Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
This is a day of discovery and history! Our route follows lesser travelled paths, giving you a discerning view of Portugal’s past and present.
We travel to the town of Silves. Here there is time to visit the impressive cathedral and to wander the narrow streets(entrance fees not included).
From here we continue our ascent into the Monchique Mountain. We will visit the charming little spa village of Caldas de Monchique, with springs of proven medicinal properties. Following the winding road, we reach the highest point in the Algarve – Fóia – standing at 902m above sea-level.
Downhill then from Fóia, crossing the countryside and stopping in the small village of Marmelete where you have time to enjoy lunch in one of the local restaurants (included).
After lunch we go straight to Costa Vicentina, to visit some magnificent beaches .
Then it’s on to the ‘end of the world’ – Cape St. Vincent.
Passage through Sagres, a typical fishing village and its sheltered fishing port.
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Castelo de Silves, Silves, Portugal Visit the castle which dates from this period and affords magnificent views over the surrounding countryside. 30 minutes
Monchique, Monchique, Portugal We continue our ascent into the Monchique Mountains, a haven of green undulating hillsides, majestic cork trees and pungent eucalyptus groves.
Mount Foia, Monchique, Portugal Standing at 902m above sea-level. The views here are dramatic and the air incredibly pure. 10 minutes
Carrapateira, Carrapateira, Portugal Visit some magnificent beaches where you can have some time to walk around take some excellent pictures, relax and enjoy the view.
Cape Saint Vincent, Cape Saint Vincent, Portugal Then it’s on to the ‘end of the world’ – the town of Sagres – famous home to Prince Henry’s School of Navigation. At Cape St. Vincent (Europe’s most south western point) a tiny lighthouse perches atop the cliffs and braves the elements. Breathe the invigorating sea air and marvel at the vastness of the landscape. 30 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
debbiewhitehead55
12 Apr 2023
We had an amazing time exploring the land destinations of The Algarve with a wonderful guide, Tom, who was extremely knowledgeable about the area. Also extremely trustworthy! We highly recommend “Algarve a la Carte” to anyone visiting The Algarve!
688wendiem
25 Mar 2023
What a wonderful day! Informative, fun, great lunch included! Fantastic driver who could switch between English and German effortlessly!
Tim R
15 Mar 2023
Great trip , in a small mini bus , to see montains and the spectacular west coast.
The driver was very knowledgeable and gave a running commentary , and information about life in this area.
Includes a typical lunch in the mountais which was excellent
This tour in
Portugal
is organized by
Portitours - Unique Experiences
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