Cork Secrets
Overview
Available languages
7 hours
Mobile ticket
From the meeting point we head to the bubbling Loulé Market!
Smell the smells and discover the local products (bread, cakes, jams, honey, nuts, liqueurs, fish and more). Next, we'll visit the cork capital of the Algarve: São Brás de Alportel, where it all began: the extraction and processing of cork that provided work for many families and its export generated wealth for the area.
The first Portuguese bank was born here in the Casa Museu do Traje, and from here there will be time for lunch (not included in the tour). We'll then visit the cork factory.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult;
We reserve the right to reschedule the tour or suggest a different experience available that day if the minimum number required is not available.
If the vehicle have an unexpected breakdown durin the tour, we will not refund the money, we will give the customer the opportunity to take the selected tour on another day.
This tour is not off road, therefore, the vehicle used to take this tour will be a Mercedes with air conditioning for greater customer comfort.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Loule
The day starts with a visit to the village of Loulé where guests will visit the local charismatic market located near the historical center.. One of the most famous ones in Algarve.
Sao Bras de Alportel
In here we take a guided visit to this important cork factory (very essential to the local economy) Duration: 90 minutes.:
What‘s Included
Pickup and drop-off;
All Fees and Taxes
Live commentary on board;
Entrance at the museum and at the cork factory;
Food and drinks
Lunch
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Cork Secrets
Pickup included
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ever question where the cork stopper in your wine bottle comes from?
SueG and JohnB,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informative! They took the explanation of your wine bottle cork from the beginning tree bark to finished product. I'd never though about it before!
Cork farm
Laura S,,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guides were wonderful. Carla and Paulo. They were very welcoming and accommodating. The cork farm experience was so very unique and educational. I am grateful for the mini side trips to the market etc.
Wonderful tour
Maria W,,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Carla was wonderful guide taking us t Loulé’ and telling us about Portuguese history culture and food. Seeing the local artisans for many crafts not just cork
Carla our tour guide was...
HELEN L,,Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Carla our tour guide was very well versed in English. She provided us with a commentary during to, at, and after at each site. She is very knowledgeable about her tours and was always answering our question. She always translated I to English if a guide was struggling. We would highly recommend Carla as your guide.
This was a fun excursion!...
Eric C,,Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a fun excursion! Carla Silva was out tour guide, and she was knowledgeable and showed us around the town, museum and cork factory. It was neat learning about all the uses of cork and the long time you have to wait for harvesting cork. I even got to try trimming cork! Definitely recommend this excursion with Carla!
Cork Secrets
Debbie M,,Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an interesting trip to learn so much about cork! Carla was exceptional and had great knowledge of cork and Albufeira! Both activities local guides were excellent also! It was a fantastic day. Take this tour with Carla for a great day learning about cork!
Informative and fun!
Gwenda P,,Feb 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A wonderful day with a friendly, patient and knowledgeable guide with an excellent sense of humour as a bonus! We were shown around the Loule market and surrounding area, a small colonial museum and the highlight for us, the cork factory- excellent hands-on review of the cork industry. Carla showed her passion for Portugal in her answers to all our questions! A fun time, and great to learn more as it was our first time in Portugal / Algarve. Truly a comfortable and worthwhile tour! Thanks Carla and JeepSafari Tours!
Cork and so much more!
deeplines,,Nov 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic time that far exceeded our expectations. Carla was an amazing host and a true ambassador for all things Portugal! We would highly recommend this particular tour.
Interesting and insightful!
E5172DQpatriciag,,Oct 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The perfect tour to see and understand the charm, beauty and uniqueness of Portugal. It is a relaxing and very informative and you will gain insight into the Portuguese way of life. Our tour guide Carla shared many insights into Portugals past, present and future and we are leaving Portugal with a better appreciation for the people and this beautiful, diverse country. This tour is a must!
Luís and the tour of the Cork factory
normacsaszar,,Oct 8, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great day . Informative personable Luís took us to Loule market, Portuguese sweets and coffee then off to the Cork factory tour. Very well presented , we will never see a cork in the same light. Great lunch at a local restaurant and a tour of the costume museum. Wonderful day! Good value! The newly retired!
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