Things to do in Algarve, Portugal: The Best Private Tours

September 17, 2021 Rebbecca Marino

The Algarve's sunny shores offer perfect escapes for all types, from those seeking the hot nightlife of flashy, energetic Lagos to those desiring secluded stays in rambling Sagres. Portugal's most southerly region offers historical attractions in former Moorish capital Silves and fascinating Tavira, great golf, fabulous beaches from Praia da Luz to Armacao de Pera, thermal springs at Caldas de Monchique, and miles of limestone caves and grottoes, cliffs and bays along its rugged coastline.
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1. Algarve wine tour of two wine estates and lunch at hystorical town of Silves

Portimao, Portimao, Faro District, Algarve Algarve Wine Tours
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- Visit to two wine estates of the demarcated region of the Algarve, guided by wine expert, and acquire in-depth knowledge about the every aspect about the world of wine and the process of winemaking. For lunch traditional portuguese food at a tyical resturant in Silves.This historical town, located in the countryside, was before the capital of the moorish kingdom of the Algarve.

Inclusions: Beverages, Lunch, Wine tasting, Local guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off from Portimão, Transport by private vehicle, Private tour is guaranteed if your party are 4 people or more, Group of 2-3 may have to share with other 2-3 maximum. Private tour for 2-3 can go with an extra fee

Exclusions: Pickup and drop-off from other points than not Portimão area are available for additional cost

Reviewed By Dianeonthego

Fabio was a fantastic guide. He is passionate, engaging and incredibly knowledgable about all stages of the harvest, wine production and tasting. As someone who has been on many wine tours, I still managed to learn something new and different. We had a wonderful morning and I would highly recommend booking any tour with him. Obrigada Fabio!

2. Private Tour West Coast Full Day

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Explore the West Coast in the comfort in our minivan with air conditioning, visit Aljezur and take the chance to visit its castle with a fantastic view. After we go to Monte Clérigo Beach, where you will have a fantastic view also to Amoreira Beach, where the River joins the Sea. In Monte Clérigo you will have time for a stop in the small village, right next to the beach, where you can contemplate the fantastic views. Nearby we will stop in Arrifana where you can see stunning black cliffs with more than 100 meters. From here you will go to Carrapateira, an area with a beautiful beach and breathtaking cliffs. You will be able to enjoy nature still intact, smell new smells and be dazzled by breathtaking views! During the afternoon, go to Sagres to see the acclaimed Fortress and visit the church inside, the sundial and the fantastic cliffs over 100 meters high. Finish the day in the Cape of St. Vincent. On your way back, you will be dropped off at your hotel.

Inclusions: Private tour, Bottled water, Local guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch

Reviewed By 88nelsonk

Really nice, I really enjoyed this time and all the informations I learned during this guided tour Antonio was very nice, informed and clear in his explanations. I spent a really good moment I highly recommand if you want to discover more about this area.

3. Faro - Private from Albufeira

Rua do Município, R. do Município, 8200 Albufeira, Portugal GL Tours
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A knowledgeable local guide will take you on memorable tour. Faro is one of the most underrated towns in this part of the world, and we’re going to make a point of giving it the credit it is due. A gorgeous old town and some of the region’s best churches demand nothing less. Old Town Downtown Marina

Inclusions: Liability and Personal Accident..., Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off From Albufeira Town / Vilamoura + Toll / Parking fees, Mandatory Licenses: RNAAT 743/2016 and RNAVT 6326

Exclusions: Monuments, Museums,etc. Fees.

Reviewed By Joanna K

We booked GL Tours with Gabriel for 1 day. It was our last day in Portugal and Gabtiel shown us a few great spots on the way from Lagos to Faro from which we had a flight home. Gabriel drove us right to the most attractive points of cavoreiro and Abufeira and explained where to go, what to see and where to eat. Super option for the day. No worries with the transportation, parking and looking around when you have little time. Gabriel shown us hidden gems we would probably not find ourselves. We recommend strongly.

