Private jeep safari with historical highlights of Silves town
Explore More in This Location
About This Experience in Albufeira
Why Visit Albufeira?
Albufeira, Portugal offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Albufeira provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Albufeira
You can reach Albufeira, Portugal by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Soda/Pop
What's Not Included
- Castle of Silves - €2.80
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Photo Gallery
Customer Reviews
Individual reviews are not available through the API. View all 33 reviews on Viator
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Our tour takesWe meet right behind the restaurant "O Alambique". There is a gravel parking area for 3 vehicles. If desired, a pick-up or another meeting point can be requested separately.
End Point
The Arade Dam (Portuguese Barragem do Arade)We meet right behind the restaurant "O Alambique". There is a gravel parking area for 3 vehicles. If desired, a pick-up or another meeting point can be requested separately.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Our tour takes you past some of the highlights of the city of Silves 5 minutes
Our tour takes you past some of the highlights of the city of Silves. Here you can see, for example, the "Ponte Romana", the old bridge of the city, the Moorish Castello, to the former mosque of the current cathedral of the city. You will learn a lot of interesting facts and historical facts about the former capital of the Algarve and its historical importance. Depending on the weather situation, our tour leads south/west along the Rio Arade towards Portimao or north towards Monchique. On both routes you will enjoy unique impressions that will fascinate you with the flora of the Algarve with its many different trees and plants. Our routes lead over narrow mountain passes to incredible places where great photo perspectives await you. But don't worry. The adrenaline rush doesn't stop there. Many of our customers say this tour is the "most romantic roller coaster" ride they have ever experienced.
The Castle of Silves Fotopunkt (A motif straight... 5 minutes
The Castle of Silves Fotopunkt (A motif straight out of a fairy tale) Built on a hilltop in the region's reddish sandstone, the castle, in an irregular rectangular plan, consists of a crenellated ring of walls with several half-height towers, but only one gate, in front of which is a bronze statue of King Sancho I.
The earthquake of 1755 destroyed the city so... 5 minutes
The earthquake of 1755 destroyed the city so badly that 14 residents were killed in the cathedral. The reconstruction of the almost completely abandoned city, whose ruined buildings were used as quarries, took more than a century
Ponte Velha, Roman bridge south of the town,... 5 minutes
Ponte Velha, Roman bridge south of the town, a dreamy place that invites you to linger
At the eastern end of the town is the Cross of Portugal, an approx 5 minutes
At the eastern end of the town is the Cross of Portugal, an approx. 3 m high cross made of light-colored limestone with late Gothic and Manueline motifs. Christ is depicted on one side of the cross, and a pieta on the other. It is believed to have been created in the 15th century, but its exact provenance is unknown.
The Arade Dam (Portuguese Barragem do Arade) is... 5 minutes
The Arade Dam (Portuguese Barragem do Arade) is located in the Faro district of the Algarve region of Portugal. It dams the river Arade to a reservoir (port. Albufeira da Barragem do Arade). The town of Silves is located about eight kilometers southwest of the Arade dam. Upstream is the Funcho dam. The Arade Dam was built from 1944 to 1956 during the reign of António de Oliveira Salazar.[1][2] It is used for irrigation and, to a lesser extent, for electricity generation. The dam is owned by the Associação de Regantes e Beneficiários de Silves, Lagoa e Portimão.[3]
Explore More
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How do I book this tour?
Click the "Book Now" button on this page to complete your reservation through Viator's secure booking platform. You'll receive instant confirmation via email.
Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
