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New MTB Destination: The Azores! Often, in our favorite places, when the white of snow fades, green and blue take over, shining brighter than ever and radiating a magnetic energy. That’s why we’ve decided to offer you a journey to the lush Azores, in the heart of the Atlantic Ocean, halfway between Europe and Canada. Known worldwide for their thousand shades of green, deep blue lakes, vast natural landscapes, and Atlantic climate, these islands belong to Portugal as the Autonomous Region of the Azores. They are located about 1,300 km from the Portuguese coast, at the same latitude as Sicily. The name Azores likely comes from the blue color, as they appear bluish from afar. Another theory suggests that the Portuguese originally called them the "Islands of the Hawks" in the 1400s, during their discovery, due to the falcons soaring in the sky. With this in mind, it’s time to prepare our bikes, grab our cameras, and set off to explore the lost archipelago of the Azores! E-Bike Rental Available
Departure
- Dates to be defined
This proposal include the accompaniment of
Erik Rolando
Cycle Touring Guide, FCI Master Instructor
National and regional cycling sports guide since the early 2000s, National Instructor of the Italian Cycling Federation, and lecturer in Cycle Touring Guide courses in the Piemonte and Valle d’Aosta regions. A lifelong cyclist and passionate lover of the mountains, mountain biking, and cycling travel. They have authored several guides on MTB and cycle touring, embracing the philosophy of sport and nature as a way of life. After years of cycling trips around the world and training in riding techniques and bicycle culture from a 360-degree perspective, they decided to design experiences for pedal travelers and those looking to improve their cycling skills. Their goal is to combine bikepacking or single-track rides with the warmth of a mountain refuge and the added joy of local cuisine and folklore.
Contact meTravel program
Day 1: Arrival in Ponta Delgada, van pickup, accommodation check-in, bike assembly, and reconnaissance ride.
Day 2: West Coast Exploration Tour, reaching Miradouro do Escalvado with a beautiful and challenging loop ride.
🚴 Distance: 70 km; Elevation gain: +1500 m; Difficulty: Easy
Day 3: Northwest Coastal Tour, loop ride.
🚴 Distance: 40 km; Elevation gain: +1310 m; Difficulty: Difficult
Day 4: Relaxation day with a boat trip along the northern coast and a thermal bath in Furnas.
Day 5: Northwest Loop Tour, exploring Sete Cidades, Lagoa Azul, and Lagoa Verde.
🚴 Distance: 50 km; Elevation gain: +1540 m; Difficulty: Medium
Day 6: Southeast Tour, riding between Provoção and Pedra Torta.
🚴 Distance: 35 km; Elevation gain: +1100 m; Difficulty: Medium
Day 7: Lagoa de Fogo Tour, circular route from Caldeiras.
🚴 Distance: 62 km; Elevation gain: +2210 m; Difficulty: Medium
Day 8: Bike packing and preparation for departure, transfer to the airport, and return journey.
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Other informations
Departure and return
Airport chosen based on the departure city
Guaranteed departure
Minimum 6 partecipants
Documents
Identity Card
The participation fee includes
- Car/van rental with full insurance
- Boat tour and thermal bath entry
- 7 overnight stays
- Presence, assistance, and guidance from a cycling tour leader with daily excursions
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