Cycling in The Real Algarve

Discover a land that time forgot as you explore the unspoilt wild coastlines, pretty white villages and deserted cycling routes of the Algarve.

Cycling in The Real Algarve

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Trip Fee

$ 3.035

Single Room Difference

$ 558

Date

22 - 28 September 2026

Trip Information

The western Algarve, a land away from the touristy towns of the central coast, is an area of stunning cliff tops, quiet fishermen's villages and lush green interior. It's also a birdwatcher's paradise and whilst autumn and spring bring in the huge migrations, winter sees numerous endemic bird species. Winter is more akin to springtime, meaning you can enjoy the warm temperatures and beautiful beaches of the Algarve from October right through to May. Our six night holiday takes you along quiet roads and sun-kissed cycle tracks. You'll cycle along beautiful coastlines enjoying a mix of golden sandy beaches and rugged cliff tops, and pass through pretty villages, some of which seem unaffected by the outside world. Country lanes take you into the lush green interior passing large reservoirs, alpine-like meadows and rich holm oak forests. Visit the historic maritime towns of Sagres and Lagos; Henry the Navigator lived here, and built his own fortress at Sagres, near to where you'll find Cabo de Sao Vicente, Europe's south-western cape, with its iconic lighthouse and fascinating museum.

Activity Areas

Cycling
Self-Guided Cycling

Region & Country & City

Europe: Algarve, Portugal

Included in the Price


- All accommodation
- All continental breakfasts and 3 evening meals
- Headwater navigation app
- Luggage transfers between hotels

Not Included In The Price


- Travel insurance
- Single supplements (available on request - compulsory supplement)
- Solo traveller supplement (where only one person is travelling on a departure date)
- Visas and vaccinations

Accommodation Information


- 6 nights hotel-to-hotel accommodation
- 3 Days cycling
- All continental breakfasts and 3 evening meals
- Headwater navigation app
- Hybrid bikes
- Luggage transfers between hotels

Map

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive at Sagres

Arrive at the wonderful coastal town of Sagres in time for dinner at the hotel. (Staying at Hotel Memmo Baleeira, Half Board)

Day 2 Sagres to Lagos

From Sagres head inland, mostly following the Ecovia, a national cycle trail. Pass shepherds tending their flocks before meeting the coast again in time for lunch. The villages of Salema, Burgau and Luz have great sandy beaches and offer rustic restaurants with al fresco dining; grilled fresh fish with zesty lemon is a favourite dish. You end the day at Lagos and your wonderfully atmospheric 4-star hotel. (Staying at Rio Marina, Breakfast)

Day 3 At Lagos

Lagos is encircled by C14 walls - the stone work and architecture you'll find hidden within these is a delight. Ornate churches date from the C13, and tangled cobbled lanes lead to new discoveries around every corner. Visit the new marina and the lively fish market (held daily), and join the locals for coffee in one of the many bars. Popular coastal walks lead to Ponte da Piedade lighthouse and from Porto de Mos to Luz, both offering outstanding sea views. (Staying at Rio Marina, Breakfast)

Day 4 Lagos to Pedralva

You have a choice of routes today, with both taking you along the promenade at Lagos, before heading inland to Odiaxere where you can choose a shorter option that has fewer climbs and takes you through lovely villages on winding roads, giving you a real insight into local life. The longer route takes you past the beautiful Bravura reservoir and pretty alpine-like hamlets and meadows, meeting the coast in picturesque Carrapateira. Then it's on to Pedralva, a village where each house has been restored to create individual hotel rooms. (Staying at Aldeia da Pedralva, Half Board)

Day 5 At Pedralva

Aldeia da Pedralva is a wonderful rural retreat and you could easily spend the day relaxing in the village. If you fancy doing more you can follow one of our routes taking you out along the cliff tops with great views of the coast, or return to Carrapateira to visit the Land and Sea Museum and have a leisurely lunch. (Staying at Aldeia da Pedralva, Half Board)

Day 6 Pedralva to Sagres

There's two options today but both routes are fairly short allowing you time to visit the lighthouse at Cabo de Sao Vicente and Sagres Fortress, built by Henry the Navigator. The longer route is on off-road tracks passing holm oak forests. Both routes give great views of the Serra de Monchique passing through Vila do Bispo, a nice lunch stop with its beautiful 17th century church. From Vila do Bispo head out across the Vicente peninsula to Cabo de Sao Vicente and the southwestern tip of Europe before following the coast road back to Sagres. (Staying at Hotel Memmo Baleeira, Breakfast Only)

Day 7 Leave Sagres

The tour ends after breakfast in Sagres.

