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Seville & the Treasures of the Algarve with Three-night Extension

Name: Seville & the Treasures of the Algarve with Three-night Extension
Brand: Newmarket Holidays
SKU: 97971

Embrace moments of relaxation with a warm-weather winter escape to the Algarve, with the added charm of a visit to Seville, the birthplace of flamenco.

Begin your holiday with a flight to Faro, where your tour manager will greet you before you continue to your four-star hotel in Monte Gordo. Settle in with a full day at leisure to enjoy the mild climate and golden beaches. Your first excursion takes you to the dramatic Cape St. Vincent region. Explore Lagos, with its walled old town and ornate churches, discover Sagres, and admire the views from Cape St. Vincent, Europe’s most south-westerly point. After another day soaking up the sun at your hotel or exploring independently, travel to lively Seville, with its orange-scented streets and Andalusian architecture.

Enjoy a further day at leisure to embrace the Algarve’s year-round sunshine before joining an optional outing to three delightful towns. Browse the bustling fish markets of Olhão, wander through Faro’s charming old town, and complete your journey in palm-lined Tavira, a UNESCO-recognised gem celebrated for its culinary traditions and cultural heritage. Conclude your tour with three full days under your own steam in beautiful Monte Gordo, before transferring to Faro for your flight home.

Rocky landscape at Cape St. Vincent on the Algarve, with the lighthouse visible in the distance.

Marvel at the rugged landscapes of Cape St. Vincent and take in Atlantic views, with time to explore Lagos’ old town and charming Sagres

Wide view of Plaza de España in Seville, featuring its grand semicircular building, ornate tilework, and the small river with a bridge crossing it in the distance

Embrace the home of the flamenco, elegant Seville, with guided sightseeing around its most historic landmarks

Wooden walkway on the beach at Monte Gordo on the Algarve, with the sandy beach and sea to the left and a shrub area to the right

Unwind with three additional days at leisure in Monte Gordo, soaking up the Algarve sunshine at your own pace.

Coastline at sunset in Olhão on the Algarve, featuring a marina, small islands in view, and traditional buildings lit along the waterfront

Experience the Algarve at its most authentic with an optional excursion tour of Olhão, Tavira, and Faro, the region’s lively capital

Your first full day on the Algarve will be at leisure, and you can make the most of Monte Gordo’s town centre, seaside attractions, and your hotel’s amenities under your own steam.

For a more active day, Monte Gordo’s nearby woodland trails and restaurant-lined seafront offer delightful views to accompany a stroll. Monte Gordo Beach is another popular choice for warm-weather relaxation by the sea, located just 300 meters from the hotel.

Wildlife lovers will find plenty to enjoy in the nearby Castro Marim Nature Reserve, a popular spot for birdwatchers, while riverside Vila Real de Santo Antonio and palm-fringed Ayamonte are perfect for a taste of life on the Algarve.

Rise early this morning with breakfast at the hotel and head west to some of ’the Algarve’s most picturesque coastal spots.

Your first stop, Lagos, showcases life in Portugal’s rural south, and you’ll soak up its cobbled alleyways and family-run tascas (taverns) with a guided tour of its historic walled old town. Afterwards, enjoy some time to get to know the town under your own steam. While here, be sure to visit the opulent Igreja de Santo Antonio, a 16th-century church, which is home to some of the finest woodwork in Portugal and extraordinary decor.

You’ll then continue along the rocky Sagres Peninsula, home to mainland Europe’s most south-westerly point, Cape St. Vincent. On the way, stop in the harbour town of Sagres, located at the tip of the cape, and see the town’s famed fortress. This vast 15th-century landmark was once the home of Prince Henry the Navigator and a major centre of Portuguese discovery during the Age of Exploration. Elsewhere in the town, you’ll find a collection of shops to explore and the breath-taking coastal vistas of Cape St. Vincent.

Return to Monte Gordo for the evening at leisure.

