The Perfect Private Tour of The Algarve and Benagil Caves - My husband and I did a full day private guided trip to The Algarve from Lisbon with Rui Catalao. Rui picked us up from our hotel in downtown Lisbon in his well-appointed van and from there whisked us off to the Algarve. We found Rui to be extremely knowledgeable of all aspects of Portuguese lifestyles, cities, and regions. He's very laid back and let us choose our own adventure! We stopped on the way to The Algarve to a favorite beef stand where was had the most amazing beef sandwiches! He then took us to the cliffs of the Algarve where we took in the most scenic and iconic views of the region. Rui encouraged us to explore a little on our own, which we really enjoyed. When we were done, he then drove us to meet the boat tour of the Benagil Caves. With some encouragement, he joined us on the boat, and it was very clear that Rui was a favorite and well-known guide among the tour operators. We felt like VIPs having Rui with us. After a stunning boat tour of the caves, Rui encouraged us to spend as much time as we wanted exploring. We decided to stay a few hours laying around the pool at a local beach club, which was exactly what we needed! Rui was extremely accommodating and a pleasure to travel with. The 2.5-hour drive from Lisbon is well worth it! We spent some of the car ride catching up on some needed sleep! We highly recommend this trip and most assuredly, we highly recommend you request Rui as your personal guide!

Wonderful experience in the Algarve - Our guide did a wonderful job making sure we hit all the top spots. Was patient and made sure we saw the best of the Algarve

Traveller - The guide had extensive knowledge of the locality and what it had to offer. The scenery was different and distincive and well worth going to see. Yes the day is long but the caves and boat trip are a must.

Exciting and adventure trip - Algarve private tour is an exciting and adventure trip! Highly recommended to anyone to explore. Our tour guide, Rui, is very friendly, helpful and patient in every aspects; we’re very happy to have him with us during the whole trip.

Overall best experience,... - Overall best experience, Rui our tour guide was awesome, very polite, informative and friendly, had best day in Portugal with Rui and Algarve trip 😊

Simply wonderful! - Rui was such a kind, professional, and attentive tour guide! He was a pleasure to be with, from the moment of his prompt pickup until we were dropped off at our hotel. Rui took us around all of the Algarve region, giving us plenty of time to explore and take pictures! He even went out of his way to be our very own photographer at times!

Algarve Magic - We had an amazing day with Rui in Algarve! I highly recommend this trip, and be sure you go with Rui. He’s the very best! We will happily use him when we come back to Portugal for other excursions.

Professional, safe, and kid friendly - Riu was courteous, professional, and informative as a personal guide. He took the stress of navigating a foreign country out of our hands.

Coast of Portugal with best guide - Our guide Rau was spectacular. He explained everything that we saw. He was always there to guide us even on our costal hikes. He seemed to genuinely care for us. We felt as if we were with a friend rather than simply being a client.

Excellent - The boat ride The guide Rui was very attentive and informative I would highly recommend him again great time