Travel Dates

22 - 28 September 2026 $ 3.035

26 September - 02 October 2026 $ 3.035

29 September - 05 October 2026 $ 3.035

03 - 09 October 2026 $ 2.525

06 - 12 October 2026 $ 2.525

10 - 16 October 2026 $ 2.525

13 - 19 October 2026 $ 2.525

17 - 23 October 2026 $ 2.525

20 - 26 October 2026 $ 2.525

24 - 30 October 2026 $ 2.525

27 October - 02 November 2026 $ 2.525

31 October - 06 November 2026 $ 2.525

03 - 09 November 2026 $ 2.525

07 - 13 November 2026 $ 2.525

10 - 16 November 2026 $ 2.525

14 - 20 November 2026 $ 2.525

17 - 23 November 2026 $ 2.525

21 - 27 November 2026 $ 2.525

24 - 30 November 2026 $ 2.525

28 November - 04 December 2026 $ 2.525

01 - 07 December 2026 $ 2.405

05 - 11 December 2026 $ 2.405

08 - 14 December 2026 $ 2.405

12 - 18 December 2026 $ 2.405

15 - 21 December 2026 $ 2.495

19 - 25 December 2026 $ 2.495

22 - 28 December 2026 $ 2.495

26 December 2026 - 01 January 2027 $ 2.495

29 December 2026 - 04 January 2027 $ 2.495

02 - 08 January 2027 $ 2.345

05 - 11 January 2027 $ 2.345

09 - 15 January 2027 $ 2.345

12 - 18 January 2027 $ 2.345

16 - 22 January 2027 $ 2.345

19 - 25 January 2027 $ 2.345

23 - 29 January 2027 $ 2.345

26 January - 01 February 2027 $ 2.345

30 January - 05 February 2027 $ 2.345

02 - 08 February 2027 $ 2.345

06 - 12 February 2027 $ 2.345

09 - 15 February 2027 $ 2.345

13 - 19 February 2027 $ 2.345

16 - 22 February 2027 $ 2.345

20 - 26 February 2027 $ 2.345

23 February - 01 March 2027 $ 2.345

27 February - 05 March 2027 $ 2.345

02 - 08 March 2027 $ 2.345

06 - 12 March 2027 $ 2.345

09 - 15 March 2027 $ 2.345

13 - 19 March 2027 $ 2.345

16 - 22 March 2027 $ 2.345

20 - 26 March 2027 $ 2.345

23 - 29 March 2027 $ 2.345

27 March - 02 April 2027 $ 2.345

30 March - 05 April 2027 $ 2.345

03 - 09 April 2027 $ 2.450

06 - 12 April 2027 $ 2.450

10 - 16 April 2027 $ 2.450

13 - 19 April 2027 $ 2.450

17 - 23 April 2027 $ 2.450

20 - 26 April 2027 $ 2.450

24 - 30 April 2027 $ 2.450

27 April - 03 May 2027 $ 2.450

01 - 07 May 2027 $ 3.110

04 - 10 May 2027 $ 3.110

08 - 14 May 2027 $ 3.110

11 - 17 May 2027 $ 3.110

15 - 21 May 2027 $ 3.110

18 - 24 May 2027 $ 3.110

22 - 28 May 2027 $ 3.110

25 - 31 May 2027 $ 3.110

29 May - 04 June 2027 $ 3.110

01 - 07 June 2027 $ 3.110

05 - 11 June 2027 $ 3.110

08 - 14 June 2027 $ 3.110

12 - 18 June 2027 $ 3.110

15 - 21 June 2027 $ 3.110

19 - 25 June 2027 $ 3.110

22 - 28 June 2027 $ 3.110

26 June - 02 July 2027 $ 3.110

29 June - 05 July 2027 $ 3.110

04 - 10 September 2027 $ 3.110

07 - 13 September 2027 $ 3.110

11 - 17 September 2027 $ 3.110

14 - 20 September 2027 $ 3.110

18 - 24 September 2027 $ 3.110

21 - 27 September 2027 $ 3.110

25 September - 01 October 2027 $ 3.110

28 September - 04 October 2027 $ 3.110

02 - 08 October 2027 $ 2.585

05 - 11 October 2027 $ 2.585

09 - 15 October 2027 $ 2.585

12 - 18 October 2027 $ 2.585

16 - 22 October 2027 $ 2.585

19 - 25 October 2027 $ 2.585

23 - 29 October 2027 $ 2.585

26 October - 01 November 2027 $ 2.585

30 October - 05 November 2027 $ 2.585

02 - 08 November 2027 $ 2.585

06 - 12 November 2027 $ 2.585

09 - 15 November 2027 $ 2.585

13 - 19 November 2027 $ 2.585

16 - 22 November 2027 $ 2.585

20 - 26 November 2027 $ 2.585

23 - 29 November 2027 $ 2.585

27 November - 03 December 2027 $ 2.585

30 November - 06 December 2027 $ 2.585

04 - 10 December 2027 $ 2.450

07 - 13 December 2027 $ 2.450

11 - 17 December 2027 $ 2.450

14 - 20 December 2027 $ 200

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