EVENT: Hiking & Diving - 2 Walks, 7 River Beaches & Pools

DATE OF REALISATION: 22 to 23 August 2026

ENROLMENT DEADLINE : 31st May 2026

EVENT DESCRIPTION: "Hiking & Diving 2025 - Circuit of the 7 river beaches"

In this activity proposal, we'll go on two hikes and discover seven river beaches, with the possibility of several dives. This is the perfect programme for a summer's day. On Sunday we'll walk around the town of Dornes and visit some of the beaches of the Zêzere reservoir. Come with us and you won't regret it! Places limited

These are some of the most important places we'll be visiting during this event: 

• Álvares River Beach
• Sinhel Stream
• Álvares Roman Bridge
• Amiosinho River Beach
• Troviscal River Beach
• Town of Sertã
• Ribeira Grande River Beach
• Town of Dornes
• Dornes River Beach
• Bairradinha River Beach
• Zêzere Reservoir
• Alqueidão River Beach
• Natural landscapes

TIME: Departure from Lisbon at 7am
RETURN: Arrival in Lisbon at 7.30pm

Saturday 22nd August

Walk: "Álvares to Amiosinho Beach"

Points of interest: Ruins of Moinhos, Alvares River Beach, Alvares Church, Amiosinho River Beach, Natural landscapes

The route begins in Alvares, an ancient town with medieval roots, which received a Manueline charter on 4 May 1514. Alvares was the seat of the municipality until 1855, when it was incorporated into the municipality of Góis. Here, you can enjoy the crystal-clear waters of the Sinhel stream at the River Beach. The town also offers other points of interest, such as the Padre Ramiro Moreira Parish Museum of Sacred Art and the Casa do Ferreiro Museum Space. A visit to the pillory, classified as a Property of Public Interest, the chapel of S. Sebastião and the Soito Bridge, which connects to the old EN2, complete the cultural experience.

Level of difficulty of the route: 3 (Scale of 1 to 5)

Route length: 6 kilometres

• We suggest the picnic option, which is the responsibility of each participant

Estimated time: 3 hours

• Troviscal River Beach
• Ribeira Grande River Beach (this beach could be added if there is time and the group is interested)
• Walk in Sertã

- Group Dinner Suggestion

23rd August (Sunday)

Walking: "Walk in Dornes - sentinel of the Zêzere"

Points of interest: Dornes, Torre de Dornes, Praia de Dornes, Lagar de São Guilherme, Albufeira do Zêzere, and natural viewpoints

This walk will take us to see the majestic town of Dornes, as well as the surrounding area, with magnificent views over the Zêzere River reservoir, with many views of the river and the Dornes peninsula.

Level of difficulty of the route: 3 (Scale of 1 to 5)

Route length: 8 kilometres

Estimated time: 2h45

• We suggest the picnic option, which is the responsibility of each participant
• Praia Fluvial da Bairradinha (located on the border between the municipalities of Tomar and Ferreira do Zêzere and the only sandy beach in Castelo do Bode)
• Alqueidão River Beach (Castelo do Bode Reservoir)

17h15 - End of activity and return to Lisbon

Equipment: Footwear and clothing suitable for hiking

Registration fee:

Price includes:

- Transport by coach/bus/tourist van from Lisbon to each of the places described above - see options below
- 2 Walks and the route described above
- Accommodation in a 3-star hotel with breakfast included (and swimming pool)
- The proposed accommodation option includes various room types
- Guided Walks
- Compulsory insurance

50€ (Price per person for the 2-day itinerary, without accommodation or transport)
100€ (Price per person in a double room, without transport)
120€ (Price per person in single room, without transport)
180€ (Price per person in double room and transport)
200€ (Price per person in single room and transport)
Entry fee for seat reservation: 50€

Prices valid until 30th April. From this date onwards, the prices will be increased by 20€.

Notes: 

a) Registrations are limited and accommodation options are limited to availability at the time of booking.

b) If you have a group interested in this trip, contact us, we have personalised solutions.