Silves and Monchique - Semi-Private from Albufeira

Delve into the best of the Algarve, while not having to worry about driving and parking between popular spots.

We will provide you with as much local knowledge, history, culture and tips as possible. Then, in each place, you will also have time on your own to explore.

For semi-private tours WE DO NOT PICK UP from different points..

Therefore, this tour starts at a single meeting point, at the public parking lot in front of the Vila Galé Cerro Alagoa hotel (across the street) at 9:00am and ends at the same point at about 4:30pm.

The times for each stop must be met.

When in Silves, we will park by the river then we`ll lead you walking to the castle.

When in Monchique, we will park outside the town, then we`ll lead you walking to the center of the town, giving you tips.The guide will then set up a meeting point for pick up, and from there the customers will have more than 2 hours to enjoy Monchique on their own.

Thank you for your understanding.


Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Silves, Silves, Faro District, Algarve

Situated overlooking the town below Silves Castle is considered the best preserved of the Moorish castle in Portugal

Silves' red sandstone castle, which dominates the town, was built by the Moors who held the Al-Gharb (Algarve) region from the 8th to 13th centuries. During this time, Silves (known at the time as Xelb) became an important centre of trading and culture and was the capital of the Al-Gharb.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Monchique, Monchique, Faro District, Algarve

Monchique is best visited on foot. A walk trough the steep streets of the town centre is rewarded with the views of magnificent hills, glimpsed between houses, and moments of calm in unsuspected corners.

We will park outside the town, then we`ll lead you walking to the center of the town. The guide will then set up a meeting point for pick up, and from there the customers will have more than 2 hours to enjoy Monchique on their own.

Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes

Stop At: Caldas de Monchique, Monchique 8550-998 Portugal

Caldas de Monchique (often called Termas de Monchique), it is a village but also a spa resort.

The quality of the water in the hills, called “sacred water” by many, has been famous since the time of the Roman occupation of the peninsula. There are eight springs from which the water comes with a PH of 9.5 – the most alkaline in the country.



Duration: 30 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"Not recommended for people who can barely walk. This tour has quite a few walking tours."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 09:00 AM
Duration: 7 Hours 30 Minutes
Start location: Hotel Vila Galé Cerro Alagoa, Rua Do Municipio. Lote 26, 8200-916 Albufeira, Portugal

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Bottled water
• Liability and Personal Accident Insurances
• Toll / Parking fees
• Entry/Admission - Caldas de Monchique

Not Included

• Lunch - Given the diversity of people, we try to provide the best restaurant tips. Of course, you can also bring your own snack/lunch.
• Fees to Castles, Monuments, museums...

Facilities