7 days · The quiet, elegant side
7-Day Eastern Algarve: Tavira, Ria Formosa and Cacela Velha
from €3,900 per person
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- Licensed by Turismo de Portugal
- 14 years of private travel
- Executive Mercedes-Benz fleet
The eastern Algarve is softer and slower. Lagoon islands, salt pans, Moorish rooftops and some of the best oysters in the country.
Highlights
- Tavira's old bridge and churches
- Ria Formosa islands by private boat
- Cacela Velha above the lagoon
- Olhão fish market
Ideal for
- Second-time visitors
- Food lovers
- Travelers who prefer calm
Day by Day, as a Starting Point
- 01
Arrival in Tavira
Check-in at a converted convent or quinta. Evening by the river.
- 02
Tavira on foot
Castle gardens, churches, and lunch of octopus rice.
- 03
Ria Formosa by boat
Private boat through the lagoon to quiet island beaches, with an oyster tasting.
- 04
Olhão and Faro
Saturday market in Olhão, then Faro's walled old town.
- 05
Cacela Velha and Castro Marim
The little cliff village of Cacela, then flamingos and salt marshes by the Guadiana.
- 06
Inland villages
Alte and the barrocal hills, with a long lunch in the countryside.
- 07
Departure
Transfer to Faro, Lisbon or Seville.
Every day can be moved, shortened or replaced. Tell us what matters to you.
Experiences to Add
Nature & Trails · Half day
Lakes, Lagoons and the Ria Formosa
Calm water inland and on the eastern lagoon: birdlife, island beaches and quiet reservoirs.
Ideal for Families, Couples
Adventure · Half day
The Cross-Border Zipline over the Guadiana
Fly from Spain into Portugal across the river, gaining an hour as you go. Subject to availability.
Ideal for Friends, Families
Taste of the Algarve · 2 to 3 hours
Olive Oil Tasting in the Countryside
Taste oils from ancient groves and learn why the best are peppery and green.
Ideal for Couples, Families, Friends
Taste of the Algarve · Half day
Market Morning and a Cooking Class
Shop a local market with a cook, then prepare and share a traditional lunch.
Ideal for Couples, Families, Friends
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