Algarve Private Tour: Sagres and Benagil from Lisbon

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9 to 10 hours (approx.)

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Overview

Explore the Algarve coast on a full-day private tour from Lisbon.

Head to the southern tip of Portugal, Sagres, to visit the São Vicente lighthouse and the Fortress of Sagres.

Start the journey along the coast to Lagos, the city where Prince D. Henrique built the school in Sagres and brought astronomers, mathematicians, philosophers and other scientists to the region.

See the Fortress of Sagres, a 16th-century bastion-like structure and residence of Prince Henry. Throughout the day, stop free to take in the stunning scenery of Portugal's Algarve region.

Then there are two options for taking a boat trip along the coast and visiting the caves:

- Option 1: Leaving Lagos, boat trip through Ponta da Piedade;

- Option 2: Leaving Portimão, boat trip to Algar de Benagil;

Customize the itinerary according to your interests and desires!

What's Included

Bottled water
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Driver/escort

Food and drinks
Lunch
Gratuities
Cave boat trip

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Meeting and Pickup

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Pick-up and Drop-off at your address in the city of Lisbon, if you are outside the cityof Lisbon you will have added costs of the transfer or else you will find a meetingpoint in Lisbon-

What To Expect

25 de Abril Bridge (Pass By)

Ponte 25 de Abril, crossing the Tagus River, providing the exit and the entrance to Lisbon, inaugurated in 1966, being the project of the same company that built the Golden Gate bridge in S. Francisco in the United States, so they are so similar.As a curiosity, the Lisbon bridge is longer, you can not walk on the bridge and on the lower board the bridge has the train line;

Fortaleza de Sagres

The city of navigators!Sagres or the Promontorium Sacrum. This location evokes the memory of the Infante D. Henrique and the Portuguese discoveries.The southwesternmost point in the European continent, was already referred to in antiquity as the Promontorium Sacrum, encompassing the area from the Ponta da Piedade to the Cape of São Vicente and from the cape to the beach of Arrifana. A buttressed fortress was built in the 15th century by the Infante D. Henrique, who died here in 1460. The presence of this fortress endowed Sagres with a unique role in the history of Portugal, integrating it within the imaginary universe of the Portuguese discoveries and conferring international recognition to the site.In addition to the spectacular panorama over the sea and the Cape of São Vicente it is still possible to recognize constructions such as the cistern tower, a windbreak wall, the former dwellings and a barracks and the old parish church of Nossa Senhora da Graça.One of the main attractions for visitors is the huge compass-rose marked on the ground, measuring 43 metres in diameter. Due to its strategic position on the Portuguese coast, the site has a long history, including the attack by the corsair, Francis Drake in 1587, when the Kingdom of Portugal was under the dominion of King Filipe III of Spain.During the 1990s, the site was subject to an architectural intervention, by the Oporto-based architect, João Carreira, resulting in the creation of a Temporary Exhibitions area, Multimedia Centre, shops and cafetaria.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Cape Saint Vincent

Cape S. Vicente and its lighthouseThe fortress is part of the defensive system built for the protection of the Algarve coastline. This particular site was used by Prince Henry the Navigator as a place of retreat.Cabo de São Vicente is a cape located in the extreme southwest of mainland Portugal, in the parish of Sagres, municipality of Vila do Bispo. It is 4 km west and 3 km north of Ponta de Sagres, the ancient Roman "Promontorium Sacrum", dedicated to the god Saturn, and home to an ancient visitable fortress.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Praia de Benagil

With fishing boats practically hiding its small area of sand, Benagil Beach is located on one of the prettiest stretches of Algarve coastline, with its truncated cliffs and spurs forming grottoes and caverns.With its calm sea, this area is ideal for boat trips taking you out to deserted beaches, unreachable by land, where the peace is such it becomes hard to assimilate.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Algar de Benagil

The Benagil algar is one of the most famous ocean caves in the world. It attracts millions of tourists every year, and is the main attraction in the Algarve, Portugal. From boating to kayaking to Benagil, you'll find the best option! The algar de Benagil is one of the biggest natural attractions of southern Portugal, Algarve region. This region is known to be a paradise summer land. Filled with amazing beaches, top quality golf courses and the best restaurants, the Algarve is the best European vacation destination.Having been cited on numerous international newspapers such as the Huffington Post, which considered this attraction one of the 5 most beautiful places in the world, Benagil's caves are very popular. Benagil's algar is in a small, traditional fishing village called Benagil , next to the beach of Benagil. Located in the municipality of Lagos and right in the center of the Algarve.When it comes to the reach of Benagil Cave, there are many different options, tailored to each person's preferences. You can take a boat, a kayak, a stand up paddle (SUP) or even swim alone! However, swimming can be tricky if you do not have good fitness. In summer peak is also not recommended due to all the boat traffic at the entrance of the caves.Boat trips to the Benagil algar are one of the most comfortable ways to get there. You can choose from full day barbecue tours or 2 hour tours.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available

Children must be accompanied by an adult
Dress code is smart casual
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Algarve Private Tour: Sagres and Benagil from Lisbon?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST). Read more Apr 2025