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Sintra: Jeep Safari, Sunset Hike, and Tapas at the Beach

1. Sintra: Jeep Safari, Sunset Hike, and Tapas at the Beach

Set off from the meeting point in a convertible Jeep and enjoy great views of the sights and palaces of Sintra as you drive through the town. Head off-road down an unmarked trail and you will reach the westernmost point of continental Europe – the incredible cliffs of Cabo da Roca. Here you’ll start to see the sun going down. From here you begin the hike down to the secret beach It’s a steep route with some twists and turns, but after a half-hour walk you’ll reach the soft, golden sand. Relax on the beach and enjoy some traditional Portuguese ‘petiscos’ (tapas) such as cheese, chouriço, bread, and more. Take a swim in the Atlantic Ocean, or sit back on the beach with a couple of glasses of wine and enjoy the stunning sunset over the ocean.

Portinho da Arrábida: Coasteering Trip

2. Portinho da Arrábida: Coasteering Trip

Coasteering is a multi-activity that uses various sports modalities such as trekking, climbing, swimming, abseiling, caving and many jumps into the water. The coasteering circuit is located in one of the most extraordinary places, on the border between the Arrábida Mountain Nature Park and the Luiz Saldanha Marine Park, with its crystalline green waters. Venture into one of the most beautiful places in Portugal and enjoy a fun day full of activities.

Lisbon: Arrábida Snorkeling Adventure

3. Lisbon: Arrábida Snorkeling Adventure

Discover Arrábida, a magical place with breathtaking seas, sky, and mountains. See the Arrábida mountain's most beautiful high coastal cliffs along a calm and crystal blue sea. It is a place of high contrasts, with a very rich geological, ecological and cultural heritage linked with agriculture, fishing and cuisine.  Your 5-hour package includes snorkeling in the Arrábida waters, sightseeing and a trek through the mountains, or over the shadows of its valleys and peaks. Along the coastline several beaches await for you, with fine, warm sand, bathed by the Atlantic Ocean. Through the green vegetation of the Natural Park, there are clearings that unveil unique perspectives of the beaches and the sea. Experience all this in one day, and take the opportunity to dive into the amazing waters and discover the wildlife that is part of the beautiful coastline.

Hiking Tour Along the West Coastline

4. Hiking Tour Along the West Coastline

Your exciting day will begin with you being picked up from your hotel in Lisbon before being transported to the start point of the hike, around a half-hour drive away. The entire hike is along the gorgeous Lisbon coast and starts at the remote beach of Bicas, famous among surfers of big waves. You will follow a trail well-trodden path lined with arrows and you will stop at many stunning remote beaches along the way. On the second part of the hike, you will follow a flat surface that extends from the plateau to the west. There are some fascinating vegetation and wildlife to take in along the way and some fossil remains including ancient dinosaur footprints. Stop to take in the incredible flowers and spot some birds and cetaceans. At the end of the hike, you will be taken back to your hotel.

Lisbon: Hiking in Arrábida Natural Park

5. Lisbon: Hiking in Arrábida Natural Park

These walking tours are a great way to explore the Arrábida Natural Park. Your guide will be a local who knows this region extremely well. They will help you discover it’s hidden secrets, while providing information about the local biodiversity, geology, history, culture and much more. The half-day hiking tour in Arrábida has between 6 to 8 kilometers and a maximum ascents/descents of approximately 130 meters. With a medium difficulty level, they are entirely made in the Arrábida Natural Park which is a mountain that rises above one of the most beautiful Portuguese coastlines and one of the most beautiful natural protected areas of the Lisbon region. The objective of this tour is to provide you with an activity where you can feel the mountain and the sea, in perfect harmony.

Espichel Cape and Hell Beach 4x4 Jeep Tour

6. Espichel Cape and Hell Beach 4x4 Jeep Tour

After being picked up from your hotel, climb aboard a classic Jeep Cabrio 4x4 vehicle and begin your tour of the remote corners of the Espichel Cape. Visit a rare example of a monumental sanctuary for pilgrims in a unique religious architectural complex. See dinosaur footprints located on the north escarpment of the cape. The footprints are fossilized tracks left by sauropods and theropods about 150 million years ago. Get back in the Jeep and drive to the southern area of the cape to discover and explore wild and magnificent beaches. Take a short hike to the Hell beach, a sandy beach located in front of an imposing vertical rock that protrudes from the cliff. Enjoy the fantastic views from the top. Enjoy a delicious snack prepared by the team. In summer, swim in the calm blue waters. At the end of the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel.

