I am keen for a challenging walk that is social, just checking that this is a suitable walk? How much luggage can we bring to be transported with us each day? And last question is if I could stay in Sagres on the last night instead of returning to Lisbon?

With regards to your query about walking, please see the daily walking distance below, Day 02 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 10 km or 4 hours with an elevation gain of 150 m. Day 03 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 12 km or 4.5 hours with an elevation gain of 200 m. Day 04 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 22 km or 7 hours with an elevation gain of 400 m. Day 05 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 19 km or 7 hours with an elevation gain of 550 m. Day 06 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 20 km or 5 hours with an elevation gain of 300 m. You need to bring your main piece of luggage as well as a small to medium backpack for day's walks (20-25 litres). One with waist strap would be most comfortable for all included walks. We strongly recommend keeping the weight under 15 kg (33 lb). Also, please note that your trip ends at the below joining point hotel. Hostel SunStay Estrada Nacional 268 Sitio do Poço, 8650-375 Sagres Sagres PORTUGAL

What are the hiking distances and elevation each day.

Day 02 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 10 km or 4 hours with an elevation gain of 150 m. Day 03 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 12 km or 4.5 hours with an elevation gain of 200 m. Day 04 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 22 km or 7 hours with an elevation gain of 400 m. Day 05 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 19 km or 7 hours with an elevation gain of 550 m. Day 06 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 20 km or 5 hours with an elevation gain of 300 m.

How many kilometers are walked on this trip?

Day 2: Your walking distance today will be approximately 10 km. Day 3: Your walking distance today will be approximately 12 km. Day 4: Your walking distance today will be approximately 22 km. Day 5: Your walking distance today will be approximately 18 km. Day 6: Free Day. Day 7: Your walking distance today will be approximately 20 km.

what is the single room supplement

A single supplement is available at an additional cost of $870, if you prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability.

Could you please indicate in the itinerary how many km we'll be making in any given day? It's not clear from the description of the tour. Also, we'd like to know the names of the hotels where we'll be staying.

Day 2 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 10 km. Day 3 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 12 km. Day 4 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 22 km. Day 5 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 18 km. Day 7 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 20 km.

Can I get a room to myself? And if so, what is the additional cost?

A single supplement is available From $700 if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability.

How many miles walking is this trip?

How much would it be to stay in Sagres one xtra night? and would that be a problem getting to Lisbon afterwards?

Does the luggage get transferred?..as I would not be able to carry it .. even if it is 35 lbs

Your luggage will be transferred between your accommodation each day, meaning you'll only have to carry a day pack, and your luggage will be waiting at your hotel. We strongly recommend keeping the weight between 15kg / 33lb. Most travellers carry their luggage in a backpack, although an overnight bag with a shoulder strap would suffice if you travel lightly.

How many miles and how difficult are the daily hikes?

Day 1 Lisbon. Day 2 Porto Covo to Vila Nova de Milfontes approx. 20km. Day 3 Vila Nova de Milfontes to Almograve aprox 12km. Day 4 Almograve to Zambujeira do Mar approx. 22km. Day 5 Zambujeira do Mar to Odeceixe approx. 18km. Day 6 Free Day in Aljezur. Day 7 Vila do Bispo to Sagres approx. 20km. Day 8 End after breakfast.

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Day 1
Lisbon
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- Stroll through Alfama neighbourhood
- Visit São Jorge Castle
- Dinner with group at local restaurant
- Post-dinner walk around Lisbon
Landmarks
Alfama
São Jorge Castle
Day 2
Lisbon to Vila Nova de Milfontes
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Breakfast
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- Malhão to Vila Nova de Milfontes guided walk
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- Refreshing dip in the ocean at Vila Nova de Milfontes
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Malhão
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Vila Nova de Milfontes to Almograve
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Breakfast, Lunch (Typical seafood lunch featuring fresh catch from the fish market - shrimp, clams, hake, or whelk)
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- Boat ride through Mira River
- Vila Nova de Milfontes to Almograve guided walk
- Typical seafood lunch in Almograve
Landmarks
Mira River
Praia das Furnas
Almograve
Day 4
Almograve to Zambujeira do Mar
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Almograve to Zambujeira do Mar guided walk
- Capela de Nossa Senhora do Mar evening walk
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- Pack homemade picnic and watch sunset at Capela de Nossa Senhora do Mar
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Zambujeira do Mar
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Day 5
Zambujeira do Mar to Azenha do Mar
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Breakfast
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- Zambujeira do Mar to Odeceixe guided walk
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- Relax on the beach at Azenha do Mar
- Explore Azenha do Mar at own pace
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Alteirinhos Beach
Carvalhal Beach
Machados Beach
Amalia Beach
Azenha do Mar
Rota Vicentina
Day 6
Vila do Bispo to Sagres
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Vila do Bispo to Sagres guided walk
Optional Activities
- Dinner and cerveja with group in Sagres
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Vila do Bispo
Cabo de São Vicente
Sagres
Day 7
Lisbon
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Breakfast

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Alfama
São Jorge Castle

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Malhão
Aivados Dunes
Malhão Dunes
Vila Nova de Milfontes

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Mira River
Praia das Furnas
Almograve

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Zambujeira do Mar
Capela de Nossa Senhora do Mar

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Alteirinhos Beach
Carvalhal Beach
Machados Beach
Amalia Beach
Azenha do Mar
Rota Vicentina

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Vila do Bispo
Cabo de São Vicente
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Jeanette
November 11th, 2025
The group was a good size. Tour leaders were excellent. Needed more time in some places such as Salamanca. Spain.
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June 14th, 2025
Loved this experience - so happy I chose this route and decided to travel with Intrepid for my first Camino....
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May 18th, 2025
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Alyssa
Asked on March 22nd, 2026
I am keen for a challenging walk that is social, just checking that this is a suitable walk? How much luggage can we bring to be transported with us each day? And last question is if I could stay in Sagres on the last night instead of returning to Lisbon?
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Tour Details
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2026
  With regards to your query about walking, please see the daily walking distance below,
  
  Day 02 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 10 km or 4 hours with an elevation gain of 150 m.
  
