Best of West: Castle of Silves, Foia & Lagos Full-Day Tour



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Duration: 11h 30m
Location: Lagos, Portugal | Lagos, Portugal


Category: Day Trips & Excursio

Highlights:
Majestic views from Fóia, the highest point of the Algarve
Castle of Silves perched on a hill overlooking the village
Traditional lighthouse at Europe's southwesternmost point
Historical town of Lagos with castles, museums & chapels
Extraordinary rock formations & grottos jutting from the sea

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Silves Castle, Foia, Lagos, and Ponta da Piedade
Roundtrip transportation to and from your Algarve hotel

Description:

Discover the magic of the wild Algarve countryside. See the Castle of Silves, built between the 8th and 13th centuries, catch magnificent views from the highest point in the region at the top of Fóia, and marvel at the cliffs near the Ponta da Piedade lighthouse.

Visit the Castle of Silves, standing majestically on a hill overlooking the town of Silves, once the capital of Algarve. Hear about its construction and use as a fortress by the Moors. Climb to the top of Fóia, the Algarve's highest point at 2,959 feet (902 m) above sea level. Take in the coastline, including the famous Alvor Estuary and Cape St. Vincent.

Next, visit Lagos, once a Celtic settlement named Lacobriga with origins dating back to 2000 BC. Visit its port, was once visited by Phoenicians and at one time occupied by the Romans. Learn about the city's golden age in the 15th century when the maritime exploreies began.

You visit monuments like the Governor's Castle, constructed by Arabs, and Prince Henry's statue, dedicated to the Age of Discovery. Explore the Fort of the Banner's Promontory, an 18th-century structure with a moat and drawbridge.

End your tour with a trip to the Ponta da Piedade lighthouse at Cape St. Vincent, Europe's southwesternmost point, and examine the extraordinary rock formations and fascinating grottos that surround it. Marvel at the nearby cliffs, some standing as high as 66 feet (20 m).



Cancellation Policy: 72 hours
Know before you book: Children 4 and younger are complimentary when accompanied by a paying adult.

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