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Full-Day Algarve Tour: Coastal and Interior Delights
4.9
32 Ratings
Alvor
Experience a full-day tour exploring both the coast and interior of the Algarve, featuring a delightful traditional Portuguese lunch and sampling of local delicacies. The tour concludes with a breathtaking view of the coast from 902 meters high at Foia. Suitable for families or groups, with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 18 participants.
Experience a full-day tour exploring both the coast and interior of the Algarve, featuring a delightful traditional Portuguese lunch and sampling of local delicacies. The tour concludes with a breathtaking view of the coast from 902 meters high at Foia. Suitable for families or groups, with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 18 participants.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Ria de Alvor Nature Reserve - Journey through the fishing area of Alvor, where local traditions and customs will be shared, along with a guided tour of the Alvor lifesaving museum.
- Fortaleza de Santa Catarina - After exploring the charming city of Portimão, visit the fortress built in 1621 to protect Portuguese sailors from pirates. Discover…
- Ria de Alvor Nature Reserve - Journey through the fishing area of Alvor, where local traditions and customs will be shared, along with a guided tour of the Alvor lifesaving museum.
- Fortaleza de Santa Catarina - After exploring the charming city of Portimão, visit the fortress built in 1621 to protect Portuguese sailors from pirates. Discover its captivating history and hidden secrets.
- Igreja de Ferragudo - In Ferragudo, a picturesque fishing village with 500 years of history, explore the river area, the local church, and enjoy a stunning view of the São João do Arade castle and the Arade River.
- Silves - Before reaching Silves, the oldest city in the Algarve, conquered by the Moors in 1189, pass through the Arade salt flats and the Harvad vineyard. Learn about the vineyard’s Phoenician origins and the area’s beautiful oranges. Afterward, take time to explore the castle and admire its impressive architecture.
- Passadiços Barranco do Demo - Embark on an exciting journey to the Demo barracks and its suspended bridge, 20 meters above the ground. This thrilling attraction is perfect for the adventurous in the scenic mountainous town of Alferce.
- Alferce - Upon arrival in Alferce, enjoy a magnificent lunch showcasing traditional Portuguese cuisine. Delight in a tasting of the local black pig, followed by the famous traditional Medronho liqueur from the region.
- Monchique - While in the Monchique mountain range, visit this renowned village, the most typical serrano village in the Algarve, and learn about its customs. Discover the world-renowned Portuguese cork and the various products made from it, all while enjoying breathtaking views.
- Mount Foia - The highlight of the journey is Foia, a delightful spot at 902 meters altitude, offering views of nearly half of the Algarve coast. Take the opportunity to explore and purchase local and national crafts. Finally, return to your accommodations, concluding this heartwarming adventure.
What's Included
- Pickup and delivery in Alvor, Portimao, Lagoa, and Carvoeiro
- Typical Portuguese lunch
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and taxes included
- Pickup and delivery in Alvor, Portimao, Lagoa, and Carvoeiro
- Typical Portuguese lunch
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and taxes included
What's Not Included
- tips
- tips
Location
A Lota de Alvor
Rua Doutor Frederico Ramos Mendes
We are waiting for you at the A Lota roundabout, next to the Alvor sports complex
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(32 Ratings)
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Sylvie_a
Jun 30, 2025
Superb day - We had a great day with Arthur. He is passionate and exciting. He walked us on small roads, explained life, the history of the different places we passed. Lots of anecdotes, humor finally a getaway not to be missed!
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Jayne_f
Jun 26, 2025
Wonderfully day trip around the Algarve - We was driven around by Artur who was a very skilled driver and knowledgeable tour guide. We were picked up from our hotel and driven around all the best sights along the coast. Artur was very funny in his tales and gave us a small insight into life in Portugal. We drove up into the mountains and had the best panaramic views. Lunch was included in the trip and we ate freshly cooked fish in a quaint restaurant. Later in the day we stopped at a cafe and had drink tasting & cakes. Very enjoyable, long day but was one of the best excursions we have ever done. Would definitely recommend.
