CYCLING & NUTRITION RETREAT
March, May and November
🌟 Spaces available for November 2026!
Cycling and yoga retreat with farm-to-table cuisine, massage therapy and a focus on self-care
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YOGA & CYCLING RETREAT – AT A GLANCE
Bike Type: Road or Hybrid
Number of riding days: 5
Tour Type: Guided
Airport Faro
Km / day: 40-80km
Elevation gain / day: 800-1000m
Overall Difficulty: All Levels
Accommodation: Boutique Rural Hotel
Are you in need of a break from your busy schedule? Our cycling and nutrition retreat might be just what your mind and soul needs. Here’s everything you need to know…
On our cycling and nutrition retreat in southern Portugal, we invite you to step back, ride and relax. You will experience:
- Fabulous high quality accommodation at Quinta do Freixo, an organic farm in the heart of the Algarve countryside
- A wonderful menu of meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks), designed by Karelle, our registered nutritionist
- 6 breathtaking guided rides into the local Portuguese landscape (different groups for all levels)
- Beautiful roads; smooth, safe and traffic-free
- A selection of yoga and stretching sessions throughout the week
- A massage during the week to refresh and relax
- A truly bespoke week of cycling – with route designed to suit you
- A range of nutrition talks and the opportunity to speak with Karelle one-on-one regarding any specific nutritional questions you might have
- Mechanical support
For the first time, we are offering two options: a 3-day Discovery Retreat and a 6-Day Immersive Retreat. Find out more below!
Karelle and Fiona, your hosts!
Who is this cycling and yoga retreat for?
This cycling, nutrition and wellness holiday is aimed at cyclists or triathletes (women or men!) who would like to enjoy a warm-weather cycling getaway in beautiful surroundings and high quality accommodation, as well indulging in delicious cuisine. It is also aimed at guests that care about sustainable tourism, for example the positive impact tourism can have on local people’s livelihoods.
If you are looking for an escape where all of your needs are catered for and you truly get a chance to focus on yourself – then this is the holiday for you.
Let us plan every last detail for you, from your airport transfer to your post-ride snack. All you have to do is book your flights and we will take care of the rest.
How challenging is the cycling on this wellness retreat?
On our cycling, nutrition and wellness retreats, the cycling is truly for all levels.
In the past we have had participants recovering from illness, novices as well as strong cyclists. We create appropriate routes based on the clients desires, splitting into ability groups during most retreats so that everyone is getting what they want from the week.
We can also provide e-bikes (a popular option) for anyone that might find the Algarve rolling hills easier!
What is the terrain usually like on this tour?
The terrain surrounding Quinta do Freixo, where we host our retreats is considered rolling. We use beautiful, quiet backroads for our rides – some of which have some climbs, but nothing too challenging (unless you want it!).
The hikes are in the hotel grounds, and not at all technical.
What extra activities are included in the retreat?
Our retreats include: 2 yoga sessions, 1 massage, hikes, minimum 2 nutrition talks by Karelle, as well as optional meditation sessions.
On offer is also an optional extra treatment (e.g. facial or relaxing massage) which is chosen and paid for the week before your trip.
What type of bike is best for the wellness retreat?
This is a road cycling week – so any bike that you’d take on the road is perfect.
We rent road bikes, hybrid bikes and e-bikes for this tour, to suit all participants.
What can I expect in terms of the cuisine on this retreat?
Karelle, our host and certified nutritionist takes care of all the menus for the week. Food will be seasonal and will vary a little depending on what the farm is harvesting in the moment.
Food is fresh, packed full of all the nutrients you will need to replenish your body, fuelled for the week of excercise and keep you energized.
Karelle will also be available for 1:1 sessions during the week if you’ve got particular questions regarding your diet.
I am a vegan or vegetarian - will this work on the retreat?
Yes. Karelle and the kitchen staff at Quinta do Freixo are used to adapting meals for plant-based participants, whilst keeping the nutritional value suitable for a week of excercise!
What time of year do you run the retreats?
Our dates are listed above, however normally we run retreats in March, May and November each year.
Can I book a private retreat for a group?
Of course. We also run retreats for private groups – just get in touch with us to create this with our team.
Are the roads safe in Portugal?
Yes, in Portugal, the roads we plan for our clients are generally very safe for cycling, with many sections having light traffic, especially outside of major towns. The road surfaces is mostly well-maintained, and drivers in Portugal are accustomed to cyclists.
We hate traffic just as much as you do – we stick where ever possible to small backroads and go to the best local cafés!
WHO ARE WE?
FIONA HUNTER JOHNSTON
I have over 10 years experience in the cycling and events organisation industry.
I am absolutely passionate about sharing the ‘real’ Portugal with my clients, and I can’t wait to welcome you to this beautiful country.
KARELLE LAURENT
I am French and a mother of two. I am (also) lucky enough to call Portugal my home. I am a registered nutrition therapist and I offer 1 – 1 consultations online and at my clinic, to client to support them with their performance and health goals. I also offer group sessions online to clients based in Singapore, France or the UK and here in Portugal.
