Walking in Portugal - Remote Coastal Trails

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Based in the small town of Sagres, this walking holiday explores an unspoilt corner of Portugal. Follow beautiful coastal paths to discover impressive cliff tops and quiet sandy beaches, sampling the delicious local seafood and crisp wines in the evening. Cabo Sao Vicente - Walk the long distance Rota Vicentina path to the most south-westerly point of Eur...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star

Highlights

    • Spend a week walking in Portugal along dramatic paths and coastal scenery
    • Relax on one of the many sand beaches
    • Walk to Cabo Sao Vicente, the most south-westerly point of continental Europe

What's this trip about?

    Based in the small town of Sagres, this walking holiday explores an unspoilt corner of Portugal. Follow beautiful coastal paths to discover impressive cliff tops and quiet sandy beaches, sampling the delicious local seafood and crisp wines in the evening. Cabo Sao Vicente - Walk the long distance Rota Vicentina path to the most south-westerly point of Europe Ponta de Piedade - Dramatic rocky coastline, rock arch and turquoise seas Seven Hanging Valleys trail - Explore the spectacular coastal scenery of secluded beaches, hidden coves and limestone stacks

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 20 people
Age range16 to 85 years
Flights and transportN/A
Start CitySagres Hotel
End CitySagres Hotel

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Join trip in Sagres

Our trip begins in the coastal town of Sagres, a small tranquil town with a picturesque harbour and several nearby beaches. This historically important port, linked to the early Portuguese explorers. It was here that Prince Henry the Navigator built his navigation sc...

Day 2 Walk from inland village of Bordeira to Carrapateira

For our first walk we travel by taxi or minibus to the village Bordeira, approximately thirty minutes away. Start the walk through hilly terrain before descending to the Atlantic coast along some stretches of rugged cliffs. Later, head inland again and end the walk a...

Day 3 Coastal walk from Burgau to Ponta da Piedade lighthouse

We arrive to the coastal town of Burgau by taxi for the start of our walk along this dramatic coastline. En route, we see the fascinating rock formations, including the photogenic rock arch, at Ponta da Piedade just south of Lagos before ending our walk at the lightho...

Day 4 Cliff walk along Rota Vicentina to Cabo Sao Vicente

After breakfast we travel the short distance to the cliffs near Vila do Bispo village by taxi. From here we follow the long distance marked coastal trail 'Rota Vicentina' along dramatic cliffs to the lighthouse at Europe's most south-westerly point Cabo Sao Vicente - ...

Day 5 Free day; opportunity to go and visit Lagos

Today is a free day to relax by the hotel pool or go and discover the lovely, historic town of Lagos where you have the opportunity to do a boat tour along the rugged coastline and see the famous caves.

Meals Provided : Breakfast

Day 6 Hike the scenic Seven Hanging Valleys trail

Today is a more challenging walk along the Seven Hanging Valleys trail with spectacular coastal scenery. After a bit more than 1 hour's drive to Albandeira Beach, we join the trail walking along the coastal cliffs looking out to natural arches, secluded beaches, limes...

Day 7 Coastal walk from Igrina to Sagres

This morning we take taxis to Ingrina, a sheltered sandy beach. From here we walk back to Sagres along the unspoilt coastline with the opportunity to stop for a swim in the sea along the way. Today's leisurely 10 kilometre/6.2 miles walk is expected to take around 3 hours, along a flat coastal path.

Meals Provided : Breakfast

Day 8 Trip ends in Sagres

The trip ends after breakfast at our hotel in Sagres. There are no activities planned today, so you are free to depart from Sagres at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel. If you would like an ai...

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Last Updated: 5/10/2024
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Natalia

May 2024

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Remote Coastal Trails of Portugal

This was my first ever trip of this type and as a solo traveller I was quite nervous. As soon as I arrived though I stopped worrying - everything was so well organi...

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Mary

May 2024

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Remote Coastal Trails of Portugal

Excellent trip with lovely coastal walks with beautiful wild fl...

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May 2024

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Remote Coastal Trails of Portugal

Excellent tour…..good walks of about the right lengt...

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Trusted Customer

Apr 2024

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Remote Coastal Trails of Portugal

Great trip with amazing views! Sagres and the areas we went to were not overloaded with tourists which is a great aspect of this tour (Lagos had more tourists but we...

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Transportation & flights

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Cancellation policy
These conditions are applicable to Discovery & Wildlife, Cycling, Walking and Family Trips. These conditions were updated November 2022. Booked a Polar trip? Please refer to our Polar booking conditions. To make it easy to know the detail of our flexibility, we’ve put it in a grid (these terms apply to all trips apart from our Polar Voyages.) Standard cancellations or changes within 69 days of travel If you’re getting closer to your trip, cancellation charges will apply as follows: For trips confirmed by 31st December 2022: 59-42 days before trip start date – 30%, or loss of deposit if higher 41-28 days before trip start date – 60% 27-14 days before trip start date – 90% Less than 14 days before trip start date – 100% For trips confirmed from 1st January 2023: 69 -42 days before trip start date – 30%, or loss of deposit if higher 41-28 days before trip start date – 60% 27-14 days before trip start date – 90% Less than 14 days before trip start date – 100%
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Visa requirements
Portugal: Visas are not required by UK, Australian, New Zealand, US and Canadian citizens. Other nationalities should consult their local embassy or consular office. You should confirm all visa related questions with the relevant Embassy prior to departure.
Health & Safety
Nothing compulsory but Tetanus is usually recommended as a precaution. Please check the latest requirements with your travel clinic or doctor prior to departure. The above is not an exhaustive list. Further information regarding vaccinations and travel health advice can be found by following the NHS and NaTHNaC links at <a href="https://www.explore.co.uk/essential-information/know-before-you-go/travel-health">Explore Travel Health</a> and from your local healthcare provider. Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change and should be confirmed by you before travelling.
Meals Included
  • Breakfast : 7
Age Requirements
16 to 85 years
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