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Hidden Secrets of Algarve & Alentejo, Self-drive

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Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Faro

    Start point
    Aeroporto de Faro (FAO), Aeroporto de Faro, Montenegro, Faro, Portugal (Car pick up at Faro Airport)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Dom Bernardo)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Faro Municipal Museum to learn about the city's seafaring history from Roman times to present
    • Explore Igreja do Carmo, the Algarve's most prized historical church with Portuguese Baroque architecture
    • Visit Capela dos Ossos (Chapel of Bones) and learn about monks' lives and philosophy
    • Stroll through picturesque streets of the old town
    Landmarks
    Arco da Vila
    Faro Municipal Museum
    Igreja do Carmo
    Capela dos Ossos
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  2. Day 2

    Faro to Silves

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Colina dos Mouros)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Castle of Silves, evidence of the town's historical wealth and importance
    • Explore Silves Cathedral
    • Visit Roman Bridge
    • See Cruz de Portugal monument
    • Try typical local cake called Morgado de Silves (almond and chilli candy with soft eggs and royal icing)
    • Walk through alleys and streets to admire Arabic elements and decorative azulejos tiles
    Landmarks
    Castle of Silves
    Silves Cathedral
    Roman Bridge
    Cruz de Portugal
  3. Day 3

    Silves to Beja

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Vila Galé Clube de Campo)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Medieval Castle from the 13th century
    • Explore Rainha D. Leonor Regional
    • Visit St. Mary of the Market Church
    • Drive to the charming village of Serpa and admire beautiful architecture and historic walls
    • Visit Aljustrel, a tranquil Roman village with green valleys and rocky hills in the Alentejo region
    Landmarks
    Medieval Castle of Beja
    St. Mary of the Market Church
    Serpa
    Aljustrel
  4. Day 4

    Beja to Évora

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Vitória Stone)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Templo de Diana (Diana Temple)
    • Visit Catedral da Sé (Cathedral)
    • Visit Capela dos Ossos (Chapel of Bones)
    • Explore why Évora was chosen by Portuguese kings as their residence
    • Try local gastronomy including Migas con Carne (leftover bread soaked in water, garlic and spices combined with braised pork)
    Landmarks
    Templo de Diana
    Catedral da Sé
    Capela dos Ossos
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  5. Day 5

    Évora

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Vitória Stone)

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll down narrow streets and absorb the romantic atmosphere
    • Explore hidden corners of the city
    • Enjoy local sweets and dishes at one of the local restaurants
    • Visit Museu de Évora to learn about local culture and why the city is so welcoming and charming throughout the centuries
    Landmarks
    Museu de Évora
  6. Day 6

    Évora to Tavira

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Vila Gale Tavira)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Alcoutim Castle
    • Visit Church of Nossa Senhora da Conceição
    • Visit river beach, Praia Fluvial do Pego
    • Explore ruins of Roman settlements in Alamo and Montinho das Laranjeiras
    Landmarks
    Alcoutim Castle
    Church of Nossa Senhora da Conceição
    Praia Fluvial do Pego
    Alamo Roman Settlement
    Montinho das Laranjeiras
  7. Day 7

    Tavira

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Vila Gale Tavira)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Tavira tower
    • Visit Castle of Tavira
    • Visit Church of Misericordia
    • Explore island beaches easy to reach from the village
    • Wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets with traditionally tiled houses
    Landmarks
    Tavira Tower
    Castle of Tavira
    Church of Misericordia
  8. Day 8

    Tavira to Faro

    End point
    Aeroporto de Faro (FAO), Aeroporto de Faro, Montenegro, Faro, Portugal (Car drop off at Faro Airport)
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