Tavira: The Amazing East Algarve

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19 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: Portuguese and 1 more

One week walking tour based in Tavira

Tavira is an ancient Moorish town that has retained its unique character and heritage. The town extends along the banks of the Gilao River and is a delightful mix of traditional Portuguese architecture with deep-rooted Moorish influences.

It is arguably the Algarve’s prettiest town, and exudes an authentic Portuguese charm. A true joy to explore with its plethora of historic buildings and decorative churches, all of which are set around charming plazas and pretty cobbled streets.

Layers of history can be seen, from Phoenician excavations through Islamic-decorated doorways to Renaissance and Baroque flourishes. However, it is the colours that hit you: crisp white walls, vivid azulejo tiles, fiery-red pantiles.

Our walks take us to Tavira Island in the Natural Park, taking in one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and to pretty coastal villages such as Santa Luzia, Cabanas and Cacela Velha.

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
7 daily breakfasts
All transports as outlined in the program, all walks and all visits.
Gratuities for your tour guide are not included in tour fares, are payable at your discretion, and are greatly appreciated.
Airport transfer
Private Insurance
Other meals not outlined in the program

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet & Greet at the Hotel on arrival – 18h00

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 19 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Tavira

    DAY 1 - Arrival Meet & Greet at the Hotel on arrival – 18h00 If time allows, an introductory walk will be offered

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Tavira

    Day 2 - Zimbral Walk Wonderful countryside walk through open rolling hillsides. Spectacular views allow a remarkable appreciation of the inland Algarve. We walk through picturesque villages and descend to finish in a low fertile valley full of orange orchards and small holdings. Ascent/Descent: 200/400m | Approx Km: 15 km | Approx Time: 05h00

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    DAY 3 - Santa Luzia and Tavira Island Walk Our walk takes us through Tavira’s saltpans, which until today use old-centuries traditional methods to extract high quality salt, used by renowned celebrity chefs. We take a relaxing break in the fishing village of Santa Luzia with its attractive waterfront. From here, we walk along Tavira Island’s beach regarded by many as one of the finest in the world with its vast stretches of golden sand and sparkling blue waters. Ascent/Descent: 300m | Approx Km: 15 km | Approx Time: 04h00

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    DAY 4 - Free day This is an ideal opportunity to relax and enjoy the attractions of Tavira and surroundings. You can walk/tour independently, or visit local places of interest. From Tavira there is a wide variety of sightseeing available (we can advise and/or recommend options according to your interests). On free time, keen bird-watchers may wish to visit Castro Marim in the fens and marshes of the "Reserva Natural do Sapal", famous for their flamingos, or enjoy other local sightseeing tours.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4

    DAY 5 - Manta Rota to Cabanas Walk A classic coastal walk following the inner shoreline and visiting the iconic village of Cacela Velha, the only cliff of the East Algarve, from where you’ll enjoy amazing vistas of the Ria Formosa and the Ocean. In Cabanas we’ll stop for a well-earned rest in one of the many cafés lining this spectacular waterfront. From here we will return to Tavira. Ascent/Descent: minimal | Approx Km: 9,5 km | Approx Time: 02h30

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    DAY 6 - Santa Catarina Cerâmica walk An inland walk through one of most beautiful and interesting valleys in the Algarve. Santa Catarina is one of the centres for the production of carob, almond, fig, olive oil and medronho (traditional firewater) and the surrounding countryside where we’ll walk through reflects this. We will also pass along artisanal brick and tile workshops, which use the high-quality clay of this region since the Roman era to produce the renowned Santa Catarina tiles. Ascent/Descent: 200/300m | Approx Km: 12,5 km | Approx Time: 03h30

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    DAY 7 - Fuzeta to Tavira Walk A lovely walk following the Algarve’s Ecovia. We’ll pass by old estates with orange, figs and almond orchards and through the salt pans of Fuzeta, where we are able to appreciate the rich birdlife of the area, in a quiet and tranquil area. Ascent/Descent: minimal | Approx Km: 17,0 km | Approx Time: 04h30

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Tavira

    DAY 8 - Departure Individual departure (not included)

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 2 pax minimum in a shared twin bedroom
  • Solo traveler mandatory supplement
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