10 days in Algarve Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Algarve travel planner
Start: London
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Lagos
— 5 nights
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Olhao
— 4 nights
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Lagos — 5 nights
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Jewel of the Algarve
The allure of the beaches and the town's historical center draw visitors to Lagos, a coastal destination in the Barlavento region of the Algarve.Escape the urban bustle at Praia Da Rocha and Praia do Beliche. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Praia dos Tres Irmaos and Praia Da Amoreira. Explore Lagos' surroundings by going to Salema Beach (in Vila do Bispo), Aljezur (Praia do Monte Clérigo & Arrifana Beach) and Martinhal Beach (in Sagres). Next up on the itinerary: kick back and relax at Praia do Pinhao, make a trip to Lagos Farol da Ponta da Piedade, stroll through Praia de Albandeira, and take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports.
To find reviews, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Lagos trip itinerary planning website.
London, UK to Lagos is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and bus; or take a train. In September, Lagos is a bit warmer than London - with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Olhao.
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Olhao — 4 nights
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Algarve Region's largest fishing port, Olhao occupies a strategically important coastal area inhabited since prehistoric times.Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Praia Verde and Praia da Manta Rota. Step out of the city life by going to Praia da Quarteira and Praia da Alagoa. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Olhao: Tavira (Tavira Island & Costabeach Tavira Island and Tours). There's much more to do: surround yourself with nature on Far-Eco Tuk, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Igreja de Sao Lourenco de Almancil, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Old Town Faro.
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Drive from Lagos to Olhao in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. In September, daily temperatures in Olhao can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) to allow time to fly back home.
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Algarve travel guide
Occupying the southernmost portion of Portugal's mainland, Algarve is wholeheartedly devoted to tourism and continuously ranks among Europe's top holiday destinations. Nearly 10 million annual visitors include Algarve on their itineraries, drawn mostly by the region's developed coastline, boasting nearly 200 km (125 mi) of impeccable beaches. Farther away from the water, the region offers an extensive network of hiking trails, ideal for active vacationers seeking a chance to explore a rugged southwestern corner of Europe once considered the very end of the world. If you need a few urban things to do on your vacation, head for the regional capital Faro, featuring a lively Old Town full of plazas, pedestrian lanes, and outdoor cafes.
