Rota Vicentina: to the Algarve

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9 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

15 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Alentejo, Portugal

Faro, Portugal

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Highlights

Hike through the impressive coastal scenery of the western Algarve

Stay in comfortable family run accommodation in pretty coastal towns

Swim at remote beaches away from the busy resorts

Arrive at Cape St Vincent on foot, the south-western most point of Portugal

Itinerary

Along Portugal’s wild Atlantic coast, the "Rota Vicentina: to the Algarve" trip beckons those craving solitude and scenery. This self-guided, moderate walking tour from Alentejo to Faro is tailored to experienced travelers and seniors in search of authentic adventure. Trek through Sudoeste Alentejano en Costa Vicentina Natural Park, along untouched beaches, sand dunes, and dramatic cliffs, far from the crowds. Discover the aromatic flora, spot Mediterranean wildlife, and indulge in regional specialties and wines. The unique selling point: a carefully researched route on Portugal’s celebrated coastal trail, blending eco-friendly adventure with the slow, relaxed pleasures of traditional Portuguese life.

day 1Arrive Zambujeira do Mar

Make your way to the Algarve and the coastal village of Zambujeira do Mar. A transfer can be arranged from Faro airport or train station (additional cost applies and must be pre-booked), a journey of just over 2 hours. We can also assist with a transfer from Lisbon airport on request. Your accommodation in this small whitewashed village for two nights is a small hotel just 200m from the beach and 300m from the bus stop.

day 2Transfer to Almograve, walk along the coast back to Zambujeira (6hrs)

day 3Pass by rolling dunes en route to Odeceixe (5-6hrs)

day 4Choice of routes to the medieval town of Aljezur (5-6hrs)

day 5Transfer to Arrifana or Chabouco, choice of routes to Carrapateira (3.5-6hrs)

day 6Choice of loop walks (3-6.5hrs) or rest day in Carrapateira

day 7Walk to the historic town of Vila do Bispo (6-7hrs)

day 8Walk to Cape St Vincent, transfer back to Vila do Bispo (4-5hrs)

day 9Trip concludes

What's Included

Accommodation

8 nights accommodation: 5 nights in simple family run pensions, 3 nights in hotels with swimming pool, all on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities

Meals

8 breakfasts

Others

Luggage transfers on days 3, 4, 5 & 7 - 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excessDigital information pack including maps and guidebook plus navigational appPrivate transfers on days 2, 5 & 8Emergency hotline

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