According to the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler magazine, the Fishermen's Trail is one of the 6 most beautiful coastal trails in the world. The route runs right along the wild rocks of the Atlantic, along one of the best-preserved coastlines in southwestern Europe through the enchanting Alentejo region. This adventure will give you the opportunity to experience the real Portugal. We will walk along pristine beaches and traditional fishing villages. We will taste wine and seafood. And most importantly: the entire journey will take place along the Atlantic Ocean, where it is very beautiful and warm.
These are the places that still smell like the "real" Portugal, where it is quiet, there is no fast food and crowds of tourists. Villages away from the tourist routes of the southern Algarve. Cozy towns with white and blue houses are waiting for you. You will need to carry water with you, from village to village, which will be along the route at the beginning and end of the day. Every day we will walk 15-20 km in the sand - a comfortable distance to walk at a quiet pace and admire the beauties. The route is divided into stages, at the end of each stage there is necessarily a small village or town.
We do not cancel or shift groups. If the manager approved the purchase of a ticket, you can surely buy it. The hike will not be canceled due to our fault.
Experienced Kuluar teamleaders will accompany the group on all route, will make the trip as safe and unforgettable as possible!
A manager will help you prepare for the trip and answer all your questions
More than 12,000 participants have already gone to the mountains with the Kuluar and 97,8% were satisfied.
Meet the group in Lisbon, check into the hostel. We get acquainted and go for a walk around the city.
Lisbon is a city that inspires. We recommend walking in Lisbon or taking the old yellow streetcar to get a real sense of the atmosphere of this city. We leave our backpacks in the hostel and take the 28 streetcar to Alfama, which is the soul of the city. It is the second oldest district in Europe. Alfama consists of narrow streets and alleys that go up and down with buildings finished in azulejo ceramic tiles. From here we have a view of the Tagus River. Next we move to the center for a ride on the Santa Justa elevator. From the top there is a panorama of the entire Baixa district, with views of Rossio Square, St. George's Castle, Se Cathedral and the Tagus River. It is possible to climb to the top platform. The bus from Lisbon leaves from the Estação de Sete Rios bus station. Closer to 19:00 we get to Odesaix. Check-in at the hostel.
The morning begins with breakfast, but before we head out along the ocean, we take a walk in the narrow streets of Odesaisha and go up to the windmill, one of the few that still works and can be visited. Around the windmill there are wooden paths and benches where you can sit and admire the city.
Next we are waiting for a fascinating 15-kilometer circular route to the ocean through the dunes. In the evening, dinner.
Distance: 15 km. Approximate duration: 4.5 hours.
Today is one of the most challenging days. You're going to love it. The route will be along the ocean, so the day will be filled with the noise of the waves. There will be many grottos along the way. The trail follows wooden decks that run along the beach dunes and are laid out along the Atlantic Ocean. They will lead us directly to the village of Zambogeira do Mar.
Distance: 18.5 km, 7 hours in the hiking.
The trail is flat, with many little bird paw prints on the sand, storks on the rocks, and the sweet scent of pine needles. The sun bounces off the turquoise waves of the ocean. It's a nice day.
The high cliffs throughout this part of the trip are nesting grounds for more than twenty species of birds! These include the eider, elk, common kestrel, "clear" rock dove, white stork, peregrine falcon, and black shrike. We will spend ample time stopping and observing these birds.
After trekking - check in to the hostel. And in the evening we will go to the beach - the sunsets in Portugal are fantastic.
Distance: 22 km, 7 hours in the hiking.
The trail passes by the ocean in some places and near farmland in others. There will be time to observe the birds and the ocean. Vila Nova de Milfontes is a small beautiful town where we will spend the night and, grabbing some delicious wine, celebrate the end of another day on the beach, gazing at the sunset.
Distance: 15.5 km, 5.5 hours in the hiking.
This is the last day of the trek. The ocean and the wind are still with us. They complement each other, remaining good friends. As, hopefully, do you and I after such a beautiful journey.
