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The 15 Best Hiking Tours in Portugal

26 hikes  ·  from $35 a head

The 15 best hiking tours in Portugal you can book, with what each costs, how long you are on your feet and who it suits. Number one is there for a reason; start with it.

Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Hiking Transfer - The early ride from Funchal to the high peaks
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Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Hiking Transfer

1.Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Hiking Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,021 reviews · 8.5 hours · from $38Our pick

Start with a shared pickup in Funchal, Caniço, or São Gonçalo, then watch sunrise from Pico do Arieiro before hiking independently toward Pico Ruivo and Achada do Teixeira. Your host, often Pedro, Diogo, Cristiano, or Miguel, explains the route, meeting points, and backup options. Expect about five hours on foot, mountain weather, and no walking guide.

“We did two hikes with this company and had a great experience. Our driver, Cristiano, was on time, really friendly, and gave clear info/instructions.”

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Madeira: Pico Arieiro to Pico Ruivo Hike - Leaving the coast for Pico do Arieiro
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Madeira: Pico Arieiro to Pico Ruivo Hike

2.Madeira: Pico Arieiro to Pico Ruivo Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,224 reviews · 8 hours · from $54

Join Nature Meetings for an eight-hour guided mountain day from Funchal, Machico, Caniço, Santa Cruz, or Câmara de Lobos. The classic PR1 trail is currently closed, so the guide uses split routes or another walk, depending on conditions. Expect steep paths, cold wind, coffee, hotel transport, and a closing drink at a traditional bar.

“it was very well planned, and informative guide. takes job seriously about safety.”

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Funchal: Pico do Arieiro & Pico Ruivo Hiking Transfer - What the five-hour hike really feels like
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Funchal: Pico do Arieiro & Pico Ruivo Hiking Transfer

3.Funchal: Pico do Arieiro & Pico Ruivo Hiking Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,845 reviews · 8 hours · from $37

Travel from Funchal or Caniço to Pico do Arieiro in a shared van, then hike toward Pico Ruivo and finish at Achada do Teixeira. Your driver explains the route, timing, and map before you set off alone. Expect about 10 kilometers, steep steps, wet rock, changing weather, and a five-hour hiking window.

“Very good. Our driver/guide picked us on time was very friendly and helpful. He took Plenty of time to explain the routes to us. Both routes were amazing, definitely worth visiting. Cannot recommend enough.”

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Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Hiking Transfer - The 6 a.m. start changes the whole day
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Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Hiking Transfer

4.Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Hiking Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,670 reviews · 8 hours · from $40

Take a shared transfer from Funchal or nearby areas to Rabaçal for a self-guided 5-hour hike on Madeira’s famous 25 Fontes and Risco levadas. Drivers such as Henrique, Adriana, Pedro, and Felipe explain the route, weather, and pickup plan. Choose the 6 a.m. departure to reach the waterfalls before the crowds.

“This was one of my highlights during the trip to Madeira. I really enjoyed the hiking and the area. The view was breathtaking! The trails were clearly marked, so it was easy to follow them. Some parts were a bit challenging, but that made it more rewarding. Our driver Henrique explained everything very well before dropping the group off, so we got all the necessary information. I also appreciated the fun facts he shared along the way while we passed through different areas.”

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Peniche: Berlengas Island Trip, Hiking and Cave Tour - First views of the island and its beaches
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Peniche: Berlengas Island Trip, Hiking and Cave Tour

5.Peniche: Berlengas Island Trip, Hiking and Cave Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,473 reviews · 4 hours · from $46

Take a four-hour trip from Peniche to Berlengas by catamaran or smaller boat, then explore the island with a local guide. You’ll cruise past cliffs and caves, walk toward the lighthouse and São João Baptista Fort, and have time for the beach. Guides may speak Portuguese, English, and Spanish, sometimes with translation between sections.

“Great Experience, would highly recommend and staff were amazing. The boat we booked originally had a problem but the staff quickly resolved this by arranging another (their speedboat.) This was a very exhilarating and exciting experience. We were a little disappointed that we were unable to do the cave tour due to the sea conditions (understandable) but received a partial refund for this. We walked down to the fort which was a sublime place. This is a must do activity, will definitely do it again!!!”

