Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: arrival in the Algarve and transfer to Monchique. Overnight Monchique.
Day 2: a circular ride around the foothills of Picota to the village of Alferce, there are stunning views down to the coast and over the foothills, 25km. Overnight Monchique (all on surfaced roads with a few gentle climbs).
Day 3: your route takes you westwards to the small coastal town of Odeceixe. Before you arrive you have to drop 400m and cycle along the beautiful Ribeira de Seixe valley where time really has stood still. This is the longest cycling day but well worth it, 40km. Overnight Odeceixe (some short climbs at the beginning and one near Odeceixe – a mixture of surfaced roads and good tracks).
Day 4: a circular ride down to the beach and then through the countryside to Rogil where you can visit the tiny nature reserve of Esteveira perched on the cliff tops, 24km. Overnight Odeceixe ( one real climb, mostly surfaced roads).
Day 5: this morning we transfer you to Carrapateira (48km south) where you make a circular tour of the beautiful Pontal headland before setting off to the fishing village of Salema through unspoilt countryside (one real climb, most of the day on good tracks). Overnight Salema.
Day 6: today you have a circular ride to Sagres and Cape St Vincent considered by the Romans to be the "end of the world". On your return you pass by Monte des Amantes and have time to explore the beautiful unspoilt beaches of Ingrina and Zavial, 36km. Overnight Salema ( a few gentle climbs, a mixture of surfaced roads and tracks).
Day 7: For your final day we suggest you take time off from the saddle and use the bus to visit the historical town of Lagos, if you prefer to ride we offer a circular route to the National Forest and the Bravura lake, 32km. Overnight Salema (several short climbs all on surfaced roads).
Day 8: transfer back to your departure point.
Member discount:
10% discount for InfoHub customer. Request a free gift certificate.
Notes:
Airfare is included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- 7 nights in small 3 -4 stars hotel (or equivalent) in a twin / double room with breakfast
- Transfer to and from Faro airport or arrival point in the Algarve
- Luggage transfers
- Bike rental, a Trek 7.3 FX hybrid or equivalent with helmet, bike lock and handlebar bag
- Back up support
- Dinner on the night of arrival plus a picnic for Day 3 as there are very few bars and cafes on the route
- All accommodation is booked in a twin / double room with en-suite facilities and breakfast
Price Excludes:
- Flights
- Holiday insurance
- 6 lunches
- 6 dinners
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