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Faro is the best-known city in Portugal’s deservedly famous Algarve region. There’s an archaeological museum and a “Bishops’ Palace,” a Renaissance cathedral that was heavily bombed during World War II, but later rebuilt. Nearby in Estoi are Roman ruins, and Albufeira, also nearby, is a formerly quaint fishing village influenced by the Moors in the 8th century. It’s situated in a cliffside location, and has become famous for its beaches (there are 20) and nightlife.
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1. The Historical West Algarve - Day Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Wonder back in time to the era of the Portuguese Discoveries. We start our day tour in Silves, Algarve's Moorish capital, visit Lagos, and finish in Sagres, on the southwestern tip of Europe. Find secret places and special moments off the beaten path and discover the Algarve others do not know about!
Inclusions: The tour rate includes all taxes, personal guide/driver with car, hotel pick-up and drop-off., There are no hidden costs. , Gratuities for your tour guide are not included in tour fares, are payable at your discretion, Please be at your hotel lobby/ pick-up address at the time noted. , IMPORTANT: If you wish a different pick-up location you must inform us (extra fees apply).
Exclusions: Gratuities for your tour guide are not included in tour fares, are payable at your discretion, and are greatly appreciated.
Reviewed By kkirksilva
Very well organized. Easy walking in low lying coastal Algarve, staying in the same hotel throughout. We enjoyed having the same driver, Antonio, for airport transfers and journeys to the start of daily walks. A suggestion for us Americans - if you included miles along with km.
2. Lagos and Carvoeiro - Private from Faro
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
A knowledgeable local guide will take you on memorable tour. Lagos Old Town Ponta da Piedade Carvoeiro Beach Algar Seco Rock Formations
Inclusions: Liability and Personal Accident Insurances, Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off From Faro + Toll / Parking fees, Mandatory Licenses: RNAAT 743/2016 and RNAVT 6326
Exclusions: Approx. 1h free time for lunch on own. Due the diversity of people, we try to provide the best different Lunch restaurant tips. You can also bring your own Snack/Lunch., Monuments, Museums,etc. Entrance Fees.
Reviewed By michellecedr
We got to see such beautiful views today and learnt so much about the places and history around them thanks to our knowledgeable guide Gabriel! Highly recommend this trip. It is quite a long way from Faro but Gabriel ensures that the drive is entertaining as well.
3. Lagos and Sagres - Private from Faro
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
A knowledgeable local guide will take you on memorable tour. Lagos (Old Town) Ponta da Piedade . Sagres Cape Saint Vincent Lagos (Old Town) Ponta da Piedade Sagres Cape St. Vincent
Inclusions: Liability and Personal Accident Insurances, Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off From Faro + Toll / Parking fees, Mandatory Licenses: RNAAT 743/2016 and RNAVT 6326
Exclusions: Approx. 1h free time for lunch on own. Due the diversity of people, we try to provide the best different Lunch restaurant tips. You can also bring your own Snack/Lunch., Monuments, Museums,etc. Entrance Fees
Reviewed By kembleton
Gabriel is lovely, he kept in touch in the run up to pick up which was at our hotel in Albufeira, He is an excellent guide and knows a lot about the area and history, He understood what we liked and showed us areas where we could photograph and enjoy, We enjoyed lunch in a little cafe in Tavira with a local sandwich and beer, He even stopped off at home and grabbed us a few oranges from his families orange trees, If you want a tour with someone who is friendly, reliable and knows Portugal then Gabriel is your man
4. Algarve Beauties cave Tour - Benagil cave and Marinha beach from Faro
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4.9 based on 21 reviews
