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Full Day Private Tour in Western Algarve: Discover Historic Lagos and Mythic Sagres
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Albufeira
Embark on a full-day private tour in Western Algarve and explore the historic city of Lagos and the mythical village of Sagres. Discover ancient castles, fortresses, and the breathtaking landscapes of this enchanting region.
Embark on a full-day private tour in Western Algarve and explore the historic city of Lagos and the mythical village of Sagres. Discover ancient castles, fortresses, and the breathtaking landscapes of this enchanting region.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Salema - We will visit the charmig fishing villages of Burgau and Salema. These hidden villages still mantain their traditional details and their beaches are simply stunning.
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Lagos - Visit to Lagos Municipal Market and to the viewpoint to admire the Marina and Meia Praia
Free time for walk and for lunch (One and a half to two hours). We will…
- Salema - We will visit the charmig fishing villages of Burgau and Salema. These hidden villages still mantain their traditional details and their beaches are simply stunning.
-
Lagos - Visit to Lagos Municipal Market and to the viewpoint to admire the Marina and Meia Praia
Free time for walk and for lunch (One and a half to two hours). We will give tips regarding local restaurants due to the diversity of tourists and habits.
After lunch meeting point: Statue of D. Sebastião at Praça Gil Eanes
Guided visit on foot, through the center of Lagos, passing by the Slave Market (the first slave market in Europe), and Santo António Church (18th century - a single piece of architecture). Get to know the Arch of Saint Gonçalo Arch (a historic gateway to Old Town Lagos), and the statue of the same saint, where you can enjoy an ideal setting for photos (Meia Praia, Praia da Batata and the small fort of Ponta da Bandeira).
Brief visit to Praia do Pinhão and Ponta da Piedade (where you can admire the lighthouse and the the cliffs with hidden beaches)
Please note that entrances in Museums/Castles/Fortresses are optional and not included. -
Sagres - Visit to the village of Sagres: Praia da Mareta, Pousada and the Port surroundings.
Entrance to the fortress of S. Vicente (the most southwestern point in Europe), where the most powerful lighthouse in Europe was built - Range of its light = 59 km. Entrance included.
Snack time (Café do Forte closes only after sunset (optional).
Passage by Sagres Fortress / Fortaleza de Sagres ( important military fortification from the 15th century). The entrance is optional and not included.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Boat Trip (Optional): Extra €22 per Adult and Extra €10 per children
- Entrance to monuments
- Lunch
- Boat Trip (Optional): Extra €22 per Adult and Extra €10 per children
- Entrance to monuments
Additional Information
The delightful city of Lagos and the legendary town of Sagres. This land of ancient castles and fortresses, knights and seafarers, offers a treasure trove of monuments for you to admire. A captivating and memorable journey through the past, the local cuisine and the warm-hearted people of western Algarve. Lagos’ rich history shines through the plethora…
The delightful city of Lagos and the legendary town of Sagres. This land of ancient castles and fortresses, knights and seafarers, offers a treasure trove of monuments for you to admire. A captivating and memorable journey through the past, the local cuisine and the warm-hearted people of western Algarve. Lagos’ rich history shines through the plethora of attractions scattered across the city. The historical district maintains its unique charm, featuring narrow stone paved lanes, genuine eateries, all sheltered under a laid-back and inviting ambiance.
Moving further west, Sagres presents breathtaking landscapes, marked by the unspoiled strength of nature and famous strongholds. The extraordinary encounter will culminate at the Cape Saint Vincent fort, guarded by its imposing lighthouse.
Known as the ‘end of the world’, this location truly is a sight to behold.
Location
R. Marina de Albufeira 3A
Rua Marina de Albufeira
The travelers need to be picked up at a certain adress. The address should be provide by the traveler
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Annafl007
Sep 3, 2024
Don't hesitate, just book:) - We highly recommend Johnny, he is extremely helpful, very professional and... knows the region like no other.
He will give you the best advice, photo locations and advice for the rest of the week.
His wife runs a very cozy and nice pizza restaurant in the old town of Albufeira (also recommended).
