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Portugal's Algarve & Alentejo Bike Tour

From Lisbon to Vineyards, Castles & Beaches

Couples, Friends & Solos

6 days 5 nights

Activity Level: 1-4

Premiere Hotels

From: $5,199 - $5,899 pp dbl occ

($1,050 - $1,350 for sgl occ)

An ancient land experiencing a renaissance. Rich in history and Mediterranean beauty. Linger in stylish Lisbon. A cool laid-back city with a hot new restaurant scene. Bike through peaceful Alentejo. Whitewashed villages and Moorish palaces. Olive groves and vineyards. Explore southern Portugal's paradise. You will be transformed.

Portugal Porto & Douro Valley Bike Tour map
Portugal Porto & Douro Valley Bike Tour map

Portugal

Start/End Lisbon

Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.

Highlights

  • Bike from the gateway city of Lisbon, Portugal's magnificent capital, where tradition and contemporary culture meet
  • Ride quiet rural roads and enjoy extraordinary views from hilltop Monsaraz, considered the country's most beautiful village
  • Cycle past picturesque and distinctly Portuguese architecture and landscapes, stopping to say hi to the locals
  • Discover untouched beaches, ancient ruins, and postcard-ready white-walled villages

Itinerary

Accommodations may vary based on departure date.
6 Days Premiere Hotels
Accommodations may vary based on departure.
Days 1-2
Description

Discover the allure of Lisbon, where old-world charm meets cosmopolitan culture | Bike past olive and cork trees and endless vineyards in Portugal's agricultural heart | Visit an olive oil farm and learn about the centuries-old process behind this regional delight | Relish a typical Alentejo-style dinner in one of the area’s most beautiful villages and enjoy luxury accommodations in historic Monsaraz.

Accommodations
Exterior view of the Sao Lourenco do Barrocal
São Lourenço do Barrocal
Monsaraz
| Premiere Hotel

A luxuriously restored 200-year-old agrarian estate that offers stylish rooms, rustic charm, lush gardens and farm-to-table dining. (pool, spa)

Day 3
Description

Admire the warm tones of terra-cotta in Portugal’s pottery capital and fill up on souvenirs before picnicking at a traditional family-run herdade (farmhouse) | Bike amid a bucolic rolling landscape en route to Évora | Discover Alentejo's spectacular capital—a World Heritage site, vibrant university town and member of the Most Ancient European Towns Network. 

Accommodations
Convento do Espinheiro Hotel & Spa Grounds
Convento do Espinheiro Hotel & Spa
Évora
| Premiere Hotel

A luxuriously renovated 15th-century convent with spacious rooms and elegant details, located just outside of Évora's World Heritage-designated town center. (pool, spa)

Days 4-6
Description

Experience dramatically different landscapes in the neighboring Algarve region | Take in majestic coastal views from the Monchique Mountains toward honey-hued limestone cliffs | Enjoy the fragrance of orange blossom flowers as you bike quiet country roads | Swing through a Moorish hamlet before settling into our beachfront Relais & Châteaux hotel | Ride along the rugged coast near Sagres, protected by Costa Vicentina National Park | Adventure to Vasco da Gama's home port | Savor local flavors at our farewell dinner | Close out your journey with an early morning ride through a fishing village or a walk on the beach.

Accommodations
Exterior Bela Vista Hotel
Bela Vista Hotel & Spa
Portimão
| Premiere Hotel

Adjacent to famed Praia da Rocha, this exquisite hotel seamlessly blends traditional and modern in uniquely Portuguese fashion. A Relais & Château member. (pool, spa)

The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy.

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Activity Level: 1-4

Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. Several routes and a range of levels are offered each day so you can choose how much or how little activity you want to do. Learn more about how we determine activity levels.

Route notes

Portugal's landscape is characterized by constant rises and valleys, and the continuously rolling terrain, as well as high heat in the summer months, can make routes feel more challenging than the mileage may suggest.

