Stepping Into The Sunshine

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1 Stepping Into The Sunshine The Algarve is an alluring region with a fascinating coastline, unique landscapes, endless beaches, hidden islands and lagoons. As well as, enchanting historical villages and castles that are meticulously preserving its heritage and ancient secrets. This sunny coast will surrender your palate with its delightful gastronomy highlighting local ingredients like sardines to swordfishes, almonds, oranges, figs among others. Apart from the rich culture and gastronomy, this blissful region is also known for its endless combinations of golf courses. Its not by mistake it was name more than once as the best golf destination in the world

2 Climate Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Average high C ( F) 17 (63) 17 (63) 17 (63) 18 (64) 19 (66) 22 (72) 24 (75) 26 (79) 24 (75) 22 (72) 19 (66) 18 (64) Average low C ( F) 11 (52) 11 (52) 11 (52) 12 (54) 13 (56) 15 (59) 17 (63) 18 (64) 18 (64) 16 (61) 14 (57) 12 (54) Precipitation mm (inches) / day 4,2 (0,17) 3,8 (0,15) 3,2 (0,13) 2,4 (0,10) 1,7 (0,07) 1,3 (0,05) 1 (0,04) 1,2 (0,05) 2,9 (0,11) 3,7 (0,14) 4,3 (0,17) 4 (0,16) The Portuguese people are blessed with a mild weather throughout the year. Seasons: Winter: December to February Spring: March to May Summer: June to September Autumn: October to November

3 Day By Day Date Morning Lunch Time Afternoon Evening Arrival at Faro Airport Meet & Greet and Dinner at a local 1 st Day Transfer to the Hotel Restaurant Check-in 2 nd Day Breakfast at the hotel Cultural discovery Lunch on tour Return to the hotel late afternoon Dinner out to taste local specialties. 3 rd Day Breakfast at the hotel Nature Secrets Lunch at leisure Cultural Journey Return to the hotel late afternoon Dinner at Akvavit 4 th Day Breakfast at the hotel Departure Transfer to Faro Airport

4 Fabulous Setting Day 01 - La Cigale Restaurant Olhos de Agua On our first night in the Algarve, we would like to invite our guest to have dinner at La Cigale Restaurant. Build on top of a cliff overlooking Olhos de Água beach close to Albufeira. Le Cigale has a fresh and distinctive ambience in tones of blues, blending in perfectly with the surroundings. The menu incorporates a fabulous mixture between the Portuguese gastronomy and seafood dishes, resulting in an irresistible combination of flavors.

5 Nautical Heritage Day 02 - Full Day Lagos / Sagres Board on a expedition to the era of the Navigators to unveil their ancient stories. As well as, admire the beautiful landscape of the coastline. Starting our quest in Sagres, at Infante Dom Henrique Navigator Fort (Fortaleza de Sagres), an impressive fortress from the XV century where Infante Dom Henrique had his navigation school. A pleasant walk away is Cape St. Vincent with a lovely lighthouse and amazing views of the coastline. After admiring this unique beauty, we shall proceed to Lagos. Along the way we ll stop at Ponta da Piedade to appreciate the unique seascape. Lagos played an historical role in the 15 th century, it was the sailing point of many expeditions. The city is bursting with history in its narrow streets and landmark monuments like Chapel of Santo Antonio. We ve the afternoon to explore these incredible sights.

6 Best Kept Secret Day 02 - Casa do Avó Restaurant - Salgados After a day admiring and appreciating the Portuguese heritage and its beautiful surroundings. We suggest having dinner at Casa do Avô, an matchless restaurant in Vale do Parra near Albufeira. Featuring traditional yet welcoming décor inspired by ancient Algarvian generation with a modern touch. Their menu incorporates the traditional Portuguese gastronomy with local specialties. Combining the best of both culinary worlds resulting in a unique dining experience.

7 True Sanctuary of Nature Day 03 Ria Formosa - Half Day Discovery Start the day discovering the most beautiful spots of the Algarve Coast! Leaving from Faro Harbour, a calm two and half hour boat trip through the Ria Formosa canals. Where you ll be able to observe fishermen fishing on their boats whiles appreciating its vegetation and our greatest stars: the birds. Take a break at the Deserta Island for a pleasant walk along the beach, collecting shells, bird watching and enjoying the singular beauty of the dunes and of its peculiar vegetation.

8 Mystical Origins Day 03 - Olhão / Tavira / Faro Half Day For the afternoon enjoy a unique and incomparable tour passing by three charming towns in the eastern Algarve, Olhão, Tavira and Faro. Our first stop is Olhão, a town known for its flatroofed cubist houses built under Arabic influences. We shall explore the waterfront fish markets overlooking the incredible islands of Ria Formosa. After unveiling the market, we ll proceed to Tavira, a lovely and ancient Moorish town. With a unique location on the riverbank of Gilao featuring a IV century seven-arched Roman bridge. Here we ll be visiting the medieval castle and Santa Maria Church. Our final destination is Faro, an alluring town where the past and present walk together in perfect harmony. A place with Roman and Arab influences, to discover this intriguing heritage we re going to have a guided tour in the city center.

9 Authentic Flavors Day 03 - Restaurant Akvavit - Vilamoura Its with great satisfaction that we invite our guest to have dinner at Akvavit, a peculiar and intriguing restaurant in Vilamoura. With a rustic yet chic décor all in tones of blue and white, blending in with perfect to the beautiful surroundings of the Vilamoura Marina. The menu incorporates a creative and innovative international cuisine, also feature a few traits of the Portuguese cuisine to please all palates.