Lagos to Sagres and Alvor: Private day trip

Explore picture-perfect Sagres, offering coastal postcard views of sheer cliffs and natural beaches.

Explore the most iconic sights of Sagres. Tour Fortaleza de Sagres, a 15th-century fortress boasting panoramic cliff trails and insight into the area’s maritime history. Spend time on the local beaches: Praia do Tonel for wilder natural surroundings favored by surfers, or Praia da Mareta for a quick dip in calmer waters. Then, enjoy a cliff walk toward Beliche for memorable photos among the wildflowers. Finally, visit Cabo de Sao Vicente, the south-westernmost point of Europe, where you can see the famous red lighthouse, and feel at the end of the world atop dramatic cliffs. Be sure to try Percebes (goose barnacles).

Golden beaches, lazy estuary walks, and a peaceful old town make Alvor an easy delight.

Framed by dunes, cliffs, and quiet cobbled streets, Alvor is a charming coastal escape. Begin on the Alvor Boardwalk, a peaceful path through estuary wetlands, ideal for birdwatching and sunset walks. Head to Praia de Alvor for low-tide beachcombing or venture to Praia dos Tres Irmaos for hidden coves. In the old town, wander Rua Marques de Pombal, lined with tiled houses and flower pots. Cap it off with grilled octopus, clams a Bulhao Pato, or sweet almond pastries at a harbor-view cafe.