Monchique Half Day Small-Group Tour from Lagos

4.8 (24 reviews) 3–4 hours Free cancellation

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Caldas de Monchique — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Fóia - The top of the Mountain — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

On this day tour we go to the mountains! Monchique is right up there. With evergreen vegetation, it allows us to have fantastic views. The first stop is at Caldas de Monchique, a 16th century SPA Resort. Let’s explore the ancient gardens that look like they came out of a fairy tale and drink the famous alkaline water!

The small town of Monchique is quite warm and we can walk in its small streets.

After that we go to Fóia, the highest point in the Algarve and one of the largest in Portugal. With 902 meters of height, we were able to have a 360º view of breathtaking.

Come with South Explorers to discover this paradise on earth!

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At a glance

Duration: 3–4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: Portuguese, English
Operated by: South Explorers

Ages: Infants (6–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: Bottled water
Included: Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

South Explorers

Passing by

We will pick you up at your accomodation or hotel.
Caldas de Monchique

one hour

Here we will visit the small spa where we find a secret garden of the sixteenth century. In this verdant garden we will prove the water that comes directly from the mountain, the purest and known for its medicinal properties.
Monchique

one hour

Small village with a nice old character! We will stop and visit a viewpoint and the main square of the village. We will also tour the historic center with small traditional shops.
Monte Foia

one hour

We go to the top of Monchique Mountain. Fóia is 902 meters high and offers a unique view of the entire region. Here we will also find an exhibition of craftsmanship of monchique artisans.
Igreja da Misericordia de Monchique

30 min

Let's stop in the village of Monchique and see the view from the belvedere. Then we walk to the central square where we will taste the famous firewater "Medronho".

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Via Don Ana
WOT Lagos Montemar
Marina Club Lagos Resort
Apartamentos Turisticos Marsol
NH Lagos Algarve Resort
Riomar
Sollagos Apartamentos Turisticos
HI Lagos - Pousada de Juventude
Da Baleeira
Lagosmar Story Hotel
Casa da Moura
Baluarte da Vila Apartments

and 6 more pickup points

Pick-up at your accomodation in Lagos area. In some cases where it is not possible to access with the minivan, you will be informed of the nearest place to make your pick-up.