Portugal Summits to Sea
Bonus Tour
Double Booking
$5795/person
Single Booking
$6755
Roommate Rebate
$920
Includes all lodging, all meals but one, transportation within Portugal, park entrance fees, leaders, local guide, trail maps and narratives. Price good until October 31, 2025
Assembly Point
Lisbon, Portugal
Van will transfer guests from the hotel in Lisbon to the start of the tour, and return to the airport or hotel.
Not included: Airline service to Humberto Delgado Airport; one dinner in Coimbra; Drinks, Guide Gratuity.
Meeting Time
Hotel 9:00 am
Drop-off Time
10 am
“My tour was incredible, partly because you had the foresight and wisdom to partner with a local guide, who made all the difference. He was informative and helpful and I learned so much.” International hiker
Experience the wonders of Portugal in this Signature Journey!
The small country of Portugal offers an astounding variety of trails and routes. Many people are familiar with the well known coastal routes, but in true Timberline fashion, we explore beyond the coast, up to the highest point in continental Portugal. This is a breathtaking journey through the heart of Portugal, where timeless stone villages, soaring mountain landscapes, and dramatic Atlantic coastlines come together in a perfect blend of culture, nature, and charm.
Begin in Idanha-a-Velha, where Roman ruins and olive groves echo with history, and climb through the boulder-strewn village of Monsanto, full of postcard views. Stroll medieval Sortelha and explore Belmonte’s Jewish roots and castle, and hike the glacial valleys and alpine forests of Serra da Estrela. Step into the fairytale slate village of Piódão, nestled in the hills, and discover Coimbra’s vibrant student life and UNESCO-listed university. Follow the rugged coast from Vimeiro to Santa Cruz and its golden beaches and wander Sintra’s magical forests, palaces, and whimsical estates. Hike to Colares, tasting Ramisco wine amid vineyards and sea views, and finish in the fishing village of Cascais, where elegance meets the Atlantic in a perfect seaside farewell. This tour has it all!!
Tour Highlights
> Monsanto Historical Village; ‘the most Portuguese Village in Portugal’
> Historical Village of Sortelha and medieval architecture
> Belmonte, Historical Village from the Neolithic period
> Serra da Estrela granite highlands and deep glacial valleys
> The amazing historical village of Piódão
> Coimbra, a UNESCO-listed landmark
> Portugal’s dramatic coastline
> Cascais-Sintra Natural Park and UNESCO World Heritage sites
> Charming and historical hotels
> Traditional food and fresh fish from the Atlantic Coast
This tour is offered in partnership with Portugal Nature Trails, who designed and will run the tour
We are a local Adventure and Nature Tourism company, welcoming travelers from all over the world and set out to offer the most outstanding and breathtaking hiking and cycling tours in Portugal.
We launched Portugal Nature Trails in 2004, with the belief that other travelers would share the same aspiration for adventure tourism, within a culture of respect for nature and people. At that time, we had nothing more than a love for travel and adventure, associated with a conviction the planet earth is a great place to discover and respect.
Time has passed and we’ve grown, but our desire to give our client the best experience hasn’t changed. See what clients say about us.
Itinerary
| Day | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Welcome! Transfer to Idanha-a-Velha & Hike to Monsanto | 8km, +400m |
| Day 2 | Hike from Sortelha to Belmonte | 18km, +300m |
| Day 3 | Hike from Serra da Estrela to Manteigas | 12km, +400m |
| Day 4 | Serra da Estrela Hike to Covão d’Ametade | 16km, +1000m |
| Day 5 | Serra da Estrela Hike to Manteigas | 18km, +500m |
| Day 6 | Serra da Estrela Hike to the Tower | 15km, +700m |
| Day 7 | Hike in Piodão | 7km, +300m |
| Day 8 | Free day in Coimbra | |
| Day 9 | Transfer to Vimeiro & Coastal Hike | 12km, +200m |
| Day 10 | Hike from Sintra to Colares | 13km, +300m |
| Day 11 | Coastal Hike from Colares to Duna Cresmina in Guincho | 19km, +400m |
| Day 12 | Transfer to Lisbon & Departure |
