Lisbon by Panoramic bus- When arriving in Lisbon enjoy a stunning ride on un open top bus visiting the most important monuments of Lisbon( Hieronymus Monastery,Belem Tower and the Monument of the Portuguese Discoveries).Free time in the city center for visits and shopping.
Foto Tour & Alte village- This tour is for those who would like to see the real Algarve, its hidden villages, its beautiful countryside and a chance to see the Algarve and its people as it has been for centuries before. We start off with a visit to one of the highest parts of the Caldeirão mountains with a short coffee stop with fantastic views. We then carry on into the hills with stops at various villages with handicrafts being demonstrated. We visit the historical towns of Querença, Salir and Alte( beautifull natural swimming pools and fountains).
Silves and Monchique- A day involving History, Culture and Scenery. Silves - the old Moorish capital of the Algarve. Time to visit the castle and the cathedral. Continuing through to Caldas - Old roman spa with its rejuvenating waters. Climbing the Monchique Mountains up to Foia, the highest point of Algarve -902meter high (free wine and firewater tasting and time for photos).
Come and shop ´til you drop in the shopping capital of the Algarve – Portimão!
HIGHLIGHTS:
* Free time to shop for souvenirs in Portimão
* Get a glimpse of the glittering Praia da Rocha from the Fort of Santa Catarina
* A relaxing way to spend an afternoon
Enjoy a leisurely afternoon in the Algarve with a tour that gives you the freedom to spend the time as you wish. After being picked up from your hotel, you’ll be taken to the sunshine resort of Praia da Rocha, located near the colourful town of Portimão. Spectacular beaches line the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, with golden sands blending into the cool azure waters, overlooked by the foreboding Fort of Santa Catarina. Check out the view from the fortress in your own time before hitting the centre of Portimão.
With local handicrafts, leather goods, crystal as well as clothes and shoe shops on offer, Portimão is the ideal place to spend an afternoon shopping for souvenirs, or a treat for yourself! Make the most of your free time ambling between sun-kissed streets and shops, before returning to your hotel.
A visit to the capital of the Algarve is a must. Visit the old city Center – Vila-a- dentro, with its walls, old houses cathedral and Episcopal palace. Free time for shopping , to stroll around or just to seat in one of the city esplanades and relax.
Huye de las habituales rutas turísticas y visita Loulé, una hermosa ciudad del interior del Algarve que atesora restos de su pasado árabe. El Algarve presume de algo más que de playas. En sus ríos, zonas rurales y pueblos también es posible apreciar su encanto.
Huye de las habituales rutas turísticas y visita Loulé, una hermosa ciudad del interior del Algarve que atesora restos de su pasado árabe.
DESTACAMOS:
* Piérdete por los tenderetes del mercado semanal
* Visita los restos del castillo morisco
* Vaga por las pintorescas calles empedradas
El Algarve presume de algo más que de playas. En sus ríos, zonas rurales y pueblos también es posible apreciar su encanto. Entre las ciudades más atractivas del interior, destaca Loulé, un importante centro comercial de Portugal. Viaja hasta esta pintoresca ciudad y descubre interesantes monumentos históricos y un vibrante mercado donde podrás tomarle el pulso a la ciudad.
Pasea por el mercado semanal de Loulé para captar la atmósfera tradicional portuguesa. Aquí se dan cita lugareños y visitantes en busca de productos frescos y típicos de la región. Pero el mercado no es sólo lugar de compras sino también un importante termómetro de la vida social con más de 100 años de historia. La peculiar arquitectura de su edificio, conocido por los lugareños como “A Praça”, recuerda su pasado árabe.
Durante la mañana también dispondrás de tiempo libre para visitar el Castelo de Loulé, que aún conserva tres torres y parte de la muralla, y perderte por las preciosas calles empedradas y plazas.
Punto de recogida: Recogida fuera de la recepción del hotel.
Duración: 5 horas.
Hora de inicio o apertura: A las 8:30 horas.
