LISBON · PORTUGAL
Lisbon’s best days out.
The 15 best hiking & trekking in Lisbon, side by side. What each one is really like, how long it takes, what it costs and who runs it.
Small-group 6-hour trip from Lisbon to Pena Palace exteriors, Sintra town, and a coastal 5 km hike to Praia da Adraga.
Most Popular“Enjoyed the trip, well organized and Walter provided much insight and made sure everyone had a good time.”
Small-group Sintra day trip: guided Pena Palace exteriors, Sintra village walk, and a 5 km coastal hike to Cabo da Roca and Adraga.
“The tour of the outside grounds of the palace and the hike to Cabo da Roca were both great. Our guide was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of fun facts along the way. The logistics were a bit chaotic as we were together with another group that was doing the palace and wine…”
Hike Arrábida Natural Park to the 381 m limestone cliff of continental Europe with a small English-speaking group and hotel pickup included.
“Our guide, Rui, was so engaging. He adjusted the pace to our level and we had a wonderful conversation throughout the hike. The trail was not-so-obvious, so we would have been lost without him. The payoff was tremendous--stunning views of the Atlantic coast from sheer cliffs. He even brought us a treat for some energy…”
Guided Jurassic hike at Espichel Cape from Lisbon, with cliffside dinosaur footprints, Sesimbra stops, and small-group pickup for a full day out.
“André and Natasha are wonderful hosts, we had such a good day out with them. If you’re looking to explore something off the beaten track and away from crowds and have fun doing it, get in touch with them to plan a really memorable excursion.”
Sintra sunset hike to a secret beach via classic convertible 4×4, with Portuguese tapas, ginja or Porto, and palaces views. 5 hours.
“Brilliant tour hosted by Bruno! We travelled through Sintra, stopping at a number of palaces which Bruno told us all about. We then drove to the coast in his brilliant red Jeep. A really fun experience! The hike down to the beach was brilliant, not too hard and well worth it! The beach was stunning,…”
Sunset hike from Cabo da Roca to Ursa Beach with a convertible Jeep, tapas, wine, and Cascais at golden hour.
“Our sunset hike ended up being rained out but Flamingo made it so easy for us to adjust our plans. We ended up doing the Sintra Jeep safari and had an absolute blast. Our guide Bruno was so much fun to spend the day with.”
Hike Arrábida Natural Park from Lisbon with a local guide, sea-and-mountain views, and rich geology and history. 3–7 hours.
“Henrique was an amazing guide. If you enjoy nature and want an unforgettable experience, then this activity is for you! This was my favorite thing to do in Lisbon. The hike has amazing views. I wish I had time to do it again.”
A small-group half-day hike from Lisbon’s coast to secret beaches and dinosaur footprints, with Atlantic views and Arrábida nature.
“My wife and I enjoyed our day with our guide Joao. He picked us up at our hotel, soon after a heads up call that he was on his way. After a short side trip to pick up another couple, we were off to the coast. the scenery was spectacular. Unfortunately, we ran into a…”
A guided 4-hour hike from Cascais into Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, with Peninha snacks, Cresmina dunes coffee, and ocean views.
“A fantastic hike with a great guide! Saw lots of scenic areas and sites we wouldn’t have been able to otherwise!”
A guided Sintra hike with transport from Lisbon and history-filled visits to Moorish Castle, Pena Palace, and Quinta da Regaleira.
“I had an amazing time exploring Sintra and this tour is unique since it includes all the monuments I wanted to visit on the day. Alexandra is extraordinary in her wealth of knowledge in nature, botanics as well as history and culture of the area. As a Sintra local, she introduced the significance of Sintra…”
A 3–4 hour small-group hike from Carcavelos with pickup and an English guide, choosing Sintra or Arrabida park for big views.
“Rob was great and professional; it was a very fun time. I definently recommend to friends and family.”
Private mindful hike in Arrábida near Cabo Espichel: secret pebble beaches, Atlantic views, hotel pickup, English guide, free entry.
“Amazing tour and incredible guide! Andre was so knowledgeable, helpful and provided so much more than we expected! He brought snacks, waters, fruits and even took many great pictures of us during the multiple hikes. He is truly an expert who went above and beyond what we had expected and I would recommend this tour…”
A 4-hour hike from Cheleiros to Penedo do Lexim, then Manzwine museum visit and a six-wine tasting with regional tapas.
“Tiago was very knowledgeable about the area and gave us a hike we'll not forget. The combination of the Hike, and then the wine, was a unique experience. It was truly the perfect combo.”
A 3-hour Sintra private hike with English guide, pastries, fountains, Moorish Castle views, and optional mead in the forest.
“Antonio was great for finding off the beaten path trails and knowledge. Very friendly and accomodating to skill level and comfort.”
A tough-but-fair 6.5 km Sintra hike with Gino in Dutch, cool misty mornings, and standout viewpoints of Pena, Moors, and Regaleira.
“Patient guide. Took all the time. Good explanation”
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