Portugal walking holiday: The wild Vicentine coast

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The Vicentine coast is one of the wildest, most spectacular and best-preserved coastlines in Europe. A beautiful walking trail exposed to the spray of the Ocean and the aromas of many different plants and herbs, the Natural Park extends over 120km (74.5 miles) covering 2 regions of the south western coast of Portugal, Alentejo and the Algarve. This Portugal w...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • The omnipresence of the ocean and the diversity of the landscapes
    • Geological, botanical and ornithological treasures
    • Transfer at the start and end of your trip included: Lisbon / Lagos
    • Swimming opportunities nearly every day!
    • The hospitality and cuisine in the villages along the way
    • End of your trip in Lagos or Faro, both beautiful historic cities with stunning beaches

What's this trip about?

    The Vicentine coast is one of the wildest, most spectacular and best-preserved coastlines in Europe. A beautiful walking trail exposed to the spray of the Ocean and the aromas of many different plants and herbs, the Natural Park extends over 120km (74.5 miles) covering 2 regions of the south western coast of Portugal, Alentejo and the Algarve. This Portugal walking tour will enable you to explore and enjoy the stunning coastline scenery: high rising multicoloured cliffs, aromatic plants, pine and oak forests, mimosa trees, sand dunes, small inlets and long sandy beaches. The small white-washed villages and towns dotted along the trail only add to its charm. Vila Nova de Milfontes, Porto Covo, Odeceixe, Aljezur… all boast narrow streets, alleyways, chapels and fortresses that add beauty and culture to this wild coastline.

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 10 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityLisbon or Faro
End CityLagos

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Photography

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • Independent
  • Nature
  • Photography

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 2

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 10

Trip includes

    • 6 nights double occupancy with private facilities
    • 6 breakfasts
    • Day 1: transfer from Lisbon or Faro to Vila Nova de Milfontes, start of your trip
    • Day 7: transfer from Sagres to Lagos
    • All transfers listed in the program
    • Our Road Book with detailed walking itineraries, including highlighted maps
    • 1 road map of the region
    • GPS Files
    • 24/7 phone assistance

Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1 - Start of your walking trip in Vila Nova De Milfontes

Private transfer (2h30) from Lisbon or from Faro ( from your hotel or the airport) to Vila Nova de Milfontes. Depending on your inbound flight and your arrival time, we highly recommend having a pre-night in Lisbon or Faro to break up the journey as the private transf...

Day 2 - Hiking from Vila Nova De Milfontes to Almograve

Walk - Vila Nova de Milfontes > Almograve 4 hours / 11 km - 6.8 miles / Ascent: +150 - Descent: - 150m The trail heads south from Vila Nova de Milfontes to Almograve, close to the Atlantic Ocean. You cross the Mira estuary on Dona Conceiçao's traditional boat and t...

Day 3 - Beach day from Almograve to Zambujeira do Mar

Walk - Almograve to Zambujeira do Mar 5 hours / 19 km - 11.8 miles / Ascent: +200 - Descent: - 200m Your transfer will take you to the suberp Almograve beach, the start of your walk. A wild and colourful coastline towards Zambujeira do Mar, a beautiful fishing village...

Day 4 - Wavy sand banks from Zambujeira to Odeceixe

Walk - Zambujeira do Mar > Odeceixe 5 hours / 18 km - 11 miles / Ascent: +300 - Descent: - 300m This section of the walk lies between the two regions of Alentejo and the Algarve. The view from the cliffs down towards the mouth of the river Odeceixe with its white w...

Day 5 - Trail to Amoreira beach & Aljezur

Walk - Rogil > Aljezur 4 hours / 14 km - 8.6 miles / Ascent: +200 - Descent: - 200m Transfer (30 min) to Rogil. The walk starts along a « levada », an irrigation channel. The water from the Levada is used in part for agricultural purposes. This particular region is...

Day 6 - On the very edge of Europe to Cape St Vincent

Walk - Vila do Bispo > Cape St Vincent 4 hours / 15 km - 9.3 miles / Ascent: +100 - Descent: - 200m Transfer to Vila do bispo (30 mins), a barnacle fishing village. This walk takes you through wild heathlands, home to aromatic herbs, and along the multicoloured cli...

Day 7 - Bye Bye Algarve: end of your trip in Lagos

Transfer from Sagres to Lagos. End of your trip in Lagos. Lagos is a beautiful historic town and is intimately linked to the history of sailors and pirates, forever present with the colourful trawlers who bring fish to the auction hall. The Avenida dos Descobrimentos ...

- Add an extra night in Lagos or Faro!

Have an extra night in Lagos by the sea and enjoy the magnificent beaches, local fish and seafood specialities. Enjoy a boat excursion and discover the Ponta da Piedade, the symbol of the region: an impressive rugged rock formation with deep sea caves.

Have an ...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,378
Price per day$197
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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Jennifer & Thomas

Jan 2023

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The variation in the scenery from La Brigue to Menton was spectacular

The variation in the scenery from La Brigue to Menton was spectacular, especially as we took it day by day and could see the gradual difference as we descended throu...

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David & Mary

Jan 2023

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We really enjoy the variation and quality of the scenery and options en route.

We really enjoy the variation and quality of the scenery and options en route. We really enjoy your trips through the small towns and villages. For us this is better...

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Nancy & Devon

Jan 2023

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Spectacular scenery

Spectacular scenery. That last walk up to Castellar and back down was grueling. I'm wondering if it isn't more than a 'moderate hike' for the climbing up and down. P...

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    • All meals
    • Entrance fees into museums, insurance, drinks, items of personal nature
    • SINGLE supplement

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Meals Included

6 breakfasts

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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Trip ID
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