Quad | 6h00
Full Day Quad Tour
On this 6-hour Quad Tour in Algarve, participants will get to know the inside of the Algarve through the wisdom of our professional guides while driving a powerful 300cc quad.
This tour has several stops, one of which is Paderne Castle. This is represented on the Portuguese flag and the village to which it belongs is one of the oldest typical villages in the Algarve.
Participants will also visit a farm, where lunch will be held, Quinta do Freixo. On this farm, participants will have the opportunity to learn about some Algarve customs and traditions and taste some typical Algarve products such as fig brandy and jams. On the way back, they will also stop at the wondeful Alte Natural Springs.
If you are a person looking for fun and a bit of culture in the mix, this is the exact place!
Ready to venture into the Algarve countryside?
Points of interest
Alte Village
Alte is one of the most typical villages in the Algarve, this beautiful region of southern Portugal. Its white houses, inscribed in the Mediterranean green of nature, stand out against the intense blue of the southern sky.
Paderne Village
Paderne is one of the oldest villages in the municipality of Albufeira, maintaining rural characteristics and traces of an inland village with its castle.
Paderne Castle
Paderne Castle is an old fortification located in the parish of Paderne, in the municipality of Albufeira, in the Algarve. It was built in the late 12th century by the Berbers, in an area about 7.5 kilometers (4.7 mi) inland. The building is located just 8.2 km (5.1 miles) from the tourist town of Albufeira. It is believed to be one of the original castles that occupy the shield of the Portuguese national flag.
Alte Natural Springs
Alte Natural Springs is one of the most pleasant places in the region, with its crystal clear waters of the Alte stream, surrounded by a wooded area of great beauty and peace of mind.
Orange Groves
Sun-ripened in a region with 300 days of sunshine per year, oranges from Algarve are incredibly sweet and juicy.
Legends, Stories and Traditions
During the tour, there will be stops to share local legends, stories about the Algarve and also some traditions that remain alive from our ancestors.
Cork Oak Forest
The Cork Oak Forests are called “Montado de Sobro”. This is one of the richest ecosystems in the world and Portugal has the largest area in the world (concentrates 34% of the world's area, in a total of 736 thousand hectares which correspond to 23% of the national forest).
Sheep
The "Campaniça" sheep, typical of the region, is characterized by small animals but very well adapted to the rough conditions of the Algarve's Inland. Its wool is recognized to be water-repellent, used to make blankets and fisherman's clothing.
Fig Brandy Tasting
Fig firewater is, along with the "Medronho" firewater, the most typical distilled beverages in the Algarve. Let's try?
Jams Tasting | Quinta do Freixo
Produced without dyes or preservatives and with fruits and vegetables from our own production, our jams are recognized for their quality and exquisite taste. They are sold at Quinta do Freixo, Quinta do Mel and in several gourmet stores in Portugal and other countries. Some leading hotel chains have also opted for our jams to serve their guests.
Quinta do Freixo
With an area of around 800Ha, Quinta do Freixo is located in the heart of the Algarve and is dedicated to activities ranging from Agriculture and Livestock to Transformation and Tourism in Rural Areas. The entire area is certified in organic production.
Streams
Crossing streams during the tour (depending on weather conditions, they may or may not have water).
Rocha da Pena
Rocha da Pena is a prominent rocky outcrop of the Algarve’s Barrocal. Its particular orography gives rise to an impressive diversity of fauna and flora in a relatively small area.
Panoramic views of the Algarve
Throughout the tour, there will be many stunning landscapes and panoramic views of the surrounding nature of the Algarve interior.
You should know
Deposit
Deposit of €100 deposit in cash or credit card.
Pick-Up & Drop-Off Available
Pick-up and drop-off service available between Armação de Pêra and Vilamoura. Price per person depending on the area.
Requirements
- Valid full car driving license B category (provisional or learner licenses not allowed)
- Passport or ID card is also mandatory
- Children under 7 years old and under 1.20m tall are not allowed. ID required at check-in
- Minimum 2 vehicles to carry out the activity
We Recommend
Good outdoors shoes. Comfortable clothes suitable for the weather conditions. Adventurous spirit.
Tour Details
What's included
- Water
- Lunch at Quinta do Freixo
- Helmets
- Equipment
- Tour Leader
- Goggles
- Quad
- Basic Insurance
Requirements
- Valid full driving licence and over 18 years of age.
- Refundable deposit of 100€, in cash or by credit card.
- Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the activity starts.
