Hiking · PORTUGAL

7 Guided Day Hikes in Portugal Worth Flying For

7 hikes  ·  from $40 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a walking friend: 7 guided day hikes in Portugal worth the money, each with its price, its length and the one thing to know before you commit.

PR1 Sunrise Pico do Arieiro Self-Guided Hiking Transfer - The 5:30 a.m. pickup and winding mountain ride
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PR1 Sunrise Pico do Arieiro Self-Guided Hiking Transfer

From Funchal: Ponta de São Lourenço/Caniçal Full-Day Hike - Getting from Funchal to the trailhead
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From Funchal: Ponta de São Lourenço/Caniçal Full-Day Hike

2.Ponta de São Lourenço/Caniçal Full-Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 262 reviews · 8 hours · from $50

Review of Madeira’s Ponta de São Lourenço hike from Funchal, with cliff views, swimming, transport details, guide tips, and honest value advice.

“it's our second tour with Rubi. She is great! We’ve done about 7 or 8 tours in Madeira, and almost all of them felt a bit rushed — not enough time to truly enjoy the scenery, take photos, or just pause and soak it all in. This tour was completely different. Everything was well-paced and comfortable, with enough time for breaks, taking in the views, and resting — especially important in the heat. We’re very grateful to our guide, Rubi, for that! Also, a tip: bring your swimsuits — you might need them!”

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Half-day Hike & Picnic with Dog Love in Porto's Mountains - Three hours among rivers, rocks, and old mines
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Half-day Hike & Picnic with Dog Love in Porto’s Mountains

3.Half-day Hike & Picnic with Dog Love in Porto’s Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $59

Escape Porto for a guided mountain hike, homemade picnic, river views, and friendly dog Shy in Serras do Porto Park.

“We had a great hike with Ricardo and Shai Just the perfect amount of strenuous with shady areas to cool us down We had a wonderful lunch with the most delicious hummus made by Ricardo It was nice getting away from the busy city of Porto”

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Sunrise Guided Hike PR1 Pico do Areeiro Pico Ruivo small group - Pickup from Funchal and Caniço before sunrise
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Sunrise Guided Hike PR1 Pico do Areeiro Pico Ruivo small group

4.Sunrise Guided Hike PR1 Pico do Areeiro Pico Ruivo small group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 133 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $120

Review of Madeira’s sunrise hike from Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo, with small groups, hotel pickup, guides, weather plans, and practical tips.

“Unfortunately, I fell sick at the last noment and coudl not do this hike, however, i had the best experience with the tour group. They are very kind and professional. Given we were too late in our communication, we could not cancel the booking. Later, we were offered to join another group on another sunrise hike in the island without any extra charge. It was also very very cool and Nico n David took xare of organising the tour timely so we didn't miss our flight. I highly recommend this tour company their tours for exploring the island.”

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Albufeira, Olhão, Faro : Seven Hanging Valleys Guided Hiking - From Vale Centeanes Into the Seven Valleys
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Albufeira, Olhão, Faro : Seven Hanging Valleys Guided Hiking

5.Albufeira, Olhão, Faro : Seven Hanging Valleys Guided Hiking

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 117 reviews · 6 hours · from $56

Review of the Seven Hanging Valleys hike from Albufeira, Olhão, or Faro, with cliffs, Benagil views, local food, and practical tips.

“It was an amazing trip. The views were spectacular , the information provided by our guide was excellent. Loved learning about sinkholes, erosion and also about various plants in the area. The little snacks provided by our guide wife was a nice touch. I'd do that tour again, without hesitating.”

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Guided hiking tour on the Seven Hanging Valleys Trail - Starting at Praia da Marinha
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Guided hiking tour on the Seven Hanging Valleys Trail

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