Day 2
Evora - Beja - Silves - Alvor - Lagos (247 km)
After breakfast in the morning, we will spend a little bit of leisure time in Evora before driving south to Beja, where a medieval castle and tower dominate the region. Then we will cross the mountains into the Algarve region, eventually coming to Silves, after which we will head to Lagos for the evening.
Deluxe Hotel: Hotel Vila Gale Lagos or similar
Day 3
Lagos - Ponta da Piedade - Sagres - Cabo de S. Vicente - Lagos (68 km)
After breakfast, we will make our way to Ponta de Piedade to admire the magnificent view of the Atlantic Ocean. Then, we will continue to Sagres, a fishing port, where we will visit the Fortress on Sagres Point. As we continue along the coastline, we will reach Cabo Sao Vincente and the city of Lagos, where we will get to sample delicious seafood. Afterwards, we will return to the hotel in the afternoon before getting a chance to go swimming.
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Sagres, PORTUGAL
Sagres Point
This promontory in southern Portugal is home to a fortress. The area was very important during the Portuguese Age of Discoveries. There was once a school of navigation located on the peninsula.
Deluxe Hotel: Hotel Vila Gale Lagos or similar
Day 4
Lagos - Setubal - Serra da Arrabida - Lisbon (320 km)
In the morning, we will take a last look at the water while we travel along the coast on our way back to Lisbon. During the journey, we will stop in Setubal, a major port and industrial center. Then we will take the scenic route over the Arrabida Mountain Range, which will provide us with amazing views of Lisbon as we approach the city from high above. When we eventually arrive, the tour will come to an end. Please see "Departure and Return" for more detailed information regarding pickup and drop-off times and locations.