Portugal Walking & Hiking Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
Portugal Walking & Hiking Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
2025: May-Nov2026: Mar-Nov
Lisbon to Porto—Sintra & the Douro River Valley
Lindeza. It means "loveliness" in Portuguese. And it's the best way to describe what you'll see as you hike through enchanting Sintra and into the majestic Douro River Valley. Behold breathtaking scenery. Green hills rolling down to the dazzling Atlantic coast. Moorish castles and pastel palaces. Expansive views from high above the Douro River. Que lindeza—what loveliness.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in Sintra’s fairy-tale beauty—whimsical art, cobblestoned streets and old-world architecture against a backdrop of lush forest
- Walk the terraced hillsides of the Douro Valley as verdant landscapes become riverside villages and ancient Roman towns
- Wander the romantic gardens and colorfully painted rooms of Pena Palace, perched high on a hilltop overlooking Sintra
- Get to know the local culinary scene, a collection of hearty stews, delicate seafood dishes and sweet pastel de nata (custard tart)
StartLisbon
EndPorto
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
We start our journey in Lisbon, an ancient city experiencing a renaissance • On an epic hike, discover Sintra's fantastical landscape and architectural highlights • Follow a trail to Cabo da Roca, a pristine windswept cape and the most westerly spot in mainland Europe • Explore famed Pena Palace on foot and admire its Romantic design during a private tour • Complete a day of hiking with flavorful Portuguese cuisine and wines at our charming hideaway.
Nights 1-2
A former 18th-century palace, this elegant old-world hotel offers a resplendent atmosphere and views of the Sintra mountains and the Castle of the Moors. Massage services available. (pool)
Day 3
Hike along lush green paths and seaside trails as you make your way to Nazaré • Lunch at a fishing village renowned for hosting big wave surf competitions • Take a guided tour through Coimbra, a World Heritage town with a hallowed and historic university • Soak up the opulent atmosphere of our hotel and perhaps indulge in a spa treatment.
Night 3
Relax at this palatial Small Luxury Hotels of the World member where, according to medieval lore, an epic love once flourished. (pool, spa)
Days 4-6
Take in vistas of vast vineyards, farms and tiny stone hamlets • Hike through the rugged landscape of the Alto Douro along the banks of the stunning Douro River • Follow a historic trainline from the charming town of Amarante • Sample wines made from grapes grown at our hotel, an elegant building nestled in the vineyards • Hike on tranquil paths that hug the terraced slopes of the Vinho Verde Valley • On our last day together, explore the countryside and our hotel's spectacular grapevines.
Nights 4-5
Appropriately named and with impeccable hospitality, this beautiful hotel is designed to engage all your senses in Portugal's spectacular wine country. (pool, spa)
What's Included
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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. While the Premiere 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.
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 1-2
Premiere Hotel
A former 18th-century palace, this elegant old-world hotel offers a resplendent atmosphere and views of the Sintra mountains and the Castle of the Moors. Massage services available. (pool)
Night 3
Premiere Hotel
Relax at this palatial Small Luxury Hotels of the World member where, according to medieval lore, an epic love once flourished. (pool, spa)
Nights 4-5
Premiere Hotel
Appropriately named and with impeccable hospitality, this beautiful hotel is designed to engage all your senses in Portugal's spectacular wine country. (pool, spa)
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Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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