8-day Guided walking tour of the East Algarve in Portugal

Set on a fantastic journey of 8 days with one of our certified guides on a varied landscape of beaches, and cobbled streets in East Algarve in Portugal.

Group

8 Days

May

Low

All levels

Highlights

Visit natural reserves alongside enjoying beautiful coasts.
Visit the coastal villages of Santa Luzia, Cacela Velha and Cabanas.
Enjoy amazing Portuguese cuisine at local restaurants.

Description

We will take you on yet another guided walking tour in the region of East Algarve in Portugal. For full 8 days, you’ll walk through the beautiful landscape of southern Portugal, indulging in excursions in natural reserves alongside enjoying the breathtaking coasts of East Algarve.

The trip is based in Tavira, an ancient Moorish town known for its unique heritage and character. Extending along the banks of the Gilão River, the town has retained its ancient Portuguese architecture and reflects its deep-rooted Moorish influences.

Undoubtedly one of the prettiest towns in Algarve, it will be truly delightful to explore its cobbled streets along with historic buildings and beautiful churches which are set around bustling plazas.

Here, you’ll see layers of history in the beautifully decorated Islamic doorways, and other pieces of monuments influenced by the renaissance. It will be remarkable to see the flash of colors in the blinding-white walls, the vibrant tiles, and bright red rooftops of the city.

We’ll walk to many places around Tavira including the natural park on Tavira Island, where you’ll see one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Here, we’ll also visit the pretty coastal villages of Santa Luzia, Cacela Velha and Cabanas.

Next, the trail will wind around hills and valleys, and take you to the low peak of Zimbra for a spectacular view. You’ll walk past farms and lush orchards of oranges, olives and carob. It will not uncommon to walk beside rivers, through pine and oaks forests.

And along with the scenic beauty, you’ll also gorge on amazing Portuguese cuisine at local restaurants.

And the best part, the trip is designed in such a way that it is suitable for all skill levels!

So, what are you waiting for? Send a message now to book this exceptional walking tour in Portugal. Also, do check out our trip to west Algarve here.

Price includes

Accommodation included
Guiding fee
Breakfast
Transport during the trip
Transportation start and back

Price details

Price per person for a twin room. A minimum of 2persons required. Price Includes: Airport transfers and 7 Breakfasts. For a single room, the price is 850 EUR per person.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Faro

Arrive at Faro Airport. Transfer to the Hotel. Now, begins our short introductory walk around Tavira. Relax until we have dinner.

Day 2: Zimbral Walk

Wonderful walk through open rolling hillsides. You’ll enjoy stunning views as we walk through fascinating villages and descend to finish in a low fertile valley full of orange orchards and small farms.

Day 3: Santa Luzia and Tavira Island walk

A remarkably varied walk on the Ria Formosa Natural Park.
We’ll walk through Tavira’s salt pans which date back to thousands of years.
We’ll finish in the village of Santa Luzia with its glorious waterfront. Walking along Tavira Island’s beach, you’ll appreciate the vast stretches of golden sand and sparkling blue waters.

The walk will feature a fascinating boat ride between Tavira & Tavira Island.

Day 4: Free day

An ideal opportunity to relax and enjoy the attractions of Tavira and its surroundings.

Day 5: Manta Rota to Cabanas Walk

Classic coastal walk following the inner shoreline. We’ll visit the iconic village of Cacela Velha before arriving in Cabanas. From here we will return to Tavira.

Day 6: Santa Catarina Cerâmica walk

An inland walk through one of the most beautiful valleys in the Algarve. Santa Catarina is one of the centres for the production of carob, almond, fig, olive oil and medronho.

Day 7: Fuzeta to Tavira Walk

A lovely walk following the Ecovia of Algarve. Here, we’ll pass by old estates with orange, figs and almond orchards, through the salt pans of Fuzeta to appreciate the birdlife of the area.

Day 8: Departure

Transfer from Tavira to Faro Airport.

About the guide

Be Cool

We are Portugal's most trusted walking and cultural company and have been providing services to clients from all over the world for more than 10 years.

All of our trips are fully customisable. We can always work with you to put together exactly what you had in mind. We will listen to you and take care of all the planning and logistics using our local expertise and contacts.

Based on experience, we know that many groups like to mix their activities with some more leisurely aspects, such as good food and cultural highlights. We are happy to put that together for you as well.

Languages

Portuguese | English

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