Travelpack

Monchique • Cabo Sao Vicente • Évora
This Portugal road trip is a scenic self-drive holiday starting in the Algarve with Faro and Monchique, offering relaxing mountain stays and coastal views. It continues along the Atlantic coast to Cabo São Vicente and through charming villages into the Alentejo region. The journey includes Grândola, Comporta, Alqueva, and the historic city of Évora, with an optional visit to Spain’s Badajoz before returning to Monchique and Faro. It combines nature, culture, history, and beautiful landscapes.

Day 1: Portugal Inland Paths/arrival Faro Monchique
London Stansted Airport To Faro Airport
Arrive at Faro International Airport, meet and greet by our local representative who will assist you with your car hire and inform you how to proceed on your departure day. Make the most of your time in the Algarve. Drive to the capital of the Algarve, Faro (just 10 minutes from the airport) and explore this city with centuries of history, starting in the Moorish and medieval times. Stroll down the narrow streets and whitewashed houses, walk inside the walls, perhaps have a drink at one of the city's iconic bars facing the beautiful sea view or taste shellfish at one of the local restaurants. Afterwards, drive to Monchique, check in to your hotel and the rest of the day is at leisure, relaxing at the thermal resort.
Overnight in Monchique.

Day 2: Monchique Cape St. Vicente Monchique (180 km 2.5 hrs)
Have an early breakfast at the hotel, and after, take a short walk along the Caldas de Monchique to find Fonte dos Amores, the Love Fountain. Today, you will be heading towards the Edge of Portugal in the South, Sagres and Cape São Vicente. If you drive straight to Cape So Vicente, besides the magnificent view over the Atlantic Ocean, you will see Sagres, the fortress that witnesses all the legends of maritime adventure during the Moorish pirates' attacks. Later on, visit the Village of Pedralva and experience the rural life in the Algarve. Perhaps stop at the Gourmet Grocery or enjoy lunch at the local restaurant. On the way back, drive along the coast, pass through Lagos, and finish this day with the romantic sunset at Ponta da Piedade.
Overnight in Monchique.

Day 3: Monchique Foia Grandola (180 km 2h 30m)
After your leisurely breakfast at the hotel, check out and follow your drive to Grandola. En route, visit the village of Monchique, the starting point for a hike up to Foia Peak, the highest point in the Algarve. Continue driving to Aljezur, a small charming village that stretches along the coastline and admire breath-taking views over the ocean. Perhaps stop for lunch at the local restaurant and try Perceves, a typical speciality of this region. Passing Vila Nova de Mil Fontes, you will be arriving at the hotel that is set in the beautiful Valley of Sobreiras. After the check-in, spend the rest of the day at leisure, enjoying all the facilities of the hotel and admiring the charming rural atmosphere of its landscape. Dinner at the hotel (included).
Overnight in Grndola.

Day 4: Grândola Comporta Grândola (120 km 2 hr 45 min)
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel and get ready for exploring Grndola. Walk along its archaeological sites and discover the monuments of the Carnation Revolution, memorable for ending fascism in Portugal. Drive to Comporta beach, located south of Troia. Lie back and relax at the beach and continue to Cais Palafitico da Carrasqueira, a masterpiece of popular architecture. This port, built on irregular wooden piles and boards, is a popular photography destination. The wharf and its mooring lines are used by local fishing boats. Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of this rural place and return to your hotel, visiting picturesque villages, such as Melides and Santiago de Cacém and discover more about the Alentejo region and its unique rustic spirit. Dinner at the hotel (included).
Overnight in Grndola.

Day 5: Grândola Alqueva Évora (197 km 2 hr 45 min)
Begin your day with a breakfast at the hotel, check out, and get ready for your next destination, EVORA, the city commonly known as the book of Portuguese art history. You will drive along the Great Lake resulting from the Alqueva Reservoir, the largest artificial lake in Europe, surrounded by an enviable natural landscape. Alqueva Sky is the first certified place in the world by the Starlight Foundation as a Starlight Tourism Destination, the perfect place to observe the sky and stars. Drive to Aldeia da Luz, a village submerged by the dam waters, visit the Museum and explore further about its tragic history. Not far from Évora, there is Reguengos de Monsaraz, well-known for its delicious wines. Once in EVORA, check in to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in EVORA.

