Travel to Portugal
Upon arrival in Faro, you will be met by our local representative in the airport before being transferred to your hotel.
At Leisure
Today there will be a welcome meeting at your hotel. During the meeting your guide will provide lots of tips and information about the local area to help get your holiday off to a great start! You will also receive suggestions of ways to spend your free days to suit your specific interests.
You will have the day at leisure to relax at your hotel, stroll and get to know your surroundings.
Optional Wine Tour
Why not indulge yourself in a wine tour during your holiday ? This pre-bookable excursion is a great way to get to know Portuguese regional wines and wine-making processes, while discovering the Algarve countryside and its traditions. You’ll visit the historic hill town of Silves, taking a leisurely walk along cobbled streets to the impressive Moorish castle located at its highest point. Here you can enjoy a Port wine tasting and some free time to explore. Follow this with a visit to a family-run vineyard and winery where there will be tastings of red, white and rosé wines along with a typical Portuguese petisco (snack) of chouriço (cured sausage), smoked ham and cheeses.
Entrance into the Castle is extra from €2.80 per person.
Half day.
Pick up and drop off included at your hotel.
Duration: 4 hours
Morning
Lagos
Enjoy a full day excursion which includes a guided tour of the town of Lagos, taking in its historic centre and wonderful panoramas.
Afternoon
Sagres
In the afternoon you will visit Sagres and Cape St. Vincent, where Portugal’s famous explorer Henry the Navigator set off on his voyages of discovery. From this rugged cliff top setting you can admire great views of the unspoilt Western Algarve.
At Leisure
Today, you will have a day free to enjoy the sea views and take in the local atmosphere.
Morning
Silves
This morning, visit the well preserved historic town of Silves, an inland gem filled with beauty and history, with its Moorish castle and cathedral.
Along the way, you’ll travel through the Algarvian countryside and will discover some of its most beautiful and traditional villages.
Afternoon
At Leisure
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at your hotel or take a trip to the nearby beach.
At Leisure
Today, you will have a day free to relax and take in some further sightseeing at your own pace.
You might like to spend some time in the town centre and pick up some souvenirs. Afterwards, enjoy a cool drink outside one of the small bars that line the streets, and watch the world go by.
Morning
Faro Town & Loulè
On today’s half day excursion, you’ll depart for Loulè, a traditional Portuguese town, including a walking tour, visiting the farmers market selling local produce, the town centre and the church of Our Lady of Conception where you can admire the beautiful blue and white glaze tiles. Continue on to Faro, capital of the Algarve region. Explore its cobbled lanes, quiet squares and pedestrianised streets, dotted with historic churches and small shops.
Afternoon
At Leisure
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at your hotel or take a trip to the nearby beach.
Return Home
Today, you will transfer from your hotel to the airport for your flight home, with guide assistance.