Discovering Algarve and Alentejo, Self-drive

Welcome to Faro, the captivating capital of the Algarve region. Upon arrival at Faro International Airport, our representative will assist you with your car hire and provide departure details. Check into your hotel (or similar) and start exploring the city. Walk through the picturesque Arco da Vila to the old town, visit the Faro Municipal Museum to learn about the city's seafaring history, and marvel at the majestic Portuguese Baroque architecture of Igreja do Carmo. Don't miss the eerie Capela dos Ossos, a testament to the ephemeral nature of human existence. Overnight in Faro.

After breakfast, set off for the delightful town of Silves, the ancient capital of Algarve. Perched on a hill above the Arade River, Silves boasts a rich history evident in its well-preserved Castle of Silves. Explore the castle, visit the Silves Cathedral, the Roman Bridge, and the Cruz de Portugal. Don't forget to try the local delicacy, Morgado de Silves, a delicious almond and chila candy. Overnight in Silves.

After breakfast, drive to Beja, a small historic town that was once the capital of the Roman ages under Julius Caesar's regime. The town's architecture reveals the Moorish influence on local building design, visible in the cobbled streets and houses in the old town. Visit the 13th-century Medieval Castle, the Sé Cathedral, the Church of Santo Amaro, the Rainha D Leonor Regional Museum, and the St. Mary of the Market Church. Overnight in Beja.

After breakfast, drive to Évora, a city known as the book of Portuguese art history and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the Templo de Diana, the Catedral da Sé, and the Capela dos Ossos, and learn why this city was chosen by the Portuguese kings as their residence. Don't miss the local gastronomy, especially the delicious Migas com carne. Overnight in Évora.

After breakfast, drive to Moura, a town named after the Moorish Princess Moura Saluqia. Visit the Castle of Moura and delve into the heartbroken story of Saluqia. Explore the Convento das Dominicanas, Convento do Carmo, and Azeite de Moura in the city centre. Enjoy a cup of coffee in the heart of the city, a perfect meeting point with coffee shops, sidewalk cafés, and local shops. Return to Évora for your overnight stay.

After breakfast, continue your journey to Tavira, a charming fishing village on the bank of the Gilão River. Explore the unique blend of Moorish and Portuguese architecture, visit the Torre de Tavira, Catelo de Tavira, and Igreja da Misericordia. Wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets lined with traditionally tiled houses, local restaurants, and many decorative churches. Overnight in Tavira.

After breakfast at the hotel, spend your day visiting the surrounding villages of Olhão, Vila Real de Santo Antonio, and Cabanas. Learn more about the local lifestyle and traditions in these tranquil settings. Overnight in Tavira.

After breakfast, drive to Olhão, a breathtaking town surrounded by golden beaches. Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of this fishing town, taste the local seafood at a restaurant, or stroll down the narrow streets of the old quarters. Visit the Igreja Nossa Senhora do Rosário, Museu da Cidade, and Mercado de Olhão. Overnight in Olhão.