WHAT’S INCLUDED

6 days / 5 nights / 4 days cycling

Support Level

• Experienced, knowledgeable local Guides
• A GPS device on your handlebar with all bike tracks preloaded
• Our comfortable support and backup vehicle van with air conditioning
• Techno-mechanical assistance at all times
• All transportation from airport pick-up to drop-off
• All baggage transportation by our team
• Documentation booklet about PortugalBike Tour
• Personal Accident Insurance and Liability Insurance
• First-Aid assistance on location

Accommodations

• One Pousada – Charming Hotel (located in a 13th century Fortress)
• One Pousada – Monument Hotel (12th century former Cistercian Monastery with pool)
• One 4* Historic Hotel (18th century former Convent with a pool)
• One 4* Historic Hotel (16th century former Manor House)
• One 3* cozy Hotel front of the river

Meals

• 5 Breakfasts
• 5 Dinners (including our famous wines, cheeses and desserts)
• Daily water supply, fruits, energy-bars, nuts etc.

Gear

• Superior quality hybrid bicycles with disc brakes and 30 speeds, tailored to your height and specifications
• PortugalBike cycling jersey to keep
• PortugalBike water bottles to keep
• Specialized helmets (optional)

Please note:

Prices are based on a double bedroom occupancy (hotels may be different depending on availability) | Scheduled version: We require a minimum of 4 people to confirm a scheduled departure | Groups: Discount for Groups of 8 or more people | E-Bike rental: + Euro 240 | If you wish a different date, ask us for prices and availability.

Arrival

Welcome at Porto airport, 1.5-hour drive to Monção (or 4.5-hour drive from Lisbon airport), briefing about the tour. Lodging in a 4* Historic Hotel (18th century former Convent). Lodging in Convento dos Capuchos.

The fortified town at the border with Spain

30km (19mi), level 2 (1.5), total climbing 330m (1080ft).
After breakfast we will ride on several bicycle paths along the river (that marks the border), always with Spain on the other side of the river, and we continue cycling until we get to the fortified small town. Lodging in a Pousada, in a 13th century Fortress which is set on the highest place of the old fortified area of this historic town, with a great view to the Spanish border. Lodging in Pousada de Valença, Charming Hotel located in a 13th century Fortress.

The Atlantic coast

58km (36mi), level 3 (2.5), total climbing 310m (1020ft).
After breakfast we will ride along the river along a beautiful cycle lane to another small and beautiful historic town, sometimes very close to the Atlantic Ocean where you can feel the fresh breeze that comes from the beaches; other times cycling along winding roads sided by small houses and crossing small villages. Lodging in a 16th century Manor House, a charming 4* hotel, that keeps its history and memories alive. Lodging in Casa Melo Alvim Hotel.

Crossing a dense forest to get to another medieval town

28km (17mi), level 2 (1.5), total climbing 200m (660ft).
After breakfast we will cross the bridge and leave town and we continue cycling along the river within a dense forest. We will finish our bike day in a place that is considered “the oldest village in Portugal”. Lodging in a cozy three-star Hotel in front of the river. Lodging in Império do Norte Hotel.

The most typical views in Minho region

48km (30mi), level 3 (3.2), total climbing 720m (2360ft).
After breakfast we ride on the green and luxuriant Gerês Hills. We can see vast vineyards with grapes to make the very known “green wine”, very typical from this region, and here and there we can find some houses. Lodging in a Pousada that is the result of the restoration of a former Cistercian Monastery of the 12th century. Lodging in Pousada Mosteiro de Amares, Monument Hotel.

Departure

After breakfast transfer to Porto or Lisbon airport (1.5-hour drive to Porto or 4-hours’ drive to Lisbon).

Total distance 164km (102mi) | Average 41km/day (25mi/day) | 44% asphalt + 56% dirt-roads and bike lanes

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On this tour you can ride with one of these bicycles

SCOTT SPORTSTER

COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE

Sporster 20 Solution emphasises comfort and convenience for touring and transportation. Equipped with a lockout fork and Syncros components, the Sportster is set up perfectly for your excursions with a more vertical and comfortable position.

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BOSCH SYSTEM

E-BIKE

Now you don’t have any excuse for not participating on a Portugal Bike Tour! Don’t be afraid of not being able to keep up with the group. Now you can ride an e-bike without feeling too exhausted! The system works as if someone is pushing at your back! The more you pedal, the more electric assistance you have.

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