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Algarve Golf Vacations

The Algarve is the coastal region of southern Portugal, best known for its dramatic Atlantic coastline and year-round climate. The Algarve golf courses offer exceptional playing conditions alongside postcard views of beaches, cliffs, coves, and crystal-clear water.

If you’re planning an Algarve golf vacation, the variety and proximity of courses here are unrivaled. Quinta do Lago, Vale do Lobo, and Monte Rei are among the best golf courses in the region, while the Portuguese Masters tournament is played at the Vilamoura course.

With more than 25 golf courses to explore in the region, our Algarve golf tour is the perfect way to play some of the best courses in Portugal. Starting at Vilamoura, all golfers can enjoy the ideal base for Algarve golf trips, with luxury hotels and great nightlife dotted along the yacht-filled marina.

When you’re done golfing during your trip, the Algarve is filled with culture and endless opportunities to try Portuguese cuisine. Or take a trip along the unmissable Seven Hanging Valleys hike trail before visiting the Algarve’s pristine beaches. Whatever your golf vacation in the Algarve looks like, our tour is a great place to start.

Fairway at Quinta Do Lago, Portugal

Recommended Algarve Golf Packages

Key Features

Located just 2 hours South of the capital Lisbon, The Algarve is Portugal’s sun-drenched, year-round golf destination, home to 27 golf courses across a 100-mile coastline.

Our tour is based at the luxurious Domes Lake Algarve resort, located in the affluent marina of Vilamoura, with bars, restaurants, and beaches to enjoy off the course. The resort includes a private seawater lake, gourmet restaurants, three pools, and a Soma Spa.

Sample Itinerary

Day 1

  • Drive/Transfer from either Faro or Lisbon Airport, check-in & explore the area before enjoying a low-key dinner at the hotel on us.

Day 2

  • Drive/Transfer to Golf at Dom Pedro Old Course near the resort, after which enjoy a lazy afternoon by the pool before dining at Casa do Lago restaurant.

Day 3

  • Drive/Transfer to Golf at Quinta do Lago North Course, after which pay a visit to the award-winning beach and enjoy a late lunch or early dinner at Gigi’s beach restaurant

Day 4

  • A day off golf, why not hire bicycles and explore the Ria Formosa, arriving at Faro Island for lunch before heading back to Quinta for a well-earned rest, or a visit to The Paul McGinley golf Academy for those who can’t put their clubs down.

Day 5

  • Morning at leisure before a transfer/drive to Monte Rei Golf Club, a Nicklaus design and arguably the best course in the Algarve. Stay for dinner, and eat in their Michelin-starred Vistas Rui Silvestre restaurant before heading back home.

Day 6

  • Transfer/drive to golf at Quinta do Lago South, before having dinner at the incomparable Marufo’s Peri-Peri chicken shack… its messy work but it sure tastes good!

Day 7

  • A day to either take in an additional round of golf, or maybe explore the area before picking up some traditional Portuguese terracotta, and enjoying your final meal at Bovino’s steakhouse.

Day 8

  • Breakfast at hotel, transfer/drive to Airport

Tour Summary

7 nights’ accommodation based on twin/double share, including daily breakfast

4 rounds of golf, including cart

Welcome dinner

Self-Drive Automatic Rental Car or Transfers or Chauffeur Driven Van

On Site assistance of a Premier Golf Representative

All taxes and fees included

Quinta Do Lago, Algarve, Portugal

Pricing

Based on 7 nights at the 5-star Domes Lake resort.

From $4,050 per Golfer double room sharing

From $5,340 per Golfer single room

Travel in mid-season (Spring & Fall)

Quinta Do Lago Golf Resort, the Algarve, Portugal

Our Tip

If you’re coming all this way you should definitely combine a trip to both the Algarve and Lisbon areas of Portugal, and when traveling between the two make a detour to visit the brand new Maclay Kidd design (he of Bandon Dunes fame) at Comporta.

Originally planned to host the Ryder Cup in 2023, it’s destined to be ranked as the finest course on mainland Europe.

