Authentic Algarve Gravel Cycling Holiday

by Paradise Cycling
Region
Algarve
Duration
7 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
Medium
D-Score™
N/A - Unknown

Overview

Authentic Algarve Gravel Cycling Holiday with 6 riding days, suitable for Gravel and MTB. The tour runs from May 31st to June 6th, 2026, with options for Guided or Self-Guided tours. The airport for this tour is Faro, with daily distances of 50-80km and elevation gains of 800-2500m per day. The overall difficulty is rated as Medium, with accommodation in boutique guesthouses. The tour emphasizes exploring the 'real' Algarve on the best gravel tracks in Europe, avoiding traffic and focusing on quiet, gravel-bike-friendly routes. It also highlights experiencing the local culture, heritage, cuisine, wine, agriculture, historic monuments, and ancient creative traditions. The accommodation includes four nights in Alte and three in Tavira, featuring the Alte Tradition Guesthouse and Quinta do Marco rural hotel. Evening meals and house wine/beer are included, with support for dietary requirements. Bike hire is available as an extra. The holiday includes airport transfers, 6 days of cycling, 7 nights accommodation, evening meals, buffet breakfast, GPX files, mechanical assistance, civil liability insurance, ride snacks, knowledgeable guides, first aid qualified staff, and support vehicles. Flights, lunch, and snacks at cafés are not included. Extras include gravel bike hire, cycling jersey, massage, and extra nights.

Daily Ride Schedule

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Airport transfers
Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support
Support vehicle following all rides

About the Algarve

A dedicated guide for this region is not available yet.