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Silves and Caldas de Monchique Tour

Visit the old capital of the Algarve and explore the highest peak of this region. On this tour to Silves and Caldas de Monchique, you'll enjoy Portuguese culture and nature. Silves and Caldas de Monchique Tour.

  • 4 hours
  • 9Exceptional | 14 reviews

Visit the old capital of the Algarve and explore the highest peak of this region. On this tour to Silves and Caldas de Monchique, you'll enjoy Portuguese culture and nature.

Silves and Caldas de Monchique Tour

At 9 am, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Albufeira and head northwest to Silves, with a travel time of approximately 30 minutes.

Upon arrival, we will explore the historic center, highlighting the Moorish influences. The tour includes the exterior of Silves Castle, a notable Moorish fortress with origins dating back to the 8th century, and the Cathedral, a Gothic-style structure built over the remains of an ancient mosque.

Next, we will drive to Caldas de Monchique, known for its hot springs and scenic beauty. Here, we will experience the tranquility that made this location a retreat for the Romans.

We will then proceed to Fóia de Monchique, the highest peak in the Algarve, where participants can take photographs of the valleys and, on clear days, see the Atlantic Ocean.

Finally, the excursion concludes at approximately 1 pm with a drop-off at your hotel.

Included

  • Hotel pick up and drop off.
  • Transport by minibus.
  • English speaking guide.

Tips

  • Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets. Information in easy-to-read format.

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