Portugal Inland Paths, Self-drive
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Portugal Inland Paths, Self-drive

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Created: Tuesday, April 8, 2025
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Based on 2 adults
Created: Tuesday, April 8, 2025
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Choose this eight-days self-drive tour and get inspired by discovering inland paths of Algarve and Alentejo. The natural diversity of these regions is undoubtedly one of the greatest riches. Starting in Faro, fascinating capital of Algarve, you will drive to Monchique, scenic base for exploring the natural scenery, with some excellent options for walking, biking and canoeing. A strip of coastal villages will take you to Grandola, beautiful, privileged area popular for relaxing at close Troia or Comporta beach, and once in Évora you will be allured by its unique romantic atmosphere, delicious gastronomy and captivating history. This trip will fill all your senses and will leave great memories for the lifetime. 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Monchique: picturesque region that offers excellent hiking or cycling excursion or adventurous canoeing. Popular for the thermal villa Caldas de Monchique and Love Fountain.

Cabo São Vicent: marvelous landscape unspoiled coastlines and dramatic horizons of cliffs, covered by the myths and legends from the Discoveries Are and the enigmatic figure of Prince Henry the Navigator.

Sagres: this fortress is a witness of the mysterious history and legends of maritime adventure founded by the 15th century by the Infante D. Henrique.

Grândola: charming town, dazzled by its diverse mountainous and coastline surroundings. Home to different architectonical sites and memorable monuments of Carnation Revolution

Évora: book of Portuguese art history, city written in the UNESCO World Heritage, perceiving the loving spirit of the local poets and art lovers.

Day 1: ARRIVAL FARO – MONCHIQUE (80 km – 1 h)

Arrive at Faro International Airport, meet and greet by our local representative who will assist you with your car hire and inform you how to proceed on your departure day. Make the most of your time in the Algarve. Drive to the capital of the Algarve – Faro (just 10 minutes from the airport) and explore this city with centuries of history, starting in the Moorish and medieval times. Stroll downs the narrow streets and whitewashed houses, walk inside the walls, perhaps have a drink at one of the cities iconic bars facing the beautiful sea view or taste shellfish at one of the local restaurant. Afterwards, drive to Monchique, check-in to your hotel and the rest of the day at leisure, relaxing at the thermal resort. 

Overnight in Monchique.

Day 2: MONCHIQUE – CAPE ST. VICENTE – MONCHIQUE (180 km – 2.5 hrs)

Have an early breakfast at the hotel and after, take a short walk along the Caldas de Monchique, to find Fonte dos Amores – the Love Fountain. Today, you will be heading towards the Edge of Portugal in the South, Sagres and Cape São Vicente. If you drive straight to Cape São Vicent, besides the magnificent view over the Atlantic Ocean you will see Sagres, the fortress that witnesses all the legends of maritime adventure during the Moorish pirates’ attacks. Later on visit the Village of Pedralva and experience the rural life in the Algarve. Perhaps stop at the Gourmet Grocery or enjoy lunch at the local restaurant. On the way back, drive along the coast, pass through Lagos, and finish this day with the romantic sunset at Ponta da Piedade.

Overnight in Monchique.

Day 3: MONCHIQUE – FOIA – GRANDOLA (180km – 2h30m)

After your leisure breakfast at the hotel, check-out and follow your drive to Grandola. En-route visit the village of Monchique, starting point for a hike up to Foia Peak, the highest point in the Algarve. Continue driving to Aljezur, a small charming village that stretches along the coastline and admire breath-taking views over the ocean. Perhaps stop for a lunch at the local restaurant and try Perceves, typical speciality of this region. Passing Vila Nova de Mil Fontes, you will be arriving at the hotel that is settled in the beautiful Valley of Sobreiras. After the check-in, spend the rest of the day at leisure, enjoying all facilities of the hotel and admiring the charming rural atmosphere of its landscape. Dinner at the hotel (included).

Overnight in Grândola.

