
MARCH 2027 · 1 - 14 MARCH · 14 DAYS
Wintering in Ferragudo - March
Two weeks by the river — your base to explore the Algarve
Can't do a full month? March in Ferragudo offers everything you love about wintering in the Algarve, in a two-week format. River views, great facilities, guided hikes and cultural visits. The train is 10 minutes on foot, so you can explore the whole Algarve on your free days.
March is when the Algarve starts to bloom. Wildflowers on the clifftops, warm afternoons and the quietest trails of the season.
Where you'll stay
AH Riverside is for those who want comfort without compromise — and the freedom to explore. A beautifully restored sardine cannery on the banks of Rio Arade, with river views, full spa facilities and a train station 10 minutes on foot. Wake up, have breakfast on the terrace, watch the boats go by. Then go wherever you feel like.
AH Riverside Hotel ⭐⭐⭐⭐
We chose AH Riverside for its unique setting and its feel. A beautifully restored sardine cannery overlooking Rio Arade, with river views from the studios and apartments. Spacious, warm and fully equipped — full kitchen, living room, dining area. Everything you need to settle in properly for a month.
FACILITIES: The hotel restaurant and terrace overlook the river — open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. As Kiki Trips guests you receive a 10% discount at the restaurant and bar. Train station 10 minutes on foot, supermarket and local restaurants within easy reach.
SPA & WELLNESS: Full access to indoor and outdoor pools, sauna, Turkish bath, jacuzzi and gym — all free for guests. Massages and spa treatments available with a 10% discount for Kiki Trips guests.
CLEANING: The cleaning team comes by regularly to clean the apartment and change towels and sheets. A laundry facility is available for your personal use.
Your winter program in the Algarve
Embark on unforgettable hikes through breathtaking landscapes and stunning scenery. Our intermediate-level trails typically cover around 12 kilometers, with shorter and longer options available to suit every pace. Expect an average of 200 meters of climbing, so a basic level of fitness is recommended. Some paths are gentle and easy-going, while others offer a bit more of a challenge with longer stretches or trickier terrain, like soft sand or loose rocks. But don't worry, we leave no man behind!
→ The river path from the hotel is one of Kiki's favourite morning walks.
→ We will offer a cut-off or shorter version of the hikes if possible. We're happy to try our best to make sure everyone can join.
In two weeks, we fit in 3 guided hikes per week, 1 cultural visit per week, a briefing and intro hike on arrival day, and a farewell lunch on your last Saturday. Welcome drinks and the weekly Friday after-hike drinks are included throughout.
HIKES
Parts of Rota Vicentina in the Natural parc of Costa Vicentina (aka Fisherman's trail)
Parts along the Via Algarviana (inland Algarve)
Lots of cliff hikes passing through fantastic old fisherman's villages like Burgau, Ferragudo, Praia da Luz, Salema, Monte Clérigo, Carvoeiro
More inland we will be hiking around Silves and Monchique famous for oranges and medronho licor
The Islands of Ria Formosa are an annual must. Peaceful, no cars, only accessible by boat
→ Kiki Trips is well known for finding the most beautiful paths, the hidden tracks, guiding you to places only locals know. Experience a remarkable variety of routes, from serene walks through pine and eucalyptus forests, to breathtaking cliffside trails and peaceful beach paths, all immersed in unspoiled nature.
DAYTRIPS
Exploring all the corners of the Algarve: Tavira, Silves, Loulé, Olhao, Aljezur, Sagres,...
Small traditional villages, watching sunsets, boat trips, wine tasting, farmers markets, Fado concerts…
Souvenir shopping and lots of terraces in the sun
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Olive grove Tour & tasting
Baking your own Pastel de Nata
Artisanal Sardine factory Tour & tasting
Grotto boat tour
Wine tasting
Visit the Cork factory
E-bike tour
Stargazing with astronomer and telescope
Rockpool workshop
Painting traditional Portuguese tiles (Azulejos)
→ We carefully select authentic experiences with respect for the local culture, history and tradition.











