Silves and Monchique Mountains Tour
Excursions & day trips

Silves and Monchique Mountains Tour

4.6/5
Excellent
Based on 10 reviews
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£65.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Do this because
  • Scenic tour of the Algarve countryside
  • Visit the towns of Silves and Monchique
  • Discover Foia and the Monchique Mountains
  • Walk through the Caldas de Monchique natural garden
What to expect

The Algarve is famed for its beautiful beaches, yet its countryside is also filled with little gems. On this exclusive tour, you'll head into the Monchique Mountains to visit the history-steeped towns of Silves and Monchique as well as Mt Foia. Plus, you'll taste some local treats along the way.

First up is Silves, in the heart of the orange-growing country at the foot of the highlands. You'll climb up its castle to admire the views, learn about its Moorish past and enjoy a cake and orange juice in its café. We'll then continue the excursion deep into the Monchique Mountains, where we'll stop in a restaurant for lunch.

Next is Mt Foia, the Algarve's highest point. Here, you can enjoy panoramic views over the countryside. You'll also drop into a shop for a liqueur tasting. Then, it's on to Monchique to explore its cobbled streets and traditional shops. Rounding off the day is Caldas de Monchique for a guided walk through a garden rich in the area's endemic trees as well as a mineral water tasting.

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What's included
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  • check Entrance fees
  • check Lunch
  • check Tastings
What to remember
  • There's a donation to the TUI Care Foundation, a local animal welfare organisation and a children's orphanage for every excursion sold
  • This tour is guided in English and German
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Bring suitable footwear
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Provider
TUI PORTUGAL
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.6/5

Based on 10 reviews from verified customers

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  • Frankonline

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled with a group of friends

     

    55 - 64 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    The lack of detailed information before booking needs looking into. A blanket statement ” people with reduced mobility should not choose this” is unac ...

  • John

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Solo traveller

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    All on schedule. Excellent guidance from rep and good food. What more could you want?

  • Frank

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Solo traveller

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The tour was great unfortunately the weather was not but that had nothing to do with the tour.The guide Anna was great and I really enjoyed it inspire ...

  • Paul

    From United Kingdom - October 2024

    Solo traveller

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Unfortunately the weather closed in at the top of the mountain so the views were non-existant. But generally speaking it was a nice day out, even thou ...

  • 3goaway

    From United Kingdom - September 2024

    Travelled with family

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Didn't get to see much of Silves castle as French translation took too long before English one began. French went off to explore but English didn't ge ...

  • Sarah Raybould

    From United States of America - September 2024

    Travelled with a group of friends

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Really nice trip the guide was very knowledgeable and helpful I would recommend

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