Alvor Trip Overview
Discover the most beautiful coastline in Portugal: the Vicentina Coast is a natural wonder where white sandy beaches coexist with some dramatic cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
Get a local vibe at Carrapateira fishing village to discover how this and other small settlements in this region used to live some decades / centuries ago. See at the Land and Sea Museum how some old traditions and techniques are still used among the fishing or agricultural community.
See the beautiful beaches of Arrifana and Monte Clérigo where the Portuguese roam to during the summer. It’s not difficult to understand why: an extensive sandy stretch protected by cliffs usually with small ponds perfect for children.
Taste the local cuisine, specially the fish or seafood based dishes, usually fresh and caught the same day!
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Duration: 8 hours
Starts: Alvor, Portugal
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Alvor, Faro, Portugal
Discover the most beautiful coastline in Portugal: the Vicentina Coast is a natural wonder where white sandy beaches coexist with some dramatic cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
Get a local vibe at Carrapateira fishing village to discover how this and other small settlements in this region used to live some decades / centuries ago. See at the Land and Sea Museum how some old traditions and techniques are still used among the fishing or agricultural community.
See the beautiful beaches of Arrifana and Monte Clérigo where the Portuguese roam to during the summer. It’s not difficult to understand why: an extensive sandy stretch protected by cliffs usually with small ponds perfect for children.
Taste the local cuisine, specially the fish or seafood based dishes, usually fresh and caught the same day!
Stop At: Museu do Mar e da Terra da Carrapateira, Rua do Pescador Rua do Estado, Carrapateira 8670-230 Portugal
We start by visiting the village of Carrapateira, a place where local culture and old traditions are alive and well as we can see in the Land and Sea Museum which documents the daily life of local people like fishermen and farmers.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Carrapateira, Carrapateira, Faro District, Algarve
We start by visiting the village of Carrapateira, a place where local culture and old traditions are alive and well as we can see in the Land and Sea Museum which documents the daily life of local people like fishermen and farmers.
Pass By: Amado Beach, Carrapateira 8670-230 Portugal
After leaving Carrapateira, we will embark on a smooth and relaxed scenic trip along one of the most beautiful areas of the country: Costa Vicentina. Contrary to the Algarve landscapes, this coast has wild cliffs and a varied set of rocks. This variety extends to existing beaches, there is one for all tastes, whether you want a more family-oriented or looking for waves to surf.
Pass By: Bordeira Beach, Carrapateira Portugal
After leaving Carrapateira, we will embark on a smooth and relaxed scenic trip along one of the most beautiful areas of the country: Costa Vicentina. Contrary to the Algarve landscapes, this coast has wild cliffs and a varied set of rocks. This variety extends to existing beaches, there is one for all tastes, whether you want a more family-oriented or looking for waves to surf.
Pass By: Parque Natural do Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina, Portugal
After leaving Carrapateira, we will embark on a smooth and relaxed scenic trip along one of the most beautiful areas of the country: Costa Vicentina. Contrary to the Algarve landscapes, this coast has wild cliffs and a varied set of rocks. This variety extends to existing beaches, there is one for all tastes, whether you want a more family-oriented or looking for waves to surf.
Stop At: Arrifana Beach, Aljezur 8670 Portugal
Next stop is Aljezur area to see the popular beaches of Arrifana and Monte Clérigo. Then indulge your taste buds with fresh fish and seafood or perhaps one of the typical mountain meat dishes, as this area offers the best of both worlds for an unforgettable lunch.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Monte Clerigo Beach, Aljezur 8670-156 Portugal
Next stop is Aljezur area to see the popular beaches of Arrifana and Monte Clérigo. Then indulge your taste buds with fresh fish and seafood or perhaps one of the typical mountain meat dishes, as this area offers the best of both worlds for an unforgettable lunch.
Duration: 30 minutes
