Terracotta Journeys

22/12/2024

Experience the natural beauty of Portugal, where cork forests and stunning landscapes await. 🌿🚶‍♂️🌳 Watch this CBS video and get inspired by the peaceful trails of this unique destination.

https://youtu.be/I52wWRGK7hk?si=NYlxNqvQtEVA5ybA.

There's no end to the uses for cork, a spongy material that can be used for everything from sealing wine bottles to replacing plastics and building materials...

06/07/2024

📣 Our 2025 departure dates are live! 📆Time to start planning your next walking, hiking or cycling adventure with us. We've already selected the best accommodations, trails and attractions. And to top it off we provide delicious meals with local wines on all of our trips. All you need to do is sign up and join us in Portugal or Spain. Come travel with locals and get the most out of your trip!

🆕 Check out our new tours including Portugal Highlands Walking, Azores Easy Walking, Douro Valley Walking, Taste of Alentejo Cycling and others!

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29/05/2024

After a day of cycling through the golden landscape of central Portugal on our Taste of Alentejo Cycling tour, we topoff the day with a magnificent sunset and delectable desserts. Does this sounds like the perfect vacation for you? We think so! Come and join us on the next trip 🚴🏻.
👉Link in our stories.

25/05/2024

Welcome to the heart of Portugal, where rolling hills, ancient villages, and the soothing rhythm of rural life await. If you’re seeking an off-the-beaten-path adventure, far from the bustling crowds, then lace up your hiking boots for an unforgettable journey through the Portuguese highlands.

Welcome to the heart of Portugal, where rolling hills, ancient villages, and the soothing rhythm of rural life await. If you're seeking an off-the-beaten-path

03/05/2024

☀️Still searching for the perfect vacation this year? Our Portugal Coastal Hiking trip offers the ideal combo of magnificent views, varied hikes, cultural visits in Sintra, the crown jewel of Portugal, and delectable local cuisine. Guaranteed departures:
👉May 26
👉Oct 6
👉Oct 20
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30/04/2024

Come join Isabel on the island of São Miguel in the Azores for a truly unique week of walking, dipping and tasting the best the island offers. Wonder at the other worldly landscape found on these volcanic islands emerging from the Atlantic. We’ll learn about the flora and fauna both on land as well as the rich sea life in the surrounding deep blue waters.

👉Guaranteed departure dates:
• June 2-7 - last call 📯
• Sept 15-20

28/04/2024

Let us show you the wonders of this UNESCO Heritage wine-making region on our Douro Valley Easy Walking tour in Portugal! Imagine yourself relaxing in the vineyards sipping a delicious local wine after enjoying a stimulating morning strolling through terraced hills and visiting such amazing places as the Foz Côa prehistoric engraving site.

👉Guaranteed departure Oct 6-11, 2024. See our website for other 2024 departure dates scheduled to dovetail with our Camino tours.

20/04/2024

What have we been up to recently? Hiking the Camino de Santiago and Portuguese coast AND showing the sites to our friends on local day trips. Look like fun to you? Come join us!
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20/04/2024

👉 Douro Valley Easy Walking

The incredible bounty of this UNESCO Heritage wine-making region awaits you on our Douro Valley Easy Walking tour! Imagine yourself relaxing in the vineyards sipping a delicious local wine after enjoying a stimulating morning strolling through terraced hills and visiting such amazing places as the Foz Côa prehistoric engraving site.

👉Oct 6-11, 2024 guaranteed departure

20/04/2024

Our Camino Hiking and Douro Easy Walking trips both begin in Porto. There are loads of things to do and places to see in this beautiful city in the north of Portugal. Explore on your own or take a walking tour with our partners ☺️

20/04/2024

Our Douro Valley Cycling tour having a ball this week in Portugal enjoying spectacular routes, food, local wines and weather ☀️!

08/04/2024

How Those Colorful Azulejo Tiles Are Made
A tradition dating back centuries survives in Portugal as artists and companies fill private and public commissions for the celebrated designs. Article from: The New York Times.

A tradition dating back centuries survives in Portugal as artists and companies fill private and public commissions for the celebrated designs.

17/02/2024

Looking for the perfect week of R&R? Our Portugal Coastal Hiking trip offers the perfect combo of magnificent views, varied hikes, cultural visits and delectable local cuisine. Guaranteed departures:
👉Mar 17
👉May 26
👉Oct 6
👉Oct 20
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29/01/2024

Craving some fresh air on the sunny side of the Atlantic? Come one, come all on our Portugal Coastal Hiking trip! Last spots available on our March 17 departure. Other dates available as well. Book yours today!

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📸 Photo credit: .4 Pic 1: Lime kiln in Sintra Natural Park; Pic 2: Gooseneck barnacle diver with the day’s catch; Pic 3: Orange cliffs where Sintra mountains meets the Atlantic.

27/01/2024

👉Check out our amazing new Portugal Highlands Easy Walking tour! Last spots still available on our April 7, 2024 departure 😊Discover the best-kept secrets of the Iberian Peninsula on this fascinating walking tour of Portugal’s picturesque countryside. Experience the charm of medieval castles, mountain villages, and ancient shepherd trails. Explore the mining and schist villages of the Açor hilltops and hike through the rugged Serra da Estrela Nature and GEO Park, home to the highest point in continental Portugal. Our knowledgeable local guides will bring the past and present to life, ensuring you have a truly immersive experience. Join us for great hikes, delicious “down to earth” food, and refreshing dips in crystal clear mountain streams. Are you ready?
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