Day 6: Évora Elvas Badajoz (Spain) Évora (205 km 2 hr 45 min)
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel. Today, you will extend your driving experience to Badajoz, located in Spain. En-route stop at the Evoramonte parish and admire simple white houses, traditionally painted with white lime and unique ornaments. Follow to Estremoz, a simple provincial town, a busy trading centre, with lots of shops selling farm tools, earthenware pottery and gourmet delights, all of which are available at the great market that takes place at the huge central square on Saturday. The town also boasts some excellent eateries. In Elvas, visit the largest bulwarked fortification in the world that had major importance during the battles of independence of Portugal in the mid-17th century, and served as a base for General Wellington during the Napoleonic Wars in the early 19th century. Afterwards, you will be crossing the border with Spain, and you will arrive at Badajoz. Badajoz has a handful of good museums and a hilltop Alcazaba. Return to EVORA and spend the rest of the afternoon walking down its romantic streets, perhaps tasting the local gastronomy at one of the restaurants.
Overnight in EVORA.

Day 7: Évora Monchique (210 km 2 hr 45 min)
After breakfast at the hotel, check out and head to Évora. The name came from the Celtic word, Ebora, and nowadays it is one of the most romantic cities of Portugal, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage. Templo de Diana (Diana Temple), Catedral da S, and Capela dos Ossos are just a few sites to visit, on which you will learn why this city was chosen by the Portuguese kings as their residence. Delicious local gastronomy cannot be ignored, as its Migas com Carne, leftover bread, soaked in water, garlic, spices and combined with braised pork, is a luscious experience for the foodie lovers. Big farewell to EVORA because in the afternoon you will drive back to Monchique in the Algarve.
Overnight in Monchique.

Day 8: Monchique Departure Faro (80 km 1 hr)
Spend your last morning in Portugal savouring your breakfast. After check-out from your hotel, drive back to Faro Airport, where you will return the rental car and prepare for your return flight.

What is included in the offer
• Return flights from Stansted with 20kg baggage
• Car Hire with Renault Clio with Unlimited Mileage
• 3 nights at Central Suites & Apartments Monchique in a Superior Hotel Category with Half Board
• 2 nights at Sobreiras - Alentejo Country Hotel in a Superior Hotel Category with Breakfast
• 2 nights at The Noble House Hotel - Évora in a Superior Hotel Category with Breakfast

Prices & Departures:
b75322 Stansted from £999pp
Deposit: £450pp
b74862 Bristol from £1089pp
Deposit: £500pp
b74837 Dublin from £1119pp
Deposit: £550pp
b74832 Manchester from £1149pp
Deposit: £550pp
b74849 Belfast from £1169pp
Deposit: £570pp
b74846 Newcastle from £1209pp
Deposit: £600pp
b74844 Glasgow from £1279pp
Deposit: £650pp
b74851 Birmingham from £1279pp
Deposit: £650pp
b74855 Edinburgh from £1559pp
Deposit: £870pp

Payable to Travel pack:
b75322 Stansted from £995pp
Deposit: £450pp
b74862 Bristol from £1085pp
Deposit: £500pp
b74837 Dublin from £1115pp
Deposit: £550pp
b74832 Manchester from £1145pp
Deposit: £550pp
b74849 Belfast from £1165pp
Deposit: £570pp
b74846 Newcastle from £1205pp
Deposit: £600pp
b74844 Glasgow from £1275pp
Deposit: £650pp
b74851 Birmingham from £1275pp
Deposit: £650pp
b74855 Edinburgh from £1555pp
Deposit: £870pp

Single supplement:
b74866 Stansted from £679

Local Fees breakdown Payable at the Property
The Noble House Hotel - Évora
City tax GBP 5.20 Total
£3 per person Total approx.
Exchange rates and local taxes may change before you pay in-resort

Terms & Conditions:
Based on 2 Adults

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