There is so much to do and see in the Algarve that it is practically impossible to discover it all in a single trip.
To explore the whole of the Algarve from one place, the ideal place is the Central Algarve. Whether you stay in Albufeira, Carvoeiro, Armação de Pêra, Portimão or Vilamoura is very easy to get to both Sagres on the far end of the Western Algarve or Vila Real de Santo António on the Portuguese/Spanish Border in the Eastern Algarve.
Away from the bustling tourist centers, there are also quite a few interesting inland towns like Silves and Loulé both with historic attractions including medieval castles. Up in the hill of Monchique you will see a way of life that has disappeared from much of Europe. Days revolve around the seasons: gathering provisions for winter; collecting chestnuts and picking berries to make the local firewater. Olives, oranges, carobs and almonds are pulled from the trees and sold at markets.
Walking tours, cycling tours, water activities, bird watching or genuine cultural experience, whatever the theme and motivation are, we will assist you in customizing the program according to your style, pace and budget.
Don't miss :
- Visit the Castle of Silves, the best preserved in the Algarve;
- Albufeira and its grottos;
- Visit a winery in the region;
- Visit a Citrus fruit farm, learn about the process of growing citrus fruit, pick some oranges while walking around the farm;
- Monchique & Caldas de Monchique geothermal springs;
- Loulé market, inspired by North African designs;
- Cork Route in São Brás de Alportel