The 8 days / 7 nights Itinerary of your Cycling Holiday has it’s beginning at the historical village of Sagres and ending at the called “Enlightenment City” – Vila Real de Stº António. Cycling to the East side of the Algarve till Lagos you will come across marvelous scenery of Vicentine Coast Natural Park and will be surprised with opportunities to experiment several things to do in Algarve like eat delicacies, see historical sights and mingle with the locals. Following trail in your Backroad Bike Trips will highlight the sweet surroundings of the mountains as well as the coastal diversity that characterizes each region. A highlight is the climb to the highest point in the Algarve (902m high) enjoying a magnificent natural environment though the quieter roads by the mountains.
Portugal – Road Cycling in the Algarve (2026)
8 Days 7 NightsOverview
Itinerary
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01Arrival in Faro
Private arrival transfer (optional) from Faro airport to the hotel in Sagres. Covered by the "Parque Natural do Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina" (Algarve Southwest natural park and the Vicentina coast), the Saint Vicent Cape is the furthest western point of Europe.
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02From Sagres to Lagos (59-104 km)
Cycling through the quieter roads you will cycle, involved in the hills of the magnificent Vicentine Coast Natural Park, great natural wonder. Long Version Distance: 103.85 km Ascent: 967 m Medium Version: Distance 59.60 km Ascent 579m
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03From Lagos to Portimão (66-95 km)
Starting the day visiting the historical city of Lagos, which was remarkable for the Portuguese Discoveries; follow the track to the impressive hills of Monchique. Long Version Distance: 94.86 km Ascent: 1.436 m Medium Version: Distance 66.3 km Ascent: 889m
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04From Portimão to Albufeira (66-115 km)
The quiet roads will guide you through small villages and traditional cafes where you can taste delicacies of the region. Long Version Distance: 114.60 km Ascent: 1.463 m Descent Medium Version Distance: 65.99 km Ascent 444m
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05From Albufeira to Faro (71-119 km)
With a route characterized by quiet trails, scroll up this path with a magnificent natural surroundings and typical country side customs. Long Version Distance: 118.70 km Ascent: 1.831 m Medium Version Distance 71.27 km Ascent 775m
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06From Faro to Tavira (68-114 km)
Cycling mostly through the Hills of the Algarve, let yourself be involved into the different landscapes and traditions as the practice of weaving and wood crafts and basketry, gastronomy, among others. Long Version Distance: 114.51 km Ascent: 1.489 m Medium Version Distance: 68.08 km 329m
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07From Tavira to Tavira (via Corujos 65 km) (via Alcoutim 129 km)
Cycling along the hills this route offers exceptional views in Guadiana River, through historical city of Tavira and ancient fishing villages. Long Version Distance: 129.72 km Ascent: 1.788 m Descent: 1.788 m Medium Version 65.25 km 1049 m Ascent
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08Return to Faro
Private departure transfer (optional) from Tavira to the airport.
Cost Includes
- 7 Nights’ accommodation in 4* hotels with breakfast (may be subject to change due to availability)
- Road bicycle full carbon
- Luggage transfer between hotels
- Helmet
- 2 Bottles of water per bicycle
- Insurance
- Standard pedals or Fitting pedals (SPD, SPDSL, LOOK, KEO)
- Travel pack per booking
- Hotel vouchers
- 1 Garmin GPS with route files per bicycle
- 1 Set of puncture repair kit for each two bikes
- 1 Lock for each two bikes
Map
Dates & Prices
Tour Dates This Tour is avilable all year.
Prices- All prices are per person in Euros and subject to confirmation on booking.
| Date | Jan/Feb/Mar Nov/Dec | April/May October | June/Sept | July/Aug |
| Double Occ | €995 | €1280 | €1580 | €1950 |
| Supplement Double Occ with premium view | €190 | €230 | €350 | €390 |
| Single Supplement | €430 | €580 | €900 | €1180 |
| Single Supp Premium View | €810 | €1040 | €1490 | €1930 |
| Arrival Transfer from Faro to Surges 1-4 /5-8 | €165/ €195 | |||
| Departure transfer to Faro 1-4/5-8 | €75/ €85 | |||
| E-road bike rental | €250 | |||
| Half Board ( 7 dinners) | €310 | |||
Supplements for Easter and New Year *Easter - 35€ p. person for double room and 60€ for single room
01st-3rd January; and March 27-April 5 and 26- 31st December
Additional supplements for Christmas and New Years dinners. Ask us for details.
Route
More than 550 km (340 miles) of spectacular and challenging tracks.
This program takes place in quieter roads, conquered by the sound of nature, and with a view to pleasing safety and well-being. Daily Distances 60 – 120 Km
This is a Partner Tour.
TICO Ontario Registration No: 50022848