Algarve Mountains Tour

Arrival – Transfer from Algarve/Faro Airport, evening meal and information briefing

If you arrive early that day, we recommend the following: Explore the beautiful beaches directly adjacent to the resort. Explore the area. Supermarkets and restaurants are all within walking distance. In the evening there will be a group dinner at which the weekly schedule will be presented.

Approx. 8.00 – 16.30, Asphalt tour – Monchique

In the morning, our partner will initially provide a short introduction and present the motorcycles. Then, we head north-east into the mountains north of Faro. The first stage is not too challenging, so that we can familiarise ourselves with our motorcycles and the Portuguese roads. The wonderful bends and curves start in the mountains. Apart from a few kilometres of light gravel in the morning, we will be riding on asphalt today. After lunch in Monchique, we continue on to the Fóia (902 metres above sea level). We pass magnificent cork oak plantations with a view of the Atlantic on our descent.

Approx. 8.00 – 16.30, rider training course

On the third day, our partner will offer rider training at their training ground, which is located around 20 km away from the resort. The training grounds consist of large open spaces, hills of all sizes, river crossings, and much more. In the morning, the participants will learn about the rider position, proper handling of the motorcycle, braking technique, cornering, and more. In the afternoon, the focus is on safety when riding uphill and downhill, and when crossing rivers. A long and challenging day, but the techniques learned will be of great benefit over the coming days.

Approx. 8.00 – 16.30, Adventure tour – Eucalyptus

The tour leads north and past Silves before continuing on gravel. In the morning, the route passes through eucalyptus plantations, hence the name of the tour. Throughout the day, we will have plenty of opportunities to practise cornering. In the morning, coffee is served at Barragem de Odelouca, one of the many dams in the Algarve. After lunch in an old mill with a panoramic view, the route continues along slightly faster gravel roads and a cruising section through the picturesque village of Sao Marcos da Serra. Our partner can also offer some thrilling alternatives for anyone looking for even more challenges today.

Approx. 8.00 – 16.30, Adventure tour – Water

The more exciting part of this tour starts just north of our partner's training area (about 20 km from the resort). The route initially follows some technical and exciting roads through the Aquas Belas Valley. After a few kilometres of asphalt, we continue along slightly faster dirt roads through a few valleys further north. When we head south again, we have a fantastic view of Monchique and experience plenty of ascents and descents on the way back to the training ground. Even if it might be a slightly shorter day, our partner has a number of additional options for riders seeking even more excitement.

Back in Silves, we head for the coast and after an extended lunch break at our partner's favourite restaurant in Carvoeiro, we will ride past some of the most famous beaches in the Algarve. We return to the resort a little earlier today as our partner has planned a sociable evening activity for the group.

Approx. 8.30 – 16.30, Adventure tour – Lakes

One of the most varied days on the tour. We head off for a few kilometres through smaller villages and orange groves and then continue along wonderfully winding asphalt roads. After the first coffee break, we continue along gravel with exciting bends and curves near Rio Arade. This exciting adventure route follows the varied mountain and valley route northwards. After lunch, we can savour the ride through the lush valley landscape with several river crossings, possibly some mud and fantastic views. Of course, there are also many challenging options on this day for anyone seeking them.

Departure – check-out and transfer to Algarve/Faro Airport

Time flies by when you are having fun, and unfortunately we have now reached the end of this adventure. Some guests choose to head directly back to the airport. If you have more time, you can stay and enjoy the amenities of the resort and hopefully some sun and bright blue skies before returning home. Fortunately, our partner has a host of other tours for you to experience, so hopefully you'll be back soon.