Portugal offers a wide range of adventure tours for travellers from the UK who enjoy outdoor activities and exploring the country's natural beauty. You can browse through the Portugal trips listed below for examples of adventure tours you could experience. If other kinds of trips also interest you, our Portugal tours listings will show up some great cultural holidays, river cruises and solo traveller packages.

Adventure Tours in the Azores

The Azores are a group of nine volcanic islands located in the mid-Atlantic Ocean. A guided walking tour is an excellent way to explore the islands and experience their famed natural beauty. You can hike through lush forests, along rugged coastlines, and around volcanic craters. Along the way, you can visit hot springs, waterfalls, and traditional villages. Madeira, which is less far out in the Atlantic Ocean, provides similar adventures and volcanic scenery.

Adventure Holidays in Portugal

A cycling tour is a wonderful way to explore the Algarve’s beautiful beaches, quaint villages, and fertile countryside. You can ride through scenic coastal roads, rural backroads, and rugged mountain trails. You can also visit historic towns and taste the delicious local cuisine. Lots of destinations in Europe offer similar adventures, particularly those on the Mediterranean and Adriatic, such as Spain, Italy and Croatia.

Portugal Active Trips and Adventures

Porto is a vibrant city located in the north of Portugal. It is home to some excellent surfing and kayaking spots, such as Matosinhos Beach and Douro River. You can take a surfing or kayaking lesson, rent equipment, and explore the coast and river. You can also visit the city's historic landmarks, such as the Ribeira district and the Dom Luís I Bridge.

Adventure Holidays in Madeira

Madeira is a volcanic island located in the Atlantic Ocean. It offers some spectacular hiking and climbing opportunities, such as Pico Ruivo, the island's highest peak, and the Levada Walks, a network of irrigation channels that crisscross the island. You can also visit the island's historic towns and taste the local cuisine.

For all our active trips around the planet, see our guided adventure trips, selected with the British traveller in mind. You will see that Portugal is a great destination for adventure tours, with a wide range of outdoor activities to suit different interests and fitness levels.

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