Sintra: Half Day Jeep Safari

7. Sintra: Half Day Jeep Safari

Begin the tour with a complimentary pick-up from your hotel on the Estoril Coast and climb into a 4x4 Jeep. Listen to a quick briefing of what to expect from your half-day tour, then set off on the adventure. Select the private option for an even more personalized experience.  First, drive to the Sintra Mountain to enjoy breathtaking views of the coastline and the Atlantic Ocean. Get to know the interior of Sintra Forest as you hike along unique trails. Then, stop at the westernmost point of continental Europe, Cabo da Roca. Make a final stop to see the emblematic Peninha Sanctuary.  Finally, enjoy some free time to explore the historical city center of Sintra at your own pace. End the journey with return transport back to your hotel.

From Sesimbra: Hiking to Highest Limestone Cliff in Europe

8. From Sesimbra: Hiking to Highest Limestone Cliff in Europe

This hiking experience involves a relatively long route (12.7 km), with a medium-high difficulty level. This tour is a truly wild adventure with an average duration of 7 hours. After the transfer from your accommodation, the hike begins in the remote village of Pedreiras, located at the base of Mount Arrábida. The landscape is full of magnificent bushes and oak trees that surround you as you walk. You will head towards the cliff slope via zig-zagging paths through the middle of dense vegetation. When you reach the top of the Mountain, the sea will suddenly appear. This is the highest cliff in continental Europe and is an excellent place to rest and admire the surrounding landscape.

From Sesimbra: Hiking Tour of Arrábida Mountain

9. From Sesimbra: Hiking Tour of Arrábida Mountain

Discover the beauty of the Arrábida Mountain and its surroundings on this beautiful hike. Learn about the Arrábida flora and fauna from your specialist local guide and explore the various vegetation that grows there. Zigzag through the pathways of plants as you head to the top of the mountain (501 m) and marvel at the amazing view. Snap a photo from the summit of the Arrábida as you overlook one of the most beautiful areas in the Mediterranean.  From the top, gaze at the stunning panoramic views of the Setúbal Peninsula, Serra do Risco, and the coastline of Lisbon.

Sintra and the Amazing Dream Villages Tour

10. Sintra and the Amazing Dream Villages Tour

In a quiet environment a few minutes from the capital, explore a great selection of the best villages near Sintra. The fact that these villages continue to have unusual life habits, they recreate the way of life of Portugal's ancestors, preserved through smells, colors, and traditions. Visit the charming Azenhas do Mar, a village that has become one of the most famous Portuguese tourist spots. Discover the village of Penedo, perched high on a hillside still home to traditional houses. Walk along its steep and winding streets and alleys. It is a treasure of the traditional architecture of the saloia region. Visit secret villages where you will feel like you are in an open-air museum, where the way of life of Portugal's ancestors is preserved. Travel back in time in the village of José Franco. Get to know a local man's dream that recreated a village of ethnographic character, a testimony to the way of life of the ancient local people.

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4.9 / 5

based on 8 reviews

This is an amazing experience for travellers with an adventurous mindset who was an off the beaten path experience. Andre is a great guide with a comprehensive understand of the flora and fauna of his country. He is also the only tour operator that offers this specific experience. It is not a traditional group tour, it is a more personal and focused activity, and the area we went to on the east coast is not overflowing with tourists, it is a hidden gem that should not be missed. The hike itself is fairly flat, but there are steep and uneven sections that you will need to be careful on. The views are second to none, and you will not find a similar experience elsewhere in and around Lisbon.

Our hike along the west coast line was spectacular. André our tour guide was very knowledgeable of the area, he was also very flexible & patient. We stopped in a small restaurant on the road - we had a great lunch highly recommend it. The best part at the end - André showed us his favorite beach where we took a very welcome & necessary deep into the beautiful crystal clear waters of the Atlantic ocean!

This was a truly amazing trip during which we got a full Portuguese experience in couple of hours! Awesome off-road jeep ride, hiking, sightseeing, wine and snacks on the beach, meeting people - this trip definitely exceeded our expectations. Martim was a great guide, very laid back and fun to spend time with. He kept on surprising us with new things on the agenda. You should definitely go!

Amazing Experience!!! The guides were very helpful. We had members who couldn’t swim and the guides were there to support and give confidence. We also had a member who had a minor injury and the care/response was second to none. Would definitely recommend and do it again!!

Absolutely incredible!!! A definite MUST when in Lisbon. We had so much fun and perfect weather the whole time. A perfect way to see some of the beautiful nature in Portugal.