Trekking on the Costa Vicentina: the Fishermen's Path.

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11 days (approximately)
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

Discover the magnificent scenery of the Fisherman's Way: immerse yourself in the breathtaking natural beauty of the rugged Costa Vicentina, the picturesque fishing villages and the most impressive landscapes.
You won't have to worry about carrying backpacks or heavy luggage during excursions. Your personal belongings will be transferred to you, allowing you to fully enjoy your tours without the burden of carrying luggage.
You can rest in selected hotels that offer a welcoming and comfortable environment, allowing you to recharge your batteries and rejuvenate for the next day's adventures.
Spectacular natural beauty: the trip along the Rota Vicentina offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Sudoeste Alentejano and Costa Vicentina Natural Park.

What's Included

Breakfast (Optional[9])
Breakfast
Qualified staff and telephone assistance 24 hours with our team
Il trasporto giornaliero del bagaglio personale fino ad un peso máximo de 20 kg per participante.
10 pernottamenti
Tourist fee
International flights
Pasti non menzionati;
All things not indicated to you “included”
Visit and activities opzionali and services extra per motivi di forza maggiore
Upgrade camera singola
Possibilità di estensione del soggiorno o di aggiunta di altre attività

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This day will show you some highlights of the picturesque city of Lisbon. Early in the morning, you will have time to visit the center of Lisbon. A transfer will pick you up in Lisbon and take you to Porto Covo. Overnight in Porto Covo.

End point

Sagres is a picturesque setting in the far southwest of Portugal, famous for its spectacular cliffs, pristine beaches and the majestic Sagres Fort, which offers panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrival in Lisbon

    1 stop
  • 1
    Lisbon

    This day will show you some highlights of the picturesque city of Lisbon. Early in the morning, you will have time to visit the center of Lisbon. Visit some of its most important monuments, such as the Jerónimos Monastery and the Belém Tower, and indulge in the famous 'pastéis de Belém'. A transfer will pick you up in Lisbon and take you to Porto Covo. Overnight in Porto Covo.

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Porto Covo - Vila Nova de Milfontes (20 km / 12 mi)

    2 stops
  • 2

    Your trip begins on a stretch of beach, where you will walk along the vast dune area of the beaches of Ilha do Pessegueiro, Aivados and Malhão.

    7 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Overnight in Vila Nova de Milfontes.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Vila Nova de Milfontes - Almograve (15 km / 9 mi)

    2 stops
  • 4

    This is a day to cleanse the soul with the stunning views of Vila Nova de Milfontes and the Mira River, which here meets the ocean. It's a short, affordable day hike so you can fully enjoy the area. Crossing the bridge over the river in Vila Nova de Milfontes offers a stunning view of the river mouth. There are sections along this part of the coast where the native vegetation shows all its diversity and other areas where it has been destroyed and swept away by a very aggressive exotic plant: the Acacia.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Accommodation in Almograve.

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 4

    Almograve | Zambujeira do Mar (22 km / 13 mi)

    2 stops
  • 6

    The high cliffs you will see during this part of the trip, despite being exposed to constant ocean winds, are the nesting place for more than twenty species of birds! These include the red-billed jay, red-billed warbler, common kestrel, "pure" turtle dove, white stork, peregrine falcon and redstart. If you look closely at this coastal strip, it's easy to see the traces of past climate change etched into the rocks.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Overnight in Zambujeira do Mar.

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 5

    Zambujeira do Mar - Odeceixe (18 km / 11 mi)

    2 stops
  • 8

    You will pass by the beaches of Alteirinhos, Carvalhal, Machados and Amália on your way to Azenha do Mar, where you will find a natural fishing port.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Overnight in Odeceixe

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 6

    Odeceixe - Aljezur (22km | 14mi)

    2 stops
  • 10

    During today, the route will be along the Mira irrigation canal, fed by waters from the Santa Clara dam. The view is long, with the mountains to the east and the sea to the west. You can choose between two complementary circuits that will take you to the coastal cliffs and allow you to discover the beaches of Odeceixe and Amoreira.

    Admission ticket free
  • 11

    Overnight in Aljezur

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 7

    Aljezur - Ponta da Atalaia Circuit - Arrifana (20km | 13mi)

    2 stops
  • 12

    Today you will cross fragrant valleys and small farms as you approach the coast, already guessing where the route will take you in the coming days. Leaving the village allows you to admire the Aljezur river valley, which extends to Amoreira beach, and imagine what Aljezur would have been like in the 15th century. You will pass through an extension of the Caminho dos Pescadores, the Ponta da Atalaia circuit, and will pass by Monte Clérigo beach and the mythical Ponta da Atalaia. In a place marked by the power of legends and the era of the Portuguese conquest of the Moors, this tour is a true journey through time.

    Admission ticket free
  • 13

    Overnight in Arrifana

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 8

    Arrifana - Carrapateira (24km | 15mi)

    2 stops
  • 14

    In this section you travel along the Historical Route, with the constant and simultaneous presence of the mountains and the sea, the untouched nature and the unique presence of man. Pedra da Agulha, seen from Canal beach, the vast sandy beach of Vale Figueira, revealed at low tide, and a succession of hills and valleys confirm the more aggressive and inaccessible side of this coastal area. Upon arrival, you will have a privileged view of the dunes of Bordeira beach and the cove that meets the ocean, in a scenario that is repeated incessantly and that characterizes the beaches of Costa Vicentina.

    Admission ticket free
  • 15

    Stay in the village of Carrapateira

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 9

    Carrapateira - Vila do Bispo (22 km)

    2 stops
  • 16

    After a magnificent view of Bordeira beach, the beauty of the virgin valleys where you can barely feel the human presence, the picturesque villages of Vilarinha and Pedralva, you will be ready to face the strong winds that are expected upon arrival in Vila do Bispo. A stretch where you can feel the essence of Costa Vicentina. When crossing the perimeter of the Vila do Bispo forest, proceed calmly and use binoculars, as you are likely to see wild animals, especially birds.

    Admission ticket free
  • 17

    Overnight in Vila do Bispo

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 10

    Vila do Bispo - Cabo de São Vicente - Sagres (19km | 12mi)

    2 stops
  • 18

    You will walk towards the extreme southwest of Europe. This is a magical place where you can almost hear the echo of the voices of sailors and pilgrims. Monumental cliffs, exceptional coastal views and a privileged area to observe the natural phenomenon of autumn bird migration. It follows an extension of the fishermen's path, the Telheiro beach circuit, ravines covered with native vegetation, ancient rock formations and a memorable arrival at Cabo de S. Vicente along the fishermen's paths. End your trip through southwest Portugal in an unforgettable way.

    Admission ticket free
  • 19

    Overnight in Sagres

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 11

    Match

    1 stop
  • 20

    After check-out, you can take a train to Faro airport, or request a private transfer from Sagres to Faro airport, at an additional cost.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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