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Half Day Historical Tour to Silves and Monchique

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Discover the Moorish influences with a visit to the city of Silves and its castle, from the XI century, one of the Moorish fortifications in the Algarve. Excursion also has a pleasant visit to Caldas de Monchique, famous for its waters and wonderful landscapes. We also have the climb to the highest point in the Algarve, Foia de Monchique with its 902 m altitude and a complete view of the Algarve.
  • WiFi on board
  • Driver / Guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Collection and delivery at the Hotel in Albufeira
  • Entrance to the Castle of Silves - €2.80 per person
Departure Point

8200 Albufeira, Portugal Depart from your Hotel or location in Albufeira. If you are outside the Albufeira area we can arrange a meeting point in Albufeira.

Return Details

8200 Albufeira, Portugal Depart from your Hotel or location in Albufeira. If you are outside the Albufeira area we can arrange a meeting point in Albufeira.

  • Silves, Silves, Portugal
    Visit the city of Silves, the former Moorish capital. Al-Shilb was the city of Silves during Muslim rule. After several attempts to win back the city from the Muslims, only in 1242, D. Paio Peres Correia finally won it back to the Portuguese. In Silves we will have the opportunity to visit the Castle and its Cathedral.
    30 minutes
  • Castelo de Silves, Silves, Portugal
    Castelo de Silves most beautiful example of Islamic military architecture in the country. The first fortifications built at the Castle of Silves may have originated in the Roman period.
    30 minutes
  • Silves Cathedral, Silves, Portugal
    Visit the former cathedral site, this may have been built on the site of an ancient mosque. Mostly built in the 15th century and classified as a national monument in 1922. Magnificent place where we can enjoy history.
    30 minutes
  • Caldas de Monchique, Monchique, Portugal
    Visiting the Monchique thermal springs are located in the interior of the western Algarve. The place is recognized since the time of the Roman Empire. The Monchique hot springs are fed by sources, providing super alkaline water, with a pH of 9.5.
    30 minutes
  • 8550-232 Monchique, Portugal
    In the same place we can see the Chapel of Santa Teresa, better known as Chapel or Chapel of Caldas de Monchique, was built in 1940.
  • Mount Foia, Monchique, Portugal
    Visit to Serra de Monchique is a mountain range in the west of the Algarve, whose highest point, Foia, with 902 m altitude is the highest in the Algarve. Where we can see the magnificent panoramic landscape of the mountains. Great place for photos and enjoy nature.
    30 minutes
  • Monchique, Monchique, Portugal
    Visit to Vila de Monchique, in the center of two great mountains. Monchique enters history with the presence of the Romans in Caldas de Monchique. Traditional Algarvian village since 1773, where we can see its regional architecture.
    30 minutes
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Jorge_N
07 Apr 2023
Very nice trip. Sergio was very knowledgeable and easy to understand. We definitely recommend it. We had just the right time at every stop to enjoy it.
Extraordinary656589
01 Apr 2023
Kiva puolipäiväretki. Kuljettaja/opas oli huumorintajuinen ja ystävällinen.Saimme paljon tietoa ja vastauksia kysymyksiimme.Viihdyimme.
Chanel_H
10 Mar 2023
Loved the tour! Sergio (I hope I spelled it correctly) was really nice and gave us a great tour of the villages and the mountains. Would absolutely do it again!
This tour in Albufeira is organized by Coast and Country Tours

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