Half Day Historical Tour to Silves and Monchique

4.6(28)4 hFree cancellationBy Coast and Country Tours

View over Silves Castle/ View over Silves Castle

About this activity

Discover the Moorish influences by visiting the city of Silves and Monchique in a comfortable minivan.

We embark to Silves, the old capital of the Algarve, accompanied POR experienced guides who will share with you all your knowledge about the region, from traditions, history, culture and beautiful landscapes to its castle, from the century. XI, one of the Moor fortifications of the Algarve. It will be possible at the visit its interior and still at the stop in silves its Cathedral built in the mid-15th century.

One of the ex-libris of the tour ON we will begin the climbing the mountain DE Monchique, visit its Caldas de Monchique, famous POR its waters and green vegetation.

The climb to the highest point of the Algarve, the Foia DE Monchique with its 902 m DE altitude and a complete view of the Algarve ON DE can be stunned by its landscape which is ideal for a good photograph of memory.

Excursion also counts with local trade visit, on DE we can taste the local medronho aguardente.

What's included

✓Proof DE regional licor
✓WiFi on board
✓Driver / Guide
✓Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

✕Entrance to the Castle of Silves - €2.80 per person
✕Collection Service DE

Meeting and pickup

Meeting place DE Albufeira. If you are outside DE Albufeira or in Albufeira the meeting point is next to our office.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under 6 are not allowed

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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