Daily Route Options

* Includes shuttle.
Day 1
Biking
Level 1 | 13 miles | 600 ft. gain
Level 2 | 22 miles | 1200 ft. gain
Day 2
Biking
Level 1 | 20 miles* | 1000 ft. gain
Level 2 | 30 miles* | 1700 ft. gain
Level 3 | 42 miles* | 2400 ft. gain
Level 4 | 54 miles | 2900 ft. gain
Other
Walking Tour of Monsaraz (1 hour)
Day 3
Biking
Level 2 | 22 miles* | 900 ft. gain
Level 3 | 38 miles* | 1700 ft. gain
Level 4 | 48 miles | 2100 ft. gain
Other
Walking Tour of Évora (1 hour)
Day 4
Biking
Level 1 | 11 miles* | 500 ft. gain
Level 2 | 17 miles* | 800 ft. gain
Level 3 | 32 miles* | 1600 ft. gain
Level 4 | 42 miles | 2200 ft. gain
Day 5
Biking
Level 1 | 14 miles* | 800 ft. gain
Level 2 | 20 miles* | 1300 ft. gain
Level 3 | 39 miles | 2600 ft. gain
Level 4 | 50 miles | 3300 ft. gain
Day 6
Biking
Level 1 | 13 miles | 700 ft. gain

What's Included

Available Bike Options

The key to a stellar day's ride is a bike that's perfectly in tune with your cycling style… Backroads has you covered with the best bike fleet in the world! Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.

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Backroads Performance Road Bike
Backroads Performance Road Bike
Performance Road Bike

Included in your trip price

This custom-designed titanium bike is lightweight and responsive, featuring Shimano Ultegra Di2 electronic shifting, 11-speed compact gearing, a premium Mavic Ksyrium Pro wheelset and a full carbon fork. 

Backroads Touring Bike
Backroads Touring Bike
Touring Bike

Included in your trip price

A proven classic, this custom-designed titanium bike is suited for a wide range of cyclists. It features a comfortable ergonomic seat and a long wheel base that add to the bike’s control and stability.

Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Electric-Assist Bike

Included in your trip price

Keep pace or zip ahead, pedaling with an electric boost. This bike provides plenty of power to flatten the hills and more than enough battery range to cover the distance.
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+

Cannondale Synapse Pro Carbon Bike
Cannondale Synapse Pro Carbon Bike
Carbon Bike

Ride like a pro with the top-of-the-line carbon Cannondale Synapse Hi-Mod Red ETAP AXS. Delivering phenomenal acceleration and handling in a light and powerful package.
$650 rental fee; subject to availability

Co-Motion Torpedo Tandem Bike
Co-Motion Torpedo Tandem Bike
Tandem Bike

This hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed cro-moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train, and a custom, upgraded wheelset. For experienced tandem riders.
$400 rental fee

Also Included

  • All breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
  • Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
  • Snacks and beverages between meals
  • Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
  • Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
  • Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information
  • Private guided tours at museums, historic sites, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the Travel Planner
  • All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
  • Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
  • On biking and multi-adventure trips, use of fully equipped Backroads titanium bike plus helmet and accessories
  • Trailercycles, carriers, and kid-sized helmets for Family Trips
  • Equipment and experienced guides for kayaking, rafting, snorkeling, sailing and canoeing as described
  • Park and other entry fees
  • Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the Travel Planner
  • Select coach transfers
  • Baggage transfers and porterage

Straight talk

We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

Accommodations & Service Standards

The slower pace, relaxed approach to life and old-world qualities in Portugal are some of the highlights of this spectacular region and are reflected in the hotels and restaurants on this trip. This said, service can lack a sense of urgency when compared with the service found in other parts of Europe. Additionally, while the Premiere hotels we've chosen are some of the finest in the country, they may seem a bit simpler than the Backroads European standard. The same can be said for Portuguese cuisine, which is traditionally a celebration of local flavors but is also bit more rustic than other places we visit in Europe.

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