Small-group experiences with local guides, beautiful places and a day that feels more like an adventure with friends.
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Local, licensed and independent · Turismo de Portugal RNAAT 928/2022
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Our tours
Every tour is small-group, local-guided, and built around the Algarve most visitors never see.
Best sellerFrom Faro · Full day
Benagil from above, Marinha, Carvoeiro and Algar Seco... the coast everyone talks about.
★★★★★ 4.9 · 2,373+ reviews
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Back soonFrom Faro · Full day
A hidden waterfall, a proper Portuguese town and an island beach... the Algarve before tourism.
★★★★★ 4.9 · 2,373+ reviews
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NewFrom Faro · Full day
Wild coast, dramatic cliffs and raw Algarve energy... for those who want to go further.
★★★★★ 4.9 · 2,373+ reviews
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PrivatePrivate · on request
Tell us what you'd like to see and we'll plan a private day around you.
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Real moments from real tours... not stock photos.
Why this is different
Feel it. Live it. Remember it.
Max 8 travellers. It feels like spending the day with friends, not strangers on a tour.
The whole group became friends by the end of the tour!
Friendly guides who make travellers feel welcome, included and part of the day.
More like spending the day with a passionate friend.
Beautiful places, local knowledge and spots you might never find on your own.
Beautiful spots we wouldn't have visited on our own.
Viewpoints, walks, local stories and little moments of freedom… without turning the day into a race.
We never felt rushed.
Perfect for
That was my first solo trip, and it was absolutely amazing!
By far the best tour we've ever experienced.
I usually hate tours because of the rush and the big groups, but this felt like going out with friends. Absolutely worth every penny!
Fabulous tour. Exceeded our expectations, especially for the kids, who initially didn't want to go. The 8 hours went by so quickly.
Incredible experience. Fantastic scenery.
Wonderful trip ever! The two travel guides are very professional!
The tour was very good and interesting. The guide spoke Portuguese and Spanish so everything was very fluid.On our Algarve Coast Tour
We had a wonderful day with Diana. We learned so much about Portugal and Faro and chatted with her all day.
This was the highlight of my 3-day trip to Faro! The tour was well organised, punctual, and showcased stunning scenery, especially the breathtaking Benagil Caves.On our Algarve Coast Tour
This tour was awesome, definitely a highlight of our trip to Faro!!
I spent almost 9 hours with Diana wandering the stunning landscape outside of Faro. Bubbly personality, cordial, communicative, energetic, helpful and simply fun.On our Algarve Coast Tour
Beautiful experience, Geraldine is very professional, friendly and full of life and joy.On our Algarve Coast Tour
This is an amazing trip! Our guide João was fun and knowledge. Some of the best things were: Small group meant the van wasn’t crowded and we could get to know our guide/each other more easily; Good A/C in the van - essential between hot stops; Lots of free time for lunch and the beach; Good pace on all of our walks and photo stops; João knew where the local cats were at the beach 🙂 Don’t skip the cliff jumping, it’s worth it. Very very happy with this day trip!On our Algarve Coast Tour
What we liked the most was our guide. Geraldine was so lovely and friendly, that the whole group became friends by the end of the tour! She took us to some amazing places and due to her the atmosphere was great. Thank you Geraldine! Highly recommend!
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Meet your guides
Not actors, not scripts... the same small team, every single tour. Between us, we speak English, Portuguese, French and Spanish.
About Simão
Choose Your Route started with Simão and a simple idea... show travellers more of the Algarve than the usual tourist version. He still loves doing exactly that, sharing the places he knows, helping with photos, giving local recommendations and making sure everyone feels part of the day.
Such a fantastic day trip. Simão made us feel comfortable straight away. He took great photos throughout the day and made sure nobody felt left out.
