Grand Atlantic Tour 3.14

by Algarve Cycling
Region
Algarve
Duration
14 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Moderate
D-Score™
D2 - Intermediate

Overview

Experience Two of Portugal’s Most Stunning Coastal Routes. This journey takes you from east to west along the diverse southern coast, where golden beaches, picturesque villages, and dramatic cliffs await. Cycle past hidden coves and along scenic roads with panoramic ocean views before entering the breathtaking Costa Vicentina Nature Reserve in the southwest. This tour combines golden beaches, traditional culture, and unspoiled nature for an active holiday full of contrasts and unforgettable coastal scenery.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival

Arrival

Day 2: Bike tour 1: Faro – Vila Real de Santo António (by train) – Tavira

33 km 281 m

D1

Bike tour 1: Faro – Vila Real de Santo António (by train) – Tavira

Day 3: Bike tour 2: Tavira – Faro

45 km 300 m

D1

Bike tour 2: Tavira – Faro

Day 4: Bike tour 3: Faro – Olhos de Água

43 km 263 m

D1

Bike tour 3: Faro – Olhos de Água

Day 5: Bike tour 4: Olhos de Água – Portimão

55 km 665 m

D1

Bike tour 4: Olhos de Água – Portimão

Day 6: Bike tour 5: Portimão – Luz

47 km 543 m

D1

Bike tour 5: Portimão – Luz

Day 7: Bike tour 6: Luz – Sagres

36 km 498 m

D1

Bike tour 6: Luz – Sagres

Day 8: Rest day in Sagres

Rest day in Sagres

Day 9: Bike tour 7: Sagres – Cabo de São Vicente – Carrapateira or Pedralva

38 km 490 m

D1

Bike tour 7: Sagres – Cabo de São Vicente – Carrapateira or Pedralva

Day 10: Bike tour 8: Carrapateira or Pedralva – Aljezur – Odeceixe

47 km 480 m

D1

Bike tour 8: Carrapateira or Pedralva – Aljezur – Odeceixe

Day 11: Bike tour 9: Odeceixe – Vila Nova de Milfontes

50 km 483 m

D1

Bike tour 9: Odeceixe – Vila Nova de Milfontes

Day 12: Bike tour 10: Vila Nova de Milfontes – Vila Nova de Santo André

58 km 504 m

D1

Bike tour 10: Vila Nova de Milfontes – Vila Nova de Santo André

Day 13: Bike tour 11: Vila Nova de Santo André – Tróia (by Ferry) – Setúbal

55 km 278 m

D1

Bike tour 11: Vila Nova de Santo André – Tróia (by Ferry) – Setúbal

Day 14: Departure

Departure

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support

About the Algarve

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