History of Algarve full-day trip
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History of Algarve full-day trip

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$57.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Portuguese
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Learn about the influence of the Moors and the Arabs in the Algarve
  • Visit Silves with its castle and cathedral, and climb the Serra de Monchique to Fóia
  • See the landmarks of the city of Lagos and reach Cabo de São Vicente
What to expect

During this full-day visit to Algarve, you’ll learn more about this region, its history and its cultural influences.

In Silves, the former Moorish capital, you can visit the oldest part of the city where the largest castle in the Algarve and the oldest Cathedral are located. Climb the Serra de Monchique to Fóia, visiting the highest point of the Algarve, with time for spectacular photos. On your way down, you'll have time to make a stop for lunch.

In the afternoon you'll visit Lagos, where sightseeing includes the former slave market dating back to the 15th century, the golden church of Santo António, the fortress and the old town. The tour continues to Cabo de São Vicente, the most south-western point of Europe, once known as "the end of the world". Landmarks include the great lighthouse, the great fishing port of Baleeira, and the fortress of Sagres, formerly home to the School of Navigation founded by Prince Henry the Navigator.

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What's included
  • check Guided tour
  • check Roundtrip transportation
  • check Pickup and drop-off from designated areas
Where
Meeting point:
Pickup service from Quarteira area. You'll receive instructions for arranging your pickup after booking.
What to remember
  • Infants (age 0-5) can join the tour for free. Please remember to reserve your free ticket when you book the tour
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Provider
CITYRAMA Portugal
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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