GetYourGuide traveller · GetYourGuide · April 2025
About João
João brings the Algarve to life through local knowledge, stories, nature and plenty of good energy. Travellers often mention how attentive and easy to talk to he is... and how he gives people enough time to properly enjoy each place rather than rushing from stop to stop.
Such a great tour! Our guide, João, was friendly, knowledgeable, and very helpful throughout.
Adithya K · Tripadvisor · August 2026
About Geraldine
Geraldine brings warmth, humour and energy to the day. She has a natural way of making people feel comfortable, while giving travellers time to walk, explore, take photos and enjoy the Algarve without feeling rushed.
We had a great day. Geraldine was an exceptional guide who made the day a very entertaining and happy one!
Robert Webster · Tripadvisor · September 2026
About Diana
Diana has a knack for making a full day feel personal. Expect interesting stories, local knowledge, good energy and plenty of time for photos. Travellers also mention how naturally she brings everyone into the group and how much care she puts into making the experience memorable.
Our guide Diana was incredible, very funny and knowledgeable (also took lots of good pictures!)
Sonja P · Tripadvisor · July 2026
Your guide depends on the day. All our guides speak English and Portuguese, and some also speak Spanish or French.
Book direct with us
You'll pay the same price either way... but booking with us directly changes a few things.
Talk to the people behind your day
Questions before you book? Our local team replies within 24h on weekdays. Send us a message
One local team, start to finish
From your first message to the end of your day, you're looked after by the same small team.
Book straight with a local business
Small, licensed (RNAAT 928/2022) and independent since 2019. When you book here, your booking comes straight to us.
Planning more than one Algarve day?
Tell us your plans and we'll help you pick the right days. Ask us about private tours and gift vouchers too.
From the blog
Insider tips from guides who explore this coast every week.
GuidesAccess rules, the best time to go, and how to see it without the crowds.
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BeachesWhere to park, the best viewpoints, and when to go for golden light.
Read the guide
City guidesA short list of what's actually worth your time in the city.
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Not here? Try all our FAQs or ask CYR.
It depends on what you want to discover. The Algarve Coast Tour is all about dramatic cliffs, sea views, Benagil, Marinha, Carvoeiro and Algar Seco. The Estoi & Tavira Experience takes you into the eastern Algarve, with local culture, charming towns, nature and Praia do Barril. The Sagres & Lagos Tour is for travellers drawn to the wild, rugged Atlantic coast.
The minimum age for all Choose Your Route experiences is 12 years old.
We keep things small so the experience stays personal. The Algarve Coast Tour and Estoi & Tavira Experience have 2 to 8 travellers. The Sagres & Lagos Tour has 3 to 8 travellers.
Our Faro-based experiences meet outside Faro Customs House (Alfândega de Faro), next to the steps by the car park, directly opposite Eva Senses Hotel.
Your guide will always prioritise safety and the quality of the experience. If weather or conditions affect the route, the itinerary may be adapted where possible.
Yes. Date changes can be requested up to 24 hours before the tour, subject to availability.
Yes. You can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the tour.
Within 24 hours, refunds are normally not available, although exceptional situations can be reviewed individually.
Yes, your guide will often capture moments and photo spots throughout the day. Photos are shared with the group through the Choose Your Route WhatsApp group.
Still have a question? See all FAQs or ask CYR.
See more of the Algarve
Add another side of the Algarve to your trip... from the famous golden coast to the wild Atlantic around Sagres and the quieter charm of the east.
The famous coast one day, the wild west the next.
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Golden cliffs one day, the Algarve before tourism the next.
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About Choose Your Route
Since 2019, we've been showing travellers the Algarve in a different way: small groups, local guides and days that feel like time with friends.
12,919+ travellers have joined us so far.
But it's not just about the places. It's about the people you meet and the moments you don't expect.
A little adventure. A lot of heart.
Small groups of max 8 travellers, local guides who feel like friends, and a day you'll remember.
Since 2019, we've been showing travellers the real Algarve... small groups, local guides, real moments.
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