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
This morning, set off on a full day excursion which includes a visit to the charming town of Lagos. After a stop to see the spectacular rock formations at Ponta da Piedade, you’ll travel along Lagos Bay where countless ships set sail in times gone by. Your guide will then accompany you on a walking tour of the town centre, passing places of historic interest including the church of Saint Anthony. After this, there will be free time to stroll through the cobbled streets, browse the souvenir shops and enjoy some lunch at one of the many cafes.
Afternoon
Sagres
In the afternoon, depart for the fishing town of Sagres where Portugal’s famous explorer Henry the Navigator embarked on his voyages of discovery. The tour then continues to Cape St. Vincent, the most south-westerly point of Europe’s mainland and home to a powerful lighthouse. Enjoy breath-taking views of the unspoilt western Algarve from this rugged cliff top setting, known as ‘The End of the World’, before returning to your hotel.
At Leisure
Today, you will have a day free to enjoy the sea views and take in the local atmosphere.
Morning
Silves
Set off for a morning visit to Alte, a typical Algarve village that has existed since the time of Roman occupation. In this picturesque, peaceful place with its springs, waterfalls and ancient bridge, take a walking tour through cobbled streets lined with whitewashed houses that are decorated with lattice work and colourful borders.
From Alte, continue to the well-preserved historic town of Silves, former capital of the Algarve and the most important city in the south of Portugal during Moorish times. You’ll cross the Arade River, with a stop to see the impressive Roman bridge, then take a guided walk through the historic centre to see the Town Hall Square, the massive defensive walls and the Gothic Cathedral. There will also be time to shop for local handicrafts and a visit to the town’s market before returning to the coast for an afternoon at leisure.
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.