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![Bronze statue of a bull](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/BANQ_JNI_ST_22_090.jpg.webp?itok=e8eKut8K)
![Biker holding a cup of coffee and a pastry](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/BPGI_GBI_ST_22_010.jpg.webp?itok=UPiLBeKq)
![A performance bicycle leaning against a red door](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/BPGI_GMU_ST_21_019.jpg.webp?itok=P0tfZdqr)
![A biker with an electric bike looking towards the hills](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/BPGI_NMU_Guest_23_002.jpg.webp?itok=VfcEw4QT)
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![Rustic bell tower overlooking a small town](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/PQ_shutterstock_748139980.jpg.webp?itok=zjM1I89T)
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Spain's Andalucía to Portugal's Algarve Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
From $5,299 - $5,399 /person
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere & Casual Plus Hotels
Spain's Andalucía to Portugal's Algarve Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere & Casual Plus Hotels
2025: Aug-Oct
![Two small towns with a river between them](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/PQ_shutterstock_2289338177.jpg.webp?itok=AXDaLtjc)
![Four bikers on a road with trees behind them](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/BANQ_JNI_ST_22_042.jpg.webp?itok=SN1YQpbr)
![Bronze statue of a bull](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/BANQ_JNI_ST_22_090.jpg.webp?itok=e8eKut8K)
![Biker holding a cup of coffee and a pastry](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/BPGI_GBI_ST_22_010.jpg.webp?itok=UPiLBeKq)
![A performance bicycle leaning against a red door](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/BPGI_GMU_ST_21_019.jpg.webp?itok=P0tfZdqr)
![A biker with an electric bike looking towards the hills](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/BPGI_NMU_Guest_23_002.jpg.webp?itok=VfcEw4QT)
![Beach with a sunset in the distance](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/PQ_shutterstock_740623048.jpg.webp?itok=os1FmfFp)
![Rustic bell tower overlooking a small town](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/PQ_shutterstock_748139980.jpg.webp?itok=zjM1I89T)
![Guest cycling on beach pier, blue water, white sand in distance.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPGIF_JNI_ST_23_005.jpg.webp?itok=3LD3Oll2)
![Two men playing guitars](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/PQ_shutterstock_1178402053.jpg.webp?itok=wM7mglvT)
![Castle-like buildings on a hill surrounded by large trees](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/PQ_shutterstock_1571568406.jpg.webp?itok=nyXkoseA)
![Two women dancing with large red roses on their heads](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/PQ_shutterstock_2145367383.jpg.webp?itok=BRfSbslx)
![Wooden blank with breadsticks and a small bowl of a mixed vegetable salad](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/PQ_shutterstock_2311876727.jpg.webp?itok=oWV_LRDG)
![A sign pointing to a blue building with the word "Algarve"](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/PQ_shutterstock_2347163205.jpg.webp?itok=dKtAfDKj)
![Rustic windmill tower overlooking a small town](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/PQ_shutterstock_2448876787.jpg.webp?itok=U3xBhA50)
![Four cows in a field of purple and green flowers](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2024/PQ_shutterstock_2463606355.jpg.webp?itok=QhzeTLQx)
![Woman posing with olive tree.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/BANQ_KFL_Guest_21_002.jpg.webp?itok=B8cgNiU5)
Culture, Cuisine & Coastal Bliss from Seville to Lisbon
Adventure through Andalusian forests to the golden coast of Portugal. Flamenco to fado, jamón to tinned fish, sangria to medronho —this two-country journey has endless wonders to explore.
Highlights
- Cycle past oak trees and river streams through the gentle foothills of Andalusia’s Sierra de Morena mountain range
- Sample local ibérico ham, prized for its extra-tender meat and distinct nutty flavor
- Venture past the Algarve’s beaches and into its World Heritage-recognized hillsides and citrus groves
- Spend a magical evening watching traditional folk dancing on an outdoor terrace under the stars
- Bike around Ria Formosa lagoon, a gorgeous Portuguese marshland that is home to ample wildlife
![Spain Andalucia to Portugal Algarve Bike Tour map](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_page_map/public/2024/25_EM_BPQI.jpg.webp?itok=6pwJiaq2)
Start Seville
End Lisbon
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
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Days 1-2
Rendezvous in lively Seville • Enjoy lunch at an elegant pousada • Pass rolling hills blanketed in multiple shades of green as you ride between forests, pastures and along the Aracena reservoir • Explore picturesque pueblos blancos (white towns), vestiges of Andalusia’s Moorish roots • Visit Gruta de las Maravillas (Cave of Wonders), Aracena’s stunning underground cave system • Walk through Aracena’s old town, sampling a variety of tapas along the way.
