What to expect

Multiple Activites
Hiking, cycling & paddleboarding

Spectacular Scenery
Cycle Castro Marim nature reserve

Four-star Central Hotel
Stay minutes from the beach

Guided Walk
Explore Olhão's Fisherman's Quarter
About this trip...
Return airport transfers (Faro Airport)
Private room
Daily breakfast & dinner
Welcome drink & information meeting
Organized activities: hiking, paddleboarding, cycling and a guided walk
Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
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International flights are not included
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Travel insurance
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Tips & drinks
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Meals when not included in the itinerary
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Activities when not included in the itinerary
What you'll be doing

Day One: Arrival into Faro
- Dinner included

Day Two : Hiking Altura to Monte Gordo
We begin today’s walk in the coastal village of Altura, known for its cafés, restaurants and long stretch of white sandy beach. From here, we follow raised walkways across the dunes towards Monte Gordo, observing the changing landscape and plant life along the way, including European beach grass and sea holly. The beach feels endless, with sweeping views leading down to the calm, gently lapping sea.
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Breakfast & dinner included

Day Three: Cycling Castro Marim Nature Reserve
Today’s ride takes us on a scenic loop through the Castro Marim Nature Reserve, set along the banks of the Guadiana River and its salt pans, home to an abundance of birdlife. We also visit the charming historic town of Castro Marim, where its ancient castle and later fortifications overlook the river, offering sweeping views across the surrounding countryside.
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Breakfast & dinner included

Day Four: Day at leisure
Enjoy a day at leisure to relax and make the most of the hotel’s facilities, including the outdoor pool, wellness area and beachfront setting, or head out to explore the charming waterways and character of the Algarve’s “Venice.”
- Breakfast & dinner included

Day Five : Cycling Tavira Ecovia
A scenic cycling route along the coastal Ecovia, following the Ria Formosa and taking in the charming village of Cacela Velha with its Moorish-influenced architecture. Continue through Cabanas, where cafés line the attractive waterfront, before finishing in Tavira—one of the Algarve’s most unspoilt towns—where there’s time to wander and soak up its relaxed charm.
- Breakfast & dinner included

Day Six: Barrier Islands Tour
This morning, we take a short walk through Olhão’s Fisherman’s Quarter, wandering its narrow, maze-like streets while discovering stories of the past among the distinctive Moroccan-style houses. We then continue to the waterfront to visit the lively Municipal Market, where stalls are filled with fresh local produce including fish, fruit, almonds and honey. From the nearby harbour, we board a boat to explore the turquoise waters, marshlands and shellfish farms of the Ria Formosa Natural Park, home to a variety of birdlife and wildlife. Along the way, we visit the local island communities before returning to Olhão by boat.
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Breakfast & dinner included

Day Seven: Stand Up Paddle Isla Canela & Hike Ayamonte to Monte Gordo
Today we head to Isla Canela for a stand-up paddleboarding experience. Calm waters and gentle conditions make this the perfect place to learn or improve, with time to explore the scenic coastline, river and surrounding marshlands. Afterwards, we spend some free time in Ayamonte, with the option to enjoy Spanish tapas, before taking the ferry back to Portugal. From Vila Real de Santo António, we set off on a relaxed hike to Monte Gordo, bringing the day to a scenic close.
- Breakfast & dinner included

Day Eight: Depart Monte Gordo
Today we enjoy our final breakfast at the hotel, before transfering to the airport for our flight home.
- Breakfast included
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Essential Information
- The day by day running of the holiday can vary depending on weather. The places we go to on the activities can also vary depending on weather.
- At the beginning of your trip, your Tour Leader will ask if you would be happy to sign a photo permission form. This means that any photographs taken during your holiday can be used by Solos to share what the Solos experience is all about. It also means you have lots of memories to go home with! Details will be given at your welcome meeting.
WhatsApp Group: Shortly before your holiday, you will be invited to join an optional WhatsApp group to connect with your fellow travellers and your Tour Leader. If you choose to join the WhatsApp group, you’re consenting to your phone number being visible to other travellers. Photos or messages may be shared within the group. Solos may use group content for marketing purposes. You can opt out at any time by emailing: [email protected].
If you would prefer not to join the WhatsApp group, you can simply meet the group on your first day instead. Please note, if you have not received an email within 24 hours of departure, we recommend you check your email junk folder. Upon the conclusion of your holiday, please be informed that we will close your specific holiday WhatsApp group. Therefore, we recommend making personal arrangements with those you wish to stay in touch with before the holiday concludes.
Photo Permissions: At the beginning of your trip, your Tour Leader will ask if you would be happy to sign a photo permission form. This means that any photographs taken during your holiday can be used by Solos to share what the Solos experience is all about. It also means you have lots of memories to go home with! Details will be given at your welcome meeting
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