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Carvoeiro and Silves Premium - Shared small group > VTours Algarve

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7 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Spanish, Portuguese
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Overview

Join us on a real guided tour, with a friendly, passionate, professional, knowledgeable guide, that will guide you thru the natural beauties and interesting history of the Algarve.

Cruise the Algarve on board of a luxury, comfortable and cozy vehicle.

More than a Tour, an Experience!

What's Included

  • Bottled water Cold water
  • Entry fees for Castle and Church
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch Usually the break for lunch is 1 hour, on a typical Portuguese Restaurant. The price of lunch is not included.
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Meeting and Pickup

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We will pick you up at 09h30 where you are staying within the pick up geographic area assigned for this tour (between Faro and Portimão), send the address and the name of Hotel/Bnb/Hostel. Bring hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, comfortable shoes and clothes.

What To Expect

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Algar Seco

Not far from Carvoeiro old town we find the hidden Algar Seco, with its naturally carved pool, opened to the Atlantic, also has a jumping area from the sandstone cliffs to the ocean, with steps carved in the rocks to get back to land. While exploring the area, if you pay attention you can spot fossil shells on the walls of the cliffs. A true wonder of nature carved for hundreds of years by the wind, rain and waves, with spectacular views.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

A Boneca

Just on the side of Algar Seco we go thru "A Boneca" short tunnel carved on the cliff that opens and lights ups to a small room with two windows with the ocean view.This famous rock formation known as “The Doll", is a rock shaped like an inverted cone which looks like a doll when seen from the sea, where the two windows resemble the eyes. The view from this cave is absolutely spectacular and it will help you understand why Algar Seco is one of the most beautiful areas on Portugal.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Calcadao de Carvoeiro

The Carvoeiro boardwalk is a wonderful cliff top walk that leads to the Nossa Senhora da Encarnação fort. This ten minute short walk is along an elevated wooden pathway, which skirts the top of the cliffs and offers gorgeous views over the coastline. You can find signs along the way explaining the fauna and flora that is possible to spot in the area.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ermida de Nossa Senhora da Encarnacao

The boardwalk ends at the main entrance of the fort with the chapel, both are sitting on top of the hill, that overlooks the beach of Carvoeiro. Religious and military functions shared this space. The church already existed when, in 1675, the defensive military device was built here, in the form of an irregular polygon, possibly in the place where a watchtower would have existed.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Carvoeiro

From the fort we start descending, stopping right after at the view point which overlooks the beach and the old town. Here it is possible to admire the typical Algarve construtions and take pictures.Next we get to the old town where usually you get 30 minutes by yourselves to walk freely, you can go to the beach and also explore the old town, go shopping for souvenirs.Then it is time for lunch, at a typical Portuguese restaurant not far from the old town.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Silves

We do a quick stop at a view point that overlooks the Arade river, the farms, the city and the mighty castle on top of the hill, take a few photos. Also some explanation about the history of Silves castle. Then we go to Silves old town, to visit the castle.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Castelo de Silves

Built on top of a hill, the imposing Silves Castle is Roman in origin, but it was the Arabs who built the magnificent castle we see today, between the 8th and 13th centuries. We will enter the castle and walk around the patrol route on top of the castle walls.We will visit the remains from the period of Muslim occupation on the inside of the castle, in particular a silo which was used for storing cereals and a cistern covered by a vault seated on five semi-circular arches.Silves Castle is the best example of Arab military architecture in Portugal.
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50 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Silves Cathedral

In 1266, work began to build Silves Cathedral on the site of a former mosque. The cathedral is built in Gothic style and the high altar was rebuilt in Manueline style after the 1755 earthquake. We will walk by the cathedral, you can take photos.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Carvoeiro and Silves Premium – Shared small group > VTours Algarve?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled waterCold water
  • Entry fees for Castle and Church
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Parking Fees
  • LunchUsually the break for lunch is 1 hour, on a typical Portuguese Restaurant. The price of lunch is not included.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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