Blessed with sun-kissed beaches, vibrant fishing villages and scenic routes through pine forests and dunes, Portugal trips are fantastic for walkers and cyclists. While people have been flocking to the Algarve for decades, swathes of the rest of the country remain unexplored, although Lisbon has nudged its way onto savvy travelers must-visit lists over recent years.

✓ Adventures in Portugal offer huge diversity, with the landscape of each region creating a distinct identity: dive into the wild southwest corner – where world-class surf breaks await and meandering rivers beg to be explored by kayak – or take it easy in the lush, green setting of the north.

✓ Then there’s the Douro Valley, where the vast forest, almond groves and terraced vineyards are UNESCO protected. The area has evidence of wine production dating back some 2,000 years, and there are many opportunities to stop and sample as you go.

✓ And let’s not forget Madeira, an Atlantic island gem with a subtropical climate, and the Azores, a scenic archipelago featuring stunning landscapes.

About Exodus Adventure Travels

As the experts in small-group adventure travel since 1974, Exodus knows the difference between a good trip and the adventure of a lifetime. Offering award-winning tours that span all seven continents (that's 500 different itineraries across 90 different countries), you'll see world wonders and unmissable sights, but you'll also meet the local people and hear stories others don’t know.