Portugal
A unique opportunity to discover the most genuine side of the Algarve, cycling through the hills of Silves and enjoying breathtaking views
We start early in the morning heading to a secret garden where a local farmer will serve a delicious home-made breakfast prepared with its own fruits and produce from the farm. A coffee and a chat with the owner will get you into the rural side of the Algarve with its traditions and cultural heritage. After this stop we will cycle on comfortable e-bikes along white-washed villages and the stunning beauty of the so called "Barrocal", the inland Algarve. Along the way we will stop at a cheese factory to take away the freshest goat cheese and then in a bakery to learn first-hand how the famous "Bread with Chouriço" is prepared in a real wood-fired oven. All packed, we'll head to a panoramic point on top of a hill to enjoy these delicacies with amazing views over the valley and rolling hills of Silves. On the way back, an hidden lake will reveal all its beauty.
Our bikes are electric assisted, meaning that pedaling is always required in order to move the bikes and get the boost from the battery.
There is no button or throattle you can press in order to move the bikes without pedalling.
I'll be waiting for you at the entrance of the B&B Gato Preto de Silves.
For the directions follow this link: https://goo.gl/maps/SJA7zuQ9NTxE8nys5
Yes, it is possible to book a private transfer from/to your hotel or holiday house.
Pricing depends on the distance to the meeting point. After completing your reservation, please get in touch to get a quote.
No, this tour may be rescheduled in case of severe weather conditions (strong wind or rain). In case you can't partecipate on the new date, a full refund will be offered.
Yes, I did run the tour for families with children of 12 years old without any problems. What is very important is that the minimum height of 1.40 cm is reached. I do have electric byclces XS, but less than 1.40 cm is not advisable.
The total track lenght is about 45 km. Depending on weather conditions, we may opt for a shorter (40km) or longer (50km) if it's not too warm.
Anyway, the tour is absolutely fine for any fitness level, being electric assisted bikes really powerful and provided with long lasting batteries (more than 70km autonomy)