Portugal's Algarve & Alentejo Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
Portugal's Algarve & Alentejo Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
2025: Jun-Aug2026: May-Aug
Sun-Kissed Vineyards & Golden Beaches
Adventure with your family from Portugal’s Alentejo region to its golden coastline. Warm beaches and sun-drenched landscapes. Windswept cliffs and sparkling seas. This is the good life.
Highlights
- Walk along rugged Costa Vicentina and take in "pinch-me-I'm-dreaming" views of the Atlantic
- Bike past Iberian pastures, olive groves and cork forests in Portugal’s agricultural heart
- Sample the region’s finest flavors as you taste fresh seafood, local olive oil and Portugal’s unique wines
- Visit Comporta, a region full of rice paddies, undulating sand dunes and bohemian hideaways
- Paddle peaceful waters, meet local surfers and soak up the sun on sandy beaches in Portugal's central coast
Start/End Lisbon
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-3
Meet in stylish Lisbon • Journey toward the Alentejo, known for its golden grasslands, olive groves and sprawling cork oak forests • Bike through the Serra de Grândola on an easygoing ride past tree-lined streets to reach views of the shimmering Atlantic • Kids venture out on their own for a horseback riding adventure along the beach • Meanwhile, adults pedal through sand dunes and cork forests • Lunch at a local adega, a Portuguese wine house • Catch a wave at a beginner's surf class • Unwind at our sumptuous getaway, surrounded by acres of trees and green rice paddies • Cycle serene rural landscapes • Kids enjoy outdoor adventures and creamy gelato with their Kids Adventure Leader.
Nights 1-3
This extraordinary wellness resort was designed by Portuguese architect Miguel Câncio Martins whose dedication to honoring traditional structures and the natural environment is matched only by his keen eye for detail. A Small Luxury Hotels of the World member. (pool, spa)
Days 4-6
Set off on rugged cliffside trails in Costa Vicentina • Follow winding paths on wide bluffs towards unspoiled beaches and crashing waves • Don't forget to bring a bathing suit—if the weather is right, this is the perfect place for an impromptu family dip! • Enjoy a seafood lunch in the fishing village of Arrifana • Hike past Ponta de Piedade—a striking set of pale triangular-shaped cliff formations • Admire Lagos' baroque church • Weave through breathtaking grottoes and honey-hued rocks as you kayak among the Algarve caves • Relax and dine together with a festive farewell meal at our hotel • Walk a lovely trail in the natural park of Costa Vicentina on your final morning in Portugal.
Nights 4-5
Nestled in a breathtaking landscape that stretches from a plateau to the ocean, this nature-inspired refuge is the perfect place to rejuvenate. (pool, spa)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
The slower pace, relaxed approach to life and old-world qualities in Portugal are some of the highlights of this spectacular region and are reflected in the hotels and restaurants on this trip. That said, service can lack a sense of urgency when compared with the service found in other parts of Europe. Additionally, while the hotels we’ve chosen are some of the finest in the country, they may seem a bit simpler than the Backroads European standard. The same can be said for Portuguese cuisine, which is traditionally a celebration of local flavors but is also bit more rustic than other places we visit in Europe.
Due to variable ocean tides and weather conditions, the day and time of activities may vary somewhat by departure. Rarely, an activity may be canceled because of bad weather and/or conditions. If this is the case, your leaders will have alternative options planned.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-3
Premiere Hotel
This extraordinary wellness resort was designed by Portuguese architect Miguel Câncio Martins whose dedication to honoring traditional structures and the natural environment is matched only by his keen eye for detail. A Small Luxury Hotels of the World member. (pool, spa)
Nights 4-5
Premiere Hotel
Nestled in a breathtaking landscape that stretches from a plateau to the ocean, this nature-inspired refuge is the perfect place to rejuvenate. (pool, spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Redesigned for 2024
- Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Included in your trip price
- Backroads is the only travel company to manufacture it's own line of kid's bikes.
- Features smaller wheels -- the perfect choice for kids.
- On our Family Trips, you'll find 20"" and 24"" bikes.
Included in your trip price
- For children up to 85 pounds
- Attaches to an adult bike with your child providing some of the pedal power for a real team effort!
- Ideal for kids who aren't yet ready for bike touring.
- Cannot be pulled by an e-bike.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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