Discover The Magical Algarve, Alentejo & Andalucia, Self-Dri

Arrive at Faro International Airport, meet and greet by our local representative who will assist you with your car hire and inform you how to proceed on your departure day. Drive to the capital of the Algarve - Faro (just 10 minutes from the airport) and explore this city with centuries of history, starting in the Moorish and medieval times. Stroll down the narrow streets and whitewashed houses, walk inside the walls, perhaps have a drink at one of the cities iconic bars facing the beautiful sea view or taste shellfish at one of the local restaurant. Afterwards, check in to your hotel and the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Faro.

Have an early breakfast at the hotel, check out and get ready to drive along the coast and discover different beaches and secrets of Algarve. A must to see is Carvoeiro a picturesque coastal village, which retained the Algarvian way of life. Do not miss Algar Seco a striking coastal land form produced by rock weathering and a lagoon. Driving a bit inland, you have Silves once a Moorish capital of the Algarve, worth a visit for its Castle, the reminders of the Moorish presence in the city and the surrounding countryside with the deep green foliage of orange, almond and carob trees. Another charming village is Ferragudo where you can admire whitewashed houses and minarets lining cobbled streets. Before checking in at a hotel in Lagos, why not take a walk in Alvor, a picturesque town which connects history, heritage and natural beauty. Relax by the sunset and if possible appreciate our gastronomy at any of the local restaurants. Overnight in Lagos.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and be brave as you will be on the path of the myths and legends from the Discoveries. The first stop will be Lagos, a city proud of its history and the role it played in the voyages of exploration known as the Discoveries. Visit the glowing gold Baroque carving on church walls, St. Antonio Church and do not forget to stop at Ponta da Piedade. Later, if you drive straight to São Vicente Cape, besides the magnificent view over the Atlantic Ocean you will see the fortress built in the 16th century to protect locals from the Moorish pirates. Continue to Sagres promontory and go back in time, travel to Discoveries Era as the fortress is a witness of the mystery and the mythical quality of all the history and legends of maritime adventure founded by the 15th century by the Infante D. Henrique. Keep driving close to the coast to Aljezur small charming village and enjoy some of the nicest views over the ocean. Being a day full of memories, do not miss Zambujeira do Mar, appreciate the typical calm way of being in Alentejo and enjoy their best Perceves - shellfish typical of this area. Overnight in Vila Nova de Milfontes or Sines.