Portugal Hiking Tours and Trips

The wild Algarve and its people are wonderful! The hikes along the high cliffs were truly gorgeous and inspiring. We love learning about the places we travel in, which is why we keep returning to Exodus for tours. The leaders made frequent stops along our walks to explain about geology, history and even the arts of the area, including why the music genre of Fado was so important during the rule of Portugal's dictator (when we were looking at a town's murals of a singer).

Completing the Portuguese Camino with luggage transfers, accommodation and itinerary organised made the self-guided hike even more enjoyable. The standard of hotels and rural B&B's was excellent. Most of the accommodation in Portugal had swimming pools which at the end of a hot walk was bliss. The initial communication when booking the trip was great and was always kept up to date. Would highly recommend this company and would use them again.

The Portuguese Camino walk from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela exceeded all our expectations. From start to finish, it was an unforgettable journey filled with rich experiences, beautiful landscapes, and meaningful connections. The small group size created a friendly, intimate atmosphere that made the experience even more special. The duration of the walk was well-paced, allowing us to truly absorb each stage of the journey without feeling rushed. We were continually amazed by the variety of walking tracks—from peaceful forest paths to coastal stretches and Roman cobblestones. The ever-changing scenery offered something new to appreciate each day, and it was a joy to discover and explore so many unique places along the way. A huge thank you to our incredible guide, Sylvia. Her warmth, humour, patience, and flexibility made every day feel light and enjoyable. We still fondly remember her cheerful greeting, Hello, hello, hello! Which became a part of our daily routine. Sylvia and Francisco, our friendly and dependable mini-van driver, made a fantastic team. Their seamless coordination and genuine care for the group made the experience all the more smooth and enjoyable. We’re so grateful for this memorable adventure—truly a trip of a lifetime.

This trip was incredible - from our amazing guide, Aitor, to the fun group we got lucky to travel with, to the special itinerary itself, this tour is incredible from start to finish! If you have ever considered walking the Camino (or at least the highlights of it), then let this be your sign to go ahead and book it! The walks themselves can be challenging, but along with your group and the motivation from the guide, you will feel accomplished by the end of each day and will wake up feeling ready for the next! Join this tour with the expectation of seeing so many scenic villages and towns, tasting different food, and getting deeper insight into how the locals live and work - as you will see all of this and more on this amazing trip. Reaching the Cathedral in Santiago is a moment I will never forget, and one which I will be returning to do again in my life.

The Portuguese Camino provides a unique multi-stage walk that highlights the most important sections of the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela. It is a beautiful walk steeped in ancient Celtic, Roman and Medieval heritage.

We had a fabulous time. Everything went smoothly and according to plan. All of the accommodations were good. Some were excellent. Food was also great. Luggage was moved each day without any issues.