4. Alentejo Wine Tour from the Algarve

8500 Portimão, Portugal Algarve Wine Tours
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The Alentejo, already considered the best wine region in the world to visit by the readers of USA Today and often referred and recommended in expertized publications, is an inevitable destination in Portugal for wine lovers This idilic and rural region is an invitation to relaxation and delight. It impresses immediatelly you enter it and drive through its flat lands and small hills, surrounded by agricultural fields of vines, flowers, cork and olive trees, pastures full of cattle and much more The region has old traditions in the wine production and a troubled story made of advances and retreats, but in the last decades has affirmed its full potential as wine region of excellence and arrives to the present day as a main actor in the panorama of portuguese wines. A region that has preserved its best traditions, while at the same time became leader in innovation, research and technology. Combining this with its simplicity and gastronomic culture makes it a destination not to be missed

Inclusions: Wine tasting samples, Lunch at restaurant "Campo do Caroço" with free selection from the menu that includes starters, main course, desert, water, house wine and coffee, Wine tasting, During lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Private tour is guaranteed if your party are 4 people or more, A party of 2-3 people may have to share with other 2-3 maximum (being transported in a 7 seater car), A totally private tour for 2-3 people can be guaranteed with an extra fee (value is variable)

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Reviewed By Dianeonthego

Fabio was a fantastic guide. He is passionate, engaging and incredibly knowledgable about all stages of the harvest, wine production and tasting. As someone who has been on many wine tours, I still managed to learn something new and different. We had a wonderful morning and I would highly recommend booking any tour with him. Obrigada Fabio!

5. Sigtseeing in a Tuk Tuk ,Unique Experience

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Discover Albufeira aboard our fun Tuk Tuk ,and get to know a little more of the rich history of our city . The tour takes 2.5 hours ,starts in Albufeira and finish in Olhos D`água ,wiht diferents stops and spectacular  viewpoints.  Passing true Albufeira and Marina ,Beach of Santa Eulália ,Litle fishing village Olhos dágua ,Falésia.

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guided, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Liability insurance and personal accident insurance

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Reviewed By 329stellab

A great afternoon was had. The tuk tuk was so much fun and a great way to see Albufeira. Andre was a great host, very knowledgeable and spoke very good English. Would highly recommend this tour.

6. Private Tour Algarve From Lisbon To Lagos And Sagres

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Explore the stunning Algarve coast on a full-day tour from Lisbon. Head south to Lagos and explore the Ponta da Piedade viewpoint, with the option to take a cave tour by boat (not included in the tour price). Then head to Portugal’s southernmost tip, Sagres, to visit the St. Vincent lighthouse and Sagres Fortress. Take in the beautiful coastal scenery throughout the day and enjoy informative commentary from your guide. Explore the Algarve coast on a full-day private tour from Lisbon Discover the caves of Piedade in Lagos, with the option of a cave boat trip (not included in the tour price) Visit the southernmost tip of Portugal, Sagres, and its fortress Customize the itinerary to your interests and desires

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation, Bottled water, Driver/Escort

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Cave boat trip, Entry/Admission - Ponta da Piedade Lighthouse

Reviewed By VivianeH878

We spend a long afternoon and evening with Filipe and it was wonderful. I highly recommend him. We visited Sintra and the amazing Perla Palace , the Quinta Regaleira and had the lovely pastry specialty of Sintra. Filipe is a very pleasant charming person to be with, he is very knowledgeable about, the area, the sites, the history and so much more. Time flies with him. We ended the evening in a great fish and seafood restaurant hanging on the side of a cliff Azenhas do Mar. If you are in Lisbon take one of his tours and enjoy.

7. 2 Day Private Tour of the Algarve from Lisbon

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Two days private tour in the Algarve from Lisbon, perfect for you who want to visit the Algarve region, but do not know exactly where or how. The Algarve is a Portuguese region with about 200 km from east to west, in these two days we suggest the visit to some of the most important places among them; Faro, Tavira, Albufeira, Lagos and Sagres, always with the historical accompaniment of each place and with the main curiosities, this private tour can still be adjusted according to your interests or curiosity.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation

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Reviewed By caseydoyle64

This tour was great! Miguel was very friendly and knowledgeable. We asked to add in a stop and he was very accommodating, and we managed to see more than what was described!

