Atlantic Coast of Portugal walking & Hiking tour

Atlantic Coast of Portugal walking & Hiking tour

Visit the North of Portugal walking in the coast seeing the beautiful beaches and historical city´s

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  • 8 Days
  • Distance: 84 km
  • Easy
  • Closest Airport: Aeroporto Sá Carneiro
  • Min Age: 15

Atlantic Coast of Portugal walking & Hiking tour

Visit the North of Portugal walking in the coast seeing the beautiful beaches and historical city´s

The coast of the Atlantic Ocean is one the best areas to walk on and, at the same time, enjoy the beautiful beaches and the history that the northern towns have to offer. Start this tour in one of the most important cities in Europe, the city of Porto. This town is classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site (1996) and it is also been given the title of European Capital of Culture (2001). Along this journey you will find several picturesque villages and monuments, still preserved to this day, mixing it up with long beaches and forests. Enjoy your meals and try the famous Codfish or Seabass, accompanied by the famous Port Wine.

Route description:

  • The first 3 days are flat on walking paths and paved streets
  • The forth day is flat with some hills
  • The last 2 days are completely flat
  • The path consists of paved streets and boardwalks for most of the time

Itinerary:

  • Day 1: Porto arrival
  • Day 2: Porto transfer to Póvoa de Varzim - Apúlia: 15 km
  • Day 3: Apúlia – Esposende: 16 km
  • Day 4: Esposende – Castelo de Neiva: 14 km
  • Day 5: Castelo de Neiva – Viana do Castelo: 14 km
  • Day 6: Viana do Castelo – Vila Praia de Âncora: 19 km
  • Day 7: Vila Praia de Âncora - Caminha: 8 km
  • Day 8: departure

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Itinerary

  1. Day 1: **Day 1: Porto arrival**

    Hotel 4*: Trindade Hotel

  2. Day 2: **Day 2: Porto transfer to Póvoa de Varzim → Apúlia: 15 km**

    The first day starts in the city of Póvoa de Varzim and goes near the coast following the Caminho de Santiago Português da Costa. This day is flat, mixing coastal boardwalks with dirt terrains. Prepare to see beautiful beaches and also farming fields. Upon reaching the village of Apúlia, enjoy some of the delicious food that this town has to offer, like fresh sardines or octopus rice.

    Hotel 4*: Apúlia Praia Hotel

  3. Day 3: **Day 3: Apúlia → Esposende: 16 km**

    The second day of this walk tour, continues on flat terrain with paved roads. Take the opportunity to visit the Parish Church of Fão, a place of devotion for most pilgrims. Upon reaching Esposende and before going to the hotel, there is another place to take a look at, the Castro de São Lourenço. By climbing the mountain of Castro Lourenço you can see a fortified settlement, in which were found traces that go back to the century IV BC.

    Hotel 3*: Suave Mar

  4. Day 4: **Day 4: Esposende → Castelo de Neiva: 14 km**

    On this route of 14 km the walking tour starts near the coast line, with paved roads and enjoying the beautiful beaches that the north of Portugal has to offer. The final destination is Castelo de Neiva. This is a city that dates back to the Iron Age, being later on, in the I and II centuries BC, Romanized. It is a must to visit the local Church that is very important to all the pilgrims that go to Santiago.

    Farm: Quinta do Monteverde

  5. Day 5: **Day 5: Castelo de Neiva → Viana do Castelo: 14 km**

    Leaving Castelo de Neiva in order to get to Viana do Castelo, you will find a route with several ups and downs until your final destination. Prepare to admire the surroundings with a lot of natural landscape. Halfway you might notice the chapel of Senhora do Castro. In the same area there is a sightseeing viewpoint that captures the beautiful mountainous landscape. While in Viana do Castelo you can visit the Cathedral and the Santa Lúzia Sanctuary.

