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Algarve - Cork Oaks to Orange Groves
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Key Information:
Tour Duration: 8 day(s)
Group Size: 2 - 5 people
Destination(s): Portugal
Specialty Categories: Walking Tours Sightseeing
Season: January - December
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: No
Minimum Per Person Price: 645 Euro (EUR)
Maximum Per Person Price: 720 Euro (EUR)

Tour Itinerary:

Day 1: Transfer from arrival point in the Algarve to Estoi.

Day 2: A walk that takes you up to the highest point in the area - Guilhim with panoramic views and then back along the Seco river. Overnight Estoi.

Day 3: Transfer to the start of the walk. A walk of 16km/10miles through the countryside and along the Almarjao valley to the village of Querença and your accommodation in a beautifully restored Quinta nestled in the hills. Overnight Querença.

Day 4: A shorter walk today that allows you time to look at the village and then takes you down through the river valley to the classified site Fonte de Benemola; this is a protected area and home to many birds and rare plants, 12km / 7miles. Overnight Querença.

Day 5: Transfer to the start of the walk. Following in the footsteps of the Moors through unspoilt countryside and up along the limestone escarpment of Rocha da Pena (another classified and protected site) to the village of Alte, 18km/11miles. Overnight in Alte.

Day 6: Transfer to the start of the walk. A walk along ridges and passing prehistoric landmarks to the Arade Barragem and then through groves full of citrus fruit and avocados to your accommodation 5km from Silves 16km/10miles. Overnight close Silves.

Day 7: A walk along the 'levada' to Silves town where you have time to explore before returning along quiet country lanes and through groves of citrus fruit - this area is particularly famous for its oranges, 15km / 9.7 miles. Overnight close to Silves.

Day 8: Sadly it is time to lave and we transfer you back to the airport or train station.

Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.

Price Includes:
* 7 night's accommodation in a twin/double room with en-suite facilities and breakfasts
* 4 dinners (Estoi and Querença)
* 6 picnics
* Transport to and from your arrival point in the Algarve
* Movement of luggage during the week
* Comprehensive walking notes and maps

Price Excludes:
* 3 dinners
* Travel insurance
* Flights

Cost per person:
* October to March: £445.00, $890.00 or 645euro
* April to June and September: £495.00, $990.00 or 720euro.

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