Portugal Historic Village Hiking

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Portugal Historic Village Hiking
Explore Iberian Europe's best-kept secret on this fascinating hiking tour through Portugal's picturesque countryside. Discover a land dotted with medieval castles and hilltop villages as you journey along Roman roads and ancient paths. Experience the old-world charm of Monsanto, where houses are wedged between giant boulders, and Sortelha with its walled fortress. Then head to the rugged Serra da Estrela Natural Park, where great hiking trails abound. End by taking in the haunting sounds of fado singers on a walking tour of Lisbon's old quarter. Feel the soul of Portugal as expert local guides bring the past and present to life.
  • Marvel at stunning views from a mountaintop castle overlooking "the most Portuguese village in Portugal"
  • Enjoy hikes through the Serra da Estrela National Park in the mountainous central massif
  • Take a walking tour of Lisbon, with its Gothic cathedrals, majestic monasteries, and narrow lanes

Minimum Age: 16
Interests
  • Adventure and Active
  • Educational and Learning
About MT Sobek
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This is where adventure travel began! Since our first Everest Base Camp trek in 1969, we’ve been connecting adventurers to the world through genuine, active and immersive experiences. We can’t think of anything more fulfilling than being outside and going deep into nature, exploring hidden places and getting to know local people. It’s what we love to do, so let us share it with you.

To feed your spirit of adventure, Mountain Travel Sobek offers a wide range of unique and perfectly paced itineraries led by incredible local guides. We keep groups small, usually fewer than 10 people, and seek out great food and characterful accommodations everywhere we go.

Beyond the seamless logistics and careful attention to detail, our aim is to create a space for truly special moments in unforgettable places.

We are the Adventure Company—come explore with us.
Sep 02, 2023 through
Sep 09, 2023
Aug 29, 2023 7:00 PM
7 Nights from
$4,495.00 (USD)
Per Person
Sep 30, 2023 through
Oct 07, 2023
Sep 26, 2023 7:00 PM
7 Nights from
$4,495.00 (USD)
Per Person
Mar 23, 2024 through
Mar 30, 2024
Mar 19, 2024 7:00 PM
7 Nights from
$4,495.00 (USD)
Per Person

Itinerary

Day Destination
1 Arrive in Lisbon
2 Journey to Salvaterra do Extremo & Hike to Monfortinho
3 Hike to the Villages of Idanha-a-Velha, Monsanto & Penha Garcia
4 Explore the Villages of Sortelha, Belmonte & Linhares da Beira
5 Hike in Serra da Estrela Natural Park
6 Visit the Village of Piodao & Arrive in Lousa
7 Leave Lousa & Enjoy Fado in Lisbon
8 Depart from Lisbon
Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.