Volta ao Algarve Bike Tour

This superb race in the sun the Volta ao Algarve as become an important early season race for the best professional cyclists in the world. Make this your perfect start to the year with a visit to Portugal and enjoy all the spectacle of this fantastic race route in the Algarve. An event not to be missed with this amazing cycling week in Europe this February.

About the Volta ao Algarve:
The Volta is the only Portuguese stage race on the UCI Pro Series circuit, with the race route exploring the Algarve in the south of Portugal.
The format of the race stays the same each year, and includes a time trial, challenging mountains of the Serra de Monchique and Serra do Caldeirao ranges, and sprint stages. Some thing for everyone and the ideal all-round test for the professional cycling peloton.
The 50th edition of the Volta ao Algarve Tour consists of 5 stages and will cover 752.9 kilometers and have an elevation gain of 14,455 meters.
Each year the Volta route includes quiet cycling roads we’ve been exploring for over 10 years.
Bike race tours are more enjoyable when you Unpack Once, Ride Everyday with this small group cycling vacation. With an exciting variety of contrasting stages on offer, join the action live and enjoy a selection of superb, tailored rides to suit all abilities.

Highlights:

• Get close to your favourite superstars of professional cycling in a relaxed environment
• Europe’s hidden cycling secret, the Algarve ‘Rocha Praia Mar’ – cliffs, beaches, ocean
• Get your cycling season off to a flying start with miles in the sun!
• Spectacular rides of the natural Algarve including actual race routes
• Insight to stage race action live from the roadside each day with stage starts, sprint finishes, mountain action, time trial power.
• Amazing value, friendly Portugal, superb cycling & great local food!