The 9 Hiking & Trekking Tours in Lisbon That Repay the Climb

1.Berlengas Island Trip, Hiking and Cave Tour

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

From Peniche, take a seasonal boat to Berlengas for a glass-bottom ride past caves and a guided island hike. Expect sea views, the old fortress, steep steps toward the lighthouse, and some time by the beach. Guides speak Portuguese, English, and Spanish. The four-hour trip costs $46 per person, with food and a tourist registration fee extra.

“It was an excellent tour, the highlight of my Portugal trip. We watched a TV show featuring this island and that’s how we decided to visit Portugal and this tour didn’t disappoint a bit. The weather was nice, the island was beautiful, the guide Pedro was well versed and informative, the boat cave tour was better than expected. Highly recommended!!!”

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2.Sintra, Pena Palace & Cabo da Roca Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 211 reviews · 6 hours · from $176

Ride from central Lisbon in an air-conditioned van or minibus with a guide, visit Pena Palace’s exteriors and Sintra, then follow a coastal trail from Cabo da Roca toward Praia da Adraga. Groups are limited to 12, and guides lead tours in English, Portuguese or Spanish. Palace tickets cover the exteriors only.

“Went to Peña palace and hike to Praia da Adraga. Overall trip was a great balance of tour and time to explore alone before meeting up again. Got to see lots of different scenery with stops that were all worth while on a well planned route that kept drive time as low as possible. Ricardo the guide was great, and offered lots of enthusiasm and information while keeping the trip fun. Excellent bang for your buck without getting burnt out at any one place.”

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3.Hiking in Arrábida Natural Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 24 reviews · 3 - 7 hours · from $47

Leave Lisbon for a guided walk in Arrábida Natural Park, where mountain paths meet Portugal’s coast. Expect a 6 to 8 kilometer half-day route, usually with modest climbs, plus local insight into plants, geology and history. Guides such as Francisco and Henrique have led outings here. Routes can vary, so check the meeting point and tour length before booking.

“Henrique was a great guide and took his time to shows us all different sites!”

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4.Hiking Tour Along the West Coastline

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 24 reviews · from $118

From Lisbon, a small group of up to eight hikes the coast from Praia das Bicas toward Cabo Espichel, with stops at wild beaches, natural pools and fossilised dinosaur footprints. Expect a medium-difficulty route of about 14 km, steep and uneven sections, and a guide speaking English, French, Portuguese or Spanish.

“The tour ir fantastict!!!!!!! It is unique! The wild west cost of the beautiful part of Portugal with a very kind and great guide! André! It worth every penny and sweat!”

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5.Hiking tour to Highest Limestone Cliff in Europe

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 13 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $126

Walk from Pedreiras through oak and dense scrub to a high limestone cliff above the sea, then return by trail with a local guide. The private hike covers about 12.7 km and takes around 4.5 hours, with panoramic views and little tourist traffic. Guides have included Andre, Rui, and Antonio. Rough, overgrown sections call for sturdy shoes and covered legs.

“Our guide Antonio made the day really enjoyable and memorable. From the moment he picked us up from our hotel he created a great rapport and sense of fun. The whole trip felt entirely customised to what suited us best so the pace of everything was very relaxing and also very interesting. Antonio has a very engaging personality and was full of information about the fauna, plants and history of the area. The hike itself along the cliff was extremely beautiful with outstanding sea views. It was a wonderful experience and would absolutely recommend it.”

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6.From Montemor or Évora: Guided Hike to Almendres Megalithic

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9 reviews · 4 hours · from $47

Walk about 8 kilometers through the Serra de Valverde with a local guide, passing cork and olive trees and Castelo do Giraldo before visiting the Almendres cromlech and menhir. Guides Pedro and Claudia have shared local knowledge about the region, from cork farming to water sources. Transport from Évora or Montemor, a snack, and water are included.

“This was a great tour! Pedro my guide knew so much about the area and it was totally different than most tours. You really get entrenched in the area and actually really get to see the landscape of the Alentejo region. It is a true hike through the forest but the path is marked so make sure you wear decent shoes. I really enjoyed the walks through the Cork trees, they are so beautiful and you get to see then up close. This is a hot area and the hiking isn't all flat, there are some steep parts so keep that in mind, but the steepest is right at the…”

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7.Sintra Hike: Past palaces and hidden paths.

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5 reviews

Meet Dutch-speaking guide Gino beside Sintra train station for a private, three-hour hike of about 6.5 km. Climb shaded paths to views of Pena Palace, the Moorish Castle and Quinta da Regaleira, hear local stories, and look out toward Lisbon and the coast. The palaces are viewed from outside, not entered, and the uphill start is demanding.

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8.From Sintra, Mafra, or Ericeira: Hike and Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 5 hours · from $117Top rated

Join a small-group, 7 km guided hike through Cheleiros wine country, the restored village of Mata Pequena, and the volcanic remains at Penedo do Lexim. Tiago has led the route, sharing stories along the way. Finish at Manzwine with a museum and winery tour, six wines, and regional bites. Pickup is available from Sintra, Mafra, or Ericeira.

“The hike with Tiago was fantastic! The route took us through stunning landscapes, charming little villages, and of course the vineyards, which Tiago knew a lot about. He shared lots of fun and interesting stories along the way, and his enthusiasm was contagious. The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly, with plenty of room for jokes and laughs. The wine tasting at Manzwine was also a highlight, with delicious wines and clear, engaging explanations. Highly recommended!”

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9.HIKING around Lisbon: Jurassic Dinosaur Trails of Espichel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3.5 - 5 hours · from $116

Join guide Natalia for a private, easy 4 km hike at Cape Espichel, about 40 km from Lisbon. See 160-million-year-old dinosaur tracks, visit the sanctuary, and pause for local bread and cheese. Hotel pickup, water, and transport are included; the route also reaches Lagosteiros Beach, where swimming is optional.

“I loved seeing an amazing part of the country- not far out of Lisbon- and learning about the history of the area, all while getting exercise! Natalia is very knowledgeable and the hike was beautiful. A great day! Highly recommended!”

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