Top Faro Private Sightseeing Tours

If you only have time for one tour, then this has all the Algarve has to offer in terms of visits. In Silves, the former Moorish capital, visit the castle and the cathedral. Climb the Monchique mountains to Foia, visiting the highest point of the Algarve with time for spectacular photos. In Monchique, we will stop for lunch (not included). From Monchique we head to the beautiful city of Lagos, where you can visit the old slave market, the Santo António gold church, the fortress and the city. We continue our visit towards Cape St. Vincent, the most southwestern point of Europe, known as "the end of the world." Admire the large lighthouse, the beautiful fishing port of the Whaling, passing by the Fortress of Sagres, where was the former navigation school of Infante Dom Henrique.

Venture west from Faro or Tavira and explore the famous Benagil Cave on this full-day excursion. Join a private guide for the journey to the Benagil area for a day of caving, swimming, hiking, and soaking up the sun. See the famous skylight in the cave, take a hike in the Seven Suspended Valleys, and sunbathe on Marinha Beach all in one day.

Experience nature up close and personal on a Segway, during this 1.5-hour birdwatching tour in Ria Formosa Natural Park, departing from Faro. The beauty of the Algarve is in its iconic landscapes and untouched marshes. During this tour, explore Ria Formosa Natural Park and spot native and migratory birds feeding in freshwater lagoons, tidal flats and other ecosystems. Catch glimpses of flamingos, the rare purple swamphen, and other bird species as you learn about their natural habitat from your expert guide. This nature and wildlife tour also offers an optional pickup and drop-off from your Algarve hotel.

Get a bird’s-eye view of Ria Formosa Natural Park during an express flight by gyrocopter. The unique-looking aircraft offers a safe and comfy flight for solo passengers who sit behind the pilot as they take to the skies. Once up in the air, the views include sights of the birdlife for which the park is famous, and colorful wetland landscapes.

Explore the highlights of Talvira without getting lost on this tuk tuk tour, a great choice for first-time visitors. Enjoy easy transportation in a three-wheeled motor vehicle and learn about Talvira’s cultural heritage from your guide. Visit historical attractions, a nature reserve, and a locally owned wine bottlery. Plus, choose from multiple departure times to easily fit this tour into your schedule.

Combine a trip to the Benagil Cave with a visit to the Marinha Beach, and check off two of the Algarve's highlights in just one trip. After traveling by road from Faro, you'll bodyboard into the famous cave alongside an instructor and the rest of your group. Afterward, you'll travel onwards to Marinha Beach for ample time to snorkel, swim, and laze on the beach.

Sail through the Ria Formosa Natural Park and visit islands. Join us in a sightseeing cruise from Faro, up to 12 people. Journey through the Ria Formosa channels on a comfortable catamaran and make stops at the islands of Farol and Deserta. The tour is operated by a multilingual guide. From April to October, the morning tour lasts for 4 hours and includes break for lunch on a restaurant on Farol island. The price of the lunch is not included. The afternoon tour is 3,5 hours. There are breaks for swimming. From November to March, the tour lasts for 3 hours.

Embrace the magic of the East Algarve during a guided day trip to Faro, Olhao, Tavira, and Cacela Velha, leaving from the Algarve region. This tour visits the charming Old Town in Faro, the elegant capital of the Algarve. Explore architecture like Tavira Castle, a ruin considered to be from the Neolithic era. Then, enjoy free time to relish the mellow atmosphere in the fishing town of Olhão. Finally, pass by the Gilão River and absorb panoramic views in Cacela Velha, where your tour concludes.

Explore the Algarve’s lesser-known inland region on this adventurous buggy tour. Embark on a quick road trip with a local guide who will lead you to the Algarve’s many charming under-the-radar spots. Enjoy a relaxing ride as you escape the coast and cruise through bucolic countryside villages, vineyards, and farmland. Plus, get your adrenaline going with a little off-road river experience.

Enjoy a stress-free start to your trip by pre-booking this shared arrival transfer from Faro International Airport. Meet your driver on arrival at the airport and travel to your Algarve, Albufeira or Lagos hotel in a comfortable climate-controlled shuttle. Best of all: this simple, cost-effective option is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Start your vacation off on the right foot and book a private transfer service from Faro to Albufeira. Whether you arrive at the airport, train, or port in Faro, this service picks you up and takes you directly to your accommodation in Albufeira. Enjoy plenty of space for your luggage and travel in air-conditioned comfort to your destination.

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Discover the local marine life around Faro, Portugal during this exciting cruise. Join a small group and set sail on the Atlantic Ocean in search of several aquatic species. Observe bottlenose and common dolphins, marine birds, bluefin tuna, and perhaps even orcas and sharks. An onboard marine biologist provides information on what you see and collects research data.

