Portugal Inland Paths, Self-drive

Upon your arrival at Faro International Airport, our representative will assist you with your car hire and provide departure day instructions. Your journey begins in Faro, the capital of the Algarve, where you can explore the city's rich history dating back to Moorish and medieval times. Wander through narrow streets lined with whitewashed houses and enjoy a drink at a bar overlooking the sea. Later, drive to Monchique and check into your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, perhaps unwinding at the thermal resort. Overnight in Monchique (or similar).

Start your day with an early breakfast at the hotel, followed by a short walk along the Caldas de Monchique to the Love Fountain. Your journey continues to the southern edge of Portugal, Sagres and Cape São Vicente, where you can marvel at the stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and the historic Sagres fortress. Visit the quaint Village of Pedralva and experience rural life in the Algarve. On your way back, drive along the coast through Lagos and end your day with a romantic sunset at Ponta da Piedade. Overnight in Monchique (or similar).

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and start your drive to Grândola. En-route, visit the village of Monchique, the starting point for a hike up to Foia Peak, the highest point in the Algarve. Continue driving to Aljezur, a charming village along the coastline with breathtaking ocean views. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant and try Perceves, a regional specialty. Passing through Vila Nova de Mil Fontes, you'll arrive at your hotel nestled in the beautiful Valley of Sobreiras. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, enjoying the hotel's amenities and the charming rural landscape. Dinner at the hotel is included. Overnight in Grândola (or similar).

Start your day with breakfast at the hotel, check out, and prepare for your next destination, Évora, a city renowned as a living book of Portuguese art history. Drive along the Great Lake, a result of the Alqueva Reservoir, the largest artificial lake in Europe. The Alqueva Sky is the first certified Starlight Tourism Destination, making it a perfect place to observe the sky and stars. Visit Aldeia da Luz, a village submerged by the dam waters, and explore its tragic history at the local museum. Stop at Reguengos de Monsaraz, famous for its delicious wines. Once in Évora, check into your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Évora (or similar).

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and explore Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage city and one of the most romantic cities in Portugal. Visit the Templo de Diana, Catedral da Sé, and Capela dos Ossos, and learn why this city was chosen by Portuguese kings as their residence. Don't miss the local gastronomy, especially the Migas com Carne, a delicious dish made from leftover bread, garlic, spices, and braised pork. In the afternoon, drive back to Monchique in the Algarve. Overnight in Monchique (or similar).