Excursions & day trips

Tour to Silves and Monchique

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£34.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: from 7 hours to 8 hours

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Guided tour

Do this because

Learn about the culture and history of Algarve
Explore the Monchique mountains, the highest point in Algarve and enjoy breathtaking landscapes
Visit the town of Silves with its beautiful castles and cathedral
Unique experience - definitely something to write home about
Explore the countryside and become part of the beautiful landscape

What to expect

Enjoy a day dedicated to history, culture and breathtaking landscapes.

Your first stop will be at Silves (once the Moorish capital of the Algarve), where you will have free time to visit its beautiful castle and cathedral (dating back to the 13th century). From the castle towers, it is possible to enjoy fantastic views over the city, fields and meadows.

Your tour continues to the Monchique mountains up to Fóia, where the air is pure and fresh. It is the highest place in the Algarve and contains breathtaking landscapes, perfect for taking photos.

What's included

Entrance fees
Guided tour
Guided walking tour
Transportation in air-conditioned coach
Pick-up and drop-off from designated areas

What's not included

Food and drinks

Where

Monchique, Portugal

Meeting point:

The voucher PICK-UP TIME displayed may differ depending on your Hotel location. Please refer to VOUCHER PICK-UP for your correct time

What to remember

Please arrive at the pick-up point at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled time. Please be aware that you may have to wait until at least 10 minutes after the scheduled time
In case of delay, please contact the emergency number provided on your voucher
Please provide a valid contact number and e-mail address at checkout, so you may be informed of any changes to the tour
Please be aware that the excursion runs internationally, therefore there may be more than one language on the tour. The main spoken language is English (other languages might be requested, but subject to availability)
Please be aware that the program/itinerary can be subject to changes
Please be aware that the excursion might be subject to availability and minimum numbers
Please be aware that the excursion may be cancelled due to weather conditions or other outside our control
Please note that the rates do not include entrances in monuments, meals and/or personal expenses, except if mentioned otherwise
Please note that the rates may change without previous notice due to government rules or others outside our control
Complaints will only be considered valid if made locally and immediately
Refunds are not applicable in case clients miss their pick-up or cancel within less than 48 hours

Provider

Eco Viagens

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.

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