Alvor Trip Overview
Explore the eastern part of Algarve for a taste of local traditions and historical landmarks. See different types of architecture based on the several people who left their mark in the region. Do not forget to try the local gastronomy and to bring the camera for stunning photos…
* Starting from January 2nd 2020 there will be some changes to this tour:
Castro Marim, Vila Real de Santo António, Cacela Velha: these locations will NOT be included anymore.
Olhão (and its market) and Santa Luzia will replace the above locations.
Additional Info
* Duration: 8 hours
* Starts: Alvor, Portugal
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Alvor, Faro, Portugal
Explore the eastern part of Algarve for a taste of local traditions and historical landmarks. See different types of architecture based on the several people who left their mark in the region. Do not forget to try the local gastronomy and to bring the camera for stunning photos…
* Starting from January 2nd 2020 there will be some changes to this tour:
Castro Marim, Vila Real de Santo António, Cacela Velha: these locations will NOT be included anymore.
Olhão (and its market) and Santa Luzia will replace the above locations.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Mercado de Olhao, Mercado Avenida 5 de Outubro Sea Side Center, Olhao 8700-306 Portugal
On this tour, you will travel to the eastern part of the Algarve region. Do like the locals and pay a morning visit to the Olhão Market, where you’ll get to know the biggest fishing community in the Algarve and the fresh products sold here (fruits and regional products, fish, meat, etc.).
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Castelo de Tavira, Largo Abu-Otmane, Tavira 8800-606 Portugal
Our next stop is the small town of Tavira, one of the most beautiful and picturesque in the whole Algarve. Its entire historical center and typical houses form an absolutely charming picture, not to mention the castle or the iconic Roman bridge that connects the two banks of the river Gilão.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ponte antiga sobre o Rio Gilao, Praca da Republica Santa Maria, Tavira 8800-316 Portugal
Our next stop is the small town of Tavira, one of the most beautiful and picturesque in the whole Algarve. Its entire historical center and typical houses form an absolutely charming picture, not to mention the castle or the iconic Roman bridge that connects the two banks of the river Gilão.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Old Town Faro, Faro Portugal
The last stop is Faro, the capital of the Algarve. Here you can choose between a walking tour or a boat trip. The walking tour explores the historic city center, particularly inside the medieval walls where lies numerous museums, churches and a Bones Chapel.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Faro Cathedral, Largo da Se, Faro 8000-138 Portugal
The last stop is Faro, the capital of the Algarve. Here you can choose between a walking tour or a boat trip. The walking tour explores the historic city center, particularly inside the medieval walls where lies numerous museums, churches and a Bones Chapel.
Duration: 45 minutes
Pass By: Muralhas de Faro, Largo de Sao Francisco Freguesia da Sé, Faro 8000-142 Portugal
The last stop is Faro, the capital of the Algarve. Here you can choose between a walking tour or a boat trip. The walking tour explores the historic city center, particularly inside the medieval walls where lies numerous museums, churches and a Bones Chapel.
Stop At: Ria Formosa Natural Park, Olhao Portugal
For those who take the boat trip, you will not be disappointed as well: 1-hour ride to the Ria Formosa, a system of barrier islands that communicates with the sea through six inlets.
Duration: 1 hour
