Lisbon to Algarve Ride

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Bicycle Guided and Escorted

Carbon neutral

8 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Lisbon, Portugal

Ends

Sagres, Portugal

Highlights

Cycle the Alentejo and Algarve regions, discovering South Portugal’s beauty spots

Start in Lisbon, the enchanting capital of Portugal

Visit Junior Jacques Distillery, renowned for producing Medronho fruit brandies

End in the Algarve, one of the most desirable coastal destinations in Europe

Itinerary

Cycle your way along Portugal’s stunning coastline on the Lisbon to Algarve Ride, an eight-day bicycle tour designed with experienced travelers in mind. Starting in the vibrant capital of Lisbon, this trip leads you south through the tranquil Alentejo and Algarve regions, passing through Setubal, Sagres, and several charming villages. Pedal along the Rota Vicentina, a sustainable network of trails renowned for its peaceful routes and breathtaking views. Each day brings new scenery—from lush forests and dramatic cliffs to secluded beaches and the sparkling Atlantic.

With a moderate activity rating, this guided small group tour is ideal for those comfortable spending several hours a day cycling varied terrain. You’ll enjoy stays in welcoming hotels, sample the region’s celebrated cuisine, and take in both historical towns and unspoiled nature. Along the way, there are plenty of opportunities to slow down and savor the rich culture and gastronomic delights that define southern Portugal.

The unique selling point of this tour lies in its blend of active exploration and authentic local experiences, offering a sustainable way to discover the very best of Portugal’s coast. By the journey’s end in the laid-back seaside village of Sagres, travelers will have not only experienced the country’s scenic wonders but also gained a true taste of Portuguese hospitality and tradition.

day 1 - Adventure starts in Lisbon

Begin your adventure in Lisbon, the Portuguese capital known for its colourful architecture and rich history.

Around 6pm, say olá to your tour leader and fellow travellers, when we gather as a group for the first time to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead.

Your tour leader then ensures a big Portuguese welcome by arranging a group dinner at a local restaurant.

Want to explore Lisbon further? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative.

Meals:Dinner

Others:Marques de Pombal/Neya Lisboa (or similar)

day 2 - To Sarilhos Pequenos; ride to Setúbal

Take a 30-minute transfer to Sarilhos Pequenos this morning, where our bike fitting takes place.

Then, we embark on a relatively short ride to Setúbal, an excellent opportunity to get used to our bikes and ease into the adventure.

Around the 12mi (20km) mark, we stop for coffee in Vila de Palmela, enjoy excellent views of the castle, Serra do Louro, and the entirety of Arrábida Natural Park. Finish the ride and arrive in Setúbal for around 1pm.

After lunch, we explore the PUA (Urban Park of Albarquel) and the riverside area for coffee or a drink, before settling into our hotel.

Route: Easy ride Sarilhos Pequenos to Setúbal. Terrain: 73% paved roads, 27% unpaved roads.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Hotel Cristal (or similar)

day 3 - Cycle from Troia to Santo André

We start the day with a ferry across the Sado Estuary to the Troia Peninsula, which was once inhabited by the Romans and was of high strategic-economic importance as a manufacturing centre for salting and preserving fish. We cycle south along the peninsula until we reach Comporta, a picturesque spot surrounded by paddy fields. With the Atlantic Ocean to one side and vast dunes to the other, we continue through pine forests to the beach towns of Melides and Santo André.

Continuing south, we cycle via the 1,235-acre (500ha) Lagoa de Santo André Natural Reserve, an area of high ecological importance not only for its wetlands, but also for its dune ridge that separates them from the ocean. Here, the fresh and salt waters provide the perfect environment for a wide array of flora and fauna to thrive. Overnight in Santo André.

Route: Flat ride out of the Tróia peninsula, afterwards undulating ride to Santo André. Terrain 78% paved roads, 22% dirt roads with some sandy sections.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Hotel Vila Park (or similar)

day 4 - Cycle from Santo André to Vila Nova de Milfontes

The start of the day takes us to Sines, a port city with an important historical role in international trade. Dating to Roman times, the settlement was a small fishing village until the 1970s, when its strategic coastal position brought rapid expansion and a large oil refinery. We visit the medieval castle, which offers wonderful views of Sines bay and Vasco da Gama beach.

