Monte Horizonte

Cyclists who had put the brakes on a European bicycling vacation in these economically challenging times can get their bikes back in gear! Easy Rider Tours has rolled out a new 6-day “Biking Breakaways” trip, priced at a budget-friendly $1,995 per person. The “Algarve Blue” tour is a scenic spin along the southwest coast. Cloudless skies, miles of scenic shoreline, and colorful architecture combine. Cyclists’ most memorable ride might be the trek to the land’s end at Cabo de São Vicente, the southwestern most point in Europe and once considered the edge of the Western world. Plenty of “off-bike” time is planned for relaxing along the region’s famed beaches and visiting historic landmarks from Roman ruins to an ancient Moorish fortress. The tour finishes in the historic seaport of Lagos, known for its museums, gardens, sidewalk cafes, and, of course, inviting ocean waters. Cost is $1,995 per person price includes all accommodations, most meals, use of a 24-speed bicycle, two experienced guides, and a support vehicle to carry luggage (and the occasional tired cyclist). Airfare is not included in the tour price. Tours are offered from June through mid-October.