History, Heritage & Coast Self-Guided

Hybrid Bike | Self-Guided | Historic
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This Portugal Bike Tour in Portugal begins in Fatima, the most sacred place in Portugal. This is the place where it is said that Our Lady appeared to three children while they were herding their sheep in 1917. Since then it is a world-known pilgrimage place that was visited several times by more than one Pope.

The overall difficulty level of this tour is 2, Moderate (more precisely, level 2.2 between 1~5). It is recommended for enthusiast bikers.

You will see several castles and an amazing Monastery. You will ride along the sea, admiring the beautiful and well preserved long coast known by the Silver Coast, and you will ride along agrarian fields with different crops and different colors.

You will cycle towards the most typical beach in Portugal. This is a place full of old traditions and today we can still see fishermen drying fish under the sun as they did in the past.

One of the highlights of this bicycle tour in Portugal is the most-well preserved medieval town in Portugal. Originally a Roman village, it was taken from the Moors in 1148. Its castle is classified as a national monument and it is a perfect example of a medieval fortress. This is a “village-museum”, perfectly preserved and walled by its high walls which perpetuate its medieval character.

On the last day you will get to Peniche, a place of fishing traditions. You will ride towards Cape Carvoeiro admiring a beautiful scenery along the sea. Here the wind and the sea work together making the most interesting shapes of the rocks.

From
Euro 1010
Self-Guided
Tour

7
Days 

Level 2 (2.2)
Moderate

Distance
190km/118mi
38km/24mi day
Hotels
Signature

Trails
68% asphalt+32% dirt-roads
Start | End
Fátima| Peniche
Dates

Start-End

Availability

Booking

Price

Per Person

01 to 11 September, 2021

Available

Euro 1300

12 to 30 September, 2021

Available

Euro 1380

01 to 16 October, 2021

Available

Euro 1340

17 to 31 October, 2021

Available

Euro 1220

01 to 07 November, 2021

Available

Euro 1020

March, 2022

Available

Euro 1110

April, 2022

Available

Euro 1240

May, 2022

Available

Euro 1360

01 to 18 June, 2022

Available

Euro 1360

19 to 30 June, 2022

Available

Euro 1240

01 to 08 July, 2022

Available

Euro 1150

09 to 24 July, 2022

Available

Euro 1180

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Minimum number of people: 2
Location: Center Region
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WHAT’S INCLUDED

7 days / 6 nights / 5 days cycling

Support Level

  • Initial briefing providing all the necessary details
  • A Garmin GPS computer with all traks recorded
  • Our comfortable transfer vehicle van with air conditioning
  • All transportation from airport pick-up to drop-off
  • All baggage transportation by taxi
  • Documentation booklet about PortugalBike Tour
  • Personal Accident Insurance and Liability Insurance

Accommodations

  • One 4* Hotel front to the ocean
  • Two 4* Modern Hotels
  • Two 4* Charming Hotels
  • One 3* renovated Hotel

Meals

  • 6 Breakfasts

Gear

  • Superior quality hybrid bicycles with hydraulic 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) | Self-Guided version: We require a minimum of 2 people to confirm a Self-Guided departure | Longer tour: You can join two PortugalBike Tours and have a 2-week program (10% discount on the second tour) | Groups: Discount for Groups of 4 or more people | E-Bike rental: + Euro 200 | On Self-Guided tours we can offer you any date, depending on our availability. If the tour starts and ends in different months/fortnight the price will be adjusted accordingly, depending on how many days in each month/fortnight. The price on festivity dates will be adjusted accordingly.

DAY BY DAY 

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Day

1

Arrival   

Welcome at Lisbon airport. One-hour and 30-min drive to Fatima, briefing about the tour. Lodging in modern 4* hotel located very close to the Sanctuary. Lodging in Hotel Santa Maria.

Day

2

Towards the Monastery

30km (19mi), total climbing 320m (1050ft), level 2 (1.5).
After breakfast the ride takes you to a cave with some beautiful limestone formations. The tour continues along quiet roads to an amazing 14th century Monastery. Lodging in a charming 4* Hotel. Lodging in Hotel Lis Batalha.

Day

3

Towards the Silver Coast

44km (27mi), total climbing 500m (1640ft), level 3 (2.5).
After breakfast you leave the History and the inland area towards the coast and the sea, and now you will feel in a very different environment. Lodging in a cozy 4* hotel in front of the sea. Lodging in Hotel Mar e Sol & SPA.