Following the coast towards Porto Covo, we cycle alongside fabulous beaches and cliffs, through an area rich in biodiversity and unique geological heritage. Among the 750 plants and 200 bird species that have been identified throughout the Costa Vicentina Natural Park, we can keep our eyes peeled for peregrine falcons and Bonelli's eagles.

We continue beyond Porto Corvo until we reach Vila Nova de Milfontes, a charming coastal town where we stop for the night.

Route: Mostly flat ride to Sines, afterwards coastal undulating ride to Praia do Queimado. Slight climb and descent to Vila Nova de Milfontes. Terrain: 73% paved roads, 27% dirt roads.

Accommodation: HS Milfontes Beach (or similar)

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Meals:Breakfast

Others:HS Milfontes Beach (or similar)

day 5 - Cycle from Vila Nova de Milfontes to Rogil

Today, we ride along key sections of the Rota Vicentina, passing highlights such as the village of Almograve and the lighthouse at Sardão, which sits in an unspoiled environment of great natural beauty and offers breath-taking views of the craggy coastline and many inaccessible beaches. At the cliffs, we may see white storks or the numerous seabirds that inhabit this coast.

Our journey continues through idyllic scenery until we reach Zambujeira do Mar, a small, peaceful fishing village with a beautiful golden-sand beach. Continuing through agricultural fields, we reach the road that takes us along Ribeira de Seixe then guides us to the sea and Odeceixe Mar Beach, a favourite of surfers and bodyboarders.

At the end of today's cycle, we visit Junior Jacques Distillery, famed for its Medronho fruit brandies, where we have a tasting. We stay the night in Rogil, a village within the Vicentine Coast Natural Park and our last stop in Alentejo.

Route: Mostly undulating ride, with a couple of short, steep climbs between Zambujeira do Mar and the exit of Odeceixe. Terrain: 71% paved roads, 29% dirt roads with some sandy sections.

Meals:Breakfast

Others:Flor d’Mar (or similar)

day 6 - Arrive in the Algarve region and cycle to Pedralva

Today we follow a mainly inland route, crossing into the Algarve region and heading towards Sagres, the southernmost point of Portugal. This is where Portuguese sailors learned to manoeuvre the caravel ship in the 15th century and was the starting point for many pioneering voyages.

We continue cycling south towards Aljezur, a small village renowned for its cultivation of sweet potatoes, and there is an opportunity to visit its 10th-century Moorish castle, which offers fantastic views over the entire region.

Before heading to our accommodation, we visit the surfing beach and village of Carrapateira, the perfect place for a refreshing dip at the end of the ride. We spend the night in Pedralva.

Route: Undulating ride to Aljezur, short climb and descent to Bordeira. Climb from Carrapateira to Pedralva. Terrain: 52% paved roads, 48% dirt roads.

Meals:Breakfast

Others:Barranco da Fonte or Aldeia da Pedralva (or similar)

day 7 - Final cycle of the trip, ending in Sagres on the south coast

Continuing south, we leave Vila do Bispo with adventure in the air, as we discover virgin beaches, a rich culture and delicious cuisine centred around the sea. There is time to visit the traditional market in Vila do Bispo before we cycle to Cordoama beach, where the cliffs reach more than 328ft (100m) in height. Overlooking the beach is a spot popular with paragliders – if we're lucky, we may spot them taking off.

Just 3mi (5km) away from Sagres is the southwestern-most point in Europe, Cabo de São Vicente, the last piece of home that Portuguese sailors would see as they sailed into the unknown. We visit this remote, windswept headland before our final push to Sagres, a laid-back small town with an end-of-the world feel. Overnight in Sagres.

Route: Undulating ride and then slight descent to Cabo de São Vicente. Continue on a flat road to Sagres. Terrain: 47% paved roads, 53% unpaved roads.

Accommodation: Memmo Baleeira Hotel (or similar)

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Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Memmo Baleeira Hotel (or similar)

day 8 - Adventure ends in Sagres

This morning marks the final breakfast of the adventure; an excellent opportunity to reflect on some of the many wonderful experiences you’ve enjoyed during this cycling holiday in Portugal. A group transfer is available to Faro Airport for those who wish to take it.

Alternatively, if you'd like to treat yourself to a bit of post-ride relaxation, speak to your sales representative about booking additional nights in the beach town of Faro.

Meals:Breakfast

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All breakfasts, one dinner and one distillery tasting

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Group arrival and departure transfers available

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