Algarve has as many possibilities as beaches, and in Nomads Algarve we are going to show you routes that you cannot miss on your visit. Travel with us the most charming towns and the best beaches with infinite and paradisiacal views.
We start the day with a good breakfast and head towards Lagos (1), where we will visit the famous and impressive Ponta da Piedade beach, with crystal clear waters and extraordinarily beautiful coves.
In Lagos, everything seems to invite the beach and simple pleasures. But there is also a history of sailors and pirates, The result of a complicity with the sea that endures in the colorful fishing boats that bring the fish to the fish market or in the marina where yachts from all over the world rock. Pulse HERE to read more.
We recommend making a stop to eat in Lagos in "TWO ARTISTS", with an aristocratic atmosphere, Impeccable service and tasty dishes, novel and abundant. Not the repentance.
Following, we will visit Sagres (2), with its Cape San Vicente, one of the most impressive views you will ever see.
The first time we visited Sagres and the Cape San Vicente, gives us the impression that it is the end of the world, because its huge cliffs overlooking an open and infinite sea offers us a strange, and in turn, nice feeling that can give us a rare feeling of peace, great place to reflect. Pulse HERE for more information.
Without a doubt, Lagos and Sagres are essential places in our visit to the Algarve and as a recommended place to dine and regain energy, We recommend you return to Lagos and make a stop at “REAL PORTUGUESE CUISINE”, where you will taste the most exquisite chocolate mousse.
We get up early because today we will visit the tourist areas of Algarve and how could it be otherwise, we will know the famous and set Albufeira (1), although somewhat crowded in high season, it has a lot of charm. It is without a doubt, a place focused on tourism.
Albufeira is the tourist reference of the Faro district in the Portuguese Algarve, Currently it is a place designed for tourists and in summer it is the point where thousands of foreign tourists are concentrated, so it is not a good option if what we are looking for is tranquility. To read more, pulse HERE.
We have already exhausted our morning and as a recommended option to eat, we recommend them "THE SAILOR", with elaborate Portuguese dishes and excellent treatment.
We continue our journey towards Portimao (2), fishing town with a modern air, with a port worth visiting.
Portimão is the largest city in the western Algarve and a traditional shipbuilding center, sardine fishing and fish processing. To expand the information, access HERE.
To end our day we recommend dining at “THE CRO PORTUGAL”, and Carvoeiro, near Portimao, where to savor unique dishes in a quiet and pleasant atmosphere.
We wake up early for an intense day, today we will know the city of Faro (1), what despite being the capital of the Algarve, is often ignored by visitors to this, heading directly to seaside resorts, missing out on knowing a charming city. click HERE to read more.
We may not have time to visit part of Faro, especially "Desert Island", since it is accessed by sea, but we can occupy the afternoon in it or continue visiting our next destination, Tavira (2).
Taking advantage of the trip we can stop at the recommended restaurant “TO SEE TAVIRA”, because besides good food, there you can also enjoy wonderful cocktails in an exclusive place with an elegant decoration.
Tavira is a town that has managed to preserve its traditional character and boasts of having a quiet pace of life in a region crowded with tourists. click HERE for more information.
- Loulé
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- Viamoura and Quarteira
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- Carvoeiro
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- Silves
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Today we will take a quick tour of four towns with a very special charm, for them we will visit first Loulé, then we go to Vilamoura and Quarteira, and finally Carvoeiro Y Silves. Visits should be quick so that we have time to see everything, and we recommend leaving early.
We start from Loulé (1), with wonderful beaches, among which stand: Quinta Do Lago Beach, Ancao Beach, Garrao Beach, Vale do Lobo Beach, Quarteira y Villamoura. Loulé despite being the despite being the Arabic-inspired, and where you can find fresh food and Portuguese specialties. To learn more, pulse HERE.
Following, we headed south until we reached Vilamoura and Quarteira (2), where we will find spectacular and interesting places, but nothing compared to the beauty of its beaches.
Between Vilamoura and Faro, Quarteira It was one of the first tourist centers to be developed in the Algarve. A small fishing village was replaced by huge tower blocks and modern hotel buildings over the years 70 Y 80. These are not to everyone's taste, but as for relaxing vacations, you can't ask for more from Quarteira. For more information, pulsar HERE.
We're going to Carvoeiro (3). It is time to make a stop to enjoy good Portuguese gastronomy and indulge ourselves, so we recommend trying the exquisite haute cuisine dishes of "Candy", located in Carvoeiro, a somewhat peculiar and exquisite place, although not adapted to all pockets, since the average price can be around 38/100 euros, although it is accompanied by an unmatched quality.
Carvoeiro has some of the most beautiful beaches in the region, with cliffs, rocks and caves that add an aura of mysticism to the Algarve coast. To learn more about Carvoeiro, click HERE.
Finally, we are heading towards Silves (4), a small town with charm and a magical atmosphere that takes you back to the middle ages. Narrow streets, cobbled and steep, crowned by a medieval castle worth visiting.
Silves is famous for its Medieval Market, held in mid-August, where absolutely the whole town with its castle, they dress in period clothes and transport the town back to medieval times, with clashes between armored knights and spontaneous dances that may surprise you as you walk down the street, craft stalls, Magic, performances, food and candy stalls,… An unforgettable experience. For more information, pulse HERE
- SIERRA DE ARACENA
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- Grotto of Wonders
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- Sierra de Aracena and Picos de Aroche Natural Park
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- HUELVA CAPITAL
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Taking advantage of our stay in Algarve, We will make a detour to visit Huelva lands. Today you choose the route, the first option is to visit the Sierra de Aracena (1) and the second option is Huelva capital (2), although from Nomads we recommend visiting the Sierra de Aracena because its charms go beyond.
We recommend making our first visit to the Grotto of wonders, consisting of a spring of inexhaustible beauty, forged by time on nature, and only with the help of elements such as water and stone. Exceptional galleries coexist in it, salons, lakes and underground courses, that over time the water has carved in the Cerro del Castillo. It is considered one of the most beautiful and best preserved caves in the world. You can check all the schedules and availability HERE.
When it comes to regain strength, we recommend trying the dishes of “RUSSES GASTROBAR”, with a gastronomic proposal based on tapas made with quality local products, where the Iberian, greens and vegetables carry a significant weight.
We have several options to visit in the afternoon, we recommend contemplating the magnificent views of the Sierra de Aracena and Picos de Aroche natural park (2), located at the western end of Sierra Morena, north of Huelva, and is characterized by the extensive forest mass that it has, high rainfall, mild climate, and a spectacular cultural and natural heritage. The wide meadows of this environment, have favored the breeding of the Iberian pig, around which an industry has arisen that sustains the economy of towns in the area, like Cumbres Mayores or Jabugo. The landscape changes depending on the altitude and humidity. The meadows populated with holm oaks are replaced by cork oaks in some areas, while in the higher altitudes, oak forests are frequent., as in the place of the Solana de los Bonales; However, in towns like Fuenteheridos, Galaroza or Castaño del Robledo the landscape is made up of chestnut trees; and in river beds such as the Múrtigas through gallery forests where large trees such as poplars abound, fresnos, willows and alders, along with brambles and climbing plants.
Finally, we can take advantage to visit the historic center of Aracena (2) and taste the unique Iberian products of the area (essential). We have little time and we have a long trip back, Although we give you the option of being able to see the most interesting places in the Sierra de Aracena and perform the Aníbal González route pressing HERE.
For the most cosmopolitan, we have the option to visit Huelva capital (3) and contemplate the most interesting monuments of this. If you want to know more about the city, haz click HERE.