This experience is unique because We are going to take you to the most beautiful places of the Algarve in one day , plus you do some adventurous sport (swimming) together with the assistance of the instructor and the bodyboard into the Benagil cave. When we get inside the cave you gonna have your phone to take pics in the cave ; and our second stop is praia da Marinha that is considered in the top 10 beaches in europe by the national geographic , but why? Because of its unique breathtaking views, you can have snorkeling equipment to swim abit or just enjoy the views or if you are hungry get some snacks. After that we get back to faro . . This is an experience that you will never forget and that you must do if you are in the Faro and surrounding areas
Inclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, bodyboard equipment, Waterproof bag for your phone , Neoprene , Air-conditioned vehicle, Safety jacket , Instructor assistance , sun umbrella
Exclusions: Lunch, Breakfast
Reviewed By NickA296
Given the inclusions, I had it in my head that this was meant to be a boat trip, but despite my misunderstanding, it was well worth it! We were picked up from a central spot in Faro, where everyone was provided with hand-sanitiser and instructed to wear masks for the duration of our drive. On arrival at the caves, we were told that conditions weren't great, but our instructor was happy for us to try an bodyboard inside if we felt comfortable enough. I'm glad we all gave it a go because we were the only tour that had been granted access which made for an even better experience once we were inside! Be warned, it was a bit of an effort to beat the waves and get into open water before we could venture across, but our guide made it really easy for us and kept us relaxed, helping us arrive as safely as possible one-by-one. He even brought all of our phones across in a sealed pack so we could take photos once we'd arrived. We each had our own life-jacket, body-board and flippers to make it even easier. The second drop-off was a beautiful beach just up the road and was a nice bonus! The guides were really helpful and understanding of our needs and were happy enough to drop us off at a different beach of our choosing instead of back in Faro (though we did have to pay extra).
5. Dolphin Watching + 4 Islands Tour - From Faro
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4.8 based on 9 reviews
We offer you a Full day of adventure ,where you can enjoy the beauty of Dolphins and discover the 4 islands of the Ria Formosa Natural Park . The observation of the Dolphins is made on our Oceanic coast and the discovery of the 4 Islands is in the Natural Park of Ria Formosa. We Stop at Farol Island, Culatra Island where you can have lunch at a typical fisherman's restaurante in the island community or take your Pic-Nick, nest we go to Hangares Island to observe Oyter Culture, and finally we stop at Deserta Island. We return to Faro with a different lanscape of the Natural Park , as there is a difference in the tide , changing the whole scenery of Nature in our Ria Formosa.
Inclusions: Professional Skipper, Life Jackets, Masks to snorkeling, Time to Lunch in Culatra Islands
Exclusions: Food and drinks., Marine biologist.
Reviewed By iveter
Wonderful 5 hour boat tour alonga Ria Formosa with stops at Ilha Deserta, Ilha do Farol, ilha da Culatra and oyster site. Great guide ! Ilha Deserta with pristine beach and birds Ilha do Farol, great walk to the lighthouse and Beach, shopping through the Villaça. Ilha da Culatra, great site, with harbor,, walk, Beach, fishing village and good restaurants. Sites of oyster cultive. A must do tour with excelente tour operador, Estrela da Ria. Highly recommended!
6. Benagil Cave tour from Faro
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4.6 based on 58 reviews
Algarve Beauties is the only service in Faro that provide a tour to the Marinha beach and the cave of Benagil. We are unique because we offer excitement and some adventure to the mix. You will do some bodyboard and see the most amazing places in the Algarve. If you come to the Algarve book one day with us for a day you will remember forever!
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, snorkeling equipment, Bodyboard Equipment, Water proof bag for phone, Safety Jacket, Private lifeguard assistance , sun umbrella
Exclusions: Snacks, Lunch
Reviewed By Wanderer818725
What a great trip! It was so nice to visit the Benagil cave & Marinha beach during this low season, the guide/instructor was super friendly & helpful and I enjoyed the trip a lot, thank you!