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Pico Do Arieiro Pico Ruivo Sunrise or Morning Hike Transfers - Watching sunrise at Pico do Arieiro
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Pico Do Arieiro Pico Ruivo Sunrise or Morning Hike Transfers

6.Pico Do Arieiro Pico Ruivo Sunrise or Morning Hike Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,169 reviews · 8 - 8.5 hours · from $37

Ride from Funchal or Caniço to Pico do Arieiro with an English-speaking driver such as Radko, Carlos, or Ciro. After a clear route briefing, hike independently through cloud-level cliffs, tunnels, and steep steps. Trail closures may alter the route, with PR3 often offered as a quieter alternative.

“Trip was awesome, though schedule could be a bit miten flexible. We are fast, but like to take some pics, so PR 1+ PR 3 felt a bit rushed”

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Caldeirão Verde: Levada Caldeirao Verde Hiking Transfer - The shared transfer from Funchal, Caniço, Santa Cruz, or Machico
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Caldeirão Verde: Levada Caldeirao Verde Hiking Transfer

7.Caldeirão Verde: Levada Caldeirao Verde Hiking Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,071 reviews · 8 hours · from $39

Travel from Funchal, Caniço, Santa Cruz, or Machico to Queimadas Natural Park, then follow a 13 km self-guided levada route through Madeira’s ancient Laurissilva forest. You’ll pass waterfalls and four tunnels, including one up to 200 metres long. Drivers such as Nuno, Pedro, and Diogo provide clear trail instructions, while the hike itself is at your own pace.

“It's a good trip for people who enjoy hiking and nature, thank you”

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Madeira: Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro & Hike Larano trail - Before dawn at Pico do Arieiro
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Madeira: Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro & Hike Larano trail

8.Madeira: Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro & Hike Larano trail

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 951 reviews · 7 hours · from $53

Start before dawn with a small group and an English-speaking driver such as Rosbert or André. After Pico do Arieiro sunrise, you can attempt 1.2 km of the PR1 trail, stop at Guindaste’s glass platform, and walk 7 km along the Larano coast. Bring warm layers, sturdy shoes, and patience for changing mountain weather.

“We had the most perfect day and can’t recommend it enough. We caught a beautiful sunrise and managed to make it all the way to the Stairs of Heaven in the allotted time. We stopped off for coffee and some Madeira cake (great fuel) and I’m not exaggerating when I say it may be the best coffee I have ever had. The 7km hike along the coast was great, plenty of shade, really easy trail to follow and stunning views of the sea. We were outside of the pick up zone but it was no problem for them to arrange to collect us from our hotel (for an extra fee),…”

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Funchal: Caniçal Ponta São Lourenco Hiking Transfer - The transfer from Funchal, Caniço, or Machico
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Funchal: Caniçal Ponta São Lourenco Hiking Transfer

9.Funchal: Caniçal Ponta São Lourenco Hiking Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 756 reviews · 6 hours · from $35Best value

Ride from Funchal, Caniço, Santa Cruz, or Machico to PR8 Ponta São Lourenço, then follow a self-guided 7.5 km coastal trail. Your English-speaking driver explains the route, timing, and safety points before leaving you to walk at your own pace. Drivers such as Miguel, Nuno, Filipe, and Pedro are often praised for useful local tips. Bring sturdy shoes, food, water, and swimwear.

“The trip was great - amazing views, option to get lunch / snacks in a cafe and go swimming. Our guide Nuno who was very friendly and fun - thank you! Highly recommended.”

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Madeira: PR 9 - Levada do Caldeirão Verde Hike Transfer - Pickup from Funchal, Caniço, and Garajau
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Madeira: PR 9 – Levada do Caldeirão Verde Hike Transfer

10.Madeira: PR 9 – Levada do Caldeirão Verde Hike Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 620 reviews · 7 hours · from $47

You’ll ride from Funchal, Caniço, or Garajau to Pico das Pedras, receive trail maps, GPS points, and safety advice from drivers such as Vitor, Fabio, Roberto, or Cristiano, then hike PR9 independently to Caldeirão Verde. Expect a long, mostly level route through forest, tunnels, waterfalls, and wet rock, with return transport waiting at the trailhead.

