Full-Day Tour The Best of the West in Algarve - Private Tour
Silves, PT
80% of travellers recommend this
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Duration 10 hours
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Private Tour
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Includes pickup and drop-off
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Experienced guide
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Air-conditioned vehicle
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Available in English, French, Portuguese
Explore the Algarve's hidden gems on a private full-day tour, from historic Silves to stunning coastal views at Cabo de São Vicente.
Featured Reviews
Included
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Air-conditioned vehicle -
Pick up and drop off service
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Experienced and professional guide
Excluded
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Lunch -
Entrance fees to monuments, museums and any other entrance fees
Explore the Algarve's hidden gems on a private full-day tour, from historic Silves to stunning coastal views at Cabo de São Vicente.
Highlights
- Visit the picturesque Castle of Silves
- Experience the healing properties of Caldas de Monchique
- Enjoy the breathtaking views from Mount Foia
- Savor a traditional Algarve meal in Monchique
- Explore the famous rock formations of Ponta da Piedade
Pickup
Check if pick-up is available from your location, you will select during checkout (providers may allow other pickup locations)
What to expect
Silves
During your free time at the Medieval City of Silves, you will have the opportunity to see the follow: - Castle of Silves, which is one of the castles represented on the Portuguese flag. - Silves Cathedral - Traditional/Local market
95 minutes
Caldas de Monchique
Caldas de Monchique is a spa town in the Monchique Mountains in the Algarve region of Portugal. It has been famous since Roman times for its waters, which supposedly have healing properties. It was also used as a seasonal retreat for Portuguese royalty. It has recently gained more international recognition, particularly for health tourism, but also for its landscape and architecture.
55 minutes
Admission Not Included
Monte Foia
With an elevation of 902 metres (2,959 ft) and a topographic prominence of 739 metres (2,425 ft), Fóia is the highest mountain of Algarve, Portugal. It is part of the Serra de Monchique. There is a paved road right to the summit which is topped by several telecommunication facilities including the Radar Station Number 1 of the Portuguese Air Force. On a clear day the Atlantic Ocean is visible.
40 minutes
Admission Not Included
Monchique
Stop for lunch on a Local Restaurant
90 minutes
Ponta da Piedade
Ponta da Piedade is a headland with a group of rock formations along the coastline of the town of Lagos, in the Portuguese region of the Algarve. Consisting of yellow-golden cliff-like rocks up to 20 meters high, they are one of the most famous touristic attractions of Portugal. Several grottos in Ponta da Piedade can be visited by boat. The location also contains a lighthouse, dating back to 1913.
30 minutes
Admission Not Included
Cape Saint Vincent
Cape St. Vincent is a headland in the municipality of Vila do Bispo, in the Algarve, southern Portugal. It is the southwestern most point of Portugal and of mainland Europe. Cape St. Vincent was already sacred ground in Neolithic times, as standing menhirs in the neighborhood attest. The ancient Greeks called it Ophiussa (Land of Serpents), inhabited by the Oestriminis and dedicated here a temple to Heracles. The Romans called it Promontorium Sacrum (or Holy Promontory). Strabo, in his Geography calls this cape the most western tip of the known world and reports the place was considered magical. Common people believed the sun sank here hissing into the ocean, marking the edge of their world, which Strabo qualifies as "common and vulgar reports" and attributes to Posidonius
40 minutes
Lagos
Lagos is a city and municipality at the mouth of Bensafrim River and along the Atlantic Ocean. The city of Lagos has a population of approximately 22,000. Typically, these numbers increase during the summer months, with the influx of visiting tourists and seasonal residents. While the majority of the population lives along the coast and works in tourism and services, the inland region is sparsely inhabited, with the majority of the people working in agriculture and forestry. Lagos is one of the most visited cities in the Algarve and Portugal, due to its variety of tourist-friendly beaches, rock formations (Ponta da Piedade), bars, restaurants and hotels, renowned for its vibrant summer nightlife and parties. Yet, Lagos is also a historic centre of the Portuguese Age of Discovery, frequent home of Henry the Navigator, historical shipyard and, at one time, centre of the European slave trade. In 2012, travel website TripAdvisor, classified Lagos as the number one travel destination.
75 minutes
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller -
Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What our experts say
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Try the local liqueurs at Foia. -
Lunch at O Lagar in Monchique is fantastic.
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Visit the local market in Silves.
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Don't miss the sunset at Cabo de São Vicente.
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Bring a camera for Ponta da Piedade.
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