Adventure Seeking in Portugal

(2 Reviews)

Kara Waldon

Austin, TX
Europe and Australia Adventure Travel Specialist

At Adventurous Traveler, we are more than just a travel agency; we are the architects of unforgettable adventures. With a deep-rooted passion for exploration and discovery, I specialize in crafting personalized journeys that transcend the ordinary...

Lisbon, Portugal

Portugal is such a magical place, and we embraced all that the culture had to offer! Starting with a bike tour of Lisbon, our guide provided an overview of the history, the unbreakable ties to the sea and the explorer blood that continues to run through the population today. Seeing the sights first by bike allowed us to get our bearings before adventuring out on a walking tour, taking advantage of the historic yellow trams and the elevators to move between Lisbon's hilly neighborhoods. History is around every corner in Lisbon, and that included in the lobby of our hotel where archaeological finds were on display. 


A highlight of the vacation was a visit to Sintra, located a short train ride from Lisbon. We chose to stay at a gorgeous boutique hotel in Sintra in order to take advantage of the opportunities to explore this UNESCO World Heritage site over 2 days. Hiking trails are well marked, and we explored the Quinta da Regaleira and the ruins of the Moorish castle. Other favorite attractions included the Palacio Nacional da Pena and the Palacio Nacional de Sintra. At the end of a day of exploring, we returned to the hotel to enjoy a glass of wine in the hotel garden looking towards the sea. 


Recharged and ready for more adventure, we drove south to the Algarve, where we were able to kayak and paddle board, hike and explore the rugged coastline. Crystal clear, blue water and cooling sea breezes made it difficult to leave and I can see why so many have chosen the Algarve as a retirement destination. 


At Adventurous Traveler we are here to make your travel dreams a reality. If Portugal has been on your 'list', reach out today and let's design an itinerary that exceeds your expectations. 

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