Top Faro Archaeology Tours

Discover the local marine life around Faro, Portugal during this exciting cruise. Join a small group and set sail on the Atlantic Ocean in search of several aquatic species. Observe bottlenose and common dolphins, marine birds, bluefin tuna, and perhaps even orcas and sharks. An onboard marine biologist provides information on what you see and collects research data.

Explore the rugged ‘Deserted Island’ located just off the Algarve coast. Take the ferry to the island and observe the various bird species that inhabit the area such as herons, plovers, and black-winged stilts. Soak up the sun on the white sandy beaches or go for a walk and admire the beautiful scenery before taking the ferry back to Faro.

Discover the nature and wildlife of the Ria Formosa Natural Park on this tour from Faro. Avoid the crowds aboard an intimate catamaran, perfect for your small group. Stop first at Barreta Island, on the southernmost point in Portugal, to see its sand dunes. Then explore the Ria Formosa Natural Park with opportunities to spot various wildlife in its channels. Finish at Farol island, where you find long, sandy beaches and your choice of beach bars.

Combine a trip to the Benagil Cave with a visit to the Marinha Beach, and check off two of the Algarve's highlights in just one trip. After traveling by road from Faro, see the famous Benagil Cave from above, peering into the cave from its famous roof. Afterward, travel onwards to Marinha Beach for ample time to swim, explore, and laze on the beach.

When it’s time to say goodbye to the Algarve, end your trip the easy way by pre-booking this shared departure transfer to Faro International Airport (FAO). Your driver picks you up from your hotel (towns listed below) and drives you to the airport in a comfortable, climate-controlled shuttle bus. It’s a budget-friendly alternative to the pricey private taxi rides, and shuttles are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Enjoy a smooth private transfer from Faro to Lisbon with a 2-hour sightseeing stop in Évora, a UNESCO-listed city rich in history and charm. Your English-speaking driver will pick you up from your accommodation in a spacious, air-conditioned vehicle with complimentary Wi-Fi and bottled water for a relaxing ride. Fully Customizable & Private – Adjust your itinerary with your driver, or extend the stop via the app. Hotel pickup & dropoff by a professional English-speaking driver. Take a break in Évora and explore its medieval streets, whitewashed houses, and historic landmarks. Visit the Temple of Diana, one of Portugal’s best-preserved Roman ruins, the Évora Cathedral, with breathtaking rooftop views, and the eerie Chapel of Bones, lined with human skulls. After your visit, continue comfortably to Lisbon, or return to Faro upon request for a seamless travel experience.

Embrace the magic of the East Algarve during a guided day trip to Faro, Olhao, and Tavira, leaving from select hotels in the Algarve region. This tour visits the charming Old Town in Faro, the elegant capital of the Algarve. Continue east to relish the mellow atmosphere in the fishing town of Olhão. Finally, explore traditional architecture at Tavira Castle, a ruin considered to be from the Neolithic era.