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Small Group Experience
Southern Portugal Circuit
11
Days
11
Destinations
12
Guests (max)
Price From €5,450.00*
Itinerary
LISBON
Day One | Arrival
Arrive in Lisbon and be welcomed by your private driver for a seamless transfer to your hotel. Unpack, unwind, and settle in. In the evening, meet your guide and wander through Alfama’s ancient cobblestone streets—one of Lisbon’s oldest neighbourhoods, before enjoying a relaxed night of Portuguese petiscos paired with soulful Fado.
Eurostars das Letras (or similar)
TAVIRA
Day Two | Journey South
Start your day with breakfast at the hotel before departing south. Enjoy the changing landscapes along the way, from cityscape to rolling plains and olive groves. Mid-journey, stop in the traditional village of Aljustrel, where you’ll have time to stretch your legs, explore the town, and enjoy a relaxed local lunch. Afterward, continue directly to the charming town of Tavira, arriving at around 1:00 PM. The rest of the afternoon and evening will be yours to enjoy at leisure, whether that means wandering the historic streets, relaxing by the river, or settling into a café or rooftop terrace.
Breakfast
Palacio de Tavira (or similar)
Day Three | Walking Tour + Leisure
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your hotel. Then, meet your guide for a casual walking/ history tour through the town of Tavira. Learn about the town’s fishing heritage and soak up the charming streets, ornate churches and riverside views. Enjoy a local favourite, the Folhada de Tavira and a coffee. After the tour, enjoy a free afternoon, where you can cross the lagoon by ferry to golden beaches and turquoise waters, and visit the hauntingly beautiful Anchor Graveyard, or enjoy a relaxed afternoon at your own pace in town. Then, experience an optional authentic olive-oil tasting experience at a nearby Olive Oil factory.
Breakfast
Palacio de Tavira (or similar)
Day Four | Fado Performance
Enjoy a leisurely morning at your hotel followed by a slow day to enjoy Tavira exactly as you wish. Wander cobbled streets, linger over long lunches, or unwind by the beach. Then, midday, meet your guide and experience an authentic Fado performance in a grand church, where the sounds will echo in every corner. Spend the evening taking in the charming streets of Tavira. This day is meant for rest, personal exploration, and absorbing the calm elegance of eastern Algarve life.
Breakfast
Palacio de Tavira (or similar)
CAVOEIRO
Day 5 | Oysters & Champagne
After breakfast at your hotel, journey west to the fishing town of Olhão. Here, you’ll enjoy a unique seafood experience in the heart of the Ria Formosa. Meet with a Marine Biologist and savor ultra‑fresh oysters paired with champagne. Then, continue along the coast to the dramatic cliffs of Carvoeiro where you’ll settle in for the evening.
Breakfast
Tivoli Carvoeiro Algarve Resort (or similar)
Day 6 | Benagil Caves or Hiking Trail
After a leisurely morning and breakfast, you can choose between two unique ways to experience the Algarve’s spectacular coastline — by sea or on foot. Whether drifting into hidden caves or hiking abovecturquoise waters, today highlights one of Portugal’s most photogenic landscapes. Optional Experiences:Options A: Benagil Cave Boat Tour - An iconic boat experience along the Algarve’s golden coastline,vexploring striking sea caves including the world-famous Benagil Cave and nearby grottoes.Option B: Seven Hanging Valleys Trail - Drop off & Pick-up at a beautiful coastal hike along dramatic cliffs and hidden beaches.
Breakfast
Tivoli Carvoeiro Algarve Resort (or similar)
LAGOS
Day 7 | Wine Tasting
After a late breakfast, drive to a small-batch, local winery that uses a mixture of traditional clay-pot and modern methods, for a wine premium tasting. Then, continue west to the historic town of Lagos, once central to Portugal’s Age of Discovery. Enjoy ocean views along the drive before settling into one of the Algarve’s liveliest yet most charming coastal cities.
Breakfast
Casa Mae (or similar)
Day 8 | Southwest Coastal Drive
Enjoy a slow morning at your hotel. After breakfast, we’ll head out by vehicle to explore the neighbouring villages (Luz, Salema, Raposeira and the dramatic cliffs of Sagres and Cabo de São Vicente, Europe’s southwestern tip. Enjoy lunch by a serene beach (Ingrina or Zavial), pick up local ceramics, and take in the quiet fishing atmospheres before heading back to your hotel for the evening.
Breakfast
Casa Mae (or similar)
Day 9 | Leisure Day
A final full day in the Algarve to relax or add adventure. From kayaking among limestone arches to enjoying long lunches by the sea, today is yours to savor at your own pace. Optional Experiences:Option A: Kayaking local grottos - experience Lagos and its coastline from below, weaving through grottos and caves, and if you’re lucky, meeting some local sea creatures. This 2hr experience is immersive and unique to the region.
Breakfast
Casa Mae (or similar)
LISBON
Day 10 | Journey North + Wine Tasting
After breakfast, you’ll travel north along the stunning Alentejo coastline, stopping at one of Portugal’s most unique coastal wineries. After your premium tasting and vineyard tour, return to Lisbon for a final night of fine dining and city vibes.
Breakfast
Eurostars das Letras (or similar)
Day 11 | Departure
Have your driver drop you off at the airport in time for your flight. Say goodbyes.
DISCOVER YOUR PLACE TO STAY
Selected for Experience, Not Just Location.
Hotel Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa (or similiar)
Editory By The Sea
Palacio Tavira
Tivoli Carvoeiro Algarve Resort
Inclusions & Exclusions
INCLUDED WITH YOUR JOURNEY
4- and 5-star accommodations
Private guide and driver for duration of tour
Breakfast at hotels
Fado Experience with traditional tapas dinner in Lisbon
Oyster and Champagne Tasting with Marine Biologist
Premium Wine Tasting
Dates & Prices
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Inspired by this itinerary but seeking a private experience?
Our team will design a personalized journey designed exclusively for you.
