Itinerary
- Day 1
Tavira
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Maria Nova Lounge), Hotel (Hotel Maria Nova Lounge (or similar))
Included Activities
- Explore the charming cobbled streets of Tavira
- Meet tour leader at hotel reception (7 pm)
Optional Activities
- Leisurely al fresco lunch at local cafes in Tavira
- Independent exploration of Tavira's old center
Landmarks Tavira 
- Day 2
Rio Formosa Natural Park - Tavira
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Maria Nova Lounge), Hotel (Hotel Maria Nova Lounge (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided walk through Tavira old town
- Rio Formosa Natural Park exploration
- Walk on Ilha de Tavira beaches
- Praia dos Barril visit with anchor graveyard
- Terra Estreita Beach walk
- Boat ride back to mainland
Optional Activities
- Café, restaurant, or shop visit at Praia dos Barril fishermen's huts
Landmarks Rio Formosa Natural Park Ilha de Tavira Praia dos Barril Terra Estreita Beach Seven-arched bridge, River Gilao 
- Day 3
Azinhal - Odeleite - Castro Marim
- Meals
- Lunch (Traditional Portuguese meal at Casa Merca including homemade soup, chickpea stew, goat cheese, dessert, coffee, wine, and water. Vegetarian options available.)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Maria Nova Lounge (or similar))
Included Activities
- Walk along the Guadiana River from Azinhal to Odeleite
- Traditional Portuguese lunch at Casa Merca in Odeleite
- Visit Castro Marim Templar Castle and explore castle walls
Landmarks Guadiana River Azinhal Odeleite Castro Marim Templar Castle - Day 4
Tavira to Pego de Inferno
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Maria Nova Lounge (or similar))
Included Activities
- Walk to Pego de Inferno waterfall along Gilao River (11km, approximately 3 hours 30 minutes)
Optional Activities
- Swim beneath Pego de Inferno waterfall (seasonal, dependent on water levels)
Landmarks Gilao River Pego de Inferno waterfall - Day 5
Tavira (Flexible Day)
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Maria Nova Lounge), Hotel (Hotel Maria Nova Lounge (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Beach relaxation and swimming in Tavira
- Seven Hanging Valleys trail from Praia do Marinha to Praia do Carvoeiro (challenging walk, 11 kilometres/6.8 miles, approximately 3 hours 30 minutes)
- Walk to Tavira lighthouse
- 30-minute Fado performance with introductory film in Tavira
- Day trip to Ayamonte, Spain by boat
- Day trip to Ayamonte, Spain by train
Landmarks Praia do Marinha Praia do Carvoeiro Ayamonte 
- Day 6
Sao Bras de Alportel
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Maria Nova Lounge (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided walk through cork oak forests on the scents track
- Tour of Monterosa Olive Oil producers estate including groves, mill, and factory
- Olive oil tasting at Monterosa
Optional Activities
- Coffee and sweets stop at Tesouros da Serra estate
Landmarks Serra de Caldeirao Sao Bras de Alportel Monterosa Olive Oil Producers Tavira - Day 7
Olhão - Culatra Island - Farol
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Maria Nova Lounge), Hotel (Hotel Maria Nova Lounge (or similar))
Included Activities
- Explore Olhão fish and vegetable market
- Ferry ride to Culatra Island (approximately 30 minutes)
- Walk through Culatra Island and sand dune system along wooden walkways (5km, approximately 1 hour 30 minutes)
- Boat ride back to mainland from Ilha do Farol
Landmarks Olhão fish and vegetable market Culatra Island Ria Formosa National Park Ilha do Farol (lighthouse) 
- Day 8
Tavira
Optional Activities
- Explore the ancient Moorish town of Tavira and its colourful cobbled streets
- Airport transfer to Faro airport (around 40 minute drive)
Landmarks Tavira