8. Discover Albufeira in a Tuk Tuk

Rua Bartolomeu Dias, R. Bartolomeu Dias, 8200 Albufeira, Portugal Lusotuk Albufeira
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It is a pleasure for Lusotuk to share with you the most breathtaking views that Albufeira has to offer. Visit the best beaches, cliffs with impressive views and monuments that mark the history of Albufeira and Portugal. If all this were not enough, you will have the opportunity to discover some "secret" places that few know about. Don't miss this opportunity to have a memorable experience.

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Reviewed By 485ritaw

We just took this tour with Jorge and it was wonderful! He was incredibly accomadating, let us choose the start time of tour. He took us all around Albufiera and the surrounding area, sharing hints and history on the area. He could not have been more solicitous. My 7 y.o. had a blast riding the little tuk-tuk and when Jorge realized my sister was stuggling with back issues, he even drove us (in the tuk-tuk ????) all the way to our hotel on the outskirts of town. Would highly recommend!

9. Algarve Private Tour From Lisbon To Lagos And Sagres

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Explore the stunning Algarve coast on a full-day tour from Lisbon. Head south to Lagos and explore the the Ponta da Piedade viewpoint, with the option to take a cave tour by boat (not included in the tour price). Then head to Portugal’s southernmost tip, Sagres, to visit the St. Vincent lighthouse and Sagres Fortress. Take in the beautiful coastal scenery throughout the day and enjoy informative commentary from your guide. Explore the Algarve coast on a full-day private tour from Lisbon Discover the the Ponta da Piedade viewpoint in Lagos, with the option of a cave boat trip (not included in the tour price) Visit the southernmost tip of Portugal, Sagres, and its fortress Customize the itinerary to your interests and desires

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation, Bottled water, Driver/Escort

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Cave boat trip, Entry/Admission - Ponta da Piedade Lighthouse

Reviewed By VivianeH878

We spend a long afternoon and evening with Filipe and it was wonderful. I highly recommend him. We visited Sintra and the amazing Perla Palace , the Quinta Regaleira and had the lovely pastry specialty of Sintra. Filipe is a very pleasant charming person to be with, he is very knowledgeable about, the area, the sites, the history and so much more. Time flies with him. We ended the evening in a great fish and seafood restaurant hanging on the side of a cliff Azenhas do Mar. If you are in Lisbon take one of his tours and enjoy.

10. The Bread Making Challenge!

Largo dos Chorões, 8550-455 Monchique, Portugal AlecrimTours
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FOODIE TOURS Portuguese cuisine is amongst the best in the world, and it’s in the heart of the Monchique mountains that you will find some of the finest local products from local farmers. With this in mind, we welcome you to take one of our Gastronomic Tours, during which you will meet with local producers, learning about their products and how they are made. The main products in Monchique are Honey, Medronho (local firewater made from the arbutus berry), Mushrooms, Chestnuts, Chouriço and a wide variety of Pork products. Our Serra also hosts a wide variety of wildlife and flora, perfect for nature lovers. So, what better than to combine all these qualities to present you with a selection of Tours, that show you all we have to offer! Please note: Foodie tours must be booked at least 24 hours in advance.

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Reviewed By volkers380

Three generations of our family recently enjoyed the Medronho experience in Monchique. The two hour trip provided us with some spectacular views of the Algarve from the Picota range and a facinating insight into the Medronho cottage industry. The demonstration of how the local firewater is distilled was given by a lovely local couple and in English. Although no liquid was currently in production, as many of the Strawberry trees were lost in the big fire in 2018, we still spent a good hour in a building over 100 years old where we saw all the equipment used and heard how the spirit is produced. We were able to sample a few delicious glasses from two different vintages of Medronho, as well as local food specialities. The tasting was generous and so it was a good job that we had a driver to take us back home. Great experience of rural life in the Algarve.

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