Half Day Tour Silves and Monchique - Private Tour
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
The magical city of Silves is an enchanting example of the Arab influence that was present in its history and in its architecture, clearly evident due to the most important castle in the Algarve. You will have time to experience the thermal spa of Caldas De Monchique located in the heart of the Serra de Monchique Natural Park. Foia is situated within a stunning landscape and is famous for being the highest point of the Algarve. Here in Foia, you have the opportunity to taste the famous Medronho brandy, the most traditional drink in the Algarve made from the fruit harvested on the slopes of the Serra. Lastly you will stop in the traditional village of Monchique located at an altitude of 450 m where we can leisurely walk through its narrow streets and soak in the atmosphere of the unspoilt Algarve.
Inclusions
What's included
- Pick up and Drop off service
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Experienced and Professional Guide
What's not
- And other food and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments, museums and any other entrance fees
Itinerary
During your free time at the Medieval City of Silves, you will have the opportunity to see the follow: - Castle of Silves, which is one of the castles represented on the Portuguese flag. - Silves Cathedral - Traditional/Local market
Caldas de Monchique is a spa town in the Monchique Mountains in the Algarve region of Portugal. It has been famous since Roman times for its waters, which supposedly have healing properties. It was also used as a seasonal retreat for Portuguese royalty. It has recently gained more international recognition, particularly for health tourism, but also for its landscape and architecture.
To appreciate the beauty of the village of Monchique, it is important to go to Largo de São Sebastião. The white houses seem to descend in steps down the slopes of the mountain, a small crib surrounded by greens, flowers and freshness.
With an elevation of 902 metres (2,959 ft) and a topographic prominence of 739 metres (2,425 ft), Fóia is the highest mountain of Algarve, Portugal. It is part of the Serra de Monchique.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Mare Nostrum
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Albufeira
- Its from-price is 15% below the median of the 24 city tours we list in Albufeira.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 15 of 24.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Albufeira
Albufeira is a former fishing town on Portugal's Algarve coast, with whitewashed old streets, sandy coves below red cliffs and a long summer season.
Albufeira was a fishing town under Moorish rule, its name coming from the Arabic for a lagoon, and its old town still climbs a hill above the water in a tangle of whitewashed alleys and arches. A tunnel leads down to the Fishermen's Beach, where boats once landed their catch, and the clock tower and parish church stand in the centre.
Top-ranked sights in Albufeira: Praia de São Rafael, Praia da Coelha, Praia Gale.
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