So don't hesitate and book Johnny tours:)
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740chenillem
Aug 6, 2024
Family of four. Best tour ever. - We were so impressed. We are a family of four from the US. He is amazing. Just feels like family. Highly recommended. We took a full day. He is so nice and thoughtful and you can tell his heart is in the tour. We travel all over the world. He is the best.
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Marcogw9192aq
Jul 18, 2024
Excellent! Johnny, the best guide in Algarve - Excellent! From every point of view!
Johnny is an amazing guide, always attentive to the needs of his customers, very informed about natura and history... also for the continuation of the holiday he gave us a lot of useful information
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Scott_d
Jul 1, 2024
The Algarve doesn’t disappoint! - We spent an amazing day with Johnny touring the Western Algarve region. Johnny was fantastic, his knowledge and love for his home region is clearly evident. He always had great ideas and knew places to visit that weren’t just your typical tourist locations., but he made sure we got to see those as well. He even knew the spots to stand and was happy to take pics that we will cherish forever. Thanks Johnny!
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Suzanne_r
Apr 14, 2024
Perfect Day, Perfect Guide! - We spent the day seeing some of the most beautiful sights in the world with Johnny. He was passionate about the Algarve and shared so much knowledge with us. He was thoughtful in picking the perfect spots and it was so nice to have someone to take photos of the whole group. We would book a family adventure with Johnny again in a heartbeat! One of our favorite days in the Algarve.
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Hfx43
Apr 6, 2024
From Albufeira to Saint Vincent, and points in between. - We have enjoyed many tour guides throughout nearly 40 countries and we can confidently say that Johnny (Joao) stands out as one of the best. He was personable, friendly, down-to-earth, humorous and with his wealth of knowledge and obvious love of southern Portugal he kept us engaged for the entire day. In addition to the historic sites and scenic beaches, we visited small fishing villages with charming narrow streets where few tourists go. It was an opportunity for him to share cool facts and perspectives on life in the Algarve.
Johnny made us feel comfortable and relaxed from pick up to drop off and we regard him as more of a friend than a tour guide, someone we can contact for advice whenever we are in Portugal.´
Guy and Penny LaRocque (Canadians )
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B1343bneves
Mar 21, 2024
Best guide! - As a college-aged young adult, Johnny was able to give a tour that was fun, exciting and informative for both me and my mom! He’s great for all ages and his tours are super customizable. He’s so funny, nice, knowledgeable, and shows you the best hidden gems that you would not find otherwise! Definitely recommend going on his tour of the Western Algarve if you have the chance!
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Susancw5338pv
Mar 21, 2024
10/10 !! - My 22 year old daughter and I have quite different interests and perspectives, but Johnny was able to craft an itinerary that we both thoroughly enjoyed! Such an amazing day. To begin with, Johnny proved to be the perfect tour guide in every sense—he is super personable, kind, knowledgeable, and accommodating. We were staying in Lagos and wanted to see other parts of the Western Algarve, so we left the itinerary completely up to Johnny. I am particular and usually play a big role in customizing our private tours—not this time. Johnny promised to show us the best of the Algarve, and he did not disappoint! We visited beaches and and villages along the coast that we never would have found on our own. Along the way, we had many fascinating conversations, from the devastating effects of the 1755 earthquake to bola de berlim pastries (we were able to try them at the airport, Johnny!) to the dying art of calçada Portuguesa (the design work & patterns in the cobblestone pavement across Portugal). He even shared many personal family stories about the effects of war and living under a dictatorship. After the tour, Johnny sent us a list of all of the stops we had made along with pictures he had taken throughout the day. Who does that! I could go on and on. HIGHLY recommend any tour you can take with Johnny. He is simply the best!
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Eddy_f
Jan 24, 2024
The best guide in the Algarve! - Johnny’s tour was an amazing experience. John (Joao) is a sophisticated yet down to earth experienced guide that ensures that every single moment of the tour is unforgettable. We have travelled worldwide, have done many private tours but John goes beyond all expectations in a warm generous manner to ensure that you leave the Algarve with memories that will remain with you forever.
Thank you Joao! E & C
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Ashley
Oct 9, 2023
Tour the western Algarve with Johnny! - Johnny was the absolute best tour guide and now friend. Johnny is the best person and knew so much. The 6 of us took seven tours in Portugal and this tour was our favourite. We would all recommend this tour to everyone.
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