Sotavento Mountain Holidays

Expedia has your back for every detail of your upcoming Sotavento trip. You'll always land the best deals, but when you bundle your airfares, accommodation and/or car hire into a holiday package, you can save even more. Looking to truly make the most of your adventure? Add some fun tours and activities to your customised package. We offer flexible cancellation policies on most bookings, so you won't need to stress if your plans change. Visit our Customer Service Portal link to find out more.

If you enjoy the atmosphere of peak season, head to Sotavento in March, May and July. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, September, November and December are better times to visit. With daytime average temperatures of 12ºC, January is the coolest period in Sotavento. The warmest time of year is July, when you can experience average temperatures of 24ºC throughout the day. Whatever the weather conditions, you'll find plenty to keep you occupied here.

When it comes to properties in Loulé, AP Eva Senses and Luna Olympus are among the favourites. If you're visiting Olhao, Tivoli Marina Vilamoura and Anantara Vilamoura Algarve Resort will make you feel at home.

Combine your hotels and flights, add on extras such as a hire car or activities, and save with a Sotavento holiday. You won't just land impressive discounts on your getaway — you'll have a world of choice within your reach too. When you book with Expedia, you can select from more than 400 air carriers and 321,000 hotels around the globe. Your dream holiday starts right here, right now! Learn more about how you can save money on your holiday when you combine your hotel and flight bookings with Expedia.

Plan your holiday in Sotavento around well-known attractions like Vilamoura Marina and Tavira Castle. Many tourists also highly recommend Cape St. Vincent Lighthouse and Verde Beach.

You can't beat Loulé. Well-known attractions, like Vilamoura Marina and Loule Castle, will keep you entertained in this exciting city.

Check the latest rules on official government websites. Your nationality and whether you're travelling for leisure, business or study will determine if you'll need a visa for Sotavento. Make yourself familiar with the application process, including any required documentation, fees and turnaround times. Start your application well in advance to allow plenty of time for processing. Some visas can take weeks or even months to go through, depending on the country.

Do some research into the types of clothing people in Sotavento wear, and consider browsing fashion pages on social media for inspiration. Try to create a versatile travel wardrobe full of pieces that suit your destination and showcase your personal style. The weather will dictate your choice of clothing, so monitor the forecasts for the places you'll be visiting. Sotavento is at its warmest in July, with a daily temperature average of 24ºC. January is the coolest time of year here with the mercury hovering around 12ºC during the daytime.

Flights, hire cars and hotels — you'll discover them all here. With Expedia, you can shape your Sotavento travel package however you want. All you have to do is decide just what you need. Once you've made your booking, why not add extras like activities and tours? The more you bundle, the greater the savings! Expedia offers a variety of properties in Sotavento, providing you with the flexibility to customise your escape. Apartments and villas are two of the most in-demand stays for our guests here.

Expedia has joined forces with online lender Klarna to make your next break easier on your budget. Paying by instalment means you can spread the costs of your next big adventure, leaving you with more cash to play with while you're away. Klarna has several payment plans to choose from, so you're sure to find one that works with your budget. Consider these flexible payment options:

• Pay monthly holidays: Klarna offers manageable monthly payment plans that suit all types of budgets, so you can escape on that well-deserved holiday sooner.
• No-deposit holidays: If no upfront fee for your getaway makes pressing that "book now" button more stress-free, choose a no-deposit holiday plan from Klarna so that you can Book Now, Pay Later!

Yes, so take your pick! Expedia has access to more than 400 partner airlines across the globe, so you can design your Sotavento trip according to your style and budget.