    Hotel 4*: Melo Alvim

  6. Day 6: **Day 6: Viana do Castelo → Vila Praia de Âncora: 19 km**

    Nearly nineteen kilometers separate Viana and Vila Praia de Âncora. The walk itself is flat, done mainly on dirt paths and cobblestone roads. It conveys a naturalistic feeling, being most of the walk done in a not so urbanized coast, like in the previous one. Some of the areas that might spark your interest during the day are the several forts and windmills you will find along the way, the lighthouse of Montedor and the Dolmen of Barrosa in Vila Praia de Âncora.

    Hotel 4*: Hotel Meira

  7. Day 7: **Day 7: Vila Praia de Âncora → Caminha: 8 km**

    Continuing along the coast and keeping the same type of low land terrain, the walk today gets to the heart of the river that divides Portugal and Spain in their northernmost frontier. This is an easy walk, short in distance and elevation. Spain can already be seen in the previous walk, however today, it is clearly visible in a mountain which looks most like a volcano. Once in Caminha, try the Portuguese fishes, with sardines or roasted codfish.

    Hotel 4*: Portas do Sol

  8. Day 8: **Day 8: departure**

Price

What's included

Self Guided Hiking tour

€1,085.00
Accommodations W/ BreakfastYes (4 stars, farms or rural houses)
Luggage shuttling
Porto Airport Transfers
Trains or Bus Tickets Back to Porto
Van Support
Roadbook + Briefing
GPS With route per booking
Bag and water bottle
T-shirt
Guide
6 light Picnics
6 Dinners
Personal Accident Insurance
Liability Insurance
Min. Participants1 Pax
7 Nights / 8 DaysPrice per person
* Low season1.085€
* Regular season1.185€
* High Season1.285€
* Summer Season1.335€

Guided Hiking tour

€1,559.00
Accommodations W/ BreakfastYes (4 stars, farms or rural houses)
Luggage shuttling
Porto Airport Transfers
Trains or Bus Tickets Back to Porto
Van Support
Roadbook + Briefing
GPS With route per booking
Bag and water bottle
T-shirt
Guide
6 light Picnics
6 Dinners
Personal Accident Insurance
Liability Insurance
Min. Participants8 Pax
7 Nights / 8 DaysPrice per person
* Low season1.559€
* Regular season1.659€
* High Season1.759€
* Summer Season1.809€

Guided Hiking tour Plus

€2,213.00
Accommodations W/ BreakfastYes (4 stars, farms or rural houses)
Luggage shuttling
Porto Airport Transfers
Trains or Bus Tickets Back to Porto
Van Support
Roadbook + Briefing
GPS With route per booking
Bag and water bottle
T-shirt
Guide
6 light Picnics6 Lunches
6 Dinners
Personal Accident Insurance
Liability Insurance
Min. Participants8 Pax
7 Nights / 8 DaysPrice per person
* Low season2.213€
* Regular season2.313€
* High Season2.413€
* Summer Season2.463€

Season:

  • LS - Low season: Nov 01 to Mar 25
  • RS - Regular season: Mar 26 to 25 Jun and Set 26 to 31 Oct
  • HS - High Season: Set 01 to 25 Set
  • SS - Summer Season: Jun 26 to August 30

Observations:

  • Prices are based for 2 people sharing the same room;
  • Sea view (when available) or premium rooms, price on request;
  • Prices can suffer updates due high season, holidays or weekends
  • Beverages are not included at lunch and dinner when included in the package
  • If in a triple room with parents Children up to 10 years old - 35% discount. Children from 11 to 14 years old - 20% discount. Children from 15 to 17 years old - 15% discount.

Extras

  • Solo traveler: 200 €
  • Single supplement: LS: 300€, RS: 329€, HS: 360€, SS.390€
  • Extra nights: on request
  • Private group price on request
  • City taxes is not included in the price package (approximately 2€ per person per night - payable on site - in Lisbon city tax is 4€ per person per night)
  • Ferry (boat) in river / lake crossing is not included in price package (approximately 2€ to 10€ per person)

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Faq

We provide special attention to the welfare of our customers by maintaining an appropriate pace during guided tours, allowing you to enjoy the scenery and the way of life of the Portuguese.

Each day's ride ends in the afternoon, giving you time to relax before the next gastronomic experience, where you can taste regional flavors. We aim to provide an exceptional adventure with a little extra spice.

