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Cultural Food Tour with Algarve Nature Tours in Olhão - Faro

Cultural Food Tour with Algarve Nature Tours in Olhão

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

3 hours

Fitness Level

Moderate walking ability needed, mostly flat terrain

Overview

Discover the flavorful stories of Olhão with Algarve Nature Tours’ 3-hour culinary journey, blending history, culture, and local bites. Perfect for curious travelers!

Olhão, Faro

Legends & Typical Snacks from Olhão

3 hours | Hiking | 2.3 km - Easy

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About This Adventure

Embark on a captivating 3-hour tour of Olhão, where history and myth intertwine. Explore charming alleys and iconic “tascas” while savoring six delicious food tastings and three refreshing drinks. Discover the unique architecture and rich culture of this picturesque fishermen town, making for an unforgettable culinary adventure.

By doing this tour with us you will be guided by the history and mythic stories of Olhão


Rates:

Adult (11+): € 88 Children (6-10): € 45 < 6 years old: free (Infants must be accompanied by at least one adult)

What is included: Guided visit on the city center plus 6 food tasting and 3 drinks (glass of wine from the region, beer, juice or water).


Duration

3 hours


About

Olhão is located in the heart of Ria Formosa Reserve. A fishermen town facing an intricate landscape of lagoons, canals, salt pans and sand banks that are separated from the Atlantic by several barrier islands.

Known as a fishermen town, with its houses with roof terraces and minarets it is a patchwork of white cubes and original chimneys which earned the epithet of the “cubist” city.

By doing this tour with us you will be guided by the history and mythic stories of Olhão. We will walk through the alleys and the labyrinth of lanes and little streets discovering interesting corners. And to have an outstanding experience we will discover the small and typical food houses to taste the best food specialties of the city and wine from the region.

The tour takes you around the city center, the alleys and labyrunth of lanes while you will learn about the history and the legends of the city. Also this tour will take you to the most iconic “tascas” (small typical restaurants) from the city to taste their specialty dishes. You will have included 3 drinks and 8 small typical snacks.

Time: 10h30 (please arrive 10 minutes earlier to the meeting point. We all want to have a great experience starting on time)

When: Wednesday & Thursday

Language: English (Portuguese, French & German on request )

Duration: approximately 3 hours

Distance: 2,3 km / 1,6 miles (easy)

Group size: 6 pax min, 12 pax max

Adventure Tips

Bring comfortable shoes

Strolling through cobbled alleys works best with supportive footwear.

Come hungry

Enjoy plenty of tastings and flavorful bites throughout the tour.

Stay hydrated

Bring water to stay refreshed during the walking tour.

Engage with the guides

Ask questions and learn the stories behind each snack and stop.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Fishermen working at dawn
  • Seagulls and other coastal birds

History

Olhão’s fishing roots date back centuries, shaping its unique architecture and lively markets.

Conservation

Efforts to preserve Olhão’s historic buildings and promote sustainable fishing practices help maintain its cultural heritage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Necessary for walking on cobbled streets and uneven surfaces.

Sun protection

Essential

Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen recommended in sunny weather.

summer specific

Reusable water bottle

Essential

Stay hydrated during the tour.

Light jacket or sweater

Bring layers for variable weather or shade.

spring, fall specific