Portugal Women's Walking & Hiking Tour

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6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

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Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

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Portugal Women's Walking & Hiking Tour

Women
Women
ALSO AVAILABLE FOR:
Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2025: Oct-Nov2026: Mar-Nov

From $5,099 - $5,399 /person

Lisbon to Porto—Sintra & the Douro River Valley

Green hills rolling down to the dazzling Atlantic coast. Romantic landscapes, Moorish castles and pastel palaces. Expansive views from high above the Douro River. Que lindeza—what loveliness. 

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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 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)
  • Gaze out at panoramic views from the top of the “Sitio” neighborhood in the famed fishing village of Nazaré
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Portugal

StartLisbon

EndPorto

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Wide shot of the National Palace of Pena.

Days 1-2

Description

Start your journey in Lisbon, an ancient city experiencing a renaissance • On a lovely trail, 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 • Complete a day of hiking with flavorful Portuguese cuisine and wines at our charming hideaway.

Accommodations

Nights 1-2

Pestana Cidadela Cascais
Cascais
Premiere Hotel

Overlooking the Cascais marina, the Pestana Citadela Cascais is part of a renovated 16th-century citadel complex, and stands out for its on-site art district, luxe spa and indoor pool with ocean views. (pool, spa) 

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Day 3

Description

Explore the impressive landscapes of Parque Natural das Serras de Aire e Candeeiros • Walk through a large protected area, home to grazing livestock, expansive green fields and quaint villages • After lunch, continue hiking through the hills or relax at our luxurious hotel, a part of the Mosteiro de Alcobaça World Heritage site. 

Accommodations

Night 3

Montebelo Mosteiro de Alcobaça Historic Hotel
Alcobaça
Premiere Hotel

Rest your head at a sumptuous hotel designed by architect Souto Moura and built inside of Mosteiro de Alcobaça, a World Heritage Site that stands as a masterpiece of Portuguese Gothic architecture. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Three women descending down a dirt path towards a beach

Days 4-6

Description

Visit seaside Nazaré and its lighthouse museum • Lunch overlooking this laid-back fishing village known for hosting big wave surf competitions • Admire sweeping views of the ocean from Nazaré’s highest neighborhood • Get to know the charming riverside village of Amarante and its quirky traditions • Hike on tranquil paths that hug the terraced slopes of the Douro River Valley • Eat with a local family at a quinta (farm) winery • Hop aboard a classic rabelo boat, where you have the chance to see the Douro River from a new perspective • A festive farewell dinner caps off our trip with a delectable finish. 

Accommodations

Nights 4-5

Casa da Calçada
Amarante
Premiere Hotel

This beautiful property in the Douro Valley is housed in a historic building of baroque design and grandeur with a 100-year-old garden and a private vineyard. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)

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World-Class Hotels

Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.

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Nights 1-2

Pestana Cidadela Cascais
Cascais

Premiere Hotel

Overlooking the Cascais marina, the Pestana Citadela Cascais is part of a renovated 16th-century citadel complex, and stands out for its on-site art district, luxe spa and indoor pool with ocean views. (pool, spa) 

Night 3

Montebelo Mosteiro de Alcobaça Historic Hotel
Alcobaça

Premiere Hotel

Rest your head at a sumptuous hotel designed by architect Souto Moura and built inside of Mosteiro de Alcobaça, a World Heritage Site that stands as a masterpiece of Portuguese Gothic architecture. (pool, spa)

Nights 4-5

Casa da Calçada
Amarante

Premiere Hotel

This beautiful property in the Douro Valley is housed in a historic building of baroque design and grandeur with a 100-year-old garden and a private vineyard. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)

From $5,099 /person

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An amazing trip with fun welcoming women

Submitted June 2025

By alene

From Camano Island

I was traveling alone for the first time. The other 12 women on the trip welcomed and included me throughout the trip. In fact, after the trip ended, 5 of us stayed on in Porto and took tours and meals together. Really wonderful women in the entire group, no duds! The hotels were exceptional in every way, getting even better each time we changed hotels. The walks were on the easy side for me, but I had such a nice time with all these women, that didn't matter as much.

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Stopping for snacks and drinks that our leaders always had prepared for us along the way.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Incredible trip

Submitted May 2025

By sue

From Lancaster pa

Fabulous fabulous trip, so fun with all women and our guides Lara and Irene were superior

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Portugal Women's Walking and Hiking Trip

Submitted November 2024

By PJ

From Oregon

The Portugal Hiking and Walking Trip was a trip of a lifetime. I want to take it again. Why not have two trips of a lifetime? The tour was thoughtfully orchestrated with kind, intelligent and fun loving guides. They set the tone of the experience. The properties we stayed in were luxurious and accommodated our every need. The pools and spas were each unique and special. Hikes were through the most scenic and historical of places. Imagine walking on a cobblestone road, hundreds of years old. Our guides informed us of the history, culture, and, folklore of each place. Our entire tour revolved around the finest cuisine, and the finest wines. We were served meals indigenous of each area we visited. It could not have been better.

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