The route will be along the ocean along scenic cliffs among fabulous bays. Incredible views of the ocean will make us stop and pull out our camera more than once. I promise that the ocean will not bore you, on the contrary, you'll catch yourself thinking that you miss it. In the evening you check in to the hostel and have dinner in a cafe in the fishing village of Porto Covo.
Distance: 20 km, 8 hours in the hiking.
Проснувшись утром, можно не спеша собраться, прогуляться по пляжу в Порто Кову (Porto Covo). Сегодня заканчивается наше путешествие и мы уезжаем в столицу на автобусе в 11:05. Через два часа желающие могут продолжить знакомство с Лиссабоном.
The manager will advise you on equipment, help you choose the best flight, share information on hotels and excursions. You make payments and purchases yourself. If you want the manager to buy a ticket for you, then this is possible, but for extra money, because this is a big responsibility. More in the article: additional services and service fee
Depending the weather conditions, condition and general wishes of the group, the teamleader has the right to make changes to the route.
For citizens of Ukraine to visit Portugal sufficient biometric passport, insurance and return ticket (you may be asked these documents at the airport). We provide the necessary documents and help with the paperwork. It is not as scary as it may initially seem ;)
To take part in the tour you must have no illnesses from this list >>.
After the Fishermen's Trail in Portugal - Rota Vicentina, we recommend the following routes:
As always, we recommend buying tickets in advance, but only after our confirmation of your participation in the hike.
From Kiev we fly direct with Wizz Air, SkyUp Airlines or with a connecting flight with LOT, KLM. From Kiev there are flights with one or more transfers. See what's more convenient for you - it's faster to get there or save 50-70 euros. Direct flights are provided by UIA, Wizz Air, SkyUp Airlines, Lufthansa, and TAP air Portugal. With a change of plane - LOT, KLM. Note that most European low-cost airlines do not include luggage in the initial price of the ticket. It is necessary to choose a package with luggage, or to order it as a separate item.
Getting to Lisbon from the airport is very simple, because the airport is located within the city. Take the metro - it is the cheapest way to get to the hostel, buy a Pass 24 Hours - metro / bus, streetcar, funicular Carris - 6,40 € from the machine at the entrance to the metro.
To find the most convenient flight option, compare prices on aggregator sites, and check directly with the airlines. Don't be afraid to take 1-2 days to spare. Sometimes it's cheaper than taking a ticket for the exact dates of the trip, even with accommodation and meals in Portugal.
Our recommendations for airline ticketing services can be found in this article.
You need good insurance to participate in the program. Please do not neglect this item. For some participants, it saved thousands of dollars. You can find our recommendations for taking out insurance here: "Insurance for Kuluar hikers"
The group meets in Lisbon. Detailed information on the meeting place and the contacts of the guide will be sent to you 7-10 days before the start of the hike, be sure to check your email!
Accommodation on the route is in colorful small towns. These are hostels/hotels in one- or two-story buildings; rooms for 4-6 people with internet, hot water, laundry facilities, and breakfast.
Breakfast at the hotels, for lunch the teamleader purchases food for snacks for the whole group. Dinner participants choose according to their wishes and preferences - this is a great opportunity to taste the local delicacies. Dinner is not included in the cost of the hike.
Please note: It is not the manager's job to select a separate flight for each participant. The manager gives general recommendations based on his/her experience and shares the flights of other participants, so that you can fly together. It's up to the participant to select and purchase his own convenient airfare. If you want a manager to buy you a ticket, book a hotel or an extra excursion, read the terms and conditions on the page: additional services.
The total amount of additional expenses not included in the price will be about 250 € - depending on how to eat in the cafes and how many souvenirs to buy. In a cafe you can have dinner for about 20 € (at a time). It is advisable to have 100 - 200 € in reserve on your card just in case.
To book a place in the group you need to pay a prepayment of 250 euros. We recommend to do it as early as possible. Methods of payment and conditions of return in case of refusal or descent from the route here. The rest of the sum you mast give to the teamleader at the first day of the program.