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Nights 1-2
With a privileged location looking out over the village of Aracena, and off into the mountains behind it, Barceló Aracena is the perfect place to relax and soak up the Andalucía lifestyle. (pool, spa)
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Day 3
Cross the Guadiana River, a natural border between Spain and Portugal • From the picturesque village of Alcoutim, bike on riverside paths to lunch at an organic farm • Spend the afternoon winding past reservoirs and farmlands before the coast emerges • Relax on white-sand beaches just a short stroll from our splendid hotel.
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Night 3
This sleek hotel takes advantage of its magnificent setting with ample floor-to-ceiling windows looking out at the forest and sea, and a path leading down to white-sand beaches. (pool, spa)
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Days 4-6
Bike on quiet paths that weave between the white and brown pools of the Castrom Marim salt baths • Visit unhurried Tavira, a fishing village nestled along the Gilão River • Rolling hillsides and groves of fig trees line our path toward a rustic bodega • Sample some of the region's sweet reds as you gaze out at vineyard-rich hills • Keep an eye peeled for flamingos, storks and egrets while you cycle through Ria Formosa lagoon • Picnic on local specialties at a family-run olive oil press and learn about the centuries-old process behind this regional delight • Immerse yourself in the colors of the countryside as you coast through olive and orange trees • Toast to a wonderful week in Spain and Portugal with a gastronomic farewell dinner.
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Nights 4-5
This new collection of whitewashed buildings is designed to look like a traditional Portuguese village, set amid olives groves, oak valleys and the green hills of the Algarve right next to an 18-hole golf course. (pool, spa)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
The slower pace, relaxed approach to life and old-world qualities in Portugal are some of the highlights of this spectacular region and are reflected in the hotels and restaurants on this trip. This said, service can lack a sense of urgency when compared with the service found in other parts of Europe. Additionally, while the Premiere hotels we've chosen are some of the finest in the country, they may seem a bit simpler than the Backroads European standard. The same can be said for Portuguese cuisine, which is traditionally a celebration of local flavors but is also bit more rustic than other places we visit in Europe.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
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Nights 1-2
*Casual Plus Hotel
With a privileged location looking out over the village of Aracena, and off into the mountains behind it, Barceló Aracena is the perfect place to relax and soak up the Andalucía lifestyle. (pool, spa)
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Night 3
Premiere Hotel
This sleek hotel takes advantage of its magnificent setting with ample floor-to-ceiling windows looking out at the forest and sea, and a path leading down to white-sand beaches. (pool, spa)
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Nights 4-5
Premiere Hotel
This new collection of whitewashed buildings is designed to look like a traditional Portuguese village, set amid olives groves, oak valleys and the green hills of the Algarve right next to an 18-hole golf course. (pool, spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
![Backroads Performance Racer 2.0](/sites/default/files/styles/whats_included/public/2023/NEW_Equipment_Bikes_Performance_2.0_600x400.jpg.webp?itok=aU_EVsVj)
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Redesigned for 2024
- Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
![Backroads Touring Bike](/sites/default/files/styles/whats_included/public/2024/Equipment_Bikes_Touring_600x400.jpg.webp?itok=B5CO-eD2)
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
![Backroads Electric-Assist Bike](/sites/default/files/styles/whats_included/public/2023/Electric_Assist_Bike.jpg.webp?itok=W7NEAvmZ)
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
![Cannondale Synapse Pro Carbon Bike](/sites/default/files/styles/whats_included/public/2020/Equipment_Bikes_Cannondale_600x400_1.jpg.webp?itok=ytR5rdD4)
- $650 rental fee; subject to availability
- Ride like a pro with the top-of-the-line carbon Cannondale Synapse Hi-Mod Red ETAP AXS
- Delivering phenomenal acceleration and handling in a light and powerful package
- Built for hard-core riders
![Co-Motion Torpedo Tandem Bike](/sites/default/files/styles/whats_included/public/2020/Equipment_Bikes_tandem_600x400.jpg.webp?itok=VUFcsPP5)
- $400 rental fee
- Hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed Cro-Moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train
- Custom upgraded wheelset
- Best for riders with some tandem experience.
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