MTB Trans-Algarve Hill & Coast Tour 3.13

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

Overview

Discover the Algarve like never before on this MTB journey - covering nearly 290 km from the Spanish border to Cabo de São Vicente. Ride along quiet rivers, through whitewashed villages, and across the rolling hills of the “Serra do Caldeirão”, filled with the scents of wild herbs. Climb to the top of Foia, the Algarve’s highest peak, and take in stunning views before descending towards hidden beaches and rugged cliffs on the wild West Coast. Pedal scenic trails lined with cork oaks, pine forests, and shimmering lakes. This is pure cycling freedom through authentic landscapes and untouched nature.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival

Arrival

Day 2: Bike tour 1: Azinhal – Vaqueiros

45 km 830 m

D1

Bike tour 1: Azinhal – Vaqueiros

Day 3: Bike tour 2: Vaqueiros – Barranco do Velho

43 km 1410 m

D1

Bike tour 2: Vaqueiros – Barranco do Velho

Day 4: Bike tour 3: Barranco do Velho – São Bartolomeu de Messines

39 km 517 m

D1

Bike tour 3: Barranco do Velho – São Bartolomeu de Messines

Day 5: Bike tour 4: São Bartolomeu de Messines – Caldas de Monchique

47 km 1053 m

D1

Bike tour 4: São Bartolomeu de Messines – Caldas de Monchique

Day 6: Bike tour 5: Caldas de Monchique – Lagos

60 km 1106 m

D2

Bike tour 5: Caldas de Monchique – Lagos

Day 7: Bike tour 6: Lagos – Cabo de São Vicente – Sagres

57 km 886 m

D1

Bike tour 6: Lagos – Cabo de São Vicente – Sagres

Day 8: Departure

Departure

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support

About the Algarve

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