Idiomas: Inglés, francés, alemán y español.
Otros: Entrada al castillo morisco no incluida.
This is a chance to spend some time in the bustling gypsy market and get those last minute bargains, as well as visiting two other tourist resorts of the Algarve. Quarteira is a quaint old fishing village and the Marina of Vilamoura is the largest and the best in Europe.
A vessel built on behalf of Dolphins Driven to offer an amazing kayak trip visiting the
surrounding places of great biodiversity and the tranquility of natural beauty and living the
adventure in complete safety. A very beautiful and preserved environment, this trip is only
possible through our kayaks and the experience of our guides. In this experience Nature rules.
You can explore the most beautiful wild beaches, cliffs and caves in an individual kayak o, if
you prefer you can even share this experience with a friend in kayaks for two people.
This is the perfect opportunity to spend a morning or an afternoon connecting with Nature.
Dolphin Driven ensures a safe ride, by the maximum safety standards and by having all
licenses and insurance up to date as well has qualified skippers on board.
Go in search of wild dolphins off the coast of the Algarve with a relaxing catamaran cruise.
HIGHLIGHTS:
* Cruise along the coast of the Algarve in a new catamaran
* An expert marine biologist on hand to tell you about the wildlife
* See dolphins in their natural habitat as well as incredible rock formations
Set sail from Albufeira to the pretty lighthouse of Alfazina. Admire incredible rock formations whose beauty stand out against the glittering sea as we go in search of wild dolphins. Seeing these playful in their natural habitat is a sight that you’ll remember for time to come.
The waters of the Algarve are teeming with wildlife, and with our resident marine biologist on board, you can learn about all the magnificent sea creatures that inhabit the coast. We hope to see common dolphins and bottlenose dolphins, whose particular characteristics and habitat our expert will tell you all about.
Our new catamaran also has all the conveniences you need for a three hour cruise: spacious interiors and comfort make viewing the landscape and enjoying the sea breeze that extra bit peaceful.
The Algarve has much to offer it’s visitors – a wonderful climate, golden beaches, tree-cloaked mountains, cosmopolitan resorts…..Less well known perhaps is the fact that the Algarve is also one of Europe’s most fascinating areas from an ecological perspective.
We propose an unforgettable visit to a salt pan where you will be able to see how the finest salt in Portugal is produced.
Be ready to be dazzled by the brightness of the neat rows of salt pans that constitute an age-old tradition in the area and that produce the finest table salt in Portugal. Beyond these, you can appreciate the natural beauty of the Ria Formosa estuary, a wide expanse of canals, marshlands and sand banks that provide shelter to numerous species of migrating birds. This park is one of the most impressive in Europe with a rich and varied flora and fauna.
Next stop is Olhão - a traditional fishing village, renowned for the cube-shaped white-washed houses, contrasting with the golden sands and the blue sky and sea. Here you have an opportunity to explore the famous market with its huge selection of fish.
After visiting the market in Olhão it is time to recharge your batteries enjoying a typical lunch in a Restaurant, where you will be delighted with the freshness of the fish served!
After lunch, you will pass by a tiny, traditional fishing village - Santa Luzia. There you will see the pots used to catch octopus - an ingenious device!
Next stop is Tavira - the queen of the Algarve coastal towns. See the Arab fortress, the Roman Bridge dating from the IV century and visit at least some of the towns 22 churches!
Your final stop will be at a small village in the countryside to visit an olive oil mill, where you will be able to learn the secrets of its production, followed by a taste of this exquisite produce!
An unforgettable day is guaranteed!
You can’t afford to miss out on this crazy 4x4 ride! If you’re looking for a day out full of fun, excitement, adventure and culture, then this is the perfect trip for you.
HIGHLIGHTS:
* Off-Road tour of the wildlife!
* Discover hidden valleys and secret places
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Try some locally produced liqueur and watch honey be made the traditional way!