Day

4

The most traditional beach in Portugal

40km (25mi), total climbing 560m (1840ft), level 2 (2.3). After breakfast you will cycle along a cycle lane with a gorgeous sea view that takes you to the most traditional beach in Portugal. Lodging in a renovated 3* hotel. Lodging in Concha Hotel.

Day

5

The most-well preserved medieval town

28km (17mi), total climbing 410m (1350ft), level 2 (1.7).
After breakfast you continue cycling along the sea and then inland towards the medieval town on a very pleasant bike path. Lodging in a charming 4* hotel whose building is dated from the 14th century. Lodging in Josefa d’Óbidos Hotel.

Day

6

Peniche Peninsula

50km (31mi), total climbing 530m (1740ft), level 3 (2.8).
After breakfast you ride along amazing bike paths along the lagoon and you cycle to a two-sided beach (north and south sides) and finally Peniche and the amazing rocks shaped by the sea and the wind. Lodging in a new 4* hotel, MH Peniche Hotel.

Day

7

Departure

After breakfast transfer to Lisbon airport  (1-hour drive to Lisbon).

Total distance  190km (118mi) | Average 38km/day (24mi/day) | 68% asphalt + 32% dirt-roads and bikes lanes

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ACCOMMODATIONS

The accommodations for this tour are Signature Hotels (the best charming Hotel of the region, usually stylish 4-star hotels or 5-star properties)

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TESTIMONIALS

“The tour “History, Heritage and Coast” lived up to its name as we rode along beautiful scenic stretches of ocean (from a height of course). The quaint villages and fields of flowers and crops were additional views of Portugal that I was so glad to be seeing close up by bike. I kept running out of batteries due to the number of photos that just had to be taken in Óbidos. We felt spoiled by Jose & Christina who took care of all our needs from picnics and snacks to great dinners and wonderful accommodation. They were knowledgeable and personable and have set the bar high for biking holidays. Even before the tour was over we were discussing the details of our next trip with Portugal Bike! Thanks for the wonderful holiday in Portugal.”

Kimberly Matthisen, 49 – London ON, Canada

“Thank you for the best vacation ever. (…) I am so impressed with your company and I am telling everyone; you were tour guides, personal trainers, translators, concierge, taxi, caterers, historians, friends and professional business operators. Portugal Bike takes care of everything, all you need to do is ride and enjoy!! Great home made lunches, excellent local restaurants, transportation and translation services you will be thrilled with your vacation. The time I spent off the bicycle was as interesting and diverse as during the ride. Portugal Bike is priceless and you (Jose and Cristina) are a pleasure. Spending a week with 2 total strangers and trusting their judgement was a concern of mine before selecting my trip. I recommend you both on your character and integrity; you are both excellent people (personally and as business owners). I HIGHLY recommend this trip to everyone and anyone who has a pulse and a desire to see a beautiful country. By bike, land and van, ocean coast, cliffs, beach, caves 45m under, castles, farms, countryside villages, vacation hot spots, fancy hotels, sheep herds and my favourite – Obidos, the city inside the castle walls, it’s amazing. Thank you again for everything!!!!”

Kristine Lederman, 42 – Florida, United States

“Portugal Bike’s hybrid tour of the “History and Coast” exceeded all of my expectations. I was impressed by the knowledge of our guides, the excellent & new equipment (bike, helmet, trip odometers, packs, water bottles, transport van) and also the condition and location of all hotels and restaurants – always well situated with the best views and food. Cristina and Jose recommended excellent regional choices for wine and for dinner – which we loved. Having met some cyclists en route who had planned their own trip, we’re convinced that Portugal Bike is the way to go: best routes/little traffic, varied pathways, healthy & plentiful picnics, and no worries …about anything!! I know, I would love to try a different tour next time, and possibly tack on a 2nd week while I’m at it! I cannot compliment Jose & Cristina enough – a very classy duo!”

Joanne Nolte, 49 – London ON, Canada

“In September 2015, my wife and I and three fun-loving Irish ladies cycled the History, Heritage & Coast guided bike tour. The hybrid bikes were state-of-the art, and the rides were safe, interesting, varied and very enjoyable. Our superlative guide, Jose, provided us with informative historical and environmental insights, while detail oriented Cristina organized our transportation, lodging and outstanding meals. The whole operation was professionally run with a caring and friendly approach, providing for a quality experience. Overall, we can’t say enough positive things about out trip and would highly recommend Portugal Bike tours.”

Brian Specht, 70 – Vancouver, Canada

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TOUR GEAR

On this tour you can ride with one of these bicycles
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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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E-BIKE

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