Explore the pristine coastal towns of Quarteira and Vilamoura during this small-group guided 1.5-hour seaside Segway tour in the Algarve. Glide along the halcyon Falésia and Quarteira beaches and admire pale sands positioned next to the Atlantic’s emerald waters. This tour explores the Vilamoura marina’s scintillating farmer’s markets where you can observe stalls of local fish and fresh produce. While you zip along palm-lined promenades, enjoy an in depth experience as your expert guide highlights the Algarve’s interesting culture and history.

End your day enjoying the nature and watch the change of colours in the sky and in the water with your soul mate by your side. - Cruise the natural reserve of Ria Formosa aboard a small catamaran - Have a private romantic tour

Sail privately through the Ria Formosa Natural Park on this sightseeing cruise from Faro. Journey through the Ria Formosa channels on a modern and comfortable catamaran and make stops at the islands Culatra, Farol and Deserta (full day tour). Come and celebrate with us a special occasion! The tour is operated by a multilingual guide. If you prefer shorter tour, you can customize!

This is boat trip to discover the lagoon of Ria Formosa This 1-hour boat trip is ideal for those who are passing by Faro and do not have much time, but still would like to know the Ria Formosa, one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Portugal. We leave the marina of Faro on board a confortable catamaran. When exploring the lagoon area one can see numerous waders that feed on small organisms that live in the marshes. This boat trip goes through the numerous channels of this protected area and it ends with the beautiful view of the Walls of the Old Town of Faro. This small-group tour is limited to 11 people, offering a more intimate experience.

The Tavira City tuk tuk tour introduces you to the city's main streets and heritage, with lots of information about Tavira's historic area and salt flats. Tour carried out in our 100% electric tuk tuk. Maria's Tuk Tuk carries out several excursions in and around Tavira. We promise to tell you the best secrets that this beautiful city has to offer. The Tavira City tuk tuk tour lets you know a little about the Salinas area, and the main points of the city's historic area (churches, Praça da República, historic streets and the Castle area).

Explore Ria Formosa National Park at your own pace on a private sightseeing boat tour that takes you to islands and fishing communities that are inaccessible by any other mode of transport. You’ll explore the islets of Deserta, Farol, Culatra, and Armona, and enjoy time to sunbathe and swim in the crystal clear waters of Armona Beach.

This tuk tuk tour of Tavira is done in a 100% electric vehicle. This tour has as main route the passage through the main areas of the city, getting to know the main streets and heritage of Tavira, including the historic area, Santa Maria do Castelo church, Tavira Castle and salt pans. Includes stops and information.

Accompany us during your holidays, aboard a very special catamaran, a Nautitech 47. During the day, we can glimpse all the grandeur of our coast, with everything it has to offer, sailing, going with the help of the wind . At dusk, the Ria comes to life, with all its animal species and flora, which makes your entire experience unique. An incredible choice for those who appreciate nature.

Discover the natural reserve of Ria Formosa and its four islands on a half-day boat tour from Olhao. Board your private vessel and sail through the lagoon, learning about the local environment from your captain. See the fishing village of Culatra and stop at Farol Island, the southernmost point in Portugal, to see its lighthouse.

Enjoy a tuk tuk ride through Tavira with a visit to the Tuna Museum and the old fishing village. Discover the historic area of the city and its streets and churches as well as the salt flats area and the tuna museum on a 1h45m excursion in Tavira carried out in a 100% electric tuk tuk. It includes passing through the main areas of the city, getting to know the most typical and emblematic streets, getting to know the heritage and the historic area. This route also includes a visit to the salt flats, Ria Formosa and a visit to the old fishing village where the Tuna Museum is located. Includes stops and information.

Tuk Tuk experience in Tavira with city tour and visit to the Chocolate Factory with handmade chocolate tasting. The "City & Chocolate Tour" tour is carried out by Maria's Tuk Tuk. Advance booking is required to guarantee availability when visiting the iBelle artisanal chocolate factory. This tour starts in the Alto de São Brás area, stops in the salt pans, passes through the Convento das Bernardas and stops at the São Sebastião church. Following the military barracks, São Francisco church and São José church. Halfway through the tour, we passed the iBelle chocolate workshop. Here we will see how chocolate is made by artisanal method and also includes tasting. Then we move on to Praça da República (center) and the historic area. The transit points are Convento da Graça, Igreja de Santiago, Igreja de Santa Maria, Igreja da Misericórdia and we stop at Castelo de Tavira. The end of this tour is at Maria's Tuk Tuk stop, near the Roman Bridge of Tavira.