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Inga
Jun 17, 2025
Amazing views and good experience - Made my trip with Nuno today. He was a great host for the day.The trip took me to places and sites I would not have seen- Alvor, Ferragudo, Silves and Moncique. That was amazing experience and Nuno was very knowledgeable, all good explained with local and historic facts. I had amazing lunch to. I highly recommended this company and trip.
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Moose86a
Jun 4, 2025
Our Algarve Experience - Arthur was a fabulous guide. He shared his knowledge of the Algarve and took us to places we never would have thought of.
We had a great day and a delicious lunch in a local restaurant and all thanks to Artur.
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Wayne
May 21, 2025
White glove service with spectacular views and delicious food. - White glove service with spectacular views and delicious food. We had our best day in the Algarve. Nuno is extremely knowledgeable and passion about teaching the history of Portugal. I’ve been to Portugal several times, but learned more in this one day than all the other tours.
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Mobile29696773264
May 18, 2025
Fantastic, comprehensive tour of the Algarve - The private tour shows you everything from local food and drink to local industry. It covers the entire Algarve (many great scenic locations) and the history of the area was so well explained. Can't recommend this enough!
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Karen_c
May 17, 2025
Must-do tour! - Nunu was the best host! Very knowledgeable, great personality making the tour so much fun! He showed us places we never would have seen on our own, teaching us about Portugal & its history. This is a must-do tour of you want to get away from the touristy areas & get the real feel for the Algarve!! Thank you again!
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Christopher_b
May 1, 2025
The amazing Algarve adventure - We had the most amazing day from start to finish we saw and learnt so much about the history of the area we visited so many incredible places . We ate incredible food and as a Chef I really appreciate food cooked with love . Our guide was absolutely fantastic he is a kind knowledgeable and funny guy really easy to be around . I would recommend this amazing adventure to anybody it will stay with us as an amazing memory for a long time to come . Many thanks from my self and my partner Michelle.👍♥️
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Pamelace605yf
Mar 29, 2025
Unquestionably, best road trip ever! - Unquestionably, best road trip ever!
Our guide Nuno was such a great guy. We learned so much about the Algarve, it's history, agriculture and so much more. Lots of fun facts, laughs and wondrous stops along the way. The Algarve offers much more than its renowned sunny beaches.
From a superb view of the central Algarve coast to magnificent panoramic views from Fóia, the highest peak of the Algarve in the magnificent, Monchique mountains.
Lunch was delicious, lots of choice unlike some other tours. Choice of breads, olives and mixed apetisers, kebabs, fish, salads and a selection of tasty desserts all washed down with a rich, mouth-filling sparkling wine, with a delicious creamy texture and vibrant bubbles; made from the Portugese Negramoll grape.
We were taken to a deli on the way back and got to taste some of the finest local delacases. Black pig pork, honey pudding, and locally sourced licor from the Monchique region, made from lemons, honey and carob, offering a symphony of flavors that linger long on the palate.
This is an off-road experience you'll never forget. No long walks, unless you want to, that is. Take the wooden staircases down The Barranco do Demo (meaning ‘Devil’s Gorge’) Or just relax and take in the splendour of the rugged cliffs, waterfalls and valleys beyond.
You're in safe hands with Nuno, he is a competent driver and knows all the best places. Places a regular coach trip could never hope to reach!
Thanks for looking after us Nuno, we had so much fun.
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Discover55686943157
Jul 3, 2025
Private jeep tour of Algarve - We were picked up at our hotel which was great as it wasn’t listed as a pick up point. Our tour guide was Arrtur, who was friendly, funny and very knowledgeable. It was a very hot day, 40+ degrees, so it was hot in the jeep as it was closed top, even with the windows open, and 4 adults! We learnt a lot about the history and the off road drive through the mountain was good fun.
We didn't enjoy lunch, but that was personal preference… it was pork chop or mackerel in a traditional Portuguese cafe bar (with no air conditioning).
It was a full day, visited some interesting places and enjoyed the scenery of the mountains.
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