Portugal

Portugal, officially the Portuguese Republic, is a country located in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula. Portugal is the westernmost country of mainland Europe and is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west and south and by Spain to the north and east. The Atlantic archipelagos of the Azores and Madeira are also part of Portugal. The early history of Portugal, whose name derives from the Roman name Portus Cale, is shared with the rest of the Iberian Peninsula. The region was settled by Pre-Celts and Celts, giving origin to peoples like the Gallaeci, Lusitanians, Celtici and Cynetes, visited by Phoenicians and Carthaginians, incorporated in the Roman Republic dominions (as Lusitania after 45 BC until 298, settled again by Suevi, Buri, and Visigoths, and conquered by Moors. (wikipedia)

Our cycling and hiking tours take place in southern Portugal along the Atlantic coast to the Algarve region. These areas are among the most popular for their sunshine, beaches, and natural beauty. The countryside varies in topography in the Alentejo region, from the open rolling plains of the south of the Alentejo to the granite hills that border Spain in the north-east. We are mostly along the coastline in the nature reserves of Arrabida and Alentejo & Vicentine Coast.

5 Reasons to Cycle Portugal

Portugal Tours

Alentejo and Algarve Wild Coast Bike Tour This tour is a moderate to slightly challenging tour with some longer ride days, up to 80 km, but which mostly visits the natural parks and follows the coastline. You can visit beaches and enjoy very nice accommodations including 4 star hotels. We propose rides on trails and unpaved surface for more 'wild' experiences and paved roads. Price shown is self guided for minimum 2 persons. Guided trips possible with 4 or more.

8 days & 7 nights - available from September 2010

1469 Euros per person - reduced rate in low season or more than 2 persons

 

In addition to the fantastic price, bicycle tour customers really get to explore lovely natural regions with many charming villages, historical sites, a multitude of medieval villages, all in a balmy climate at their leisure. We can add on stops in Girona, Barcelona, or other regional cities.

Customer Comments

Portugal is a new destination in 2010 and comments will be added as they come in! Below are just a few of the many positive feedback notes we received from tours in nearby Spain.

" When you go to the time, trouble and expense to plan and take a vacation you hope for a great experience. Your staff in the US and contacts (in country) made for a GREAT experience. !"
- J. Prickitt

"The tour was GREAT, every day was like a treasure hunt, great new places to discover! the food, of course was unbelievable, and the best meals we had were at little places we discovered along the way for lunch, mostly three star cafes. the scenery was also unbelievable, the coast is great and the foothills were also fun and beautiful."
- Dan. G

"We had a great experinence. Terrific support and info from Maggie, Saskia and Dave."
- Al B.

"Your itinerary was really excellent and we all felt we got a true feeling for Northern Spain--the interior with the medieval villages and then the costa brava was wonderful."
- Jan T.