Trees are heavy with orange blossom. A gorgeous scent hangs on the air. When, eventually, you reach the attractive town of Tavira, it is easy to feel that you are in an older Portugal.
This historic Algarve gem is one of a number linked by walking, bicycle and horseback trails that snake the length of the region through Alcoutim, Castro Marim, Loulé, Silves, Monchique, Lagos and Villa do Bispo.
