Activities: Cycling Holidays and Cycling Tours
 The
Algarve provides such a great range of scenery that cycling is one of
the best ways of getting around and seeing all of the sights.
Our choice of Algarve cycle tours are suitable for both occasional
cyclists who enjoy shorter distances and reasonably flat cycle tours
away from traffic, as well as more demanding tours for more experienced
cyclists who relish the challenge of a few hills. Depending upon your
preferences, you could cover anything from 20-35km on a cycle tour (2-4
hours of cycling), leaving plenty of time to stop off along the way,
take photos, enjoy some wonderful sightseeing or just have a leisurely
lunch.
We can provide a choice of guided cycling tours to match your fitness
levels and requirements.
We’ll get you fixed up with a good quality Trek mountain bike
and a helmet from the premier mountain bike hire store in the central
Algarve region.
Guided Cycling
| Activity Algarve Options |
January
February
March |
April
May |
June |
July
August |
September |
October |
November
December |
| 3 Night Cycling Holiday |
€269 |
€299 |
€329 |
€369 |
€329 |
€299 |
€269 |
| 7 Night Cycling Holiday |
€519 |
€579 |
€649 |
€749 |
€649 |
€579 |
€519 |
Note:-
These prices are based upon two people sharing
a twin/double room and include :-
B&B accommodation in our 4 star hotel
in Boliqueime.
3 night holiday includes bike hire for 2 days
and one guided cycling tour
7 night holiday includes bike hire for 5 days
and two guided cycling tours
Additional cycling tours or other activities
can be booked in advance or upon arrival,
see our Activity shop for other activities
Airport Transfers
Transport to and from the start of each cycle
tour.
If you would like this holiday but prefer
alternative accommodation, then please consult
our list of holiday accommodation and let
us know your preferences, we can then confirm
price/availability and make a booking for
you
Cycling Tours
If you have already booked your holiday accommodation
in the Algarve or are visiting friends or
family and would like to book a cycle tour
with Activity Algarve, this service is also
available.We can provide you and your group
with a half or full day tour, including collection
from your accommodation in central Algarve
region and mountain bike hire. Please contact
us for further information and to make a reservation
or visit
our Activity Shop to book now.
 Typical
Activity Algarve Cycling Tours
Down to the coast!
This tour starts out heading north and over the hills to the neighbouring
town of Paderne with a visit to the ruined castle, then heading west
to Tunes and Alvor, before heading south and down to the coast. There
are plenty of places to visit along this stretch of coastline and opportunity
for a swim in the sea. Heading east past the new marina at Albufeira
and through the old town before heading further along the coast and
out of the tourist areas, before heading back inland and returning to
the hotel.
Around 30km in total of moderately easy cycling.
Taking to the hills
Heading north from the hotel into the hills enjoying some splendid
views as we go, we eventually reach the pretty hill top town of Querenca,
where there are a couple of cafes for a well earned drink or snack.
Then heading north through the Fonte de Benemola nature park to the
town of Salir where pleasant views from the ruined castle walls can
be enjoyed. On from Salir we head west towards Alte taking in a detour
to the Rocky outcrop of Rocha da Pena. Upon reaching Alte, there are
tourist shops and an interesting church to visit and also places to
have a swim if weather permits. Upon leaving Alte, we head over the
hills before crossing the flat and fertile valley on the way to Paderne.
Then its up and over the hills and back into Boliqueime.
Around 40 km of moderate cycling with plenty of hills but nothing too
strenuous.
 Tour
of the Golf resorts
This circuit takes us towards a different section of coast to Day 1,
heading East first of all towards Vilamoura, where you can cruise around
the marina looking at the expensive Yachts. Leaving Vilamoura, we pass
through Quarteira, unless it is market day, in which case it may be
worth stopping for a quick look around, and head on to the luxurious
golf resorts of Vale do Lobo and Quinta do Lago. There are plenty of
beach bars and cafes to stop at for refreshments and also a swim if
required. We then head north towards Almancil, calling in on the famous
church at San Laurenco before heading on north to the old market town
of Loule. It is well worth having a look around Loule before heading
west back towards Boliqueime, avoiding the main roads wherever possible
and using the quieter hill top roads where the occasional bar or café
may tempt us to stop for a drink and admire the scenery!
Around 35 km of moderately easy cycling with just a few hills.
Note:- a 7 night cycling holiday can include these tours
plus similar or extensions to these tours
We have put
together a comprehensive
cycling holiday called "Best
of the Algarve - Long Distance Cycling Holiday"
offering the best of the Ecovia and the best
of the inland countryside.
For more information and details about any of our cycling activities, routes and tours please Contact us.
 Activity Algarve also provide regular mountain bike rides throughout the Algarve region for local residents, frequent visitors and whoever else would like to come along. There are usually three "Algarve bike rides" per week, Saturday challenging, Sunday easy and mid week fairly challenging. Join our Facebook group "Algarve Bike Rides" or mail us to be added to our mailing list and receive weekly schedules of rides.
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