Enjoy a full day in Monchique and Silves to explore not only the known highlights (the cork forest, the highest point of the Algarve and former capital), but everything of interest, such as the cultural elements of the mountain life, the local food culture and historic roots.
Pickup included
You will take an ethnocultural journey through the splendid biodiverse nature of Monchique, getting to know a variety of aspects of life in the mountains, enjoying numerous panoramas and including several visits: Cork forest: 30 minutes guided visit Foía, highest point: 10 minutes photo stop Local distillery: 30 minutes guided visit and tasting Main village: 15 minutes free time for photos Typical lunch in local restaurant: 1h15 minutes
You will drive from Monchique to Silves whilst enjoying beautiful views going down the mountain. In Silves your guide will tell you about the importance of Silves throughout history and you will have free time to visit what interests you most about the town (castle, cathedral, entrance gate, shops, ...) or relax and have a fresh orange juice in the sun.
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 70 minutes before departure time.
We can pick you up at your accommodation (hotel or rental home) in the areas of Praia da Luz, Lagos, Alvor, Portimão, Praia da Rocha, Ferragudo, Lagoa, Carvoeiro, Armação de Pêra, Galé, Guia, Albufeira, Olhos d'Água, Praia da Falésia. Depending on bookings and traffic, your driver can be 10 minutes early or late. Pick up times are as follows: PRAIA DA FALÉSIA – 08:40 OLHOS D’ÁGUA – 08:45 FERREIRAS – 08:45 ALBUFEIRA – 08:45 GALÉ – 09:00 SALGADOS – 09:00 ARMAÇÃO DE PÊRA – 09:10 PORCHES – 09:10 CARVOEIRO – 09:15 LAGOA – 09:15 FERRAGUDO – 09:15 PORTIMÃO – 09:15 PRAIA DA ROCHA – 09:15 PRAIA DO VAU – 09:15 ALVOR – 09:15 MEIA PRAIA – 09:10 LAGOS – 09:00 PRAIA DA LUZ – 08:45