We offer the following types of walking tours: Self-Guided Tour Guided Tours Guided Tour Plus

The Self-Guided Tour includes: airport transfers Hotel bookings with breakfast included GPS with route Light picnics Daily luggage transfer to the next hotel Transfer from the destination back to the start point

The Guided Tours include: includes everything described in the self –Guided tours Guide and support van for the walking tour Water, snacks, and transport for any dropouts Organized lunches and dinners for the group

The Guided Tour Plus includes everything described in the Guided Tours, plus daily lunches and dinners featuring typical dishes of the Portuguese regions.

Our route classifications are as follows: Easy (1/5): Mostly flat terrain with daily distances up to 15 km. Easy to Moderate (2/5): Mostly flat terrain with daily distances between 15 km and 25 km, with short climbs up to 20% of the route. Suitable for inexperienced hikers with some fitness preparation. Moderate (3/5): Terrain can be dirt roads or trails, mostly flat with daily distances between 15 km and 25 km, with some climbs up to 40% of the route. Suitable for walkers with fitness preparation. Moderate to Hard (4/5): Terrain can be dirt roads or trails, with daily distances between 15 km and 25 km and moderate climbs up to 60% of the route. Suitable for hikers with fitness preparation who want to challenge themselves. Hard (5/5): Terrain can be dirt roads or trails, with daily distances between 15 km and 30 km and strong climbs up to 60% of the route. Suitable for experienced hikers.

Guided tours are available in Portuguese, and English.

Liability insurance and personal accident insurance are included only in guided tours. We recommend all participants to ensure their Travel Insurance has adequate coverage for Cancellation and Refund, Luggage, Medical Expenses and Repatriation, Death and Permanent Disability.

To ensure you're well-prepared for a hiking experience, we recommend the following gear and clothing. Note that we provide a cycling jersey and bib shorts for all our guests. General Clothing: Bathing suit and sandals Walking shoes/sandals Evening and casual wear Walking Gear: Walking sticks (available upon request) Different pairs of walking socks Walking backpack (available upon request) Walking shoes

Booking a tour with Top Wlaking Tours Portugal is simple and straightforward. Start by visiting our website and browsing through our diverse range of tour packages. Once you've selected the perfect tour for you, reach out to us directly via our contact form or email. Our team is ready to provide you with all the information you need and assist you in finalizing your booking.

The proposal is valid for 30 days.

No, city taxes are not included and are payable on site. The approximate cost is €1 or €2 per person per night. In Lisbon, the city tax is €4 per person per night, and in Porto, it is €3 per person per night.

No, with a proposal, nothing is confirmed until accommodations are reserved and a deposit is requested.

Yes, transfers are included for extra nights booked at the beginning of the tour, as long as the nights are booked through us.

No, transfers are not included for extra nights booked at the end of the tour.

Each person is entitled to one bag for luggage transfer. If you need to transfer additional bags, an extra charge of approximately €100 per bag will apply, depending on the specific bicycle tour you choose.

After confirming the proposal, accommodations will be reserved. Once all accommodations are reserved, the tour will be confirmed, and a deposit will be requested.

No, services not used are not refunded.

Someone will be at Porto airport with a card displaying the "Top Bike Tours Portugal" logo and/or your name.

For tours starting in Figueira da Foz, Lisbon, or Évora, look for meeting point 3 at Lisbon airport. There will be a card with your name for your transfer.

Yes, you can postpone a tour with Top Walking Tours Portugal. We offer flexibility in our booking policies, allowing you to postpone your walking tour free of charge up to 30 days before the start date, no questions asked. This provides you with the convenience to adjust your plans if needed. Click our full cancellation policy.

At Top Walking Tours Portugal, we offer a variety of payment methods to ensure a convenient and secure booking experience for our customers. We accept the following payment methods: Bank Transfers: Direct bank transfers are accepted, and no fees will be charged. Flywire: We are pleased to offer Flywire as a payment option, providing secure and convenient international payments. Please note that a 2% fee applies for this option. The payment link will be provided once Top Walking Tours Portugal confirms your tour.

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