather
🎧 Spotify playlist or podcast recs for your trip
📸 Instagrammable photo spots
🗣️ Quick language cheat sheet
Just send me those quick details:
Where you’re going
Travel dates + duration
Budget
Style
Who’s going
Any must-do’s
There are 4 main types of travel itineraries, each serving a different purpose depending on your travel style, group, or trip complexity. Here's a quick breakdown:
1. Fixed Itinerary 🗓️
A set-in-stone plan with specific dates, times, and activities.
Best for:
Group tours, corporate trips, school trips, or any pre-booked package
Travelers who like everything planned ahead
Example:
9:00 AM: Louvre Museum tour
12:00 PM: Lunch at Café de Flore
2:00 PM: Seine River cruise
4:30 PM: Check-in at hotel
2. Flexible Itinerary 🌍
A general plan with room for spontaneity.
Best for:
Solo travelers, backpackers, or digital nomads
Anyone who prefers to “go with the flow” but still wants structure
Example:
Morning: Explore Ubud market or take a yoga class
Afternoon: Visit a nearby waterfall or just relax at a café
Evening: Optional sunset at Tanah Lot
3. Thematic Itinerary 🎭
Focused around a central theme like food, history, wellness, or adventure.
Best for:
Travelers with a specific interest (e.g., wine tasting, hiking, art)
Short trips where you want to maximize a specific type of experience
Example Themes:
🍷 Tuscany Wine Tour
🎨 Paris for Art Lovers
🧗♂️ Patagonia Adventure Trek
🧘 Bali Wellness & Yoga Escape
4. Custom/Personalized Itinerary 💼
Tailored to your unique interests, budget, and schedule — often created by a travel planner or app (or me 😉).
Best for:
Couples, families, honeymooners, or luxury travelers
Anyone wanting a one-of-a-kind experience
Includes:
Day-by-day plans
Restaurant and hotel suggestions
Transportation and ticket tips
Optional upgrades and excursions
Google Trips was a fantastic travel planning app, but Google officially discontinued it in 2019. However, you can still create and organize your travel itineraries using Google’s other tools, especially Google Travel and Google Maps. Here's how to do it now:
✅ How to Create an Itinerary with Google’s Current Tools
🧳 1. Use Google Travel
This is Google’s current go-to for organizing trips.
Steps:
Go to Google Travel.
If you're signed into your Google account, it'll automatically detect and organize travel reservations from your Gmail inbox (flights, hotels, etc.).
Click “Trips” to view upcoming, past, or manually added trips.
Click “+ Create trip” to start a custom itinerary.
Add destinations, dates, and notes for each day.
Click on “Things to do” to browse popular attractions, restaurants, and activities in your destination.
📝 You can add:
Places to visit
Hotel check-ins
Notes and custom activities
📍 2. Use Google Maps Lists to Pin Locations
Great for creating a visual itinerary.
Steps:
Open Google Maps on your desktop or phone.
Search for a place (restaurant, museum, etc.).
Click “Save” > Choose or create a list (e.g., “Paris 2025 Trip”).
Repeat this for each location in your itinerary.
Access your list anytime under “Your Places” > “Saved.”
⭐ Pro Tip: Turn on “Offline Maps” for your destination before you go.
📅 3. Use Google Calendar to Plan Your Day-by-Day
If you want a time-based itinerary:
Steps:
Open Google Calendar.
Create a new calendar (optional) just for your trip.
Add events by time, with notes like addresses, booking codes, and links.
Share it with your travel companions!
✈️ Bonus: Gmail Integration
If your flight, hotel, or tour booking confirmation emails go to your Gmail:
Google Travel will automatically sync and create a basic itinerary.
Just go to google.com/travel, and you’ll see it under "Your Trips."
Google doesn’t currently have a dedicated travel app like the old Google Trips app (which was discontinued in 2019), but it does offer a powerful web-based travel platform called:
🌐 Google Travel
No app needed — it works seamlessly in your browser on both desktop and mobile.
🔍 What You Can Do with Google Travel:
✈️ 1. View & Organize Your Trips
It automatically pulls flight, hotel, car, and activity bookings from your Gmail.
You can also manually create a trip and add your own notes and locations.
🗺️ 2. Discover Destinations
Explore top sights, things to do, and food & drink spots in any city.
Browse photos, opening hours, and traveler reviews.
💰 3. Track Flights & Hotel Prices
Get alerts on price drops and availability.
Filter by airlines, stops, times, and more.
🛏️ 4. Book Hotels, Flights, and More
Google aggregates info from travel sites (like Expedia, Booking.com) so you can compare without leaving the page.
📍 5. Save Places via Google Maps
Anything you favorite or save in Google Travel can be accessed in Google Maps via "Your Places" > "Saved."
🚫 Is There an App?
There’s no separate "Google Travel" app, but here’s how to make it feel like one:
💡 Quick Tip: Add Google Travel to Your Phone’s Home Screen
iPhone (Safari):
Go to google.com/travel
Tap the Share icon → “Add to Home Screen”
Android (Chrome):
Go to google.com/travel
Tap the three dots menu → “Add to Home screen”
While flight prices are dynamic and can change frequently, there are general trends that can help you find cheaper fares.
💸 Cheapest Day to Book a Flight (on average):
📅 Tuesday or Wednesday
Historically, Tuesday at around midnight (especially in the airline's time zone) has often been the best time to book.
Airlines tend to release weekly deals on Monday evenings, and competitors adjust prices by Tuesday.
Wednesday can also be good — fewer people are searching, so demand (and prices) can be slightly lower.
🛫 Pro Tip: Booking on a Tuesday doesn’t always guarantee the lowest price, but it’s a smart time to compare.
🕰️ How Far in Advance to Book (for best prices):
Trip Type | Ideal Booking Window |
🏙️ Domestic (U.S.) | 1–3 months before departure |
🌍 International | 2–8 months before departure |
🎄 Holidays/Summer Peak | 3–6 months early (or more!) |
💼 Cheapest Days to Fly (Not Just Book):
✅ Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
These are usually the cheapest days to fly because they’re less popular for business and weekend travelers.
Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive.
🧠 Bonus Tips to Save:
Use fare comparison tools like Google Flights, Skyscanner, or Hopper.
Set price alerts (Google Flights has a great tool for this).
Be flexible with your dates and nearby airports.
Book flights in the airline’s native currency when possible (especially for international).
✈️ Conclusion: Why Popular Itineraries Matter
Popular itineraries serve as blueprints for unforgettable adventures. Whether you're strolling through the romantic streets of Paris, hiking the canyons of Utah, or diving into the cultural riches of Japan, a well-planned itinerary:
🗓️ Maximizes your time
💰 Helps you stay within budget
🧭 Keeps you organized without killing spontaneity
📸 Ensures you don’t miss iconic sights or hidden gems
From classic city escapes to themed journeys like foodie tours or nature treks, popular itineraries give you a smart starting point — but the best trips are always those you make your own. 🌍✨
Thanks for reading!!
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