Two weeks in Aljezur gives you something a one-week trip can't: time to slow down. You'll learn the tides, find your favourite beach, discover the restaurant you keep coming back to, and explore beyond the surf. The second week is where the trip stops feeling like a holiday and starts feeling like living here.
Here's how to make the most of fourteen days.
Week 1: Find your rhythm
The first week is about getting comfortable with the area, the waves, and the daily routine. If you've read our one-week itinerary, this follows a similar shape — with more breathing room.
Day 1: Arrive and settle in
Your gear is already at your accommodation — we deliver before you arrive. Unpack, check the boards, try on the wetsuits. Walk your neighbourhood and get oriented. If you're in Vale da Telha or Arrifana, drive down to the beach to see conditions and plan tomorrow.
Evening: Pont'a Pé in Aljezur for your first dinner. The cataplana is the thing to order.
Day 2: Arrifana
Start at the area's best all-round beach. Arrifana works on most tides, handles a range of swell sizes, and has zones for different levels. Arrive early — before 9am — when the wind is calmest.
Evening: Walk to the old fortress ruins above Arrifana for sunset along the cliff path.
Day 3: Monte Clérigo
Try a different beach. Monte Clérigo is gentler and wider, especially at low tide. Good for building confidence or surfing with kids. Explore the rock pools on the north end when the tide drops.
Lunch: Seafood at one of the village restaurants — simple, fresh, and fairly priced.
Day 4: Rest day — Aljezur town
Your arms need a break. If it's Saturday, the morning market (9am–1pm) is the highlight — local cheese, honey, fruit, and bread. Walk up to the castle, get coffee at Mira da Serra, and browse the shops. If it's not Saturday, the town is still worth half a day.
Day 5: Amoreira
A river-mouth beach break with more power and variety than Arrifana. Best on mid-to-low tide with a moderate swell. Intermediates and above will enjoy the challenge; beginners should revisit Arrifana or Monte Clérigo instead.
Day 6: Back to your favourite
By now you'll know which beach suits you best. Go back. Familiarity breeds better sessions — you'll read the waves faster and catch more.
Day 7: Vale Figueiras or second rest day
If you're feeling strong, drive out to Vale Figueiras — a long, empty beach down a partly unpaved road. No facilities, no crowds, consistent surf. Bring water and food. If your body's asking for a break, take it. You have another full week ahead.
Week 2: Go further
The second week is what makes a two-week trip special. You know the home beaches now — time to explore.
Day 8: Board swap day
Two weeks of surfing means your ability will shift. If you started on the 8'6 longboard and feel ready for something shorter, now's the time. Our Full and Premium two-week packages include a mid-stay board swap — message us and we'll bring a different board to your door.
Surf Arrifana on the new board. It's familiar enough that you can focus on adjusting to the equipment rather than the wave.
Day 9: Day trip to Sagres
Take a day off the water and drive south to Sagres, the southwestern tip of continental Europe. About an hour from Aljezur.
Visit the fortress (€3 entry), walk the dramatic headland, and see the lighthouse at Cabo de São Vicente — the most southwesterly point of mainland Europe. The wind here is always impressive.
Lunch: Fresh fish in Sagres village. Simpler and cheaper than the tourist spots near the fortress.
Day 10: Surf Carrapateira
On the drive back from Sagres, or as its own trip, surf Bordeira or Amado beach near Carrapateira. These are south of the Aljezur area and offer a different coastline — wider bays, different sandbars, and a slightly different swell exposure. Amado is a popular surf school spot with reliable beginner-friendly waves. Bordeira is huge and wild at low tide.
Day 11: Rest day — Rota Vicentina
Walk a section of the Fisherman's Trail (Trilho dos Pescadores), one of Europe's finest coastal paths. The stretch from Arrifana south to Carrapateira is about 18 km — 4 to 5 hours of dramatic cliff walking, wildflowers, and solitude.
Drive two cars and leave one at each end, or walk a shorter out-and-back section. The trail is well-marked and doesn't require special gear — just decent shoes and water.
Day 12: Lagos day trip
Lagos is 30 minutes south and the nearest proper town. It has a different character to Aljezur — a historic harbour, a lively old centre with cobbled streets, and the famous Ponta da Piedade sea caves.
What to do: walk the old town, take a boat trip to the grottoes (€20–30, runs from the harbour), and stock up at the larger supermarkets for your final days.
Day 13: Your call
By day 13, you know the area. Surf your favourite spot. Revisit a restaurant you liked. Drive down an unpaved road you haven't tried. Or do absolutely nothing — lie on the beach at Monte Clérigo and read a book. Two weeks earns you an unstructured day.
Day 14: Final session and pickup
Get out early for one last surf. Morning sessions on the last day always seem to produce something memorable.
We'll collect the gear from your accommodation in the afternoon or the next morning, timed to your checkout.
Tips for two weeks
- Pace yourself. Surfing 14 days straight will wreck your shoulders. Take at least 2–3 rest days. The day trips above are designed around that.
- Cook more in week two. By now you know the supermarket and the market. Self-catering saves money and lets you eat on your own schedule. The cost savings over two weeks are significant.
- Move with the conditions. Two weeks gives you enough time to wait for the right day at the right beach. Don't force it — there's always tomorrow.
- Try dawn patrol at least once. Getting in the water at 6:30am, before anyone else, is one of the best things about the Algarve coast.
- Shoulder seasons are ideal. September and October give you warm water, building swell, and thin crowds — perfect for an extended stay. Check our seasonal guide.
FAQ
Is two weeks too long for Aljezur?
Not if you like surfing, nature, and a slow pace. The area has enough variety in beaches, day trips, and hiking to fill two weeks without repeating much. Most people who stay two weeks say they'd do it again.
Can I swap my board mid-trip?
Yes. Our two-week Full and Premium packages include a mid-stay board swap at no extra cost. If you've progressed from a longboard to wanting something shorter, or vice versa, just let us know and we'll bring a different board.
What's the best base for two weeks?
A self-catering villa in Vale da Telha or a rental in Aljezur town. You'll want a kitchen for longer stays, and a central location makes the day trips easier. See our accommodation guide.
How much does two weeks cost?
Roughly €1,000–2,200 per person depending on your style. We break it all down in our full cost guide.
Two weeks, one delivery. Send us your dates and we'll have everything set up at your door — including a board swap halfway through if you want one.