Carvoeiro to Lagos and Sagres: Private, guided full-day tour
Private tour with a local expert
7h 45mRound tripPrivate group
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About your trip
With a tour guide, soak up the quintessential western Algarve. Lagos beckons with historic walls, vibrant marina life, and the jaw-dropping Ponta da Piedade rock formations. Further along, Sagres enthralls with its windswept cliffs, maritime history, and the iconic fortress perched at Europeās southwestern tip.
Exclusively yours: A premium experience for your group only
Insider insight: Local tips and stories you wonāt find online
Perfect balance: Expert guidance with freedom to explore
Ideal for all travelers: Families, friends, or solo adventurers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet your guide right where you prefer in Carvoeiro whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your guide is both your expert behind the wheel and knowledgeable host throughout the day. Theyāll manage the dayās itinerary, share stories and local knowledge, and make each moment along the route feel richer. At every stop, theyāre by your side.Guided experience with space to explore
Enjoy two hours delving into Lagosās old quarter and dramatic coastline, then drive about 30 minutes to Sagres for two hours exploring its fortress and sea views. Your guide, who is also a professional driver, knits it all together, creating a memorable day, bridging the Algarveās colorful past and wild Atlantic vistas.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Private professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Attraction admission details specified in the itinerary section below
- Official guided tours inside attractions in Lagos and Sagres can be purchased separately - inform us in advance for itinerary planning
From ā¬157
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotalā¬471
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Carvoeiro
You choose the pickup spot.
1
Lagos
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 3 hours - admission not included


Explore Lagos and its Ponta da Piedada, a perfect stop for seaside adventure.
Your expert local guide will structure your exploration of Lagos to make the most of your time. Start with a visit to the iconic Ponta da Piedade to view surreal sea stacks, grottoes, and arches from cliffside trails or by boat for an oceanfront experience. Then, meander the walled maze of white facades and azulejos of the Old Town, enjoying echoes of the Age of Discovery. Consider a visit to the small coastal fort, Forte Da Ponta da Bandeira. Finish the day with a local delicacy, grilled sardines, eaten on a terrace while sipping on vinho verde.
2
Sagres
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 2 h 30 min - admission not included








Back to Carvoeiro
Weāll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Know more about your day trip
Lagos offers a blend of historical charm and beach resort atmosphere, with its walled old town, maritime museum, and the stunning rock formations of Ponta da Piedade. In contrast, Sagres provides a more rugged, untamed experience with dramatic clifftop views, powerful Atlantic waves, and historical significance as the base for Prince Henry the Navigator's sailing expeditions.
On this full-day tour, you'll typically spend approximately 3 hours exploring Lagos. Tour the historic center, marina area, and coastal attractions. The journey continues with around 3 hours in Sagres, experiencing Cabo Sao Vicente lighthouse, the fortress, and surrounding landscapes. This balanced schedule allows for comprehensive exploration of both destinations.
You'll witness some of the Algarve's most spectacular coastal landscapes. In Lagos, the golden cliffs and sea arches of Ponta da Piedade create a breathtaking backdrop for boat tours or clifftop walks. At Sagres and Cabo Sao Vicente, you'll experience dramatic 75-meter high cliffs where the Atlantic meets the rugged coastline, a place once considered the "end of the known world."
Yes, both destinations offer beautiful beaches if you'd like to include a swimming stop. Lagos features several stunning beaches like Praia Dona Ana and Meia Praia, while Sagres offers Mareta Beach and Martinhal Beach. Your private driver can adjust the tour to include beach time, weather permitting. Just bring swimwear, towel, and sun protection.
Sagres holds tremendous importance in Portugal's maritime history as the headquarters of Prince Henry the Navigator's 15th-century navigation school. This location launched many of the voyages during Portugal's Age of Discovery, which mapped Africa's coastline and eventually led to finding sea routes to India and Brazil. The Sagres Fortress commemorates this pivotal period.
While all locations enjoy the Algarve's mild climate, Sagres experiences stronger Atlantic winds and can be significantly cooler than Carvoeiro and Lagos. Even on warm days, bring a light jacket for Sagres, especially at Cabo Sao Vicente where wind conditions can change rapidly. Lagos typically has similar temperatures to Carvoeiro but with occasional ocean breezes.
This tour offers exceptional photography opportunities throughout the day. Capture Lagos' historic architecture, marina views, and the golden rock formations of Ponta da Piedade. In Sagres, photograph dramatic clifftop vistas, the powerful lighthouse at Cabo Sao Vicente, and stunning Atlantic sunsets (on afternoon tours). The changing landscapes provide diverse subjects for memorable photos.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! Youāre free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning youāll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.
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