Guided Tours

Full-Day Jeep Tour in Algarve

Name: Full-Day Jeep Tour in Algarve
Start: 2024-12-24T09:00:00
End: 2024-12-24T16:00:00
Location: Portimao

Jeep navigating rugged terrain in Algarve during full-day tour.

Jeep navigating rugged terrain in Algarve during a full-day tour.

On this day-long Jeep tour with lunch, explore the ancient villages and scenic countryside of Algarve. Taste honey, medronho, and other spirits.

Highlights

Go off the beaten path and discover white-washed villages like Monchique and Alte on your full-day guided Jeep safari.
Visit an old fire distillery and sample locally produced items like medronho liquor and honey before eating a delicious local lunch.
Learn facts about the history and culture of this region from an expert English and Portuguese-speaking guide.
See spectacular waterfalls and dense cork oak forests as well as ancient Arab castles!
Fun Fact: For centuries, the whole of Portugal was known as Algarve (the West), named so by the Moors when they had occupied the nation.

Inclusions

7-hour Jeep tour
English & Portuguese-speaking guide
Medronho tasting
Honey tasting
Lunch
Pick-up & drop-off at hotels between Quarteira & Praia da Luz

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your Experience

A glimpse into the rural way of life in the Algarve.

The Medronho & Honey Distillery

After a quick introduction with your guide, hop into the jeep and start your 7-hour trip. The first stop is a small local distillery, where you taste the local drink, medronho. It is a potent alcoholic beverage made from the fruit of the arbutus tree.

Sample some of this traditional fire water before continuing to see how honey gets made. The Apis mellifera iberiensis or Spanish bee produces this translucent golden yellow honey, rich in mineral salts. You’re encouraged to channel Winnie-the-Pooh as you take a taste.

Enjoy Lunch at Monchique

Next, head to Monchique in the Serra de Monchique mountains, a picturesque village settled by the Moors in the 8th century. Bask in its stunning views and walk by its charming architecture. In the hills right nearby lies the ancient Moorish castle Silves. Relish the delicious cuisine with a sumptuous lunch in a local restaurant.

After lunch, climb to the highest point in Algarve: Foia Mountain, at an altitude of 900-meters. Take in panoramic views of the Western Algarve and the Costa Vicentina, all against the backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean.

Cool off in Alte’s Waterfall

On the way down towards the Algarve, stop at Alte, another white-washed village known for its natural beauty and traditional charm. Here, you have the opportunity to cool off in a beautiful waterfall. A perfect end to a day of adventure and discovery.

Itinerary

Pick-up from hotels between Quarteira & Praia da Luz
Distillery visit
Lunch in Monchique village
Foia Mountain
Alte village & waterfall visit
Drop-off at hotels between Quarteira & Praia da Luz

Know Before You Go

Important Information

Please mention any dietary requirements when booking.
It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes and clothes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.
If taking a dip in the waterfall at Alte, carry a change of clothes.
Bring along your sunglasses, sunscreen, and water bottle.

Restrictions

The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users or pregnant persons.
Note that the following are not allowed on this tour: Large bags & pets.

Timings

Daily: 9am onwards
Duration: 7 hours

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the time of pick-up.

Hotel Transfers

This ticket includes pickups and drop-offs from hotels between Quarteira to Praia da Luz.
In the next step of booking, please specify the name of your hotel.
On the day of your tour, please arrive at your hotel lobby 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time.
If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of your hotel.