Algarve/ Sagres-Tavira

Algarve

Sagres- Tavira

Along Portugal´s Dream Coast

A cycling holiday along the Algarve could not be more diverse. You cycle from Europe‘s southwesternmost point, the Cape St. Vincent all the way to the Spanish-Portuguese border town Vila Real de Santo Antonio. En route you experience stunning sceneries, romantic fishing villages with lots of tradition, bustling historic centres, secluded bays framed by steep cliffs, fabulous views across the sea and countless endless sandy beaches inviting you to linger or swim. Enjoy the Portuguese hospitality with its excellent cuisine and discover a multifaceted and stunningly beautiful coastline during this cycle holiday from West to East!

Dates 2024:

Arrival: Sat
Duration: 8 days
Dates:
Season 1: Jan 06.-Mar 22.+
Nov 02.-Dec 07.
Season 2: Mar 23.-May 10. +
Sept 28.-Nov 01.
Season 3: May 11.- Sept 27.

Sustainability:
By choosing the digital route book, rather than the printed version, you´ll get a discount of € 20,-!

1st Day: Sagres

Individual arrival. Explore the coastal town with its impressive fortress or enjoy the nearby beaches.
Hotel (example): Memmo Baleeira

2nd Day: Sagres-Lagos, approx. 45 km

The first cycle tour already brings you to a very special highlight, the famous lighthouse situated at the Cape St. Vinzenz, Europe’s southwesternmost point. From the cliffs with a height of nearly 75 metres protruding vertically from the Atlantic you have a spectacular view over the sea and can listen to the roaring waves. You continue over gentle hills into the fishing village Salema and proceed onto the beach of Burgau. You will be impressed by the famous Ponta da Piedade situated before the gates of Lagos, a marvellous nature monument and one of the best-known picture postcard motifs of the Algarve. In the lively harbour town of Lagos you can ponder this exciting day over a nice glass of wine.
Hotel (example): Tivoli

3rd Day: Lagos-Portimao, approx. 35 km

The beach of Meia offers you today the first opportunity to take a dip in the refreshing sea. Here at low tide observe the countless beach combers on the lookout for delicacies. In Odiáxere a visit to the church dating back to the 16th century is very rewarding and in Alvor a stroll across the market Morabito de São Pedro and through the narrow alleyways of the historic centre. Enjoy a break here in a typical restaurant offering the catch of the day. You continue cycling along the coast enjoying fantastic views across the sea. Linger for a bit at the beautiful sandy beach Praia da Rocha, before arriving leisurely in your Day Finish Portimao in the afternoon.
Hotel (example): Turim Presidente

4th Day: Portimao-Albufeira, approx. 35 km

Initially the cycle path leads you along the river Arade into the village Ferragudo with its beautiful church and marvellous views across the estuary. You proceed past olive-, cypresses-, orange-, fig- and cork oak trees to Lagoa. There we recommend you try a traditional Portuguese pastry und visit the chapel Senhora da Rocha situated on a ledge above the sea. Extensive sandy beaches are en route to one of the best known holiday resorts on the Algarve. Albufeira is also your Day Finish.
Hotel (example): Vila Galé Cerro Alagoa

5th Day: Albufeira-Faro, approx. 50 km

In the fishing village Olhos de Água there is a stunning beach where you can take a break. Feel the sea breeze on your face and enjoy the fine sand between your toes. In Vilamoura you pass one of the largest marinas of the country and then cycle through pine forests towards the Ria Formosa nature park, one of Portugal‘s seven natural wonders. Then already in the distance the capital of the Algarve, Faro, appears. Discover the famous historic centre with its lovely restaurants and lively alleyways.
Hotel (example): AP Eva senses

6th Day: Faro-Tavira, approx. 40 km

You continue along the cycle path through the Ria Formosa nature park. Always with the offshore islands in your field of vision, the few clouds over the Atlantic are reflected in the salt lakes. In Olhão you can take a coffee break at the busy market and enjoy observing the locals on their daily errands. After that you leisurely continue into the fishing village Fuseta with its characteristic white houses. Today’s cycle tour ends on the venerable Roman bridge in the town centre of Tavira. Enjoy the evening in one of the most beautiful and most characteristic towns of the Algarve.
Hotel (example): Vila Galé Tavira

7th Day: Excursion to Vila Real de Santo Antonio, approx. 60 km

Today again the Ria Formosa nature park with its lagoons is your companion. You cycle through pine forest at the beach of Monte Gordo and the dune forest of Vila Real de Santo António until the border between Portugal and Spain. You follow the border river Guadiana for a bit northwards before you proceed over gentle hills, past orange- and olive groves back towards Tavira. Now at the latest we recommend you toast to a successful and very eventful cycle holiday.
Hotel (example): Vila Galé Tavira

8th Day: Tavira

Individual departure or extension.

your accommodation:

During this trip you will stay in selected 4* hotels . The accommodations are listed as example hotels under “Itinerary”.

Please note that accommodation requests are always updated daily at the time of booking. The selection is based on availability. Of course, we are happy to accept non-binding customer requests. Tell us your wishes when booking.

your bicycles:

7-speed unisex backpedal
21-/24-speed uni/men freewheel
Rental bike Plus (20-/27-speed)
E-Bikes

  • 7-speed hub gear
  • 21/24-speed Alivio/Acera derailleur gears
  • 20/24-speed Deore/XT/Cues derailleur gears
  • Selle Royal saddle
  • Saddle bag (water-repellent)
  • Handlebar bag (water-repellent)
  • Service set with tools and replacement tube
  • Air pump
  • Combination lock
arrival information:

Airport

  • Next airport: Faro(FAO)
  • 7 nights incl. breakfast
  • Welcome briefing
  • Luggage transfer
  • developed route
  • Detailed travel information 1 x per room
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data
  • Service hotline
Season 1Season 2Season 3
Double room859,-999,-1.259,-
Single room1.428,-1.568,-1.828,-
prices in EUR/person

Tourist tax, if due, payable locally.

Discount children / extra bed – upon request

Additional bookable

Rental bikes
7-/21-/24-speed99,-
Rental bike Plus169,-
E-Bike259,-
Transfer with minibus per person
every Sat, Tavira-Faro airport
49,-
own bike on transfer39,-
Additional nights
incl. breakfast
DBLSGL
Sagres/S195,-164,-
Sagres/S2105,-174,-
Sagres/S3115,-184,-
Tavira/S1+S279,-158,-
Tavira/S3115,-194,-
prices in EUR/person

Operator: Eurobike

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