The West Algarve, 8-day Self-guided walking tour based in Lagos, Portugal

Follow the carefully planned itinerary and instructions of a local and certified guide for an incredible 8-day self-guided walking tour through the stunningly beautiful and culturally unique West Algarve region of Portugal.

Private

8 Days

Jan - Jun, Sep - Dec

Intermediate

All levels

Highlights

Enjoy stunning views of the gorgeous Algarve coastline and interior.
Take advantage of a self-guided itinerary to explore at your own pace.
Enjoy local food and culture at the four-star hotel.

Description

Take a holiday to Portugal’s incredibly scenic West Algarve region and explore all of its natural beauty and wonder yourself on an 8-day self-guided tour!

We’ve taken care of all the arrangement and left you with a thorough and detailed itinerary, so all you need to do is relax and enjoy yourself!

Each day, you will head out to a designated starting point and walk for an average of 11 kilometers, exploring fields, forests, coastal cliffs, estuaries, beaches, pastures and idyllic towns along the way.

Every day is slightly different, so you will really get the opportunity to discover this diverse part of northern Portugal for yourself.

Among the many highlights are hiking by Portugal’s most photographed beach, through a National Forest and seeing traditional villages dotting the countryside.

Each night, you will return to the lovely hotel and enjoy all of its modern conveniences as well as have the chance to sample local cuisine in the restaurant.

Located in the middle of Lagos, you will also have the time to explore and experience this lovely coastal town too.

So what are you waiting for? Book now for the self-guided walking tour of a lifetime when you come and explore the West Algarve from Lagos!

If you like the look of this trip then we think you will also enjoy our 8-day self-guided walking tour along the West Algarve, based out of Portimao!

Price includes

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

Price details

Please note that all trips require a minimum of two participants.
Date A 01/01/20 a 25/03/20 | 01/11/20 a 15/12/20
Price per person in a twin room 625,00 €
Date B 26/03/20 a 25/05/20 | 01/10/20 a 31/10/20
Price per person in a twin room 725,00 €
Date C 26/05/20 a 20/06/20 | 16/09/20 a 30/09/20
Price per person in a twin room 885,00 €
Prices details
• Please note that all trips require a minimum of two participants.
• The prices are per person in a twin room.
· For single room please contact us.
· Extra nights are available upon request.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival

Arrive at the airport in Faro and transfer to Lagos.

Day 2: Praia da Luz to Lagos

Take a taxi to Praia da Luz and make the 11-kilometer walk back atop marvelous sea cliffs to Lagos. On the way, stop in Porto de Mós and Ponta da Piedade too if you have the chance.

Day 3: Barão de S. João to Barão S. Miguel

Take a taxi to Barão de S. João and make the 9-kilometer walk through area’s national forest and rolling landscape until you reach the traditional village of Barão S. Miguel. After you’ve explored the village return by taxi or bus to Lagos.

Day 4: Free day

Spend the day exploring wherever you like. There’s plenty to do from sun bathing to bird watching.

Day 5: Vale da Lama Walk

Take a taxi to the start of the walk and make a 13.5 kilometer walk along coastline and through the Alvar estuary.

Day 6: Rocha Delicada to Mexilhoeira Grande

Take a taxi to Rocha Delicada and then hike 8 kilometers through a wide array of landscaped until you reach the traditional village of Mexilhoeira Grande. Take some time to explore the village before returning to Lagos by train.

Day 7: Bensafrim walk

Travel to Bensafrim by taxi and make a 14-kilometer loop through rolling landscapes complete with forest, fields of wildflowers and much more. After returning to Bensafrim, come back to Lagos by bus.

Day 8: Departure

Transfer back to the airport.

Details

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Payment Policy: Full payment 30 days before arrival

Meeting point

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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