DISCOVER THE ALGARVE & GRANFONDO



18-23 February 2026





€949 | £849 | $1099*​
(Early Booking price until 31/10)


Deposit €299


Bring a non-cycling companion for €599


To stay for a shorter or longer time, please contact us.


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THE ALGARVE, EUROPE'S SOUTHERN GEM





Undiscovered and unique. This is the Algarve.


Quiet roads and beautiful coastline is what makes this region unforgettable.

This cycling holiday is a pre-season trip suitable to get ready for your spring/summer season whether you are a racer or a leisure rider.


The trip is built around the Volta Algarve professional cycling race, so that you can get the opportunity to watch the pros a few of the days.
The highlight of the trip is surely the Gran Fondo Algarve on Saturday and the hill climb on Sunday for you to take part!

We are the Official Event Partner of the Algarve Gran Fondo!




What's included


  • 5 Nights in 4* Self Catering Vilar Do Golf in Quinta Do Lago
  • 6 spectaculars days of cycling
  • Airport transfers including luggage and bikes from Faro (FAO) airport to the hotel and vice-versa at the below details. Private transfers can be organised
  • Ground transportation to evening restaurants
  • Every day guided cycling rides with our experienced and friendly guides
  • Every day full Pro Experience with a full back-up car
  • Snacks & water on route
  • GPX files sent in advance
  • Pro tips by our ex-pro staff
  • All kit laundry


What's not included

  • Flights ​
  • Meals
  • Single room in shared two bedroom apartment at €25/night
  • Your own apartment at €69/night
  • Bike Rental starting from €220 (6 days)
  • Gran Fondo entry
  • Travel insurance
  • Massages


Airport transfers.


18/02 From FAO Airport at 13:30

23/02 From Accommodation to FAO Airport at 14:30


Accommodation is only 15 min away from Faro airport. If you cannot make the above transfers, is very easy to get to the accommodation, and a private transfer can be organised.



TRIP AT GLANCE





START & FINISH LOCATION: Quinta Do Lago


DAYS RIDING: 5 days


TOTAL DISTANCE: 400km approx


GROUP SIZE: 15/20 max (2 groups on the road each day)


LEVEL: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert


LONGEST DAY: Gran Fondo Algarve



DAY TO DAY BREAKDOWN



GPX routes will be sent before the trip.





ARRIVAL DAY AND COFFEE RIDE
50km | 600mt



Welcome to the Algarve!
After check in, and when everyone is ready, we head out for a short ride to shake up the legs after the flights.



ALTO MALHAO & GRAN FONDO RECCE
110km | 1900mt or 80km | 1000mt



First day and we head north to Algarve's steepest climb. 3km with parts at 10%. The way out and back to Malhao is all up and down through the beautiful village and quiet roads.



PRE GRAN FONDO RIDE TO QUERENÇA
40km | 350mt



A 40 km scheduled today for a perfect activation ride for tomorrow. We ride around the Golf Courses of the area, and grab a coffee by the beach, overlooking at the ocean and waves.



GRAN FONDO ALGARVE
130km | 2200mt (Granfondo)
90km | 1300mt (Mediofondo)



Today, Sunday is the day of the Gran Fondo Algarve event! Early start of an amazing day in the saddle!



TAVIRA RIDE
65km | 750mt



A stunning ride on the hills of the Algarve. Perfect for recovery from the previous day. We ride to the beautiful village of Querenca. Quiet roads, great coffee and great scenery.



LEAVING DAY AND COFFEE RIDE
35km | 200mt



Last day. If feel to do the last quick ride before catching your fly, we have planned a stunning ride around the golf courses of Quinta Do Lago for you. See you next time on another Cycling Holiday!



PREVIOUS TRIPS GALLERY



YOUR TOUR GUIDES



Professionals, with many years of experience.



MATTEO CIGALA



Founder & Head Coach



Since founding Cigala Cycling Travel in 2015, Matteo has been leading over 10 tours per year. A former pro and current amateur racer, Matteo is the 2022 European Champion Gran Fondo.



AMEDEO TABINI



Tour Guide Leader



A former pro cyclist, Amedeo is a cycling tour guide for a decade. It is one of the most experience guides that you will ever find, counting almost over 1000 days on tours.
Finally, Amedeo is a qualified massage therapist.



MARINE LENEHAN



Tour Guide, Nutritionist, Massage Therapist & Yoga Teacher



Current European Champion Gran Fondo Women, Marine has a vast knowledge in cycling as well as individuals wellness.
She is a qualified sports nutritionist, massage therapist & yoga teacher.



ACCOMMODATION: 4* SEL CATERING APARTMENT IN QUINTA DO LAGO RESORT



The four star Vilar do Golf is situated in the prestigious 2,000 acre Quinta do Lago Estate in the Algarve, Portugal.

It features indoor and outdoor pools, a children’s pool, whirlpool, fitness centre and spa.

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

The air-conditioned villas include a well-equipped kitchen with oven, hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, coffee machine, dishwasher and washing machine/dryer. Each villa has a private bathroom with bath or shower and balcony or terrace. Satellite TV, a DVD player and iHome alarm clock are also provided.

With stunning views of the Quinta do Lago Golf Course, the Bobby Jones restaurant serves a delicious range of local and international dishes made using fresh local ingredients.

The seasonal pool bar and grill serves light meals and refreshments, while the Noa café serves breakfast, lunch and snacks. For your convenience a grocery store is also available on-site.



WALKING DISTANCE TO EUROPE NEWEST HIGH PEFORMANCE CENTRE: THE CAMPUS



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FRAMESET: Pinarello Angliru Rim or Disc / Ultegra


GRUPPO: Shimano 11s or 12s - Compact

PEDALS: Bring your own


SADDLE: Fizik

WHEELSET: Alloy



DISCOVER THE ALGARVE & GRANFONDO



18-23 February 2026


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Memorable adventures. New friends.
Shared passion. Lifetime experience.

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