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Algarve Coastal Trails
Walk the Algarve Coast from Lagos to Cabo Sao Vicente, Portugal's most southwest point.
- Walking
- 7 days
from$2,295CAD pp
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Slower Adventures in Portugal
Why choose Slower Adventures in Portugal
Why Portugal Slower Adventures for self-guided travel
Shorter days
Shorter daily distances built for an easy-going pace, not a race between stops
Douro and Algarve
Extra time in riverside towns and villages across the Douro Valley and Algarve
Luggage transfers
Luggage transfers are arranged between stops where listed in your itinerary.
Handpicked stays
Handpicked guesthouses and small hotels chosen for character and comfort
Flexible dates
Flexible start dates so you travel when it suits you
Popular Slower Adventures in Portugal
PortugalAlgarve Cycling Short Break
Escape the crowds and discover the wild side of the Algarve by bike.
- Cycling
- 5 days
from$1,120CAD pp
PortugalAuthentic Algarve By Bike
Cycle along the coast of the Algarve, through charming towns and wild scenery.
- Cycling
- 8 days
from$2,465CAD pp
PortugalCycling Portugal's Atlantic Coast
Enjoy easy-going, flat cycling from Porto south along the rugged Atlantic coast.
- Cycling
- 7 days
from$1,855CAD pp
PortugalPorto & the Douro Valley
Explore vibrant Porto and walk through the golden rolling hills of the Douro River Valley.
- Walking
- 8 days
from$2,825CAD pp
PortugalAzores: Island Hopping
Explore the unique archipelago of the Azores on an island hopping adventure.
- Walking
- 8 days
from$3,100CAD pp
PortugalWalking Sintra to Cascais
Walk through the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, and discover palaces, castles and monasteries.
- Walking
- 5–7 days
from$1,640CAD pp
PortugalCycle from Minho to Porto
Trace the green Minho Valley from the Spanish border, south along the Atlantic coast to Porto.
- Cycling
- 8 days
from$2,690CAD pp
PortugalDouro Valley By Bike In Comfort
Cycle through one of oldest wine regions in the world, staying in elegant wine estates.
- Cycling
- 8 days
from$4,380CAD pp
Get to know Slower Adventures in Portugal
What makes a Slower Adventure different from a standard tour
Slower Adventures cover shorter daily distances and build in extra time to explore villages, markets, and local food along the way
When's the best time for a Slower Adventure in Portugal
Spring and early fall offer mild weather and fewer crowds, ideal for an easy-going pace on foot or by bike
Where will I stay
You'll stay in handpicked guesthouses, quintas, and small hotels chosen for character and their location on your route
How much walking or biking is involved each day
Daily distances are shorter than our standard trips, with routes graded so you know what to expect before you book
Are luggage transfers included
Luggage transfers are arranged between stops where listed in your itinerary.
Do I need to be very fit for a Slower Adventure
No - these trips are built for a relaxed, moderate pace and suit most active travelers
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