Algarve, Portugal
Private Algarve Tours from Lisbon
The Algarve is Portugal's southern coast, known for its limestone cliffs and the Benagil sea cave, which is usually visited by boat. It is about three hours by road from Lisbon. Duca runs private day tours and transfers there, with the boat trip into the cave on the tours that feature it.
- From Lisbon
- About 3 hours by road to Benagil
- Benagil sea cave
- Boat trip included on the tours that feature it
- Options
- Day tours, a coastal transfer, or a cliff walk plus boat
- Format
- A private vehicle and your own English-speaking driver-guide
Choose your Algarve tour
Algarve Private Tour from Lisbon with Benagil Caves Boat Trip
A private day tour from Lisbon to the Algarve with an experienced driver-guide and a boat trip into the Benagil sea cave.
See this tour →Lisbon to Algarve, with Stops Along the Coast
A private transfer from Lisbon to the Algarve with stops along the wild Alentejo coast. Private vehicle, English-speaking driver-guide, flexible drop-off.
See this tour →All-Inclusive Private Tour with Benagil Boat Trip
An all-inclusive private day tour from Lisbon to the Algarve: Benagil boat cruise, Portuguese lunch and wine tasting included, with no walking required.
See this tour →Rota Vicentina: Hiking & Benagil Sea Cave Tour
A private day tour combining the Rota Vicentina cliff walk with a boat trip to the Benagil Sea Cave. Door to door pickup, private driver-guide.
See this tour →Comporta to Algarve, with Benagil Boat Trip
A private day tour from Comporta, Tróia or Melides down to the Algarve, with a boat trip inside the Benagil sea caves.
See this tour →Lisbon to Seville Private Transfer: Algarve Coast
Private transfer from Lisbon to Seville via the scenic Algarve coast, with stops at the Seven Hanging Valleys and Algar Seco. Rates from EUR 900.
See this tour →Algarve to Lisbon Private Transfer with Stops
Private transfer from the Algarve to Lisbon with an English-speaking driver-guide. Free pickup anywhere in the Algarve, plus stops on the Alentejo coast.
See this tour →From Lisbon: Private 2-Day Algarve Grand Tour
Private 2-day tour from Lisbon to the Algarve: Benagil sea cave, Seven Hanging Valleys, Cacela Velha, Vila Real de Santo António. English-speaking driver-guide.
See this tour →Milfontes to Algarve Private Tour: Benagil Caves
Private day tour from Milfontes to the Algarve, with a boat trip to the Benagil sea caves included. Private vehicle and driver-guide with Duca.
See this tour →Seville to Lisbon Private Transfer: Algarve Coast
Private one-way transfer from Seville to Lisbon with a scenic stop at the Algarve's Seven Hanging Valleys. Dedicated driver-guide, air-conditioned vehicle, from Duca.
See this tour →Who you will travel with
Duca is a small private tours company, founded in 2004 and rooted in the Alentejo, with an office in Sintra. Every tour has its own vehicle and a driver-guide, and the day is built around your pace. Rui Catalão, our certified guide-interpreter, runs the company.
Duca is rated 5.0 out of 5 on TripAdvisor, from more than 240 reviews across our private tours in Portugal. About Duca
Frequently asked questions
What is the Benagil Sea Cave?
It is a sea cave carved into the Algarve's limestone cliffs, open to the sky through a dome shaped opening, and reachable only by boat or by a short swim. It has become one of the most photographed natural sights in Portugal.
How do I choose between the Algarve tours?
From Lisbon, the all-inclusive day tour suits a single destination day, and the coastal transfer suits a route with stops. If you are already on the Alentejo coast, in Comporta or along the Rota Vicentina, the tours that start there save you the drive back to Lisbon first.
Is the Benagil boat trip included?
Yes, the boat trip to the Benagil sea caves is included in all of our Algarve tours that feature it, along with water, your driver-guide and insurance.
How much time should I plan for the Algarve?
A full day from Lisbon is enough to see Benagil and enjoy some time on the coast before heading back. If you are staying in the Algarve or the Alentejo already, a half day tour covers the boat trip comfortably.
Can an Algarve tour be combined with hiking?
Yes. The Rota Vicentina tour pairs a stretch of the famous coastal trail with the Benagil boat trip in the same day, for guests who want the cliffs on foot as well as from the water.
