7-Day Vilamoura Yacht Charter Itinerary: Algarve Coast Discovery
7 planned days, starting at Vilamoura Marina and finishing at Return to Vilamoura. Stops include Vilamoura Marina, Albufeira & Praia da Oura, Portimão & Praia da Rocha, Ferragudo & Carvoeiro, Armação de Pêra & Praia da Marinha and further stops detailed below. Confirm the daily passages and shore plans with your captain before booking.
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Plan this charter
- First planned stop
- Vilamoura Marina
- Final planned stop
- Return to Vilamoura
Shore plans to discuss with your crew
- Day 1Vilamoura Marina promenade
- Day 1Roman Ruins of Cerro da Vila
- Day 1Praia da Falésia (western end)
- Day 1Casino Vilamoura
- Day 2Albufeira Old Town
- Day 2Praia dos Pescadores
Confirm joining and departure ports, yacht availability and the daily passage plan before paying a deposit. The captain decides anchorages and any route changes for weather, sea conditions and local restrictions. Shore venues, marine-park permissions and activity bookings require separate confirmation.
Map connections are schematic, not a navigable passage plan. Distances, safe approaches and passage times must be checked by the captain.
Ask for an itemised quotation covering the charter fee, taxes, APA or package expenses, berth charges and any delivery or redelivery costs.
- DAY 01
Vilamoura Marina
Your Vilamoura yacht charter begins in one of Europe's largest and most prestigious marinas. Settle into your luxury yacht, enjoy a welcome drink, and perhaps take a stroll along the vibrant promenade.
- Vilamoura Marina promenade
- Roman Ruins of Cerro da Vila
- Praia da Falésia (western end)
- Casino Vilamoura
- Anchorage
- Vilamoura Marina
- Dining
- Akashic
- DAY 02
Albufeira & Praia da Oura
Cruise west to the lively town of Albufeira, renowned for its picturesque old town and stunning beaches. Anchor off Praia da Oura for a refreshing swim before exploring the town's charm.
- Albufeira Old Town
- Praia dos Pescadores
- Praia da Oura beach
- Boat trip to Benagil Caves (optional)
- Anchorage
- Praia da Oura anchorage
- Dining
- A Ruina
- DAY 03
Portimão & Praia da Rocha
Continue along the coast to Portimão, a bustling port city. Spend the afternoon enjoying the expansive sands of Praia da Rocha, backed by dramatic ochre cliffs.
- Praia da Rocha beach
- Santa Catarina Fort
- Portimão Museum
- Ribeirinha promenade
- Anchorage
- Portimão Marina
- Dining
- Restaurante Atlântida
- DAY 04
Ferragudo & Carvoeiro
Discover the charming fishing village of Ferragudo, with its whitewashed houses and narrow streets. Later, explore the picturesque cliff-top village of Carvoeiro and its iconic rock formations.
- Ferragudo village
- Praia Grande (Ferragudo)
- Carvoeiro boardwalk
- Algar Seco rock formations
- Anchorage
- Ferragudo Bay
- Dining
- O Barril
- DAY 05
Armação de Pêra & Praia da Marinha
Anchor off the golden sands of Armação de Pêra, a traditional fishing town. Later, cruise to the iconic Praia da Marinha, celebrated for its stunning cliffs and clear waters.
- Armação de Pêra beach
- Fisherman's Chapel (Capela dos Pescadores)
- Praia da Marinha
- Benagil Cave tour (from nearby)
- Anchorage
- Praia da Marinha anchorage
- Dining
- Marisqueira A Tasquinha
- DAY 06
Olhão & Ria Formosa Natural Park
Head east into the serene waters of the Ria Formosa Natural Park. Explore Olhão, a working fishing port with a bustling market, and enjoy the unique ecosystem of the lagoon.
- Olhão market
- Ria Formosa boat trip
- Ilha da Culatra
- Traditional seafood lunch
- Anchorage
- Near Ilha da Culatra
- Dining
- Restaurante Prazeres
- DAY 07
Return to Vilamoura
Enjoy a final morning swim or breakfast on deck as you cruise back to Vilamoura. Disembark with memories of the stunning Algarve coastline and the relaxed pace of your yacht charter.
- Last swim in the Atlantic
- Breakfast on deck
- Duty-free shopping in Vilamoura
- Farewell dinner
- Anchorage
- Vilamoura Marina
- Dining
- Willie's Restaurant
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