Portugal's Algarve & Alentejo Family Multi-Adventure Tour
Coastal Magic, Sparkling Seas & Limestone Cliffs
Adventure with your family from Portugal’s Alentejo region to its golden coastline. Warm beaches and sun-drenched landscapes. Windswept cliffs and sparkling seas. This is the good life.
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
See this trip's Activity Options & Terrain for more details.
From $5,799 - $5,999/person
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Trip at a Glance
Highlights
- Hike along the rugged Costa Vicentina and take in “pinch-me-I’m-dreaming” views of the Atlantic
- Bike through rolling hills adorned with wildflowers, pine and cork trees in Portugal’s rural countryside
- Savor every family meal—whether it’s a hearty stew, freshly caught fish or a sweet pastel de nata (custard tart) paired with a smooth espresso
- Experience the tranquility of local life in seaside fishing towns and lost-in-time Alentejan villages
- Kayak between honey-hued limestone cliffs, meet local surfers and soak up the sun on sandy beaches in Portugal’s central coast
Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.
Start Lisbon Airport & Travel Details
- Meet in stylish Lisbon
- Journey toward the Alentejo, known for its golden grasslands, olive groves and sprawling cork oak forests
- Ascend through the Serra de Grândola, a prominent mountain range renowned for its rich biodiversity and panoramic scenery
- Kids venture out on their own for a horseback riding adventure along the beach
- Lunch at an adega, a Portuguese wine house
- Catch a wave at a beginner’s surf class
- Unwind at our sumptuous getaway, surrounded by acres of trees and green rice paddies
- Cycle rural landscapes
- Kids enjoy outdoor adventures and creamy gelato with their Kids Adventure Leader.
Nights 1-2
Luxury Hotel
This extraordinary wellness resort was designed by Portuguese architect Miguel Câncio Martins, whose dedication to honoring traditional structures and the natural environment is matched only by his keen eye for detail. A Small Luxury Hotels of the World member. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Set off on rugged cliffside trails in Costa Vicentina
- Follow winding paths on wide bluffs towards unspoiled beaches and crashing waves
- Don’t forget to bring a bathing suit—if the weather is right, this is the perfect place for an impromptu family dip!
- Enjoy a seafood lunch in the fishing village of Arrifana
- Hike past Ponta de Piedade—a striking set of pale triangular-shaped cliff formations
- Admire Lagos’ baroque church
- Weave through breathtaking grottoes and honey-hued rocks as you kayak among the Algarve caves
- Relax and dine together with a festive farewell meal at our hotel.
Nights 3-5
Luxury Hotel
Nestled in a breathtaking landscape that stretches from a plateau to the ocean, this nature-inspired refuge is the perfect place to rejuvenate. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
End Lisbon Airport & Travel Details
This trip has an activity level range of 1-3
Biking routes traverse rolling hills, farmland and vineyards in the Alentejo region and follow busier coastal roads in the Algarve. Most are on paved roads, with some cobblestone stretches when entering and leaving towns. Terrain varies from level to rolling, with some steeper climbs to hilltop villages.
Kid-friendly routes are shorter with minimal elevation gain, and alternate kids’ activities are available on days with longer rides and roads with more traffic.
Hiking routes are mostly flat along coastal dirt paths that can become sandy, as well as paved and unpaved roads through forest and villages.
All breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
All accommodations on your Backroads trip
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Expertise and services of Backroads Trip Leaders
Kids' bikes, trailer bikes, carriers and kid-sized helmets
Bike fitting and equipment support throughout your trip
Lightweight carbon hiking poles
Backroads On Trip App with route maps, elevation profiles, daily snapshots and more
Additional local guides and experts, plus equipment for included activities as detailed in your itinerary
Exclusive activities, tours and cultural experiences, as detailed in your itinerary
All luggage transfers and porterage during your trip
Snacks and beverages between meals
Private cocktail and wine receptions on the first and last nights of your trip
Choice of Backroads cycling jersey, t-shirt or hat, plus water bottle and luggage tag
Detailed Travel Planner with destination tips and pre-trip information