This Tour does not include Flights or Dinners (reservations can be arranged by our concierge team)

Why Book a Golf Package in the Algarve

The Algarve is often called a golfer’s paradise, and this is not just a slick way to market the location, because the golden beaches, rugged cliffs, and tranquil countryside sell most visitors immediately. This southernmost region of Portugal is blessed with year-round sunshine, incredible hospitality, and over 30 championship courses. The region has something to offer everyone, whether that’s a full-blown Algarve golf holiday or a casual weekend getaway.

Scenic Highlights and Outdoor Appeal

The Algarve captures the hearts of thousands of visitors every year due to the local outdoor lifestyle and its stunning natural beauty. The region receives around 300 days of sunlight every year, making for a perfect location for year-round vacations of all kinds. This warm, stable climate offers the perfect conditions for golf.

The shoreline features golden beaches, crystal clear waters, and awe-inspiring coastal cliffs, whereas the inland areas offer cork forest, rolling sleepy hills, and gorgeous white washed villages. 

Golfers looking for some standout experiences and to enjoy the local hospitality and scenery can be quite spoilt for choice. Montei Rei, for example, is tucked away in the eastern Algarve and is set against the backdrop of the Serra do Caldeirão mountains for an ultimate peaceful and luxurious getaway.

Towards the Ria Formosa Natural Park, Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo offer world-renowned courses as well as unforgettable views of wetlands full of birdlife and rare plants not seen anywhere else. If you want the authentic Portuguese seaside experience, Valmorra is situated near stylish marinas and miles of scenic coastline.

Dom Pedro Victoria Hotel

Top Things to Do Near the Algarve’s Best Golf Courses

While it’s undeniable that the Algarve golf courses are a big draw, there is also a rich variety of attractions beyond the greens. The region contains a ton of historic sites like Silves, which showcases an imposing Moorish castle, or Loulé, known for its exciting market and traditional crafts.

The old town of Faro in the region’s capital winds along cobbled streets and is dotted with Gothic castles and the bone chapel of Igreja do Carmo.

The Algarve is crisscrossed with hikes and cycle paths leading to anywhere you could want to visit, and can be day-long trips or short jaunts to visit landmarks. The Algarve’s coastline is one of the region’s biggest draws and is packed with almost picture-postcard beaches, from hidden coves like Praia da Marinha to wide, sandy stretches ideal for sunbathing or water sports.

Algarve cuisine is at something of a high point, blending its rustic culinary heritage with fresh Atlantic seafood. While limited to certain times of the year, you might catch one of the region’s colourful festivals, such as the FIESA Sand Sculpture Festival or a local sardine festival.

Domes Lake Algarve

Best accommodation for golf in the Algarve

Domes Lake Resort is an exceptionally well-equipped, 5-star rated property on the edge of Vilamoura Marina. Ideally located to access the Algarve’s best golf, guests can enjoy a short stroll to the marina to sample the bars, restaurants, and critique the selection of luxury yachts moored. Domes offers its own private lagoon, beautiful pools, and a selection of seven exceptional bars and restaurants.

“The Algarve offers a range of experiences from beautiful beaches to quaint fishing villages. During your stay, head to Alvor, a small fishing town 45 minutes west of Faro. Early in the evening, fresh catches of the day are presented to diners as they stroll past the harbor-front restaurants. Select your seafood of choice and watch as the chefs prepare your feast on an open-air charcoal grill – it doesn’t get any fresher than this.”
Tips from our expert, Ines Pereira

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Algarve FAQs

There are currently over 30 golf courses in the Algarve region of Portugal, which includes the top-ranked (27th in the world) Monte Rei, the exceptional courses of the Quinta do Lago resort, and the beautiful Vale de Lobo courses.

The Algarve is a great year-round golfing destination with a mild climate and warm weather, but we recommend spring and fall, as peak summer can get very hot.

You can book a golf tour across the Algarve with Premier Golf, and the team will be happy to offer you any advice and suggestions to fully enjoy your time in the beautiful Algarve of Portugal.

Caddies are not included on golf courses in the Algarve but it is possible to use a golf cart.