Portugal: Sintra, Evora & The Coast
7 Days
Starting From
$5,498
10 Days
Starting From
$6,898
per person, double occupancy
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Add an ExtensionAshen cliffs, whitewashed villages, and colorful palaces make southern Portugal a nice place to nest.
Atop a solitary rock pinnacle rising from the sea, a mama stork stands silhouetted against the crashing surf. All afternoon on this Portugal walking tour, you’ve shared her privileged perspective on the spectacular Atlantic coast. Surfers frolic in the waves offshore and fishermen bring in their catch as you walk past rugged headlands, golden sandy coves, and whitewashed seaside villages. North lie Sintra’s fairy-tale palaces, where you began the week; inland, the olive groves, megaliths, and Roman ruins of Évora. But right now, watching sunlight glint on the water, you’re looking forward to your lodgings for tonight, a historic 17th-century quinta. After a satisfying day on the trail, a dip in the pool couldn’t sound better.
Highlights
- Trek the Fishermen’s Trail, following pathways overlooking the deep blue waters of the Atlantic, scouting the cliffs for delicately positioned stork nests.
- Discover the fascinating history of Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage site, through the eyes (and stories) of your guide as you tour this cultural treasure.
- Step off the trail in Arrábida Nature Park to wine, dine, and relax in comfort at a 17th-century wine estate.
- Find fossilized dinosaur footprints during a coastal hike at Espichel Cape.
Accommodations
Linger Longer with a Tour Extension

2021 Pre-Tour Extension - Lisbon
- Two nights at the Hotel Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade (October 4-10, 2021 Heritage Avenida Liberdade Hotel
- Small-group airport and hotel transfers
- Two breakfasts
2 Nights From $548
per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $448
Begin your adventure by departing from a convenient gateway city in the United States or Canada. Spend your first night aloft.
Upon arrival at Lisbon’s Portela Airport (also known as Huberto Delgado Airport), a representative holding a Country Walkers sign will meet you as you exit the baggage claim area. A complimentary small-group transfer will be provided to your Lisbon hotel, approximately 30-40 minutes away. The remainder of the day is at your leisure (no meals included).
If you are going to be delayed meeting our transfer representative for more than 15 minutes due to delayed or lost luggage, please contact our local partners at the following (Spanish) mobile number +34 647 751 105 to advise of your delay, and they will contact our transfer service on your behalf. Our drivers are generally able to wait for up to 45 minutes from the time your flight lands, after which you would be responsible for your own transfer.
Please note: If you arrive early, and your hotel room is not available prior to the designated check-in time, you may store your luggage with the reception desk.
Country Walkers provides City Information including recommendations for what to see and do in Lisbon during your stay.
Accommodation: Hotel Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade, Lisbon
Portugal’s vibrant capital, with its grand plazas and hilly terrain, offers both beautiful vistas and cultural treats. Castelo de São Jorge, once the site of a former Moorish residence, is a historical wonder, as is the Torre de Belém—a fortress on the Tejo (Tagus River), also a UNESCO World Heritage site. The quirky National Coach Museum displays ornate horse carriages along with the stories of their royal occupants. The Gulbenkian Museum’s collection of Old Masters and Impressionist art is a rewarding stop, as is the beautiful St. Jerome Monastery, built to celebrate Vasco da Gama’s discovery of a sea route to India in 1498. (Lunch and dinner are on your own.)
Accommodation: Hotel Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade, Lisbon
Included Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, continue your exploration of Lisbon. Perhaps you’ll visit the popular Lisbon Oceanarium, where you can view the wonders of the undersea world, or ride the iconic Tram 28, people-watching as you rattle past historical buildings. As your hotel is on the city’s main avenue, described as “Portugal’s Champs Élysées” you can plan out your days’ activities knowing that sights, restaurants, and shops are always close at hand. (Lunch and dinner are on your own.)
Accommodation: Hotel Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade, Lisbon
Included Meals: Breakfast
Expert Local Guides
Experience your destination like an insider with people who call it home.

Joao Tiago Roda Barra
João Tiago Roda Barra was born and raised in Portugal but his passion for other cultures and a love of the outdoors has led to many adventures traveling throughout Europe to such places as Spain, France, Italy, and the United Kingdom. He always includes rock climbing as part of these trips, having learned to climb as a teenager. He also enjoys cycling, hiking, and photography and has worked as a biking and walking guide since 2008.

Jose Carrilho
José Carrilho was born, raised, and still lives in Lisbon and worked his way through college as a kayak instructor, eventually receiving a degree in Tourism. When the travel agency he worked at closed in 2011, he took the opportunity to travel around the world spending 10 months surfing and diving with many new friends from many different countries. He also did volunteer work in Peru before returning to Portugal and becoming a guide in 2013. He still loves to kayak, surf, dive, and travel but he is most passionate about guiding because it allows him to show off his beautiful native country, being especially intrigued with its nature and culture.

Pedro Rodrigues
Pedro Rodrigues was born in Lisbon and developed a love of travelling from a very young age, leading him to learn multiple languages as well as a degree in Tourism Management. Working with Emirates Airlines, he had a chance to visit more than 90 countries and 145 cities worldwide over the course of just a few years. Now it’s Portugal’s endless valleys and stunning coastline scenery that keeps Pedro close to home, where he finds joy in sharing with guests from around the world all that his home country has to offer.

Luis Soares
Luis Soares was born and raised in Portugal and has travelled extensively throughout South America and Africa, including spending a year working in city planning in Angola, a former Portuguese colony. Luis has a special interest in geography and has worked in various aspects of tourism outside of guiding. When not out in nature showing off his native country, you can find Luis enjoying a good book or running trails near his home.