Private jeep safari with historical highlights of Silves town
Ready for Adventure!! On our safari tour you have the opportunity to learn about the history of the Moorish city of Silves and its important historical facts, and then immerse yourself in the picturesque landscape of the mountains behind the city. A lot of history awaits you, an incredible plant world and a good adrenaline rush on the narrow pass roads.
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Private jeep safari with historical highlights of Silves town
What's included in Private jeep safari with historical highlights of Silves town
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Our tour takes you past some of the highlights of the city of Silves. Here you can see, for example, the "Ponte Romana", the old bridge of the city, the Moorish Castello, to the former mosque of the current cathedral of the city. You will learn a lot of interesting facts and historical facts about the former capital of the Algarve and its historical importance. Depending on the weather situation, our tour leads south/west along the Rio Arade towards Portimao or north towards Monchique. On both routes you will enjoy unique impressions that will fascinate you with the flora of the Algarve with its many different trees and plants. Our routes lead over narrow mountain passes to incredible places where great photo perspectives await you. But don't worry. The adrenaline rush doesn't stop there. Many of our customers say this tour is the "most romantic roller coaster" ride they have ever experienced.
Castelo de Silves
The Castle of Silves Fotopunkt (A motif straight out of a fairy tale) Built on a hilltop in the region's reddish sandstone, the castle, in an irregular rectangular plan, consists of a crenellated ring of walls with several half-height towers, but only one gate, in front of which is a bronze statue of King Sancho I.
Silves Cathedral
The earthquake of 1755 destroyed the city so badly that 14 residents were killed in the cathedral. The reconstruction of the almost completely abandoned city, whose ruined buildings were used as quarries, took more than a century
Inclusions
- Soda/Pop
- Castle of Silves - €2.80
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- We meet right behind the restaurant "O Alambique". There is a gravel parking area for 3 vehicles. If desired, a pick-up or another meeting point can be requested separately.
