Join us on a journey of discovery of some of the traditional industries of the inland.Free pick up from the accomodation heading to the area of Loulé where guests can visit the local market (situated near the historical center) and also a taste of the best traditional cakes made out of carob.
From here the tour goes to S.Brás de Alportel where we visit:
Traditional cork factory: Learn more about the process involved in preparing and packing the cork. Discover this innovating factory and all the processes to make this item so special.. Visit the beautiful landscape of the surroundings of S. Brás; Free time for lunch (optional) ; Visit to S. Brás Museum. Go into our history and traditions.. Learn about the skills of working with cork from the tree to the finished product. . Lunch is not included in the price.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✔ All fees and/or taxes
✔ Live commentary on board
✔ Entrance at the museum and at the cork factory
✖ Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
✖ Drinks
✖ Food and drinks
✖ Lunch
✖ Including tasting the cakes
Pickup Locations
1. Pine Cliffs Village & Golf Suites
2. Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort & Hotel Spa
3. Alagoamar Aparthotel
4. Quinta Pedra Dos Bicos
5. Muthu Oura Praia Hotel
6. Parque Monte Verde
7. Hotel Alisios
8. Club Ouratlantico
9. Hotel Capela Das Artes
10. Natura Algarve Club
11. Luna Clube Oceano
12. Hotel Apartamento Balaia Atlantico
13. Hotel Baltum
14. Cerro Branco Apartments
15. Thermas Pride Guest House & Spa For Men
16. Alfagar Cerro Malpique
17. Algarden Apartments
18. Clube Albufeira Garden Village - Apartamentos Turisticos
19. Jupiter Albufeira Hotel - Family & Fun
20. Cheerfulway Valmangude Jardim
Additional Info: It is very important that we know where the guest is staying.
The pick up location must be confirmed with us at least 24 hours before departure, so that we can indicate the pick up time.
If the vehicle have an unexpected breakdown during the tour, we will not refund the money, we will give the customer the opportunity to take the selected tour on another day.
Free pick ups within designated areas of Armação de Pera, Albufeira and Vilamoura.
Itinerary
1
Loule
The day starts with a visit to the village of Loulé where guests will visit the local charismatic market located near the historical center.. One of the most famous ones in Algarve.
Duration: 30 minutes
2
Sao Bras de Alportel
In here we take a guided visit to this important cork factory (very essential to the local economy) Duration: 90 minutes.:
Duration: 1.5 hours
3
Museu Municipal Loule
A visit to all departments of the museum.
Duration: 30 minutes
4
Castelo De Loule
A deep journey into our recent history.
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional info
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Minimum drinking age is 18 years
• Dress code is smart casual
• Seats are assigned by the theater box office and will not be known in advance of the performance date
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Visits to cork factory as subject to availability.
• No price for children
• Minimum required 6 people. We reserve the right to reschedule the tour or suggest a different experience available that day if the minimum number required is not available.
• If the vehicle have an unexpected breakdown durin the tour, we will not refund the money, we will give the customer the opportunity to take the selected tour on another day.
• This tour is not off road, therefore, the vehicle used to take this tour will be a Mercedes with air conditioning for greater customer comfort.