  Day 03 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 12 km or 4.5 hours with an elevation gain of 200 m.
  
  Day 04 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 22 km or 7 hours with an elevation gain of 400 m.
  
  Day 05 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 19 km or 7 hours with an elevation gain of 550 m.
  
  Day 06 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 20 km or 5 hours with an elevation gain of 300 m.
  
  You need to bring your main piece of luggage as well as a small to medium backpack for day's walks (20-25 litres). One with waist strap would be most comfortable for all included walks. We strongly recommend keeping the weight under 15 kg (33 lb).
  
  Also, please note that your trip ends at the below joining point hotel.
  Hostel SunStay
  Estrada Nacional 268 Sitio do Poço, 8650-375 Sagres
  Sagres
  PORTUGAL
J
Jeff
Asked on November 15th, 2025
What are the hiking distances and elevation each day.
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2025
  Day 02 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 10 km or 4 hours with an elevation gain of 150 m. Day 03 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 12 km or 4.5 hours with an elevation gain of 200 m. Day 04 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 22 km or 7 hours with an elevation gain of 400 m. Day 05 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 19 km or 7 hours with an elevation gain of 550 m. Day 06 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 20 km or 5 hours with an elevation gain of 300 m.
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Megan
Asked on December 17th, 2024
How many kilometers are walked on this trip?
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024
  Day 2: Your walking distance today will be approximately 10 km. Day 3: Your walking distance today will be approximately 12 km. Day 4: Your walking distance today will be approximately 22 km. Day 5: Your walking distance today will be approximately 18 km. Day 6: Free Day. Day 7: Your walking distance today will be approximately 20 km.
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Carrie
Asked on December 10th, 2024
what is the single room supplement
Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024
  A single supplement is available at an additional cost of $870, if you prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability.
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Andrea
Asked on December 6th, 2024
Could you please indicate in the itinerary how many km we'll be making in any given day? It's not clear from the description of the tour. Also, we'd like to know the names of the hotels where we'll be staying.
Accommodation
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024
  Day 2 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 10 km. Day 3 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 12 km. Day 4 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 22 km. Day 5 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 18 km. Day 7 - Your walking distance today will be approximately 20 km.
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Don
Asked on March 28th, 2024
Can I get a room to myself? And if so, what is the additional cost?
Accommodation
Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2024
  A single supplement is available From $700 if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability.
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Veronica
Asked on January 18th, 2024
How many miles walking is this trip?
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  Veronica
  Traveler•Written January 2024
  How much would it be to stay in Sagres one xtra night? and would that be a problem getting to Lisbon afterwards?
- V
  Veronica
  Traveler•Written January 2024
  How would you handle it if I could not go as planned? do you get a full refund?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2024
  Day 1: Lisbon - Arrival Day. Day 2: 10km walk. Day 3: 12km walk. Day 4: 22km walk. Day 5: 18km walk. Day 6: Optional 5-15km trails. Day 7: 20km walk. Day 8: No walks.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2024
  Hostel SunStay (Single) $180.00 per night. The hotel is 1h30 min drive from Faro Airport. You can rent a car or book a private transfer. Lagos is 30 minutes away from Sagres.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2024
  Cancellation policy: 56+ days before departure - deposit held as credit. 31-55 days - 30% cancellation fee. 30-15 days - 60% cancellation fee. 14 days or less - 100% cancellation fee.
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Annie
Asked on August 13th, 2023
Does the luggage get transferred?..as I would not be able to carry it .. even if it is 35 lbs
Tour Details
Transport
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2023
  Your luggage will be transferred between your accommodation each day, meaning you'll only have to carry a day pack, and your luggage will be waiting at your hotel. We strongly recommend keeping the weight between 15kg / 33lb. Most travellers carry their luggage in a backpack, although an overnight bag with a shoulder strap would suffice if you travel lightly.
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  Annie
  Traveler•Written August 2023
  If your a single can you get a room by yourself?
- A
  Annie
  Traveler•Written August 2023
  How do you get back to Lisbon after the trip is over?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2023
  Yes, we can arrange a single supplement for you through out the tour with an additional charge. Please note this is subjected to availability. Do let us know by the time you book the tour to have this arranged for you.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2023
  The trip ends in Sagres, Portugal and we only provide transfer from the trip ending hotel to the airport (which is the closest).
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Jason
Asked on April 14th, 2022
How many miles and how difficult are the daily hikes?
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2022
  Day 1 Lisbon. Day 2 Porto Covo to Vila Nova de Milfontes approx. 20km. Day 3 Vila Nova de Milfontes to Almograve aprox 12km. Day 4 Almograve to Zambujeira do Mar approx. 22km. Day 5 Zambujeira do Mar to Odeceixe approx. 18km. Day 6 Free Day in Aljezur. Day 7 Vila do Bispo to Sagres approx. 20km. Day 8 End after breakfast.

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