Highlights
- Enjoy daily dining experiences at Michelin recognized restaurants
- Sample local Algarvian wine varieties in Tôr
- Join a medieval walking tour of the ancient city of Silves
- Ride along with a local fisherman and try your hand at clam picking
Brief Itinerary
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive | Albufeira |
| Day 2 | Wine tasting; Dine at Bon Bon (One Star) | Quinta do Lago |
| Day 3 | Silves Medieval Walking Tour; Dine at Henrique Leis (One Star) | Quinta do Lago |
| Day 4 | Go-karting; Vila Joya (Two Star) | Quinta do Lago |
| Day 5 | São Gabriel (One Star); Craft Beer Brewery Tour | Quinta do Lago |
| Day 6 | Clam Picking, Oyster Tasting; Dine at Gusto (One Star) | Quinta do Lago |
| Day 7 | Depart |
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive
As you touch down at the Faro airport, you will see a stunning view of the Ria Formosa lagoons, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal. Meet your private chauffeur at the airport and drive a short distance to Albufeira and to your accommodation. Settle in and relax before venturing out to explore your surroundings.
Day 2: Wine tasting - Dine at Bon Bon (One Star)
Today you will head inland to visit the town of Tôr for an afternoon of wine tasting. Learn about winemaking as you sample local Algarvian varieties paired with regional tapas with a stunning mountain view as a backdrop.
In the evening, enjoy a six-course meal at Bon Bon, a one-star Michelin restaurant 30 minutes west of Albufeira. Each dish is crafted in a contemporary and original interpretation with a respectful nod to traditional Portuguese flavors.
Day 3: Silves Medieval Walking Tour - Dine at Henrique Leis (One Star)
Today you will meet your guide for a medieval walking tour of Silves, a charming Portuguese town, as well as the ancient capital of the Algarve. Explore the narrow cobblestoned streets, passing orange and lemon trees, and learn about the Arabic influence that gives the town its architecture. You will visit the Castle of Silves, its cathedral, Archeological Museum, and the local market before stopping for lunch in an authentic tasca, sampling regional dishes and tapas.
In the evening, get ready for your dining experience and enjoy a nine-course dinner and wine pairing at the Michelin one-star restaurant, Henrique Leis. Henrique Leis embraces French cuisine, enhanced by flavors of its South American homeland, its chef celebrating the elegance and importance of detail.
Chat with a local specialist who can help organize your trip.
Day 4: Go-karting - Dine at Vila Joya (Two Star)
Today begins with a little adrenaline-fueled fun. Spend a few hours go-karting at the Algarve's largest karting platform before spending the afternoon as you like.
This evening's dining adventure takes you to Vila Joya for an exclusive culinary experience. Enjoy the chef's table experience as two-star Michelin chef Dieter Koschina prepares your food directly in front of you.
Day 5: Dine at São Gabriel (One Star) - Craft Beer Brewery Tour
Switch things up today as you enjoy lunch at the one-star Michelin restaurant, São Gabriel. São Gabriel offers creatively styled cuisine combining traditional Portuguese flavors with a contemporary twist, showcasing Chef Leonel Pereira’s Algarvian roots. All dishes are prepared with innovation and technical precision.
Afterward, join a guided beer tour of a local microbrewery where you will learn the journey beer undergoes from start to finish. Taste a selection of quality craft beers, blazing a new trail in Portuguese beer culture.
Day 6: Clam picking and oyster tasting; Dine at Gusto (One Star)
This morning you will get to spend a few hours in the Ria Formosa with a local clam picker, hunting for clams using traditional clam picking methods. You will also have the opportunity to visit an oyster nursery before feasting on the freshest oysters.
In the evening, enjoy a vibrant five-course Mediterranean meal with wine pairing that blends cutting-edge Scandinavian-style design in the one-star Michelin recognized, Gusto. The restaurant features a lively open kitchen, a Cuban cigar menu and an alfresco terrace with views of its infinity pool.
Day 7: Depart
It's time to say farewell to the beautiful Algarve. Taking your memories with you, meet your private airport transfer and enjoy one last look over the Ria Formosa lagoons as you get comfortable in-flight.