Start the day with breakfast at the hotel and cross the Spanish border by coach to the great city of the Flamenco, Seville. As you explore the city, soak up the sights and smells of the abundant orange trees that line its streets and listen for the buzz of its lively tapas bars. Your first stop today will be Seville Cathedral, the world’s largest Gothic church, and its imposing bell tower, La Giralda, which stands at over 300 feet tall. While exploring this UNESCO-listed building, take in its exquisite facades and vaulted interior ceilings or pay homage to the 'tomb' of Christopher Columbus.

You’ll then head to the Plaza de Toros, Spain's oldest bullring. Stroll through the courtyards of the Moorish Alcazar to the Jewish Quarter and stop in Plaza de Espana to truly appreciate the atmosphere of this city.

Return to Monte Gordo this evening.

Once you’ve had breakfast, spend the day as you see fit or enhance your itinerary with an optional tour, showcasing an authentic side to the Algarve and taking in its most historic cities. Heading east along the coast, your first stop will be the colourful fishing port-town of Olhão. Stroll through the central quarter, past its Moorish houses, and around the seafront promenade and bustling fish market, and perhaps enjoy a coffee in one of the many pavement cafes.

The next stop on today’s itinerary will be Faro, and you’ll spend a couple of hours exploring the cobbled streets and hidden squares of its fascinating Cidade Velha (old town) under the guidance of a local expert. Round out the day’s sightseeing with an afternoon visit to Tavira, where you can admire its imposing medieval castle and the town’s ancient Roman bridge. Another highlight will be the marina and its renowned seafood restaurants, and you’ll be free to explore at leisure before heading back to Monte Gordo.

City centre of Faro, Algarve, showing cobbled streets, café tables and benches along the pavement, and Belmarco Palace at the end of the street

erial view of Cape St. Vincent on the Algarve, showing the lighthouse and courtyard on the cliff top surrounded by the sea

View of Plaza de España in Seville showing the tower, ornate tilework, and a small river with a bridge crossing it

Blue and white buildings lining the cobbled streets of Olhão on the Algarve, with pink flowers adorning an archway at the end of the street

Traditional whitewashed clock tower surrounded by trees and town buildings with tiled roofs in Tavira on the Algarve

Picturesque Castro Marim Nature Reserve in Portugal, featuring a small river flowing beside shrubland, with a whitewashed windmill and house on the hilltops in the distance

Cactus on the rugged coastline of Faro on the Algarve, with a beach cove and traditional white and yellow Portuguese houses perched above

Beach at Praia de Monte Gordo on the Algarve with sunbeds and parasols on the sand, and the sea visible in the distance

Two small boats moored in front of a bridge in Tavira on the Algarve, with trees and buildings lining the water’s edge in the background

Black-winged stilt at Castro Marim Nature Reserve, standing in shallow water with a blurred background and the bird in sharp focus

Scenic view of the coves, natural rock arches, and turquoise sea at Praia da Marinha on the Algarve, with rugged cliffs and clear water

Pink flowers climbing the wall of a white building in Olhão on the Algarve

Looking up at Seville Cathedral in Spain on a sunny day, showcasing its detailed Gothic architecture against a clear blue sky

Lighthouse on the cliffs at Cape St. Vincent on the Algarve at sunset, with a colourful sky in the distance

wo flamingos at Castro Marim Nature Reserve, standing in shallow water with a blurred background and the birds in sharp focus

10 nights’ bed and breakfast accommodation at the four-star Hotel Alba in Monte Gordo
10 breakfasts (half-board upgrade available for a supplement)
Visits to Lagos, Sagres, and Cape St. Vincent
Tour of Seville
Six full days at leisure in Monte Gordo
Return flights to Faro
Comfortable coach travel and transfers throughout 
Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, apart from the final three-night stay in Monte Gordo
All mandatory local taxes and charges

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Outdoor pool at Hotel Alba in Portugal, surrounded by hotel room balconies, with sunloungers arranged around the poolside

Hotel Alba, Monte Gordo PortugalPositioned only 300 meters from the seafront, this delightful hotel is a relaxing haven backed by some of Portugal’s most popular beaches.

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