Cycle Portugal's Wild Atlantic Coast

Duration
7 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
Moderate
D-Score™
D2 - Intermediate

Overview

Pedal along the dramatic coastline of southern Portugal, following the legendary Rota Vicentina trail network from Lisbon to the Algarve. Discover some of the Algarve’s most remote and pristine beaches, stopping off at the golden sands of Bordeira and Amoreira for cooling dips in the sea. Finish up at Cape St. Vincent, Europe’s wildest western point, where the towering cliffs of the Algarve meet the vast Atlantic Ocean.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival in Setubal

Arrival in Setubal

Day 2: Pedal through the Santo Andre Natural Reserve

59 km 430 m

D1

Pedal through the Santo Andre Natural Reserve

Day 3: Through peaceful cork forests and dramatic cliffs

55 km 370 m

D1

Through peaceful cork forests and dramatic cliffs

Day 4: Along the Rota Vicentina

57 km 530 m

D1

Along the Rota Vicentina

Day 5: Inland hills and pristine beaches

43 km 475 m

D1

Inland hills and pristine beaches

Day 6: The Algarve’s wild coast

64 km 560 m

D1

The Algarve’s wild coast

Day 7: Farewell Portugal!

Farewell Portugal!

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

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