Embark on our Algarve journey with a breathtaking ride heading south, tracing the stunning Atlantic coast. Traverse small fishing villages, feel the salt in the air, and revel in countless cliffside photo opportunities on this unforgettable day!

Another captivating stage today. While yesterday showcased fishing villages and cliffs, today promises adventure and remoteness. We’ll trace the Via Algarviana official track, winding through expansive eucalyptus forests, without a town in sight, until we reach the road near the renowned Formula 1 track – the Autodromo do Algarve. Our route alternates between beautiful little roads and gravel tracks, leading us to the thermal resort in Monchique—where spa time awaits!

Pro tip: Don’t forget your swimsuit; tonight, we’re staying in a thermal resort!

Time for  a magnificent loop today, starting and finishing at the thermal resort. Departing from the hotel, we ride up to Monchique, where a proper espresso awaits at the trendy Velochique cyclist coffee-hub. Descending on a perfect gravel pista through the Taipas valley, the journey then takes a challenging climb to reach the main road before the rewarding long downhill back to our spa.

One of our crew’s favorite stages is the ride from the mountains to the Atlantic Ocean. Leaving our thermal retreat (with some sadness), we begin the day with a climb on the road to the Estrada da Foia, the highest point in the area, offering a wonderful 360-degree viewpoint. Descending from the summit, we rejoin the Algarviana route, navigating an infinite network of perfect double-track gravel paths to Aljezur. There, we start to smell the ocean breeze and can admire the hanging cliffs, along with the surfers enjoying a sunny, offshore, chest-high surf day.

Concluding the trip, enjoy magnificent ocean vistas and an extended stretch of gravel, crossing the interior between Aljezur and Sagres.  Once reaching Vila Do Bispo, we turn back towards the ocean, passing by idyllic beaches with the southernmost point of Portugal already visible on the horizon. Our ultimate destination is the beautiful surfer town of Sagres, where we’ll visit the southernmost point of Europe (anyone else loving lighhouses?) before a short van transfer back to our cozy Alto da Lua hotel for the last night!

Unfortunately, your trip across the Algarve has come to an end.

Our shuttle will drop you off at Lisbon Airport.