Road Cycling Across the Algarve

Arrive into Faro airport and we will take you to the historic town of Tavira – your base for the first two nights. Tavira is no ordinary coastal town. With its cobbled streets, Roman bridges, and Moorish influences, it’s the kind of place that instantly gets under your skin. If you’re arriving early, you’ll have time to get your bike and gear all set up after lunch. Then it's your call – head out for a gentle adaptation ride through the Barrocal and along the shimmering coastline, or take a slower pace and soak up the charm of Tavira on foot. Either way, your Portuguese cycling journey starts with a bang.

Today’s ride is a stunning undulating ride through the valleys until you arrive at the historical city of Tavira. Take some time to relax by the Gilão river and the famous Roman bridge that crosses it. Your ride will then take you inland to enjoy the panoramic view over the Ria Formosa national park. You will ride through the medieval village of Castro Marim, which has it's forr that was used to protect the border between Portugal and Spain, perfectly preserved.

You'll end your ride today on the beach in Monte Gordo.

Today your ride will take you north alongside the Guadiana River. The roads are almost empty as you climb to Azinhal. Your ride will take you between the Beliche and Odeleite dams before the toughest climb of the day where parts pitch up at 20%!. At the summit, you'll see a huge section of the Guadiana river and how it separates Portugal and Spain. Your ride finishes in Alcoutim, a former smuggling port between Portugal and Spain.

Today you will be able to ride the quiet and peaceful roads of the Algarve interior. Your ride will take you over hills and down valleys as you make your way across the countryside to Alte. Once you've checked in, explore the Fonte Grande, a natural water pool in the area.

You'll leave Alte and head towards Foia passing Silves, the first capital of the Algarve. Once you're past Silves, the roads begin to pitch up as you ascend to the Monchique mountain and Fóia, the highest peak of the Algarve. Once you summit, you'll be rewarded with stunning views over the western Algarve. Your day will end at the Caldas de Monchique, a thermal site on the slopes of Serra de Monchique. Enjoy the spa and relax.

The ride continues through the Serra de Monchique before you arrive at the village of Aljezur, famous for growing sweet potatoes. You'll roll down the Vicentin coast and the natural reserve before you arrive at Cape Saint Vincent, the most southwestern point of Europe. Check out the lighthouse and and the fort before stopping in Sagres, an ancient fishing village.

Enjoy breakfast before checking out taking our transfer back to the airport.