Portugal. The westernmost country in continental Europe. The home to bacalhau (dried and salted cod), pastel de nata (custard tart), Port wine, pristine beaches, rugged coastlines and rolling hills—it’s the perfect place for your next European travel experience!
From world-class cycling and hiking to kayaking, yoga and even wildlife cruises, our Portugal trips are sure to surprise you, delight you and intrigue you at every corner. We offer a range of Multi-Adventure Tours in Portugal that will satisfy your—and your family’s—craving for exploration. Let me tell you a little about them!
Portugal Multi-Adventure Tour
Our flagship Portugal’s Algarve and Alentejo Multi-Adventure Tour gives you a taste of everything that mainland Portugal has to offer. Starting in Lisbon, discover the town of funiculars, a San Francisco-esque bridge, impressive street art and a bustling restaurant and bar scene.
As we make our way down the coast through the Alentejo region to the Algarve Caves, you’ll bike past green hillsides and picturesque vineyards, hike the crystalline Atlantic Ocean coastline, surf world-renowned waves and kayak on clear waters. Dive into Portuguese culture over lunch at an adega (farmhouse) and sample local dishes.
Your young explorers can hike, bike, kayak and surf on this trip, plus try a ropes course and horseback ride, so bring the whole family.
Dolce Tempo Portugal Easygoing Multi-Adventure Tour
If the classic Portugal Multi-Adventure Tour sounds exciting but you’d like to visit Portugal at a more leisurely pace, then our Portugal Easygoing Multi-Adventure Tour was made for you!
Start and end in Lisbon, Portugal’s capital city and known for its distinctive black-and-white patterned cobblestone streets. Have a bica (espresso-type coffee) while surrounded by azulejo tiles. Continue sightseeing as you ride your e-bike to seaside towns, browse local art, discover grottos and kayak in aquamarine waters. In your free time, enjoy a yoga class, visit a spa or sip a glass of Port wine in one of the many beach towns we pass through on our tour or try an olive oil or wine tasting.
Azores Multi-Adventure Tour
If you have never heard of the Azores, it’s time to discover these islands. Many people call this region the Hawaii of Europe—volcanoes, waterfalls, surfing, coastal villages and tropical fruits . . . it’s easy to see where people see the similarities. But this archipelago deserves to be in a class of its own.
Volcanic lagoons, whale sightings and soaking in geothermal waters are just some of the aspects of São Miguel (the largest and most diverse island in the Azores) you will enjoy on your trip! One of our favorite stops on our Azores Multi-Adventure Tour is the incredible Boca do Inferno viewpoint on our Sete Cidades volcano hike. The natural beauty of this powerful chasm will capture your attention as you watch the waves crash in and out.
A Taste of Camino de Santiago across Portugal and Spain
Want to expand your Portugal adventure into the rest of the Iberian Peninsula? On our Taste of Camino de Santiago Multi-Adventure Tour, you’ll start in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Porto, then make your way across the border into Spain and see two countries in one trip. Dine on local seafood, kayak the Minho River and relax on the beach at a Spanish national park. Cap it all off with a guided tour of the historic Santiago de Compostela and see why pilgrims have flocked here for centuries.
Want More Portugal?
We offer Biking and Walking & Hiking Portugal tours, as well as river cruises through the Douro Valley! You can even venture farther into the Atlantic to the island of Madeira. Whether you’re a first-time traveler to Portugal or you have plenty of Portugal travel experience, you’re sure to have a great trip when you travel with Backroads, so make sure to check out all of our Portugal adventure tours to see which is right for you!
