On this day tour we go to the mountains! Monchique is right up there. With evergreen vegetation, it allows us to have fantastic views. The first stop is at Caldas de Monchique, a 16th century SPA Resort. Let’s explore the ancient gardens that look like they came out of a fairy tale and drink the famous alkaline water!
The small town of Monchique is quite warm and we can walk in its small streets.
After that we go to Fóia, the highest point in the Algarve and one of the largest in Portugal. With 902 meters of height, we were able to have a 360º view of breathtaking.
Come with South Explorers to discover this paradise on earth!
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Professional guide
✔ Bottled water
✔ Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
✖ Gratuities
Pickup Locations
1. Via Don Ana
2. WOT Lagos Montemar
3. Marina Club Lagos Resort
4. Apartamentos Turisticos Marsol
5. Tivoli Lagos Hotel
6. Riomar
7. Sollagos Apartamentos Turisticos
8. HI Lagos - Pousada de Juventude
9. Da Baleeira
10. Lagosmar Story Hotel
11. Casa da Moura
12. Baluarte da Vila Apartments
13. Casa Paula
14. Lagos Avenida Hotel
15. Marina Club Apartments II
16. Hotel Marina Rio
17. Casa das Laranjeiras
18. Casa Mae
Additional Info: Pick-up at your accomodation in Lagos area. In some cases where it is not possible to access with the minivan, you will be informed of the nearest place to make your pick-up.
Itinerary
1
South Explorers
We will pick you up at your accomodation or hotel.
2
Caldas de Monchique
Here we will visit the small spa where we find a secret garden of the sixteenth century. In this verdant garden we will prove the water that comes directly from the mountain, the purest and known for its medicinal properties.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Monchique
Small village with a nice old character! We will stop and visit a viewpoint and the main square of the village. We will also tour the historic center with small traditional shops.
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Monte Foia
We go to the top of Monchique Mountain. Fóia is 902 meters high and offers a unique view of the entire region. Here we will also find an exhibition of craftsmanship of monchique artisans.
Duration: 60 minutes
5
Igreja da Misericordia de Monchique
Let's stop in the village of Monchique and see the view from the belvedere. Then we walk to the central square where we will taste the famous firewater "Medronho".
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional info
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Minimum age is 06 years
