Top Algarve Desserts & Sweets

Get the best of Lagos without the crowds or heat. This is where your first day in Lagos should start – with not just a history walk but with a taste of Lagos itself. Hi, I'm Gwen. After coming to Lagos for over 30 years, I now call Lagos home, and I’ll guide you on this intimate 3-hour morning walking experience designed for curious travelers 18+ who want to go beyond the beaches and discover what truly makes Lagos and the Algarve special. You’ll go from sweeping Algarve coastline views to the cobblestone streets of Lagos Old Town, discovering how Lagos helped shape Portugal's history - from its Roman and Moorish roots, to the Age of Discovery and 1755 earthquake and tsunami, to today's culture. Savor 3 tastings of locally-sourced, authentic, homemade Lagos and Algarve specialties, including a famous Lagos sweet with medronho pairing most tours skip. Shop local Algarve products to take with you, along with insider dining, hidden gems, and best of Lagos tips.

Tuk Tuk experience in Tavira, including artisanal chocolate tasting. The "City & Chocolate Tour" is carried out by Maria's Tuk Tuk. This tour starts in the Alto de São Brás area, stops at the salt flats, passes by the Bernardas Convent and stops at the São Sebastião church. Continuing through the military barracks, São Francisco church and São José church. Halfway through the tour, we pass by the Ibelle chocolate atelier. Then we move on to Praça da República (center) and the historic area. The places of passage are the Convento da Graça, Church of Santiago, Church of Santa Maria, Church of Misericórdia and we stop at Castelo de Tavira. The end of this tour is at Maria's Tuk Tuk stop, near the Roman Bridge of Tavira.

Book a beginner or intermediate surf lesson on the soft sands of Galé Beach in Albufeira. Enjoy a two-hour session with a professional instructor who guides you through warm-up, ocean safety, and essential surfing techniques. Practice on consistent, safe waves with personalized attention in small groups limited to 10 people, helping you improve your skills and confidence on the board.

Pair Algarve wines with off-road adventure on this experience that combines local flavors with scenic countryside exploration. Visit a winery to learn about the winemaking process while enjoying tastings and tapas, then venture along rugged backcountry trails for panoramic views before sampling the region’s traditional firewater. Hotel pickup and drop-off make the day easy from start to finish.

Take a break from the beach crowds and discover the wineries of the Algarve on this full-day tour. Travel into the countryside from Albufeira by private vehicle and visit the medieval town of Silves. Stroll the cobblestone streets and view the impressive Moorish castle with hilltop views. Then, sample several different wines and tapas at a winery overlooking the vineyards.

Experience Algarve’s local food and wine without searching for the region’s best spots on your own. Travel from Albufeira to the town of Guia for its famous peri-peri chicken lunch, then visit a local vineyard to learn about regional winemaking and enjoy a tasting. Scenic coastal stops along the way add to this relaxed culinary outing.

Get out of the city and into the mountains on a Jeep safari from Albufeira. Combining mountain vistas with off-road thrills, this half-day experience by convertible Jeep offers a fun way to explore the terrain without getting lost. You'll follow a carefully planned itinerary that includes a swim stop and food tasting, and also covers the landscape's highlights; medieval castle, fruit plantation, and traditional villages are all en route.

Visit two local Algarve vineyards on this private wine tour from Portimao. Enjoy the ability to travel at your own pace and personalized attention from your guide as you explore the vineyards, cellars, and tasting rooms of two wineries, tasting three types of wine at each location. Don't worry about who's driving, as private transportation to and from your Portimao hotel is included.

Unique Tile Painting Experience in the Algarve You will have the privilege of meeting a local artist who will share the techniques of traditional Portuguese tile painting, particularly the renowned 17th-century art style. With the artist's guidance, you will learn the techniques of this craft and paint your own tiles: one with a classic design and another with an original creation.