7 Day Walking the Algarve's South West Fishermen's Trail

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Trip Length

7 Days

Trip Starts

Vila do Bispo

Trip Finishes

Lagos

7 Day Walking the Algarve's South West Fishermen's Trail Itinerary (Exodus)

Countries Explored: Portugal

Trip Operator

Exodus Adventure Travels

9 Reviews

Trip Style

Walking & Trekking

Budget

Affordable

Pace

Easy / Leisurely

Trip Code

W06AR

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Exodus 7 Day Walking the Algarve's South West Fishermen's Trail. Walk by the sea, follow the paths used by the locals to access the beaches and fishing grounds. This trail runs along the cliffs, with breath-taking views and some truly memorable moments. Escape the busy tourist spots of the Algarve and discover the unspoilt Sagres Peninsula, a region of spectacular natural beauty with rugged cliffs, dramatic coastlines and sandy beaches.

From Vila do Bispo, you will make your way to the mesmerising Cabo de Sao Vicente - Europe's most south-westerly...read more

Itinerary

Take the train from Faro airport to Lagos. Then you will be transferred to Vila do Bispo (B).

Transfer to Carrapateira. Do take time to visit the interesting Land and Sea Museum for an insight into the history of the village and its fishing economy. You'll then pick up the Fishermen's Trail passing one of the Algarve's finest viewpoints, following a lovely path through Bordeira beach, the beauty of pristine valleys, the picturesque villages of Vilarinha and Pedralva. Continue through a forest of pine and eucalyptus as you follow the Rota Vicentina, then a meandering trail through flower meadows leading you along a path and down to the pretty village of Vila do Bispo (B).

Surrounded by foaming Atlantic breakers, Cabo de Sao Vicente marks the most south-westerly point of Europe. The walk out to the edge of the continent should prove to be one of the highlights of your week! You are spoilt with amazing coastal scenery on this wild and unpopulated route that follows sandy paths and gorse-strewn meadows to the very edge of the Iberian Peninsula. At the Cape there is a lighthouse, museum and small bar, offering wonderful photo opportunities (B).

Sagres is best place in Europe for observing migratory seabirds, such as scopoli's shearwater, great black-backed gull and other terns. You can also enjoy dolphins watching from the coast. Alternatively, why not take a walk to the Ponta da Atalaia and Ponta da Baleeira headland today? You'll experience wonderful views over Sagres' impressive fortress and the Mareta and Martinhal beaches. Or, head straight to Martinhal Beach for a stroll on the sand and a drink at one of the bars! (B).

Follow the fishermen trail to wonderful and peaceful beaches such as Figueira, Ingrina, Barranco and Martinhal. The trail will lead you to the quaint fishing village of Salema with narrow streets and whitewashed houses. Salema allows you to experience picturesque holidays in a secret Algarve. Here, privacy and sea views prevail, in a landscape that illustrates the perfect holiday postcard with the blue sea contrasting with the white tones of the villas.

Transfer from Salema to Lagos. Upon arrival in Lagos, you will be greeted by the impressive view over Meia Praia Beach. The fort of Ponta da Bandeira watches over the entrance of this important port, where the adventure of the Portuguese discoveries began six centuries ago (B).

Along your way, cross a confluence of several streams in Boca do Rio. Then, continue your walk until you reach the beach of Luz, a lovely stretch of fine sand which gently slopes into the usually calm sea. Further on, reach Ponta da Piedade, one of the most outstanding places in the Algarve. Rocks carved by the wind and tides for thousands of years form caves and tunnels in an incredibly beautiful spot. It is a beautiful beach with its own picturesque charm. Transfer from Ponta da Piedade to Lagos (B).

On this last day, take the train from Lagos to Faro. Then, transfer from Faro train station to Faro airport (B).

Trip Inclusions

4 days self guided walking and 1 free day
6 nights hotel to hotel accommodation in a mix of 3 star hotels
All breakfasts
Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
Route directions and maps
Luggage transfers between hotels
GPS route directions and maps

Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified.
Flights not specified are not included

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