Rota Vicentina
Along the fisherman's trail, following the wild Atlantic coast.
This quaint coastal town is renowned for its dreamlike beaches and historic city center.
Hotel example: HS Milfontes Beach
As you embark on the second day of your hiking journey, prepare to be greeted by stunning vistas over Vila Nova de Milfontes and the Mira River, gracefully merging with the sea in this enchanting region. Today's hike serves as a perfect introductory excursion, allowing you to relish the magnificent landscape to its fullest.
Hotel example: Almograve Beach Hostel
Tiny fishing villages, reddish sand dunes, the fragrance of pine forests, and over 20 species of birds nesting in the rugged cliffs transform this hike into a sensory adventure. In the evening, in the coastal town of Zambujeira do Mar, you'll listen to the melodic symphony of waves crashing high above the rugged Atlantic coastline.
Hotel example: Rosa dos Ventos
Following fisherman's paths, your journey leads along the shores of Alteirinhos, Carvalhal, Machados, and Amália beaches. On your way to Azenha do Mar, you'll come across an untouched fishing harbor. An awe-inspiring vista awaits you from Ponta em Branco, showcasing the beach of Odeceixe and the estuary of the Seixe River meeting the sea.
Hotel example: Altinho B&B/Casas do Moinho
Odeceixe – Aljezur
Along the Seixe River delta, you'll marvel at the biological diversity and relish in the fragrances of countless aromatic shrubs. Subsequently, you'll hike on the old fisherman's path, which is already part of the Algarve region, meandering through wetlands and coastal heathlands en route to Aljezur.
Hotel example: Vicentina Hotel
Aljezur – Vila do Bispo
During this exceptionally scenic stretch, you'll be treated to breathtaking panoramas, including the Barranco da Pena Furada gorge, imposing rock formations, and impressive beaches like Praia do Amado. Your journey along the coastal plateau will lead you to your overnight destination, Vila do Bispo.
Hotel example: Mira Sagres
From Vila do Bispo, your path leads to the southwestern tip of the European mainland, Cabo de Sao Vicente. A unique ambiance awaits you at the cliffside and the renowned lighthouse. Following the cliffs, your journey takes you to the well-known fishing village of Sagres.
Hotel example: Memmo Baleeira
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Immerse yourself in the allure of daily hikes featuring subtle elevation shifts, calling for a foundation of good stamina. These paths wind through enchanted hiking trails and sandy tracks, unveiling the secrets of dramatic cliffs and pristine wilderness.
| Season 1 09.02.2024 - 24.03.2024 28.10.2024 - 24.11.2024 Arrival Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday | Season 2 25.03.2024 - 26.05.2024 30.09.2024 - 27.10.2024 Arrival Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday | Season 3 27.05.2024 - 29.09.2024 Arrival Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday | |
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| Rota Vicentina, 8 days, PO-POWVS-8X | |||
| Base price | 679.00 | 789.00 | 879.00 |
| Surcharge single room | 399.00 | 399.00 | 399.00 |
Category: 3***-hotels, guesthouses and country houses
| Season 1 Feb 9, 2024 - Mar 24, 2024 Oct 28, 2024 - Nov 24, 2024 Arrival Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday | Season 2 Mar 25, 2024 - May 26, 2024 Sep 30, 2024 - Oct 27, 2024 Arrival Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday | Season 3 May 27, 2024 - Sep 29, 2024 Arrival Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday | |
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| Vila Nova de Milfontes | |||
| double room p.P. | 59.00 | 59.00 | 89.00 |
| Surcharge single room | 65.00 | 65.00 | 65.00 |
| Cabo de Sao Vicente/ Sagres | |||
| double room p.P. | 95.00 | 105.00 | 115.00 |
| Surcharge single room | 69.00 | 69.00 | 69.00 |
Included:
- Accommodation as already mentioned
- Breakfast
- Luggage transfer
- 1 Transfer Aljezur - Carrapateira
- Carefully elaborated route description
- Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English, French)
- App for Navigation and GPS-data
- Service hotline
Arrival / Departure:
- Lisbon or Faro airport, from there transfer to the train or bus station.
- From Lisbon (Sete Rios) by bus in approx. 3 hours to Vila Nova de Milfontes (www.rede-expressos.pt). Or by train (www.cp.pt) from Lisbon (Oriente) in about 2 hours, from Faro in about 1.5 hours to Funcheira (Garvão). From there by taxi in approx. 1 hour to Vila Nova de Milfontes, approx. EUR 50 per trip.
- Return by bus from Sagres to Lisbon in approx. 4 hours. By bus and train in approx. 3.5 hours to Faro.
Things to note:
- Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price
- Special dates on request
- Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!