What’s Included?
Airport transfers
4 spectacular guided road rides throughout the best of Algarve
6 nights high quality accommodation at Quinta do Freixo
All meals designed by nutritionist Karelle Laurent
Delicious buffet breakfast
Lunch (either at the hotel, picnic lunch or at a local café)
3 Course Dinner and wine at Quinta do Freixo each evening
100% organic ingredients, locally sourced
1 massage with Alex, our professional sports masseur
2 Guided Yoga practices with Pauline
2 Guided Walks in local Algarve countryside
Range of fantastic running trails right from your door
Knowledgable and friendly guides beside you every pedal of the way
Support vehicles
GPX files of all stages in advance
Mechanical assistance
Ride snacks
All staff first-aid qualified
Civil liability Insurance
5* service – our promise!
Not Included
Flights
Extras, e.g. Bike Hire, Single Room Supplement
Day by Day
Arrival into Faro and transfer to hotel
We will meet you on arrival into Faro Airport, and take you to our amazing boutique, family run hotel at Quinta do Freixo, Benafim. You will love the peaceful atmosphere of the hotel and it’s surrounding countryside.
Quinta do Freixo is situated in the heart of the Algarve, with fabulous cycling routes in all directions. Not only that, there are walking routes from the door into the hills in the 500ha property, a beautiful yoga deck and fabulous pool to relax by in the afternoons.
DAY 1: Morning Ride + Afternoon Yoga
We will start the day with a wonderful breakfast together at the hotel. This will be followed by an easy 2-3hr ride including lunch en route at one of the picturesque villages close by. We will arrive back in the afternoon with plenty of time to enjoy the pool, read a book or have a walk before yoga at 5pm.
Your first session with Pauline is an uplifting and energising yoga practice to begin the week. All levels are catered for, so don’t worry if you have never done it before, Pauline will take care of you!
This session will be taken either outside on the yoga deck in good weather, or inside.
DAY 3: Morning Ride + Nutrition Talk
Today you will ride all the way east to Silves, the ancient Arab capital of the Algarve. Make some time to admire the castle, one of the best examples of Islamic architecture in the region.
In the afternoon we have a nutrition talk with Karelle: ‘The Wellness Plate’ and getting the basics right.
DAY 3: Morning Walk, Afternoon Massage + Yoga
For those on the 3-Day, 3-Night retreat, it’s time to depart. We will arrange a transfer for you to the airport.
Today we have the option for a hike up Rocha da Pena – the stunning mountain that overlooks our hotel. It’s a beautiful 2hr walk, with 360 degree views across the entire Algarve, all the way to the coast.
For those that would like to ride instead – no problem, we will have an option for that too.
We will come back for another fabulous yoga session with Pauline, and for massages provided by our local professional sports masseur.
DAY 4: Morning Ride + Afternoon Yoga
Todays ride heads into the heart of the Serra de Caldeirao close to the hotel. It’s full of perfect peaceful roads, with great surface and very few cars. You will be in the forest for much of the climbing, with towering eucalyptus and gnarled cork oak providing shade throughout the year.
Alte, the ‘most typical village in the Algarve’, is a must-see for all cyclists riding in the Algarve. It has a bike café and a truly authentic feel to it. You will love this village!
Your final yoga practice is a relaxing yoga nidra session, with long stretches and a focus on the breath…
DAY 5: Morning Ride, Afternoon Treatments + Nutrition Talk
We start the day with a stunning (but optional!) walk before breakfast to see the sunrise.
Afterwards, we will set off to ride into the hills. This ride will amaze you with it’s incredibly quiet and well-maintained roads and breath-taking views across the countryside. It’s a challenging day, but we are in no hurry – time to get into a nice rhythm on the hills and take in the scenery.
During the afternoon we will finish the week with a selection of optional treatments, and a second talk from Karelle, all about the importance of Gut Health and how to optimise it.
DAY 6: Departure
All good things must come to an end and we will be so sad to see you go! We will transfer you to Faro Airport and from there you will take your flight home. See you next time!
3-Day, 3-Night Discovery Retreat
Short on time? Sign up for our 3-day option and return refreshed
Arrive on Day 0 and depart on Day 3
Available in March and November
PRICE PER PERSON
Shared Room €800pp
Single Room €975pp
5-Day, 6-Night Immersive Retreat
Time to fully recharge those batteries?
Choose our 5-day option for the full experience
March, April and November
PRICE PER PERSON
Shared Room €1800pp
Single Room €2190pp
READY TO BOOK?
Follow the link for your chosen dates and we will look forward to meeting you on the retreat!
If you have any questions about our Cycling and Nutrition Retreat feel free to reach out to us. One of our friendly team will get back to you within one working day. Don’t forget we create bespoke trips too – please don’t hesitate to ask and we will do our best to make your ideas a reality.
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