Northern Portugal & Douro Valley Family Bike Tour - 20s & Beyond
Ancient Porto & Valley Vineyards
They say the soul of Portugal is found in the north. Amid Porto's majestic bridges, iconic tile façades and echoes of ancient nobility. It lingers in the terraced vineyards that have been producing the region's exquisite wines for centuries. Ride winding mountain roads past lost-in-time stone villages. Unwind in unique elegant hotels imbued with history. This cycling journey is positively soulful.
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Start/End Porto
Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Highlights
- Discover the emerald landscape and vineyards of Northern Portugal and the lush Douro River Valley
- Ride winding roads through the rugged terrain of Peneda-Gerês National Park, a World Biosphere Reserve
- Journey off the beaten path and into traditional mountain culture in Trás-os-Montes and the Alto Douro
- Celebrate the day with a post-ride glass of Portugal's inimitable and slightly effervescent Vinho Verde
Portugal
Start/End Porto
Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Day 1 Start out in historic Porto, a World Heritage city and vibrant university town | Pass tiny stone villages and medieval ruins as you bike through the rugged green hills of Peneda-Gerês National Park | Step back in time and into luxury at a historic monastery turned boutique hotel.
Days 2-3 As you ride, take in views of vineyards producing the region's unique and effervescent Vinho Verde | Wander the grounds of a magnificent Portuguese solare (manor) | Taste local varietals and discover the region's longstanding wine-making traditions | Pedal quiet winding roads as you descend into the lush Douro River Valley | Enjoy lunch at an enchanting family-run quinta (farm estate) | Tour around on foot in Amarante, a charming village set on the banks of the Tâmega river | Experience Relais & Châteaux hospitality and Michelin-starred cuisine.
Days 4-6 Bike toward the Trás-os-Montes mountain range and among terraced vineyards in the Favaios valley | Discover peaks, plateaus and a welcoming mountain culture | Immerse yourself in Vidago Park's botanical bounty and purifying thermal waters | Ride to the historic town of Chaves, an off-the-beaten-path treasure tucked away in Northern Portugal's highlands | Cross an ancient Roman bridge and relax in the town's graceful cental plaza | A forested cycling route is the perfect end to a one-of-a-kind Portuguese journey.
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2020 October
Gather your favorite people to share a Backroads adventure on a ready-to-book Private Trip - featuring all the legendary Backroads hallmarks from expert leaders to unforgettable activities. You can pick from a large selection of dates for your group of 8 or more. Call us for date availability. If your party has fewer than 8 guests, or if your preferred date is not available, we'll create a departure just for you.
Private Trip Pricing
- 10 or more Guests: from $4,599 pp dbl occ
- 9 Guests: from $5,099 pp dbl occ
- 8 Guests: from $5,299 pp dbl occ
- 2-7 Guests: Give us a call or reach out here!
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