Gravel Cycling in Algarve, Portugal

6 Days, Multiple Departures

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Gravel Cycling in Algarve, Portugal
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Best Seller

Algarve is a hidden gem of cycling in Europe. With over 300 days of sun a year it is a great place to escape the winter and enjoy some great cycling and golf at one of the best golf resorts in Portugal.

A gravel bike is one of the best ways to discover this beautiful region. Discover wild coastlines, pristine beaches & a people who love to welcome vistors to their home.

The tour showcases the best riding in the western Algarve. Join us for the ride!

Terrain - Gravel

Level - Advanced

Average Distance X Day - 60 KM

Average Time X Day - 2 hours 30 minutes

Tour Highlights:

Discover western Algarve

Fortaleza de Sao Vicente

Praia do Zabal

Ride along the Atlantic Coast: Cordoama beach & Castelejo beach

Visit Lisbon before or after the tour

Is this tour for me?

Rated 3 out of 4 our Advanced tours are designed for people who ride regularly and want back to back challenging days on the bike. Riders should be confident riding in a small group, comfortable on extended climbs (at your own pace) and have good bike handling skills on corners and descents. E-bikes are available on all of our tours.

About

Full Cycling Support

4* and 5* hotels

Full board - breakfast, lunch and evening meals

Transfers

Airfare

Meetup at Faro Airport.

"The whole team was great. Nothing was too much trouble, our itinerary was spot on and was tweaked on the fly according to our wishes and how the group was traveling. Can't recommend them enough, with a special shout out to Peter who was with us for the entire time and really made the trip something special."

- Mark, Australia

"Awesome service, we rented 2 Kona’s to ride the Vies Verde to Olot, the staff in the the rental shop was top notch. I’ve been a competitive cyclist for 30 years and I’ve seen a lot, these guys are number 1 in my book! Already looking forward to a longer stay in Girona."

- Brian, Canada

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About The Host
Raimon

Raimon

Raimon is a Catalan who made a new life for himself and his family on the Algarve. Raimon is a professional dog trainer and has a deep understanding of both animals & humans, something that makes him an excellent guide! Raimon can mostly be found exploring new gravel roads close to his home.

Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Algarve!

Start the adventure in Lisbon, where we'll meet the group and transfer south to our first hotel, the fabulous Pousada Sagres located on the dramatic coastline of the western Algarve. After lunch, we'll get set up on the bikes and head out for a warm-up ride to the southern point of Europe: Fortaleza de Sao Vicente. Our guides will make sure you're comfortable on the bike & navigating ahead of the next days of cycling.

EAT
Welcome lunch & evening meal

SLEEP
Pousada Sagres

CYCLE
Warm Up Ride, 33 km, 200 m

Day 2 Sagres Loop - Praia Do Zabal

Today's loop takes you on the coast to the beautiful Praia do Zabal. Stop for lunch along the waterfront and enjoy the ride back to your hotel.

EAT
Breakfast, Lunch & Evening Meal

SLEEP
Pousada Sagres

CYCLE
Sagres loop, 50 km, 370 m

Day 3 Sagres to Aljezur

Ride point to point along the coast and cliffs and soak up beautiful ocean views. See Cordoama beach and Castelejo beach.

EAT
Breakfast, Lunch & Evening Meal

SLEEP
Praia do Canal

CYCLE
Sagres to Aljezur, 60 km, 1042 m

Day 4 Aljezur Loop

Ride a stunning loop today, through forested areas, cross rivers, and head deep into the wilderness. This is a ride with challenging climbs and great descents.

EAT
Breakfast, Lunch & Evening Meal

SLEEP
Praia do Canal

CYCLE
Aljezur Loop, 78 km, 1260 m

Day 5 Aljezur to Villanova De Milfontes

Head to Vilanova de Milfontes on our final point-to-point ride. See the Portuguese countryside, pass through small local towns, and enjoy rolling hills. After lunch at the end of the ride, we'll transfer the group to Lisbon to enjoy our last evening together.

EAT
Breakfast, Lunch & Evening Meal

SLEEP
Aurea Museum Lisbon

CYCLE
Aljezur to Vilanova de Milfontes, 79 km, 732 m

Day 6 Departures

Sadly, it's time to say goodbye! The tour finishes in Lisbon centre, plan your onward travel from here.

EAT

Breakfast

SLEEP

Checkout

Things to keep in mind

Cancellation Policy for Scheduled Tours
Book your cycling tour with confidence. Our cancellation policy offers flexibility, with 100% of your booking being fully refundable and transferable up until 90 days before departure. Please refer to the refund and tour credit timeline below, and don't hesitate to reach out with any questions.

Refund & Cancellation Timeline
Any credit on your account is valid for 24 months from the date of issue.

Days to DepartureCancellation FeeFuture Tour Credit
More than 90 days
No Fee
100% of deposit
61 – 90 Days
50% of Tour Price
75% of Tour Price
31 – 60 days
75% of Tour Price
50% of Tour Price
0 – 30 days
100% of Tour Price
No Tour Credit

Custom & Private tours have different conditions – please check the Custom & Private Tour Cancellation Policy below.

Once a guest books a scheduled tour, it is guaranteed to run. However, if the minimum group size of 4 guests is not met, we reserve the right to reduce the level of support, providing only one guide for the trip. The guide will either drive a support vehicle while guests ride self-guided or lead the group on the bike if no support vehicle is necessary.

Group size and any changes to support will be communicated 1 month before departure, and a call will be scheduled to discuss details with each guest. Our priority is to ensure the best experience for every rider.

Cancellation Policy for Self-Guided, Custom & Private Tours
Once booked, custom or private tours incur a cancellation fee, but we still offer flexibility. You can move the reservation for the entire group or receive 100% credit toward future travel up until 90 days before departure. Please see the tour credit and cancellation fee timeline below. Any credit issued is valid for 24 months from the date of issue.

Days to Departure
Cancellation Fee
Future Tour Credit
More Than 90 days
30% Tour Price
100% of deposit
61 – 90 Days
100% of Tour Price
75% of Tour Price
31 – 60 Days
100% of Tour Price
25% of Tour Price
0 – 30 days
100% of Tour Price
No Tour Credit

Scheduled tours have different conditions – please refer to the Scheduled Cancellation Policy above.

Custom and private tours are quoted based on a minimum group size. If this minimum is not met, we reserve the right to update the quoted price per head. If the revised price is not acceptable, we will offer tour credits as per the timeline above or, before 61 days to departure, the option to move the trip to alternate dates.

Cancellation Policy for Bike Hire & Girona Services
Book with confidence. Any credit on your account does not have an expiry date. No refunds or credits are available once the rental has started. If we need to cancel a rental, a 100% refund will be provided.

Days to Departure
Cancellation Fee
Future Tour Credit
More than 31 days
No Fee
100% of price
14 – 30 days
10% of price
100% of price
72 hours – 14 days
25% of price
100% of price
72 hours or less
100% of price
0% of price

No refunds or partial refunds are available after a rental has started.

Girona Services include, but are not limited to, guide hire, airport transfers, food experiences, day trips, and vehicle support. If any of these services are purchased as part of a tour package, the Custom & Private Tour Cancellation Policy applies (see above).

To book a scheduled, self-guided, custom, or private cycling tour, a 30% deposit is required at the time of booking. The remaining balance is due 3 months prior to the trip.

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