Portugal Inland Paths, Self-drive

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  • No booking fees
  • duration 8 days
  • tour type Private
  • age requirement 6-99 yrs
  • max group size 30
  • guiding method Self-guided
  • Tour Code BM-34248
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Faro, Portugal
  • Ends Faro, Portugal
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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Monchique: picturesque region that offers excellent hiking or cycling excursion or adventurous canoeing. Popular for the thermal villa Caldas de Monchique and Love Fountain.
  • Sagres: this fortress is a witness of the mysterious history and legends of maritime adventure founded by the 15th century by the Infante D. Henrique.
  • Grândola: charming town, dazzled by its diverse mountainous and coastline surroundings. Home to different architectonical sites and memorable monuments of Carnation Revolution
  • Évora: book of Portuguese art history, city written in the UNESCO World Heritage, perceiving the loving spirit of the local poets and art lovers.
Start and end in Faro, the tour "Portugal Inland Paths, Self-drive" is a self-guided self-drive or vehicle rental tour that takes 8 days. You will be traveling through Fóia, Cape St. Vincent, Grândola and 7 other destinations in Portugal and Spain. "Portugal Inland Paths, Self-drive" is a private tour which includes accommodation, transport, meals and others. Please see the package includes section for further details.

Choose this eight-days self-drive tour and get inspired by discovering inland paths of Algarve and Alentejo. The natural diversity of these regions is undoubtedly one of the greatest riches. Starting in Faro, fascinating capital of Algarve, you will drive to Monchique, scenic base for exploring the natural scenery, with some excellent options for walking, biking and canoeing. A strip of coastal villages will take you to Grandola, beautiful, privileged area popular for relaxing at close Troia or Comporta beach, and once in Évora you will be allured by its unique romantic atmosphere, delicious gastronomy and captivating history. This trip will fill all your senses and will leave great memories for the lifetime.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Arrival Faro – Monchique (80 Km – 1 H)
  • Day 2: Monchique – Cape St. Vicente – Monchique (180 Km – 2.5 Hrs)
  • Day 3: Monchique – Foia – Grandola (180km – 2h30m)
  • Day 4: Grandola – Comporta – Grandola (120 Km – 2.45 Hrs)
  • Day 5: Grandola – Alqueva – Evora (197 Km – 2.45 Hrs)
  • Day 6: Evora – Elvas – Badajoz (spain) – Evora (205 Km – 2.45 Hrs)
  • Day 7: Évora – Monchique (210 Km – 2.45 Hrs)
  • Day 8: Monchique – Departure Faro (80 Km – 1 H)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • 7 night's hotel accommodation
  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Central or similar 3*
  • Standard Hotel Category = Sobreiras Alentejo Country Hotel or similar 4*
  • Standard Hotel Category = The Noble House Hotel or similar 4*
Meals
  • 7 Breakfasts
  • 2 Dinners (Day 3 and 4)
  • Optional extra: Half Board supplement: additional 5 Dinners (day 1, 2 and 5 to 7)
Transport
  • Replacement vehicle in a case of accident or breakdown
Others
  • Unlimited mileage
  • CDW (Collision Damage Waiver)
  • TP (theft protection)
  • Road assistance 24/7
  • Safety equipment (first aid kit, triangle, high visibility vest, fire extinguisher)
  • Road map
  • Airport fees
  • Tax
  • Meet & Greet
  • Grandola:
  • Evora:
  • Car Group C = Seat Ibiza A/C or similar
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Tour guide
  • Visa fees
  • Domestic/International flights
  • Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
  • Optional tours (if any)
  • City tax not included, payable on the spot
  • Any entrance fees and activities
  • Porterage and gratuities
  • Please note that this tour is a suggested itinerary. While the sites listed may be visited independently, the package does not cover any applicable entrance or tour fees
  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
  • Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
  • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
  • Baby seat/ Booster
  • Damage handling fee
  • Tolls
  • Young driver supplement
  • Additional charges that may occur due to; missing fuel (refuelling charge); extremely dirty vehicle; lost car documents, registration plates or keys; empty car battery (requiring towing service)
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Portugal Inland Paths, Self-drive tour. You can cancel the tour up to 16 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 15 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 12 April 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 12 April 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 15 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Portugal Inland Paths, Self-drive tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Portugal Inland Paths, Self-drive tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

Know Before You Go

Please note that CDW doesn’t cover: Tyre, undercarriage, interior & glass damages, Malfunctions and damages caused by wrong fuel, reckless driving, Damages caused by driving under influence of alcohol, drugs or passing through red light, Damages caused by an unauthorized driver Driver Requirements: Minimum age of the driver: 23 years, valid driver’s license and passport or ID and possession of the driver’s license at least 2 years. Car Insurance, to be paid directly on the spot. Credit card accepted (VISA, MASTERCARD, AMERICAN EXPRESS or DINERS) Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed  

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This tour has implemented smaller group sizes than normal, allowing for more personal space on the vehicles, sights visited, hotels and restaurants.
  • Hygiene protocols have been adopted on this trip. Wearing a mask, hand washing and general sanitizing has been implemented on this tour. Frequently touched surfaces are furthermore regularly disinfected.
  • Distancing measures have been implemented to safeguard against COVID-19.
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