Arrive in Faro for and our local partner will pick you up and transfer (45 mins) you to your hotel in the beautiful town of Tavira
Enjoy a pleasant evening stroll and take the time to explore the architectural heritage which harbors Roman, Arab and Christian influences.
All the rooms at this centrally located hotel are colorfully decorated, have balconies, and offer free WiFi. Take a refreshing dip in the pool and eat a delicious buffet breakfast on the outdoor terrace.
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Overnight Tavira
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Accommodations
A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.
Situated in the centre of the historic Algarve town of Tavira, Vila Galé Tavira has Arab-inspired décor and offers spacious rooms and comfortable suites.
On this first day, you will ride east to discover the unknown baroque Algarve and then ride onward to admire the beautiful Ria Formosa in all its splendor. Considered as one of the “Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal”, Ria Formosa is a protected natural park since 1987. It can be described as a large lagoon on the Algarve coastline, that extends from Faro to a few kilometers west of Vila Real de Santo Antonio.
It is famous for its islands, glorious beaches, and rich wildlife. On the way, you will cross small villages and ride along the old roads and rural paths that will take will take you on a journey of colors and typicalAlgarvian smells. First, you will cycle among orange, almond, and carob trees, and then, with the sea on the horizon, and the Ria at your side you will immerse yourself in an immensity of landscapes embraced by the breeze of the sea.
Ascent/descent - 125m/150m
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Overnight Tavira
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Accommodations
A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.
Situated in the centre of the historic Algarve town of Tavira, Vila Galé Tavira has Arab-inspired décor and offers spacious rooms and comfortable suites.
After a great and filling breakfast, start today's journey in Tavira and ride along the incredible Ria Formosa, one of the most beautiful natural parks in the country. As mentioned before, this is an absolute paradise for birdwatchers and part of the Natura 2000 Network. During this day, the views will be the highlight of the tour and provide for some epic sights.
When you get close to the town of Olhão, you will head inland and ride past small villages and once more cross vast areas of orange trees. Take a deep breath, pick up ripe fruit and sit down between the orange and greenfields. The day will finish at a lovely rural hotel in Vale das Gralhas, where you will be staying for the night.
Ascent/Descent - 275m/195m
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Overnight Vale das Gralhas
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Accommodations
A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.
Located in the most beautiful natural scenery that the Algarve has to offer, Quinta dos Poetas brings together the best that can be expected of a rural Portuguese hotel: A warm and familiar environment, tranquility, comfort, proximity to the beach and excellent gastronomy.
On this day, you will head north and roll through the small up's and down's of the hills, close to the Algarve mountain range. It will be a challenging day that will be well worth the effort as there will be incredible breathtaking sceneries to observe.
Along the way, visit the town of São Brás de Alportel, which was once the biggest cork-producing centre in Portugal. A great selection of roads and trails will take you through amazing green Algarvean fields, rich with Mediterranean flora and fauna where you can invigorate your mind and soul with the pure, natural air. Finally, arrive at the typical village of Querença where you will spend the night in a quiet and peaceful hotel.
Ascent/Descent - 515m/365m
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Overnight Querença
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Accommodations
A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.
The Monte dos Avós is a typical country house, with a strong connection to the roots and traditions of the region. This county house is typically Algarvian and is full of history. The original building was built in the 1950’s. You will find comfortable rooms, with ensuite facilities and also the opportunity to relax in the gardens of by the swimming pool.
Another challenging day presents itself, where the hills will once again be there, but only to make it all the more rewarding in the end.
Start your ride in Querença and ride along the ancient and narrow roads which are surrounded by a landscape dominated by carob and fig trees. While on the way, visit the lovely hillside village of Alte, which is famous for its white-painted houses and fresh water springs. The presence of water all year round adds a certain unique charm to the village. Close to the end of today's ride, you can stop by the Barragem do Funcho. This is a lovely dam which is connected to the Arade River.
Ascent/Descent - 580m/680m
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Accommodations
A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.
Vale Fuzeiros is a delightful Nature Guest House, carefully designed for Nature Lovers, located between the village of S. Bartolomeu de Messines and the medieval town of Silves. The house is inside a beautiful small farm, with stunning landscape views and an almost unique variety of the most unique native species of trees, flowers and aromatic herbs.
Leave Vale Fuzeiros on asphalt through winding roads surrounded by nature, which will eventually bring you to the stunning dam of Arade.
From here, you will follow the Arade River until you arrive at the historic Moorish town of Silves. Your ride will continue along the Odelouca River, where we recommend that you enjoy the rural areas and typical villages like Odiáxere that you will find along the way. Eventually, you will arrive at the sea at an incredibly long beach by the bay filled with golden sand called "Meia Praia" and then in the city of Lagos, one of the oldest towns in the Algarve. Save some time to walk around downtown and dine out.
Ascent/Descent - 250m/375m
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Overnight Lagos
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Accommodations
A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.
Located in the very centre of Lagos, near the marina and the old town, this modern, yet traditional property is sure to relax you and is the perfect spot to begin your adventure.
This is quite a challenging day of cycling as there are a few hills to negotiate as the terrain changes. Approaching the rugged cliff-lined coast around Sagres and Cape St Vincent you will follow amazing trails along the coastline to Ponta da Piedade where you'll find fantastic scenes of cliffs, caves and rocks, with an amazing mixture of colours; white, ochre, brown and red!
The route continues west and passes through quaint little coastal villages. Once you arrive in Sagres, you have the option of checking into your hotel and then cycling six extra kilometres to the edge of Europe, Cape St Vincent. This is the south western most point of continental Europe and a fitting farewell to this wonderful cycling adventure!
Ascent/Descent - 580m/565m
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Overnight Sagres
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Accommodations
A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.
Overlooking Baleeira Bay and its 5 islands this hotel is in an exquisite location and you will experience a high standard of service here as well as warm, stylish and elegant rooms.
The tour finishes after breakfast. A transfer will take to Faro Airport for your onward journey.
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