8 days tour

Nature, Escapism & Secrets Of The Eastern Algarve

Nature, Escapism & Secrets Of The Eastern Algarve

This tour includes:

Transport

All transports are included: Round trip to Faro Airport Meet and Greet Round trip to activities

Accommodation

4 nights stay at Quinta dos Perfumes and 3 nights at Praia Verde Boutique Hotel , with breakfast included.

Hygieneprotocol

Keeping you safe during COVID-19 What you can expect during your visit: Face masks required for travellers in public areas; Face masks required for guides in public areas; Face masks provided for travellers; Hand sanitizer available to travellers and staff; Social distancing enforced throughout the experience; Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas; Gear/equipment sanitized between use; Guides required to regularly wash hands; Regular temperature checks for staff;

Guide

All the activities that require to be guided with explanations include a private guide with local knowledge.

Meals

All breakfasts are included 4 Lunches

Others

Expert advice from our team specialists (available during office hours) Access to our exclusive e-book on the Algarve Access to our e-walking city maps - Activities are subject to changes and can be replaced to a similar one in case of no availability - Hotels & room types are subject to availability and to rate changes. In case a particular hotel or room type is fully booked for your desired dates, we will replace it with a hotel/room type of equal or higher value and quality level. Before final confirmation, we will provide you with all the details and the trip price will be adjusted accordingly. The same happens in case a hotel has made adjustment to their rates on your desired dates.

Not included:

Flights

No flights are included in this itinerary; Travellers are required to book their own flights.

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Itinerary of your trip Nature, Escapism & Secrets Of The Eastern Algarve

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Tavira - Stay In A Boutique Country House
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival In Tavira - Stay In A Boutique Country House

      As you touch down at Faro airport, you will see the fascinating view of the Ria Formosa lagoons, one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Portugal. Meet your private chauffeur at the airport and drive 30 mins to Tavira surroundings.

      Immerse yourself amongst beautiful nature at Quinta dos Perfumes, a charming boutique country house which was once dedicated to the distillation of mallow flowers, to obtain essences for perfumes. Appreciate the tranquility and take time to relax among the citrus orchards, fig and carob trees.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Wild Dolphin Observation
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Wild Dolphin Observation

      Make your dream come true and have the chance to observe wild dolphins, swimming and diving around your boat. Learn more about these beautiful creatures with your private marine biologist. Admire views of the Ria Formosa and learn more about the wildlife ecosystem before heading back to Cabanas de Tavira.

      Lunch and afternoon at leisure 

  • Day 3 Day 3: Beekeeper Experience & Organic Farm Visit
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Beekeeper Experience & Organic Farm Visit

      Todayโ€™s journey will be spent in total immersion with nature. Visit a bee farm, located in the Algarvian countryside where you will learn the daily tasks of the beekeeper and taste some delicious mountain honey.

      At lunch time, head to Sรฃo Brรกs de Alportel, the town of quirky low white houses, where a traditional Portuguese lunch will be prepared for you, in a typical restaurant.

      Get ready for your next experience, and be guided through an aromatic farm plantation. Learn about the plantsโ€™ benefits and taste organic teas from the farm.


      NB: If the beekeeper experience is not available for our dates, we will replace it by a similar activity.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Tuk Tuk Tavira & Boat Tour & Beach Horse Riding
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Tuk Tuk Tavira & Boat Tour & Beach Horse Riding

      Tuk Tuk - Start the experience with a โ€œTuk Tukโ€ Tour of Tavira, driven by a local (english-spoken) who will show you authentic places and tell you about the history of this fishermen town.

      Lunch: The tour will take you to Santa Luzia, another little fishermen village and the capital of the Algarve, where you will have a traditional lunch (included).

      Boat tour โ€“ Continue your Ria Formosa experience, feel the breeze and see the blue colours from the river in a relaxed boat tour that will lead you across the lagoon in the direction of your next activity.

      Beach Horse Riding - Prepare yourself to make unforgettable memories, horse riding at low tide in the lagoons in an exceptional natural landscape. Follow your guide riding through orange orchards and carob trees and discover the beauty of Cabanas de Tavira lagoons. 

      Horse riding is available from all levels, it is an easy ride and horses are very calm.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Stay In A Beach Boutique Hotel & Natural Floating Spa Experience
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Stay In A Beach Boutique Hotel & Natural Floating Spa Experience

      Leave the wonders of the Ria Formosa to immerse yourself into the Natural Salt Marsh Reserve of Castro Marim, a protected area home to thousands of birds and animals species. Feel like home at Praia Verde Boutique Hotel and check in your new comfortable room when ready.

      Meanwhile, enjoy a delicious lunch at "A Terra", the stunning restaurant of Praia Verde Hotel.

      In the afternoon, meet your private chauffeur and experience the natural benefits of the most unusual mineral SPA floating bath and self-applied mud treatment you have ever tried! Relax your mind, recharge your body and go with the flow listening to bird songs in the natural surroundings.*

      (*The location is rustic and unique: in natural salt pans, in the middle of the nature ).

  • Day 6 Day 6: Jeep Nature Safari Tour
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Jeep Nature Safari Tour

      This journey will take you through spectacular views of the real Algarve, where tourists donโ€™t normally go.

      Venture out of a private jeep and be guided through the unspoilt countryside, where you can observe different species of birds and learn about local fauna and flora. Stop in local villages on the road to Odeleite and experience the local life, tasting the natural products of the Algarve.

      Pause and enjoy authentic Portuguese gastronomy, before heading to the Salt Marshes of Castro Marim, learning the ancient methods of salt extraction and making unforgettable memories.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Free Day In Castro Marim
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Free Day In Castro Marim

      Wake up to the sound of birds and serene views. Enjoy the soft morning glow, having breakfast prepared with local produce.

      Today, you are free to do anything you like, either relaxing by the pool, going to the beautiful Praia Verde beach or booking other nature activities such as Birdwatching, Tree Top Adventure Park or even be more adventurous trying the Zipline between Spain and Portugal!

  • Day 8 Day 8: Departure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Departure

      It is time to say goodbye to the beautiful Algarve and get ready for your private airport transfer. You are now richer in experiences, in emotions and have made unforgettable memories for the rest of your life. Get comfortable in-flight and watch over the lagoons feeling grateful for what you have discovered. Promise yourself โ€œIโ€™ll be backโ€.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Personal

Youโ€™ll be just with your guide or pilot. Examples of these activities are paragliding, sky diving, personal mountain climbing, etc.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 1 / Max: 100

Age range allowed for this experience.

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