7. 4 Stops 4 Islands & Ria Formosa Natural Park - From Faro
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4.5 based on 26 reviews
Visit The Ria Formosa Natural Parque in a confortable catamaran and discover the 4 beautiful islands with 4 Stops : Deserta Island, Farol Island, Culatra Island an Hangares Island. You can snorkeling, walking near the ocean , enjoy a typical lunch on Culatra Island and observe the culture of oysters. ( Free Masks ) ( lunch not Included - you can bring your Pick Nick)
Inclusions: Professional Skipper, Masks to snorkeling, Life Jackets, Morning Tour : 5 hours (10h00) | Afternoon Tour : 4hours (14h00 & 1600)
Exclusions: Drinks and Food
Reviewed By World_Traveller2301
Greatest tour! Pudim is the perfect guide! He explained us a lot of things, he gave us indications on what to do when we had our stops and even though we were the only couple on the boat, he did an excellent job!
8. Lagos, Sagres & Cape St.Vincent Half-Day Bus Tour
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3.4 based on 14 reviews
Discover the allure of Lagos and Sagres on a half-day trip to the West Algarve with an expert local guide! After a hotel pickup, travel to the lively seaside town of Lagos and see its enticing collection of sights. Pay a visit to Antonine Museum inside the Church of St Anthony (Igreja de Santo António) to see historical local relics, and stop at the Statue of Prince Henry the Navigator to learn of Lagos’ links to the Age of Discoveries. Explore the village of Sagres, perched on Europe’s southwestern most tip. All entrance fees are payable at your own expense.
Inclusions: Hotel pick up & drop-off: If pick up at your hotel is not available a near location will be provided, Professional Multilingual Guided tour to Lagos, Sagres and Cape St.Vincent., Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks
Reviewed By dinequaas
The tour delivered exactly what it offered. Pick-up from our hotel was on time. The tour guide offered some information about the area and Loulé itself while driving to town. That being said, the market was a bit underwhelming. I had hoped to see more artisan stalls and handicrafts. Overall, I am glad to have taken a tour to see a bit of a different sight of the Algarve.
9. Quarteira Market and Marina Vilamoura Half Day Tour
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3.0 based on 1 reviews
Don’t miss the gypsy market in the beautiful fishing village of Quarteira and enjoy the opportunity to be amazed by the largest marina in Europe - Vilamoura.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pickup & drop-off: If pick up at your hotel is not available a near location will be provided
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By dinequaas
The tour delivered exactly what it offered. Pick-up from our hotel was on time. The tour guide offered some information about the area and Loulé itself while driving to town. That being said, the market was a bit underwhelming. I had hoped to see more artisan stalls and handicrafts. Overall, I am glad to have taken a tour to see a bit of a different sight of the Algarve.
10. Best of the East: Faro, Olhão, Tavira and Cacela Velha
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2.7 based on 9 reviews
Explore the peaceful East Algarve with its charming towns, elegant architecture and sights steeped in history. This must-do day trip includes guided tours to the old town of Algarve capital - Faro, Olhão and the charming Tavira city - “Venice of Algarve” with 37 churches and houses with peculiar roofs named “4 águas”, you will also have time to shop or visit on your own the Castle of Tavira: a ruined monument believed to date to Neolithic times. Enjoy free time to soak up the laid-back pace of the region in the fishing town of Olhão, pass by Gilão River and take your breath away with a stunning view in Cacela Velha. Make use of a hotel pickup and drop-off service that covers hotels all over Algarve West region, from Quarteira to Alvor.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup & drop-off: If pick up at your hotel is not available a near location will be provided, Professional Multilingual Guided tour to Faro, Olhão, Tavira and Cacela Velha, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Admission Fees
Reviewed By dinequaas
The tour delivered exactly what it offered. Pick-up from our hotel was on time. The tour guide offered some information about the area and Loulé itself while driving to town. That being said, the market was a bit underwhelming. I had hoped to see more artisan stalls and handicrafts. Overall, I am glad to have taken a tour to see a bit of a different sight of the Algarve.
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