See the “Real Algarve”-2009

Why not take a private, individual, flexible and personal chauffeur driven tour with an expert guide to places of interest? See the “Real Algarve” in style in one of our excellent, 6 passenger seater, air-conditioned vehicles. This is not the same as the “bump-you-round-in-an-old-jeep” tours or coach trips which are a similar price, considerably shorter and offer no flexibility.

Full days out cost from around 60-75 euros a person but children aged under 16 go for half price- minimum 150 euros, low season (NOV-MARCH),  175 Euros (October April & May) & 200 euros high season (Other months). The price varies slightly, depending on where you are staying, time booked & distance travelled. There are many options for your special day.

Suggestions

Gypsy Markets run each day in different towns throughout the Algarve and if you wish can form part or all of the morning of the tour.

Whatever your preferences we try to make it a day to remember. We take our time and are never in a rush and we are not “on commission”!! The leisurely but very full day range from sightseeing and crafts in the hills to archaeological sites, churches, local history, fairs, marinas, crafts, bird-watching and art.

There are numerous options for eating out during the day, gourmet restaurants, superb low cost local dining rooms, serving delicious local dishes with spectacular views & small rural bars & restaurants in the middle of nowhere. Special Dietary requirements are difficult but we will give advice if warned in advance!

Another choice is the “Windward” Atlantic coast and may include Lagos (with excellent shops), Sagres & Cape St Vincent, via the rugged Atlantic Coast, Carrapateira (surfers) Beach, Marmalete & Monchique. There are many other choices including the Eastern Algarve including Tavira, Vila Real de Santo Antonio, Castro Marim & Mértola and Ayamonte in Spain

To discuss where to go, ring us on 01798   888 083 (UK) or 00351   282 103 780 (Portugal) or mobile 00351 916 299 597.

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Sample Itinerary:

10 am:             Pick up from your accommodation (Times are approximate & it is your choice of start/finish time)

10.30 am:        Visit a gypsy market in various locations depending on the date (This can be excluded if you do not want to visit a market- It’s up to you!!)

12 noon:          Travel by rural roads to a typical Algarve Village, plenty of time to take in the sights, art gallery, pottery & craft shops and of course coffee or drinks.

1.00 pm           Take a leisurely lunch and enjoy the great food this region has to offer (pay direct to restaurant). There are many options for this, so whatever you diet or tastes - enjoy

2.30 pm           Take rural roads to the Historic Moorish Capital of the Algarve, Silves.   See spectacular views, the market town of São Bartolomeu de Messines, rural villages & communities, reservoirs, history, archaeology and the rural lifestyle. Whatever your experience and ability, why not take an optional   ride in the beautiful countryside? For beginners, novices and even experts and a special welcome for children- at the Algarves only overseas Pony Club Centre

          Silves also houses, the “Fábrica de Inglés” cork museum if you prefer something less energetic - it is up to you-

4.00 pm         (if time allows after your lunch & depending on where you are staying) Move onto Monchique and Fóia – the highest point of the Algarve. Photograph the spectacular view and be back to your accommodation by around 17.30 (winter trips finish earlier as it is dark !!)

Notes:

1)             Gratuities are not included for the driver or the places visited, usually 10% in Portugal for good service.

2)             We are fully licensed & insured but you should also have full travel insurance

3)             Our Lunches and light refreshments during the day are not included and are payable by you locally. Prices in the country are very reasonable so it shouldn’t break the bank!!

4)             Cool bottled still water is available free from the in car fridge. There are ample stops for refreshments available.

5)             It is not permitted by law for you to drink alcohol or smoke in our vehicles, but there are plenty of bars if you want to stop for a drink.

6)             Please remember it is Portugal- frequently places may not be open, even if we think they should be- and events may not run as advertised, it is part of the charm of the Algarve- honestly!

7)             All times and itineraries are flexible, can be adapted or even reversed and we will not rush you. We can spend more or less time at each place or add or reduce places visited according to your preferences- every day is different.

8)             We allocate one of our vehicles to you for the day so once booked no cancellation is allowed for any reason e.g. adverse weather or illness of any kind. No refund will be made and the full amount is still payable.   Wherever possible however an alternative date will be offered subject to my availability and your return date. This is unlikely to be a possibility in the high season.(June to September)   A full receipt for insurance purposes will be issued in circumstances where your day cannot go ahead.

Oh yes…Please bring your passports with you on the day……and don’t forget your camera, sunhat etc. and if you want to walk a good pair of shoes, trainers or similar.  

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April 2009 V9.4 HappyGuest Lda