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On this day tour we go to the mountains! Monchique is right up there. With evergreen vegetation, it allows us to have fantastic views. The first stop is at Caldas de Monchique, a 16th century SPA Resort. Let’s explore the ancient gardens that look like they came out of a fairy tale and drink the famous alkaline water!
The small town of Monchique is quite warm and we can walk in its small streets.
After that we go to Fóia, the highest point in the Algarve and one of the largest in Portugal. With 902 meters of height, we were able to have a 360º view of breathtaking.
Come with South Explorers to discover this paradise on earth!
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 06 years
What To Expect
South Explorers
We will pick you up at your accomodation or hotel.
Caldas de Monchique
Here we will visit the small spa where we find a secret garden of the sixteenth century. In this verdant garden we will prove the water that comes directly from the mountain, the purest and known for its medicinal properties.
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What‘s Included
Professional guide
Bottled water
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
24 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Monchique Tour with Filipe
Lorraine B,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We highly recommend any tours with Filipe! He was very knowledgeable, professional and kind! The Monchique tour had some walking and driving. Our favourite part was seeing the Storks and their babies! Also drinking the spring water and filling up our water bottles. Thank you Filipe for an awesome tour experience! Lorraine
Amazing!
MaryAnne G,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Filipe was an excellent guide! He had so much knowledge to share. We saw beautiful and interesting parts of the Algarve I wouldn’t have seen without this tour. It was easy to see Filipe enjoys his job. I’ve already recommended this tour!
Great experience
Nina C,Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Rui was very kind and knowledgeable and the mountains were beautiful. We saw ans learnt a lot. Thank you.
Rui was a gem of a tour...
Meryl M,Jun 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Rui was a gem of a tour guide. We saw many interesting things and learned aot about the region. A real hidden gem.
A highlight of our Portugal trip
leftagoodjob,Jan 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Because it wasn't busy, we had Antonio as our private guide, which was amazing. He is so knowledgeable and engaging; he seems to instinctively know what your interests are. He was incredibly patient as I spent way too much time in a lovely shop in Monchique that had all hand-made items; what a gem that I never would have found on my own. The views from the mountain were amazing. Best for us was the walk around Caldas de Monchique, a tranquil oasis. You could not do better than a tour with Antonio. Everything was perfect.
Go Monchique
Andrew H,Sep 13, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The relaxing drive into the Monchique countryside with our lovely driver Magdelana. The views from the top were gorgeous as was the liquor.
Cute little trip out
Georgina G,Sep 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00Good tour of areas you wouldnt see. Good company to book through as they were professional . The tour didn’t have a huge highlight. . We visited studio bonagart in monchique which I highly recommend
Great landscape around Monchique
Kissi1900,Jun 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a very nice guide who showed us the beautiful landscape and great views. A lot of things were explained, but unfortunately the tour was not offered with a German-speaking guide, so we couldn't understand everything.
Montique half day tour from Lagos
eevelly3,May 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fantastic half day tour. Our guide Antonio was very knowledgeable and answered our many questions and gave excellent advice. The itinerary was perfect with great views of the Algarve from it's highest point. The stops at the spa town a d Montique were special. We would highly recommend this tour and this company.
Montique Half Day Tour
eevelly3,May 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day trip with our wonderful Guide Antonio from Southern Explorers. A special visit to a spa town and to Montique. The views from the highest point on the Algarve was spectacular. You could see from Faro to Cape St. Vincente.
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