What are some itinerary ideas for 15 days starting from Faro?

Hi! I’m looking for ideas, tips, and great deals for a 15-day road trip around Portugal starting and ending in Faro. Thanks in advance for your suggestions!

Hi there

Around Faro, there’s a gorgeous region (touristy, sure...) called... the Algarve. I can’t believe you’re not already aware of it since you’ve got a flight ticket to Faro!

I’d recommend looking into this region a bit and coming back with more specific questions 😉

hi there, I find myself in this situation because my wife surprised me by booking the flight to Portugal, but that’s all she did—so now I’ve got to figure out the places to visit and accommodations for the trip. It’s a great surprise, but I’m really caught off guard... thanks

Hi Patrick,

One idea would be to book two accommodations—one week near Olhão and another near Lagos.

From Olhão, you can explore the east: Olhão itself, Tavira, and the small coastal villages before and after with beach stops, as well as the islands of Faro/Olhão, Faro’s historic center, Loulé, and if you like azulejos, the São Lourenço church in Almancil.

On the day you transfer between the two accommodations, you could stop in Albufeira and at Praia da Falésia. Or take the inland route: Alte, Salir.

From Lagos, explore the west: Lagos itself, the east coast with Alvor, Ferragudo, Carvoeiro, Praia da Marinha, Benagil, and Nossa Senhora da Rocha. The west coast with Praia da Luz, Burgau, and Salema. Inland, Monchique and Silves. The west coast road from Sagres to Odeceixe has beautiful viewpoints in Sagres, the cliffs of Vila do Bispo, near Carrapateira, and near Aljezur.

I’ve probably forgotten some things—I hope others will add to this. You can already see what appeals to you in my list. I don’t necessarily love everything, but I don’t know your tastes. It also depends on when you’re coming, as some places get crowded depending on the season.

Happy planning!

Nicole

Hi Nicole, and thanks for your reply! I’ll try to plan a route based on the tips you gave me. Thanks so much!