Come with us to the hidden heart of the Algarve and experience life in the raw outdoors, learn about the fauna and the wildlife and witness the serenity away from the coastal resorts! This is truly the best way to capture the beauty that is the Algarve and there is simply no other experience like this. As we travel in a convoy of 4x4s we will explore hidden valleys, cross trickling rivers and glide along meadows whilst taking in all the glorious surroundings.
We will then drive down narrow, dirt roads to unravel some of the most tranquil villages in the country and witness the simpler life. Whilst here we will be invited to try some authentic, local liqueur, Medronho, in a small distillery. Then we will be taught the wonders of making honey the traditional way, a sweet delight to finish the tour!
This tour includes activities for everyone and is a great day out for the whole family!
3 hours cruise
Boat trip on Yatch Moena with all confort and plenty of space.
Departure from Vilamoura Marina, the cruise takes the direction of Galé.
Boat tour along Algarve spectacular coastline with beautiful cliffs, beach’s, fisherman villages, City of Albufeira and impressive rock formations.
Along the coast of barlavento there are several groups of Dolphins, so don´t be surpresed if we receive a visit from them.
Break to swim and dive on ours marvellous warm waters.
Return to Vilamoura Marina.
Have no doubts, come and enjoy!
3.5 hour cruise
Beautiful cruise on Catamaran Liana or , boat with plenty of space, you can choose the shadow in the main deck or the sun in the panoramic deck.
Departure from Vilamoura Marina, the boat tour take the direction to Algarve barlavento.
The cruise is 23 miles along the Algarve spectacular coastline with beautiful beach’s, fisherman villages, Cities, Towns, impressive cliffs, rock formations and largest caves.
Along the coast of Algarve there are several groups of Dolphins, so don´t be surprise if we receive a visit from them.
Break to swim and dive on our marvellous warm waters.
Fantastic ride in glass bottom boats to observe the seabed, marine life and visit the caves and other attractions.
Return to Vilamoura Marina.
Unforgettable boat tour on Yatch Moena, boats with outstanding comfort and stability.
Departure from Marina Vilamoura, the cruise takes the direction to Barlavento coast.
The cruise is for 40 miles along Algarve spectacular coastline with beautiful beach’s, fisherman villages, Cities and Towns, impressive rock formations, cliffs and some of the Europe's largest caves.
Along the coast of Algarve there are several groups of Dolphins, so don´t be surprised if we receive a visit from them.
Break at a paradise beach where you can swim, dive, enjoy the sun and spend some relaxing time. Do not forget the towel and sun cream .
Lunch included at the Beach - BBQ, chips, salad, bread, white wines, orange juice, water and fruit.
Dinghy ride inside the caves.
09:30 - Departure from Vilamoura Marina cruise to the Barlavento coast
11:00 - Down to beautiful beach , where you can spend some relaxing time
12:00 - Lunch included at the beach
13:00 - Dinghy ride inside the caves and other attractions
14:30 - Return by the Dolphin Route
15:30 - Arrive Vilamoura Marina
Enjoy a marvelous boat trip on the Catamaran Liana that will take you on an unforgettable day!
Departing from Vilamoura Marina, the cruise will take the direction of Barlavento Algarvio to Galé. The cruise is 23 miles along Algarve spectacular coastline with beautiful beaches, fisherman villages, Albufeira city, impressive rock formations and cliffs.
We guarantee plenty of excitement during the Glass Bottom boats ride inside the caves and other attractions. Along the coast of Barlavento there are several groups of Dolphins, so don´t be surprise if we receive a visit from them. We will then stop for swim and dive on ours marvelous warm waters. Return to Vilamoura Marina.
Have no doubts, come and enjoy!
Come aboard a seven seas venture in the Pirate boat the “Leãozinho” find your comfortable seating place in the mid-deck or the shade of the aft deck. In the ‘’Pirate bar’’ we can serve you a variety of drinks. We commence our cruise in the Marina of Albufeira to the Atlantic; we set sail and cruise westward along the cliffs and sandy beaches, a visit to the caves or time to have a refreshing swim.