The Ultimate Coastal Algarve Walk (self-guided)

Itinerary

Day 1: Day 1

Stop At: Faro Airport, 8006-901 Faro, Portugal
Individual arrival to Faro Airport or Faro Train station.
Once you get to Faro airport you will be met inside the airport terminal, at the exit hall by our driver who will hold a sign with your name written upon it.
Transfer to your Maria Nova Hotel in Tavira. Transfer time +/-45 minutes.
Duration: 45 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 7 nights in a twin/double room: 3 nights – Hotel**** ; 2 nights – Hotel *** ; 2 nights – Hotel****


Day 2: Day 2

Stop At: Fortaleza de Cacela, Rua de Cacela Velha 2, Vila Nova de Cacela 8900-019 Portugal
Transport to the beginning of the walk & walk back.
An easy walk, close to the coast, starting in the beautiful old village of Cacela Velha, following tracks and quiet lanes to the picturesque old fishing village of Cabanas.
Here fishermen still continue their craft, mixing harmoniously with the visitors crossing to the island and the golden beaches. Here too you can rest, enjoy good food and drink whilst enjoying the sunshine by the colourful waterfront. Continue back to Tavira, through the saltpans where you may see an abundance of wild life along with the traditional craft of salt extraction.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 7 nights in a twin/double room: 3 nights – Hotel**** ; 2 nights – Hotel *** ; 2 nights – Hotel****

Day 3: Day 3

Stop At: Tavira Island, Tavira Portugal
Circular walk; service ferry out to the island of Tavira; walk back to the hotel.
A real treat as you walk along one of finest beaches in the world and visit the small fishing village of Santa Luzia with its abundance of fishing boats bobbing in the gentle waters of the channel.
The cafés and restaurants here vary from simple to gourmet level and can offer all the local specialities. Not just a day’s walking but a real day’s holiday as well!
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 7 nights in a twin/double room: 3 nights – Hotel**** ; 2 nights – Hotel *** ; 2 nights – Hotel****

Day 4: Day 4

Stop At: 8500-802 Portimão, Portugal
Transport to the start of the walk & walk back. The driver will drop you at the beginning of the walk and drive to Portimão to deposit the bags in the Hotel.
From Ferragudo´s Light House follow a stunning coastline westwards to Portimão. Visit, en route, the charming and very traditional village of Ferragudo before continuing into Portimão itself to finish at the hotel.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 7 nights in a twin/double room: 3 nights – Hotel**** ; 2 nights – Hotel *** ; 2 nights – Hotel****

Day 5: Day 5

Stop At: Praia Da Rocha, Avenida Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimao 8500-802 Portugal
Transport to the start of the walk & walk back.
Today we offer a fantastic coastal walk taking in the superb sandy beaches and dramatic headlands between Alvor and Portimão, including the much photographed beach at Praia da Rocha, one of the best in the Algarve.
The rock strata are particularly varied and very colourful, from white limestone to red sandstone. These different rocks support a wide variety of flora and, in spring, there are impressive displays of wild flowers.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 7 nights in a twin/double room: 3 nights – Hotel**** ; 2 nights – Hotel *** ; 2 nights – Hotel****

Day 6: Day 6

Stop At: Marina de Lagos, Edifício da Administração, Lagos 8600-315 Portugal
Transport to the start of the walk & walk back to Hotel.
The driver will drop you at the beginning of the walk and drive to Lagos to deposit the bags in the Hotel.
The walk will bring you through gentle countryside to the salt pans on the Alvor Estuary with its abundant bird life. From there you’ll parallel the extensive Lagos beach where, at any time, you can drop down to the sea for a rest and a swim. To crown the day you’ll be arriving in Lagos with its beautiful waterfront and old historic centre.

Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 7 nights in a twin/double room: 3 nights – Hotel**** ; 2 nights – Hotel *** ; 2 nights – Hotel****

Day 7: Day 7

Stop At: Ponta da Piedade, Lagos Portugal
Transport to the beginning of the walk start & walk back
A wonderful walk along the cliff tops with stunning views all around. The highlights of the area are the spectacular rocks, coves and caves that have been relentlessly carved and shaped by the pounding waves. You can look down on the famous grottos. Looking inland you can see the remnants of old farmhouses and land divisions that marked the territory here when it was once the only source of income. Porto de Mós and Ponta da Piedade cafés provide welcome refreshments.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 7 nights in a twin/double room: 3 nights – Hotel**** ; 2 nights – Hotel *** ; 2 nights – Hotel****

Day 8: Day 8

Stop At: Faro Airport, 8006-901 Faro, Portugal
At convenient time, departure to Faro Airport or Faro Train station.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.