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Portugal is popular getaway for sun-starved Europeans and any traveler interested in beaches, culture and history.\u00a0 But don’t let the postcard pretty scenery fool you, there’s lots of adrenaline-fueled activities to experience in this captivating country. \u00a0From climbing mountains to roaring down racetracks, Portugal has got enough high energy excursions to satisfy the most jaded visitor.\u00a0 For a dose of daring, check out these exhilarating Portugal activities.<\/p>\n

RELATED<\/strong>: 18 great places to travel in 2018<\/a><\/p>\n

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Pena Palace in Sintra | Photo: R. Cummings-Yeates<\/p><\/div>\n

Climb a mountain topped by a palace
\n<\/strong>Perched atop the Serra de Sintra, <\/em>\u00a0the crayon-colored Pena Palace <\/a>\u00a0is a UNESCO World\u00a0 Heritage Site and one of Portugal’s most iconic landmarks. Surrounded by a sprawling 494-acre forest, most tourists hop a bus to reach the top of the mountain where the palace is located, but more adventurous travelers can also hike it. The Sintra hills are steep and uneven\u00a0 but the lush vegetation and striking views make it worth it. Climb 850 feet to arrive at the jaw-dropping 19th century castle covered in painted tiles, carvings and religious iconography.<\/p>\n

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The Autodromo | Flickr CC: Tiago J. G. Fernandes<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

Race a Porsche down the Autodromo
\n<\/strong>After visiting the pristine beaches and fishing villages of the Algarve region, head to the Autodromo Internacional do Algarve,<\/a>\u00a0for some fast-paced fun. The facility offers a go-kart track, an off-road track and a racing school that supplies a choice of a Honda, Audi or Porsches to race. Live the ultimate race car dream of swerving in a Porsche while the scenery of the South Coast whips by as you glide down the track for two laps. You can also snag driving lessons for speed-demon circuit racing.<\/p>\n

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Aerial view of old town of Porto<\/p><\/div>\n

Grab a high flying helicopter view of Portugal<\/strong>
\nFloat over Portugal\u2019s spectacular Algarve coastline in a scenic helicopter ride.<\/a> Pull on the headphones and hold on as the pilot dives down for close up views of beaches and countryside. Learn about this sea-faring nation\u2019s long history with maritime industries as you fly through the clouds and over historic landmarks.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

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Landscape in Douro Valley<\/p><\/div>\n

Bike through vineyards<\/strong>
\nRoll through the verdant hills and fields of Portugal\u2019s wine country on a bike tour that will supply a whole different perspective. Opt for a guided tour through the Douro Valley<\/a>, the world\u2019s first demarcated wine region, where you can visit historic villages, back roads and wine cellars or you can try a more leisurely self-guided tour <\/a>and sip a little more of the region\u2019s famous wines.<\/p>\n

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