Algarve à la carte Guided Tour
Discover Silves, Monchique, Sagres and the Costa Vicentina!
Event
Discover the History and Beauty of the Algarve on this full day tour with Portitours, exploring its rich history, dramatic landscapes, and hidden treasures. This carefully designed tour takes you along scenic routes and through lesser-known paths, giving you a deeper connection with Portugal’s past and present.
Algarve à la carte is a full day guided tour, duration is 8 hours.
Itinerary
Silves – The Ancient Capital
Begin in the historic town of Silves, once the Moorish capital of the Algarve. Stroll its narrow cobbled streets, admire the imposing cathedral, and soak up the medieval atmosphere (entrance fees not included).
Monchique Mountains & Caldas de Monchique
Travel upwards into the lush Monchique hills dotted with cork and eucalyptus trees. Stop at Caldas de Monchique, a charming spa village known for its thermal springs with reputed healing powers.
Foia – The Rooftop of the Algarve
Continue onwards to Foia, the highest point in the Algarve at 902m. Breathe the crisp mountain air and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views stretching across the coast and countryside.
Traditional Lunch in Marmelete
Descend into the countryside and stop in Marmelete, a small village, to enjoy a traditional lunch featuring the flavours of the region (lunch is inluded in the tour).
Costa Vicentina – Untamed Beauty
After lunch, head west to the magnificnet Vicentine Coast Natural Park. Discover unspoiled beaches, dramatic cliffs, and sweeping ocean views – a paradise for photography and nature lovers.
Cape St. Vincent and Sagres– The End of the World
Experience the raw power of the Atlantic at Cape St. Vincent, the most southwesterly point in Europe. See the historic lighthouse, one of the most important in the continent, and feel the windswept wilderness once believed to be the edge of the world.
Conclude the day with a visit to Sagres, a typical Algarve fishing town with a sheltered harbour and a strong maritime heritage.
Highlights
Algarve à la carte is available every Monday and Friday, with pick-up from locations across the Algarve from Olhos de Àgua and Albufeira to Lagos.
Advance booking is required - click CHECK AVAILABILITY
Algarve à la carte is a full day guided tour, duration is 8 hours.
Itinerary
Silves – The Ancient Capital
Begin in the historic town of Silves, once the Moorish capital of the Algarve. Stroll its narrow cobbled streets, admire the imposing cathedral, and soak up the medieval atmosphere (entrance fees not included).
Monchique Mountains & Caldas de Monchique
Travel upwards into the lush Monchique hills dotted with cork and eucalyptus trees. Stop at Caldas de Monchique, a charming spa village known for its thermal springs with reputed healing powers.
Foia – The Rooftop of the Algarve
Continue onwards to Foia, the highest point in the Algarve at 902m. Breathe the crisp mountain air and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views stretching across the coast and countryside.
Traditional Lunch in Marmelete
Descend into the countryside and stop in Marmelete, a small village, to enjoy a traditional lunch featuring the flavours of the region (lunch is inluded in the tour).
Costa Vicentina – Untamed Beauty
After lunch, head west to the magnificnet Vicentine Coast Natural Park. Discover unspoiled beaches, dramatic cliffs, and sweeping ocean views – a paradise for photography and nature lovers.
Cape St. Vincent and Sagres– The End of the World
Experience the raw power of the Atlantic at Cape St. Vincent, the most southwesterly point in Europe. See the historic lighthouse, one of the most important in the continent, and feel the windswept wilderness once believed to be the edge of the world.
Conclude the day with a visit to Sagres, a typical Algarve fishing town with a sheltered harbour and a strong maritime heritage.
Highlights
- Travel in comfort by minivan with expert multi-lingual guide
- Easy online booking - click CHECK AVAILABILITY
- Explore Silves and its medieval castle
- Visit Caldas de Monchique spa village
- Take in the views from Foia, the Algarve’s highest point
- Enjoy a traditional mountain lunch (included)
- Discover the wild beauty of the Vicentine Coast Natural Park
- Stand at the edge of Europe at Cape St. Vincent
Algarve à la carte is available every Monday and Friday, with pick-up from locations across the Algarve from Olhos de Àgua and Albufeira to Lagos.
Advance booking is required - click CHECK AVAILABILITY
Available Dates
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Frequently Asked Questions
Portitours is one of the leading activity and tours operators in the Algarve, offering off-road trips, guided tours and cultural tours, boat trips, team building and private tours.
Portitours head office is in Portimão, however, they offer trips, tours and adventures all across the Algarve, fro the Costa Vicentina (west coat) to the east and Ria Formosa. area.
The Jeep Safari is always a best seller - a full day of off-road adventures; Super Day combines a Jeep Safari with a boat trip; By Land & Sea explores the amazing Seven Hanging Valleys walk and amazing Benagil.
Yes, you can book boat trips with Portitours. Discover beautiful Benagil cave, enjoy sunset sailing, or a fun beach BBQ coastal cruise.
Yes. Advance booking is required, you can easily book online or contact Portitours on What's App
Yes, the tours are available in different languages and led by knowledgeable and expert guides, however it is best to check when booking the specific tour you want.
Yes. With Portitours you can visit small farms where honey is produced and medronho (local spirit) is made, you will discover quaint villages, learn about the local flora and age-old traditions.
Yes, Portitours can offer private tours as well as bespoke itineraries to suit your wishes.
Yes. Portitours offers excellent planning, logisitcs and execution of corporate and team events, with their own fleet of vehicles, expert guides and many years of experience in organizing special activities.
Depending on the number of participants, and the itinerary, the guided tours use minibuses, jeeps and buses.
