Here is our range of independent walking holidays in Portugal
Our independent walking holidays in Portugal give you maximum flexibility as you are free to travel at your own pace: choose when and where to stop for lunch, and plan the day around your own personal agenda. Choose from the Portuguese mainland or independent walking on Madeira.
Click on the 'View Holiday' button for further details on any independent walking holiday in Portugal. Also take a look at our activities section for further information about how our independent walking holidays work, or see our Portugal page for further information about our holidays in Portugal.
Perfect for year-round walking, the floating garden of Madeira is a paradise of tropical flowers, exotic birds and trees, romantic gorges and emerald seas. Staying in a luxury 5 star hotel and car hire provided ensures you see the best the island has to offer.
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São Miguel, the largest island in the archipelago has been called ‘The Green Island’ with its lush landscapes, rolling, verdant hillsides, candy-coloured hydrangeas and hot pink azaleas contrasting with the deep blue of the ocean.
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Rota Vicentina is spreading throughout the magnificent region of the Alentejo and Vicentine coast and the coastal trails are truly breathtaking.
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Perfect for year-round walking, the floating garden of Madeira is a paradise of tropical flowers, exotic birds and trees, romantic gorges and emerald seas. Luxury 4 and 5 star hotels throughout provide exquisite local cuisine with possibility of sampling the island's famous full-bodied wine.
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A walking discovery allowing you to see the best of the unspoilt Western Algarve region. The lush flora and diverse fauna of the Algarvian hinterland compliment the dramatic seascape scenery of the Atlantic coastline perfectly. Hotels are a brilliant mix of rustic charm and stylish grandeur, serving the best of local Portuguese cuisine.
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Based for 7 nights in Funchal in a choice of 3* or 4* accommodation, head out each day using public transport to explore this fascinating island, walking along levadas discovering the array of flora and fauna.
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From your base in Viana do Castelo, one of the most beautiful cities in Northern Portugal, head out each day to walk along rivers, along the coast and in the nearby Serra de Arga mountain range.
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Marked by the intense green of its fields and vineyards, the Minho regions' natural landscape is one of enormous beauty and biodiversity. Head from the mountains to the coast on this 7 night holiday.
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Walking along the Rota Vicentina from two extraordinary Portuguese regions, Alentejo's serene ambiance with the only coastal stretch of Algarve that remains truly genuine and wild.
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Discover the entirety of Portugal's Algarve, from the rugged cliff-strewn western Atlantic coastline to its eastern border with Spain. Embark on a journey through the undiscovered parts of the region where pretty whitewashed villages and lively towns intermingle with a mix of stunning scenery.
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Sample the world-class wine and local produce, discover an ancient castle, delightful forests, historical towns, and beautiful beaches overlooking the Atlantic Ocean as you meander across Northern Portugal.
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On the south Fishermen’s great coastal trail, walk by the sea, follows the paths used by the locals to access the beaches and fishing grounds. This trail is longing the cliffs, with breath-taking views and some truly memorable moments.
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Discover the South-West corner of the Algarve on our self-guided walk following coastal footpaths and inland trails.
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Explore 5 of the 9 islands of the Azores archipelago, a scenically varied area to explore, with each island having its own characteristics, from steep craters to abundant wildlife and sites of historical interest. Internal flights or ferries included.
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The Portuguese Camino de Santiago along the coast is one of the most unique and has been one of the main pilgrim routes to Santiago for centuries. Set out on a journey of discovery, not only of the country but of yourself as you follow in the footsteps of countless pilgrims and walkers.
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