Day 4: GRANDOLA – COMPORTA – GRANDOLA (120 km – 2.45 hrs)

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel and get ready for exploring Grândola. Walk along its archaeological sites and discover the monuments of Carnation Revolution, memorable for ending fascism in Portugal. Drive to Comporta beach, located on the south of Troia. Lay back and relax at the beach and continue to Cais Palafitico da Carrasqueira, a masterpiece of popular architecture. This port, built on irregular wooden piles and boards, is a popular photography destination. The wharf and its mooring lines are used by local fishing boats. Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of this rural place and return back to your hotel visiting picturesque villages, such as Melides and Santiago de Cacém and discover more about the Alentejo region and its unique rustic spirit. Dinner at the hotel (included).

Overnight in Grândola.

Day 5: GRANDOLA – ALQUEVA – EVORA (197 km – 2.45 hrs)

Begin your day with a breakfast at the hotel, check-out and get ready for your following destination, Évora, the city commonly known as the book of Portuguese art history. You will drive along the Great Lake resulting from the Alqueva Reservoir, the largest artificial lake in Europe, surrounded by an enviable natural landscape. Alqueva Sky is the first certified place in the world by Starlight Foundation as a Starlight Tourism Destination, the perfect place to observe sky and stars. Drive to Aldeia da Luz, village submerged by the dam waters, visit the Museum and explore deeper about its tragic history. Not far from Évora, there is a Reguengos de Monsaraz, well-known for its delicious wines. Once in Évora, check-in to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. 

Overnight in Évora.

Day 6: EVORA – ELVAS – BADAJOZ (SPAIN) – EVORA (205 km – 2.45 hrs)

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel. Today you will extend your driving experience for Badajoz, located in Spain. En-route stop at the Evoramonte parish and admire simple white houses, traditionally painted with white lime and unique ornaments. Follow to Estremoz, simple provincial town, busy trading center, with lots of shops selling farm tools, earthenware pottery and gourmet delights – all of which are available at the great market that takes part at the huge central square on Saturday. The town also boasts some excellent eateries. In Elvas visit the largest bulwarked fortification in the world that had major importance during the battles of independence of Portugal in the mid-17th century, and served as a base for General Wellington during the Napoleonic Wars in the early 19th century. Afterwards you will be crossing the border with Spain and you will arrive at Badajoz. Badajoz has a handful of good museums and a hilltop Alcazaba. Return to Évora and spend the rest of the afternoon walking down its romantic streets, perhaps taste the local gastronomy at one of the restaurants. 

Overnight in Évora.

Day 7: ÉVORA – MONCHIQUE (210 km – 2.45 hrs)

After the breakfast at the hotel, check-out and head to Évora. The name came from the Celtic word, Ebora and nowadays it is one of the most romantic cities of Portugal, classified in the UNESCO World Heritage. Templo de Diana (Diana Temple), Catedral da Sé, Capela dos Ossos, are just a few sites to visit, on which you will learn why this city was chosen by the Portuguese kings as their residence. Delicious local gastronomy cannot be ignored, as its Migas com Carne, leftover bread, soaked in water, garlic, spices and combined with braised pork, is a luscious experience for the foodie lovers. Big farewell to Évora because in the afternoon you will drive back to Monchique in Algarve. 

Overnight in Monchique.

Day 8: MONCHIQUE – DEPARTURE FARO (80 km – 1 h)

Spend your last morning in Portugal savouring your breakfast. After check-out from your hotel and drive back to Faro Airport where you will return the rental car and prepare for your return flight.

Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Portugal. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

Remarks:

Does not include:

* Tips.

* Personal expenses.

* No other services not specified in the previous section.

* We inform you that in some countries there is a local tax known as "stay tax", "municipal tax", "tourist tax" (or similar denomination) that is not included in the price of the reservation and must be paid directly by each guest at the corresponding establishment and / or airport. Keep in mind that these taxes can change over time, therefore, it is necessary to check if the country of destination charges this type of tax and the current amount to be paid.



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* This trip may not be suitable for people with reduced mobility. Check with your agency about its suitability based on your personal needs.


* We inform you that in some countries there is a local tax known as "stay tax", "municipal tax", "tourist tax" (or similar denomination) that is not included in the price of the reservation and must be paid directly by each guest at the corresponding establishment and / or airport. Keep in mind that these taxes can change over time, therefore, it is necessary to check if the country of destination charges this type of tax and the current amount to be paid.


