Day Trip - Cycling Downhill with Guide This fabulous day out is done in conjunction with OUTDOOR-TOURS Ltd and starts at their office close to Lagos. From here you are brought by a mini-van to the highest peak in the Algarve, the Foia on 902 metres, in the middle of the Serra de Monchique where you can enjoy stunning views to the west & south coast. Your guide takes time to explain the route and the bicycle over a coffee before you start out and remember it is DOWN HILL ……….EASY !
You cycle with an experienced multilingual guide who will stop at suitable viewing points and also tell you about the wildlife & nature of the region. A support vehicle follows the group (maximum 16 people)
The aluminium ‘all terrain' bikes are custom made and have safe hydraulic brakes from Magura, comfortable gel seats and front suspension. The handle bar is higher than on a normal bike, so you will enjoy a safe and comfortable sit position. We provide you with a helmet and a water bottle.
The trips are suitable for everyone between 15-65 yrs with some cycling experience.
There are 2 different routes for you to choose from:
Nature Trip - the NATURAL way to enjoy the Portuguese country side
60% of this trip is downhill on quiet and good roads and leads you through beautiful scenery scattered with small hillside hamlets. Cycling downhill on the back roads of the Serra de Monchique, you will descend from the summit of Fóia on good roads. Then we head towards the small, charming mountain village of Casais, where a picnic is waiting for you, a stroll through the village is a must.
After a long and easy going descent with spectacular views we continue southwards. The remaining part of your journey will be cross country cycling through beautiful valleys along gravel tracks, passing close to small farms, where the local shepherd will always raise his hand to you. We end the trip with a paddle or swim in the warm estuary lagoon of the Ria de Alvôr, where you can spot flamingos and spoonbills in the winter.
The total is about 38 km/25 miles, net cycling time approximately 3hr45mins.
Every Monday & Thursday; 10.00 - 15.30 hr. Cost – €37 per person
Summer Trip - the LAZY way to enjoy the beautiful & green Serra de Monchique
In the summer months you will enjoy our laziest bike trip, leading you downhill through eucalyptus and cork tree forests. 98 % of this trip is downhill, let gravity work for you!
Cycling downhill on the back roads of the Serra de Monchique, you will descend from the summit of Fóia on good roads. After a short break in a small tavern in a typical mountain village, you'll continue on good roads through a eucalyptus forest with its distinctive scent. These quiet and easy going roads lead you through one of the most rural parts of the Algarve interior.
Riding our well equipped ATB´s down the rolling hills of the Monchique Mountains is a must for your Algarve visit during this summer; the best way to enjoy the Portuguese countryside.
The total cycling distance is 22 km/14 miles, net cycling time approximately 2hr15mins.
Every Tuesday & Saturday; 10.00 - 14.00 hr. Cost – €35 per person
Price Includes
• transport up the mountain
• good All Terrain Bike for your length
• adjustable helmet
• cycle guide
• service car following the group
• picnic + water bottle
• liability insurance
For those who dot not have their own transport to reach the offices of Outdoor Tours we can provide a return transfer at a per person cost of:
Lagos, Luz, Meia Praia, Barão S.J.: € 12.00
Praia de Rocha, Portimão, Alvor: € 9.00
Carvoeiro, Ferragudo, Silves: € 14.00
Armação de Pera, Senhora de Rocha: € 15.00
Albufeira, Galé: € 17.00
East-Albufeira: € 18.00
Olhos de Agua: € 19.00
