Holiday in the Algarve!

The Algarve is all cliffy coves, island-lagoon beaches, and golden light. here’s a tight, do-able plan plus the key need-to-knows. This is a great place to visit - Solo Holiday, All Inclusive Family Holiday and Couples Holiday its just a good place for all. Call us find out more and book with us. Code 1123 for a discount.

6-7 day plan

Day 1 – Faro & Ria FormosaWander Faro’s old town in the morning, then ferry to Ilha Deserta (wild, car-free beach inside the Ria Formosa). Ferries run from Faro’s marina/Porta Nova pier; check Animaris/Ilha Deserta schedules on the day. Faro AirportFaro Portugal Tourism

Day 2 – Lagos + Ponta da PiedadeBase yourself in Lagos. Stroll the clifftop boardwalks and viewpoints of Ponta da Piedade (or boat/kayak under the arches). It’s mostly easy walking on wooden paths. LagosPortugalGuide.com

Day 3 – Beach dayPick between Meia Praia (long, sandy) or little coves like Camilo/Dona Ana around Lagos. Late afternoon, old town tapas and sunset.

Day 4 – Seven Hanging Valleys TrailHead east to Praia da Marinha and hike the coast to Vale de Centeanes (there-and-back 11–12 km; allow 4–6 hrs). It’s the Algarve’s signature cliff walk.

Day 5 – Sagres & the wild westDrive to Sagres for fort-and-lighthouse vibes and big-sky beaches (great surf on the Costa Vicentina). Stay for a fiery Cabo de S. Vicente sunset. Visit Portugal

Day 6 – Tavira & the islandsCross to the mellow east: whitewashed Tavira, ferries to Ilha de Tavira (wide, dreamy sand; frequent boats from town/Quatro Águas in season). Algarve South PortugalAlgarveTips

Day 7 – Silves (optional)If you’ve got an extra day, dip inland to Silves Castle for Moorish-red walls and views. Visit Portugal

Where to stay (quickly):

• West (Lagos/Alvor): dramatic cliffs, coves, boat/kayak trips.

• Central (Carvoeiro/Albufeira): best for resort pools + easy beach-hopping.

• East (Tavira/Olhão): calmer towns, island beaches via ferry.

Getting around:

• Fly to Faro (FAO) — the region’s hub. Faro Airport

• Drive for maximum freedom. Good news: A22 motorway tolls were scrapped from Jan 1, 2025, making zipping along the coast cheaper/easier. The Portugal NewsAmn

• No car? The coastal Algarve line connects Lagos ↔ Faro ↔ Tavira (regional trains; check CP for times). Vamus runs the main intercity buses (plus the Aerobus). CP.PT | Comboios de Portugalvamus.pt

Best time to go:For beach + fewer crowds, aim May–June or Sept–Oct; peak heat is July–Aug. Lonely Planet

Eat this:

• Cataplana (seafood stew),

• Octopus from Santa Luzia (east),

• Piri-piri chicken in Guia (the Algarve’s classic; ask for “frango piri-piri”).