Algarve Bike Holidays | Via Algarviana

Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Difficult
D-Score™
D3 - Advanced

Overview

This challenging, self-guided mountain bike holiday spans the whole of the Via Algarviana, 300 kms of ancient tracks through the mountains that form the backbone of the Algarve. A mixture of single tracks, sandy trails and rough paths will provide you with a memorable riding experience.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival at Alcoutim

Arrival at Alcoutim

Day 2: Alcoutim to Vaqueiros

60 km 1570 m

D2

Alcoutim to Vaqueiros

Day 3: Vaqueiros to Salir

65 km 2180 m

D2

Vaqueiros to Salir

Day 4: Salir to Silves

66 km 1370 m

D2

Salir to Silves

Day 5: Rest day in Silves

Rest day in Silves

Day 6: Silves to Monchique

32 km 1400 m

D1

Silves to Monchique

Day 7: Monchique to Cape St. Vincent

92 km 1450 m

D2

Monchique to Cape St. Vincent

Day 8: Departure

Departure

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the Algarve

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