8 days tour

Rota Vicentina Historical Way Alentejo

Rota Vicentina Historical Way Alentejo

This tour includes:

Meals

Breakfasts

Transport

ARRIVAL TRANSFER from LISBON or FARO to first Hotel DEPARTURE TRANSFER from last Hotel to LISBON or FARO

Others

PRE DEPARTURE INFORMATION PACK. (Travel Check list, General Travel Information about Portugal) WELCOME BRIEFING DIGITAL INFORMATION BOOK made available before Tour start. (Daily Information, Daily Maps, Restaurant recommendations, etc.) LUGGAGE TRANSFER from Hotel to Hotel on every day of the Tour. (depending on Hotel change) LOCAL SUPPORT NUMBER (Contact us during the Tour for any kind of question) NAVIGATION APP

Insurance

Liability and personal accidents INSURANCE

Accommodation

7 nights LODGING on double/twin room

Not included:

Guide

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Others

All non-mentioned Services or Activities Picnics Lunches Dinners Drinks Tips City Taxes **At some locations there might be a tourist tax (0-3โ‚ฌ per Person / Night). Payable only locally in cash

Flights

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Itinerary of your trip Rota Vicentina Historical Way Alentejo

  • Day 1 Arrival In Lisbon Or Faro
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrival In Lisbon Or Faro

      Welcome to Portugal! 

      Our guide will pick you up at the airport and transfer you to Santiago do 

      Cacรฉm, where you will be spending the next two nights. This is an 

      emblematic town which has stood here since 1186 and was the 

      birthplace of great Portuguese poets, musicians, painters and scientists 

      that departed to discover more of the world. Enjoy your stay and explore 

      the surroundings!

      Transfer from Lisbon โ€” 1:30 h 

      Transfer from Faro โ€” 1:45h 

  • Day 2 Hike From Santiago Do Cacรฉm To Monte Do Xisto
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Hike From Santiago Do Cacรฉm To Monte Do Xisto

      Ready to start your first day of adventure? 

      Santiago do Cacรฉm holds a strong connection with the pilgrimages to 

      Santiago de Compostela and so, it will be the starting point for our trip of 

      the Rota Vicentina. Choose between a shorter or longer hike. If you pick 

      the shorter way, our guide will transfer you a few kilometers ahead. The 

      path is mainly rural with beautiful trails that take you through cork and 

      oak forests. Enjoy the golden path, the infinite landscape and play with 

      the horizonsโ€™s perspectives. In the end of the day, enjoy a delicious meal 

      while recharging your batteries for tomorrow.

      Transfer 0:20h

      Hike 26 km | 13km 

      Elevation Gain + 400 m | + 200 m 

  • Day 3 Hike From Monte Do Xisto To Matinha
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Hike From Monte Do Xisto To Matinha

      Today, you will continue the delightful countryside route that will take you 

      through some small agricultural properties. 

      Soon, the dam of Campilhas will be visible as you make way. The dam 

      has supported a diverse ecosystem of fish, mammals, birds and insects 

      since 1954. You will also find a great contrast between the green fields 

      and the blue water. The guesthouse of Matinha is a unique and charming 

      place. Enjoy this little retreat and take some time to look at the dark night 

      sky dotted with stars.

      Hike 22 km | 12 km 

      Elevation Gain + 300 m | + 200 m 


  • Day 4 Hike From Matinha To Sรฃo Luรญs
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Hike From Matinha To Sรฃo Luรญs

      Make sure to take a powerful breakfast today, because you will be hiking 

      on one of the more hilly sections of the program, with long ascent 

      segments and harsh irregular terrain. 

      Halfway through the route, you will find Rocha de รgua dโ€™Alte. A beautiful 

      and unexpected waterfall that is located at the highest point of Alentejo. 

      You will also have some breath-taking views over the infinite plains. Listen 

      to the silence and let your imagination flow as a celebration of this 

      beautiful landscape.

      Hike 18 km 

      Elevation Gain + 400 m 

  • Day 5 Hike From Sรฃo Luรญs To Odemira
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Hike From Sรฃo Luรญs To Odemira

      Today, get ready to immerse yourself in a different and vibrant Alentejo 

      that will reveal itself before your eyes. 

      Start by choosing whether youโ€™d like a shorter or longer hike. If taking the 

      shorter option. Refreshing water streams and ponds along the way will 

      make for an interesting hike and if youโ€™d like to actually take a dip then 

      Pego das Pias will be the perfect place! An interesting factor is that 

      Ribeira do Torgal is one of the main protagonists in Portugal in terms of 

      valuable species. Later, when you arrive to Odemira, which is one of the 

      most coveted towns in Portuguese history, you might admire examples 

      and features of architecture and gastronomy that will make you 

      surrender to the simples pleasures of life.

      Hike 25 km | 16 km 

      Elevation Gain + 300 m | + 200 m

  • Day 6 Hike From Odemira To Sรฃo Teotรณnio
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Hike From Odemira To Sรฃo Teotรณnio

      The adventure will be starting close to the riverside, where if your lucky, 

      you might see an otter! 

      Similar to yesterday, today you have two options for your hike: a short, or 

      a long one. Choose which one you youโ€™d like to take and our guide will 

      transfer you to the hike starting point, accordingly. If youโ€™re feeling extra 

      energetic, skip the transfers and hike for 27km. Odemira is located in the 

      hydrographical basin of the Mira River, which follows the valley until the 

      Atlantic. While in the forest area, find strawberry and typical trees, such 

      as the Medronheiro (Arbutus Urnedo) which is famous for the strong spirit 

      that is made from it, known as รกgua ardente (fire water). You must try it! 

      You will find some in the next village right before your resting place for 

      today at Sรฃo Teotรณnio.

      Hike 23km | 19 km 

      Elevation Gain + 400 m | + 300 m

  • Day 7 Hike From Sรฃo Teotรณnio To Odeceixe
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Hike From Sรฃo Teotรณnio To Odeceixe

      Today, you will have a memorable hike along the inhospitable trails that 

      are covered with well-preserved native vegetation and the sound of the 

      crashing waves. 

      If youโ€™re still resting from yesterday, take the short route and go straight 

      to Odeceixe. If not, take the long way and pass by Odeceixe beach to 

      enjoy na astonishing view over the ocean, while you let your senses be 

      swept away by the scents of the aromatic herbs. You will cross the Seixe 

      River which is a significant moment considering the fact that the Alentejo 

      and Algarve regions are separated by it. Your accommodation for the 

      night will be in the wonderful village of Odeceixe. Walk around the village 

      center and meet the local people!

      Hike 19 km 

      Elevation Gain + 200 m 

  • Day 8 Departure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Departure

      Enjoy your last breakfast with a gorgeous ocean view as our splendid 

      program has come to an end. 

      We hope that the memories and experiences that we have created and 

      shared stay with you forever. Come back soon to discover some more of 

      Portugalโ€™s Nature Trails!

      Transfer to Lisbon โ€” 2:45 h 

      Transfer to Faro โ€” 1:30 h 

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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