A 5-day Adventure Itinerary: Exploring the Caves, Forests, and Seas of Portugal

  • Day 1: Explore Benagil Cave, Algarve
    1 hour 20 minutes (60.7 km) from Faro airport

    Begin your Portuguese adventure with a visit to the stunning Benagil Cave, a natural beauty located along the beautiful Algarve coastline. Take a boat tour, swim, and marvel at the beautiful rock formations.

  • Day 2: Hike through Peneda-Gerês National Park
    4 hours (368 km) from Algarve

    Explore the beautiful wilderness of Peneda-Gerês National Park, which is full of cascading waterfalls, crystal-clear lakes, and breathtaking viewpoints. Hike through the forest and enjoy the fresh air and beautiful scenery.

  • Day 3: Surf at Nazaré Beach
    4 hours 30 minutes (321 km) from Peneda-Gerês National Park

    Head to Nazaré Beach, one of the most famous surf spots in Europe. You can take surf lessons or watch surfers ride some of the largest waves in the world at Praia do Norte.

  • Day 4: Kayak in Ponta da Piedade, Lagos
    2 hours (174 km) from Nazaré Beach

    Experience the beautiful coastline of the Algarve from a different perspective by kayaking around the stunning rock formations of Ponta da Piedade. You can also swim in the beautiful turquoise waters.

  • Day 5: Canyoning at Cascatas do Rio Mourão
    1 hour 20 minutes (93 km) from Ponta da Piedade, Lagos

    End your adventure with an adrenaline-packed canyoning excursion at Cascatas do Rio Mourão. You can jump, slide, swim, and rappel down beautiful waterfalls and natural pools.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Boat tour of Benagil Cave (2 hours, €30)
  • Hiking in Peneda-Gerês National Park (1 day, free)
  • Surfing lesson at Nazaré Beach (2 hours, €35)
  • Kayaking in Ponta da Piedade, Lagos (3 hours, €35)
  • Canyoning at Cascatas do Rio Mourão (4 hours, €75)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €175

Transportation

While Portugal is a relatively small country, the best way to move between these locations is by renting a car or booking a private transfer. The estimated travel time and distances have been included for your convenience, and costs will depend on the mode of transportation you choose.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Porto or Lisbon to enjoy the cities' stunning architecture and experience the famous Portuguese cuisine. If you have less time, consider skipping one of the locations or combining Day 2 and Day 3 by staying in a town between Peneda-Gerês National Park and Nazaré Beach.

Airports

Lisbon Airport (LIS) is the largest airport in Portugal, located in the capital city of Lisbon, around 6km from the city center. Porto Airport (OPO) is another major airport, located around 11km from the city center.

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