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White washed villages glinting in the sun
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Cork oak forests |
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Walking through 2 classified areas renowned for their beauty |
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Orchards of citrus fruits |
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Timeless landscapes, the true Algarve at it's very best | |
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This independent walking holiday allows you the unique opportunity to explore a landscape where time has truly stood still. Walking from the historical town of Estoi with its famous Roman ruins you will discover the real Algarve where people can still follow a traditional way of life well away from the large-scale tourist developments on the coast. After six days of walking you reach Silves the former Moorish capital of the Algarve, with time to explore this walled town with its cobbled streets and magnificent red sandstone castle. | |
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ITINERARY |
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Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
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Transfer from arrival point in the Algarve to Estoi.
A walk that takes you up to the highest point in the area - Guilhim with panoramic views and then back along the Seco river.
Overnight Estoi.
Transfer to the start of the walk. A walk of 16km/10miles through the countryside and along the Almarjao valley to the village of Querença and your accommodation in a beautifully restored Quinta nestled in the hills. Overnight Querença.
A shorter walk today that allows you time to look at the village and then takes you down through the river valley to the classified site Fonte de Benemola; this is a protected area and home to many birds and rare plants, 12km / 7miles. Overnight Querença.
Transfer to the start of the walk. Following in the footsteps of the Moors through unspoilt countryside and up along the limestone escarpment of Rocha da Pena (another classified and protected site) to the village of Alte, 18km/11miles. Overnight in Alte.
A circular walk through ancient hamlets to Pico Alto which offers fabulous views north over the Serra de Caldeirão, 12km/7miles. Overnight in Alte.
Transfer to the start of the walk. A walk along limestone ridges and through groves full of citrus fruit and avocados to the town of Silves, 16km/10miles. Overnight in Silves.
Transfer back to departure point in the Algarve. |
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7 night's accommodation in a twin/double room with en-suite facilities and breakfasts |
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4 dinners (Estoi & Querença) |
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6 picnics |
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Transport to and from your arrival point in the Algarve |
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Movement of luggage during the week |
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Comprehensive walking notes & maps |
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NOT INCLUDED
3 dinners, travel insurance and flights | |
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Arrival Point |
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Airports - Faro in the Algarve or Lisbon and travel to the Algarve by train.
Cost per person:
October to March: £445.00, $890.00 or 645euro
April to June £495.00, $990.00 or 720euro |
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