“very beautiful but also very rainy and cold. our driver vitor was great.”

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From Porto: Hike & Swim in Gerês National Park - The 5 km route to the pools
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From Porto: Hike & Swim in Gerês National Park

11.From Porto: Hike & Swim in Gerês National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 452 reviews · 9h 30m · from $88

Leave Porto for a full day in Gerês National Park with a multilingual guide such as Miguel, Rui, André, or Angelo. Walk 5 km to seven natural pools, enjoy 1.5 to 2 hours for lunch and swimming, then walk back. Expect beautiful views, hot sun, uneven ground, and a long van ride.

“This was one of my highlights from my Porto trip. After touring the city for a whole day, it was so nice to spend my second day of the trip outside in nature. Our guide, originally from the Czech Republic, was wonderful and spoke so many languages to accommodate everyone. The hike was moderate in level - remember to pack plenty of water as it's hot! Getting to the lagoons was bliss and we had almost 2 hours to swim and eat our packed lunches. The special surprise about this excursion was all the great people we were able to meet and befriend from all around the world!”

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From Faro: Benagil Hiking Cliffs and the 4 Treasure Experience - Algar Seco’s rock windows and sea views
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From Faro: Benagil Hiking Cliffs and the 4 Treasure Experience

12.From Faro: Benagil Hiking Cliffs and the 4 Treasure Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 424 reviews · 6 hours 20 minutes to 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $54Top rated

Join Claire or another English-speaking guide for a six-hour van tour from Faro to Praia da Marinha, Benagil, Algar Seco, and Senhora da Rocha. Walk an easy to moderate cliff trail, see Benagil Cave from above, use provided umbrellas and masks, and enjoy beach time. Bring water, food, sturdy shoes, swimwear, and cash.

“Such a great day out! We were only in the Algarve a short time and without a car so this was a brilliant and relaxing way to get a sense of the wider area beyond Faro. Claire was a brilliant guide and we enjoyed ourselves a lot.”

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PR1 Sunrise Pico do Arieiro Self-Guided Hiking Transfer - Watching the first light at the summit
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PR1 Sunrise Pico do Arieiro Self-Guided Hiking Transfer

13.PR1 Sunrise Pico do Arieiro Self-Guided Hiking Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 299 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $39

Start before dawn with pickup in Funchal or Caniço, then watch sunrise from Pico do Arieiro before walking independently. Drivers such as Pedro, Filipe, Adriana, and Nuno provide route advice and trail updates. The service includes transport to the mountain and pickup near Funchal Ecological Park.

“Great tour company, very helpful, informative and friendly hike organizers and drivers, very punctual pickups”

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From Funchal: Ponta de São Lourenço/Caniçal Full-Day Hike - Walking into Madeira’s volcanic east
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From Funchal: Ponta de São Lourenço/Caniçal Full-Day Hike

14.From Funchal: Ponta de São Lourenço/Caniçal Full-Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 262 reviews · 8 hours · from $50

Walk Madeira’s rocky eastern peninsula with a multilingual guide, taking in volcanic cliffs, north and south coast views, the Desertas Islands, and Porto Santo. The pace allows time for photos and rest, with an optional swim and, when sea conditions permit, a speedboat return for about €15 to €25.

“Very nice walk out to the end of the peninsula without having to worry about driving or parking. The last bit up to the top was a challenge for the legs but there was an option to skip that part for those who wanted a longer lunch break”

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From Faro: Benagil Cliffs Hiking & 4 Treasures Experience - Leaving Faro and reaching Praia da Marinha
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From Faro: Benagil Cliffs Hiking & 4 Treasures Experience

15.From Faro: Benagil Cliffs Hiking & 4 Treasures Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 196 reviews · 6.5 hours · from $58

From Faro, join Claire or Sebastian in a small van for a 6.5-hour coastal outing covering four Algarve highlights. Walk the cliffs at Praia da Marinha, look into Benagil Cave from above, explore Algar Seco and Boneca Cave, then visit Senhora da Rocha and Praia Nova. Beach time and snorkeling depend on sea conditions. Pets are welcome.

“A great day trip from Faro to see some spots further along the coast. Claire was a brilliant guide and made the day relaxed and enjoyable.”

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