Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Sines

Arrive at Lisbon airport. There will then be a 2 hour drive to Sines and a short briefing about the tour. Tonight, you will stay in a gorgeous 4* hotel where you can find several references to Portugal’s greatest navigator Vasco da Gama.You will have time to prepare for your leisure cycling holiday in Portugal and take in some of the local beaches in the Alentejo area.

Day 2: Sines - Vila Nova Milfontes (41 km / 25 miles)

We start today by cycling into the southwest part of the Alentejo Natural Park, one of the best-preserved coasts in the whole of Europe. We’ll journey to the fishing village of Porto Covo and experience the fabulous beaches before heading to Vila Nova Milfontes to enjoy a picnic lunch and have dinner with the group. Tonight, we stay in a small town - a real tourist paradise, full of the magical atmosphere of old Portugal.

Day 3: Vila Nova Milfontes - Odexeixe (59 km / 36 miles)

This morning we cycle towards Cape Sardao, a perfect spot for meditation and relaxation. We visit Zambujeira do Mar, have a picnic lunch and finish in Odexeixe, another village situated right by the sea. This evening dinner is with the group, followed by a night in Bed & Breakfast accommodation, complete with a swimming pool.

Day 4: Odexeixe - Carrapateira (49 km / 30 miles)

After breakfast we cycle towards Aljezur, with its castle on top of the hill dating back to the 10th century. We continue southwards and ride through enchanting woodland, hills and valleys before reaching Carrapateira - heaven for surfers. Tonight, we stay in a small house in a very traditional village near the west coast of the Algarve, a very peaceful area.

Day 5: Carrapateira - Sagres (32 km / 20 miles)

We begin today by cycling to the south-western most point in Europe, Cape St Vincent. This offers views stunning enough to take your breath away. Tonight, we stay in a 4* new hotel in Sagres, with a swimming pool and  encircled by spectacular deserted beaches and gorgeous landscapes.

Day 6: Sagres - Lagos (47 km / 29 miles)

After breakfast, as we cycle along the south coast of the Algarve, we can see the difference between the Natural Park and the tourist Algarve, visiting Ponta da Piedade, with tremendous views, before reaching Lagos. Tonight, we stay in a beautiful 4* hotel with traditional blue and white corridors linking the rooms, patios, restaurants and bar. Upon arrival, take a refreshing swim in the pool.

Day 7: Lagos

Departure after breakfast.