Secrets of the East
Overview
Today we offer you the opportunity of discovering one of the less known areas of the eastern Algarve!
We propose an unforgettable visit to a salt pan where you will be able to see how the finest salt in Portugal is produced. Beyond this, you can appreciate the natural beauty of the Ria Formosa estuary.
Our next stop is Olhão. Here you have an opportunity to explore the famous market with its huge selection of fish.
After visiting the market in Olhão it is time to recharge your batteries enjoying a typical lunch in a Restaurant, where you will be delighted with the freshness of the fish served!
After lunch, we will pass by a tiny, traditional fishing village - Santa Luzia. There you will see the pots used to catch octopus - an ingenious device!
Our final stop is Tavira - the queen of the Algarve coastal towns. See the Arab fortress, the Roman Bridge dating from the IV century and visit at least some of the towns 22 churches!
An unforgettable day is guaranteed!
What's Included
- Lunch
- Despesas de caracter pessoal.
- Gratificações
- Entradas em monumentos nacionais
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
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Olhao
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Santa Luzia
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- 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 22 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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.
- Lunch.
- Despesas de caracter pessoal.
- Gratificações.
- Entradas em monumentos nacionais.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Secrets of the East is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Lunch
- Despesas de caracter pessoal.
- Gratificações
- Entradas em monumentos nacionais
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- 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 22 travelers
