Day One Arrive at Ponta Delgada airport. Transfer to the Solar do Conde in Capelas.
Day Two In the morning, the bicycles will be delivered to the Solar do Conde. After an introductory briefing with our representative, depart for a 20km ride along the north coast, passing through the villages of Sao Vicente, Ferreira and Aflitos before returning to Capelas. Overnight at the Solar do Conde.
Day Three Today’s ride (45km) will initially follow the beautiful north coast of Sao Miguel. After departing from the Solar do Conde in Capelas you will follow the coastal road through the villages of Fenais da Luz, Calhetas and Rabo de Peixe to the town of Ribeira Grande. After a visit of the town, including the picturesque Town Square, continue your ride to Furnas. Overnight at the Hotel Terra Nostra Garden. Note: This route includes a 5km hill climb.
Day Four Today’s tour (25km) will depart from the Hotel Terra Nostra Garden in Furnas. This is a gentle route during which you will visit the hot springs (in which the traditional meal, Cozido, is cooked), Furnas Lake and the typical fishing village of Ribeira Quente. Take time in Ribeira Quente to relax, stroll along the beach or enjoy a meal before returning to Furnas.
Day Five Free time in Furnas to relax and unwind in the 30 acre botanical gardens owned by the Hotel Terra Nostra Garden. Alternatively, you can cycle from Furnas to the village of Povoacao and back again. This route has many accentuated uphill and downhill stretches but, if you are in shape, this ride will give you ample opportunity to admire the beautiful countryside of the Povoacao valley.
Day Six Today you will cycle along the southern coastline from the Hotel Terra Nostra Garden to Ponta Delgada, the island’s capital. This route, approximately 45km, will pass through the towns of Vila Franca do Campo, Agua de Pau and Lagoa before finishing in Ponta Delgada. Overnight at the Hotel Vila Nova in Ponta Delgada.
Day Seven Today’s tour (40km) will depart Ponta Delgada, heading west to the Sete Cidades lakes. This route includes a stop at the ‘Vista do Rei’ viewpoint from which you can enjoy a spectacular view over the twin lakes, one blue in colour the other green. Return to Ponta Delgada for overnight at the Hotel Vila Nova.
Day Eight Transfer to Ponta Delgada airport for the return flight home.
Price includes:
- Direct scheduled flights with SATA International from London Gatwick to Ponta Delgada (Sao Miguel).
- 7 nights accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis as detailed.
- Transfers on arrival and departure
- Luggage transportation between the hotels.
- 21-gear mountain bike
- One bag and one puncture repair kit per couple
- Route maps n Public liability insuranc
| No. of nights |
Accommodation |
Location |
| 2 |
Solar Do Conde |
Capelas, Sao Miguel |
| 3 |
Hotel Terra Nostra Garden |
Furnas, Sao Miguel |
| 2 |
Hotel Vila Nova |
Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel |
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