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* In the case of making the reservation, the rates do not allow modifications. You must cancel and make a new reservation. Cancellation expenses according to rate conditions.



INCLUSION INSURANCE IN COMBINED TRAVEL RESERVATIONS


With regard to our inclusion insurance, said insurance exclusively includes those people who have their residence and origin of the trip in Spain or Portugal.


CHAPTER I (Obligations of information and content of the combined travel contract), Article 153 (Pre-contractual information), point 1, section H:


"1. Before the traveler is bound by any package travel contract or corresponding offer, the organizer, and also the retailer, when the package is sold through the latter, will provide the traveler with the form with the standard information regarding to the package trip that appears in annex II, A or B, as well as the following information that is applicable to the package trip:

"h) Information on the subscription of an optional insurance that covers the expenses originated in the event that the traveler decides to terminate the contract or the expenses of assistance, including those of repatriation, in case of accident, illness or death."



Said section refers to the obligation to inform the client of the possibility of contracting insurance, not to the obligation to include insurance on the trip, that is, the client has the power (option) to contract insurance with the agency or not. . The agency has the obligation to inform that it is recommended that the client take out insurance that includes, at least, issues such as repatriation,... which is basically inclusion insurance.


Once the agency informs the client about the recommendation to contract insurance for the trip, it is the client who can contract insurance with the agency, or contract it directly with whoever they want.



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ACCOMMODATION:

  • 7 night’s accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2 Monchique:

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Central Monchique or similar 4*

Day 3-4 Grândola:

Superior Hotel Category = Sobreiras Alentejo Country Hotel or similar 4*

Day 5-6 Évora:

Superior Hotel Category = The Noble House Hotel or similar 4*

Day 7 Monchique:

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Central Monchique or similar 4*

CAR HIRE OPTIONS:

Car Group A =  Fiat 500 or similar

Car Group C =  Renault Clio or similar

MEALS:

  • 7 Breakfasts 
  • 2 Dinners (Day 3 and 4)
  • Optional extra: Half Board supplement: additional 5 Dinners (day 1, 2 and 5 to 7) 

CAR HIRE:

  • Unlimited mileage 
  • SCDW (Super Collision Damage Waiver)
  • TP (theft protection) 
  • Road assistance 24/7 
  • Replacement vehicle in the case of an accident or breakdown 
  • Safety equipment (first aid kit, triangle, high visibility vest, fire extinguisher) 
  • Road map 
  • Airport fees
  • Tax 

OTHER:

  • Meet & Greet 
Excluded
  • Domestic nor International flights
  • Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
  • City tax not included, payable on the spot
  • Porterage and gratuities
  • Tour guide
  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
  • Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
  • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

NOT INCLUDED IN CAR HIRE:

  • Fuel, Fines, Tolls, Parking
  • PAI (Personal Accident Insurance)
  • Damage to a third party or to the hire vehicle due to negligence or inappropriate driving.
  • Loss or damage to aerials, jack, safety triangles and vests, windscreen wipers, petrol cap, luggage covers, or any other fixed or mobile component of the vehicle.
  • Damage to the engine through negligence.
  • Theft of the vehicle with keys left in the ignition.
  • Damage caused to the vehicle or to persons through driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
  • Fines due to breaking traffic laws and regulations during the hire period are the responsibility of the driver of the vehicle. In the event of a fine being received there will be an administration charge.
  • If the car is left outside of rent a car designated area on drop off, customers will be responsible for any costs generated and for any damage to the vehicle due to it being parked outside of the Rent Car installations.
  • Each additional driver.
  • Any extra equipment (GPS, baby seat, etc.)
Accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2 Monchique:

  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Central Monchique or similar 4*

Day 3-4 Grândola:

  • Superior Hotel Category = Sobreiras Alentejo Country Hotel or similar 4*

Day 5-6 Évora:

  • Superior Hotel Category = The Noble House Hotel or similar 4*

Day 7 Monchique:

  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Central Monchique or similar 4*

CAR HIRE OPTIONS:

  • Car Group A =  Fiat 500 or similar
  • Car Group C =  Renault Clio or similar