Self-Drive Holidays Walking The Tranquil Guadiana Grand Route
Self-Drive Walking
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Availability: January - December
Grade: Moderate (4/8)
A Self-Drive Walking Tour in the Guadiana Grand Route (GR15), where you’ll find silent and impressive landscapes in a scarcely populated region. Enjoy independent nature walks and discover the traces of those who lived here for centuries.
The historic villages of Mértola and Alcoutim will be our base, as we follow the River Guadiana winding through the hills and lowlands.
Highlights
- Spectacular nature hikes in the Guadiana Valley Natural Park
- Surprising walks in the little-visited East Algarve countryside and Alentejo
- Rich in wildlife and especially interesting in birdwatching
- The historic villages of Mértola and Alcoutim
- Scarcely populated area
- Ways of life that have disappeared from much of Europe
- The abandoned São Domingos’ Mines
- The amazing Portuguese gastronomy and wines
- Free day for independent exploration
- Includes all the information and services you need, from detailed route notes to car rental, and a 24h hotline