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Porto to Lisbon Atlantic Ride
Duration
8 days
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$2,369 USD
Follow scenic coastal routes along the Atlantic Coast of Portugal on an 8-day memorable cycle tour. Blessed with sun-kissed beaches, colourful and vibrant fishing villages and scenic routes through pine forests and dunes, the Atlantic Coast of Portugal offers some fantastic cycling holiday opportunities. This tour starts in Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage city awarded best European City Destination in 2013, 2014, and again in 2017.
- CategoryRoad Cycling
- TypeFully Guided
- Duration8 days
- Culture LevelFamiliar
- Skill Level2 - Novice
- Activity Level3 - Active
- Elevation2 - Moderate
- TerrainCoastal
- Distance165.3 miles
- Avg. Daily Distance33.1 miles
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Quick Stats
- Duration8 days
- Main DestinationPortugal
- Distance165.3 miles
- Avg. Daily Distance33.1 miles
- Elevation2 - Moderate
- TerrainCoastal
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Itinerary Details
- Day 1Start Porto; afternoon orientation tour and guided wine tasting at a Port wine cellar
Start in Porto. Time permitting, your leader will arrange a short orientation tour in the historic centre. Porto is a UNESCO World Heritage city and a real historic jewel with more than 150 listed monuments. There is plenty to see and for this reason, the tour operator recommends travelling a day earlier if you are interested in exploring more of its vibrant centre. Before dinner, you will enjoy a guided visit and wine tasting at a traditional Port wine cellar. Overnight at Hotel Vila Gale or Hotel Cristal.
- Hotel Vila Gale or Hotel Cristal, Porto
- Dinner
- Day 2Gentle coastal ride to historic Ovar via the lively seaside town of Furadouro
This morning you will leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind and immerse yourself in the more peaceful atmosphere of the Atlantic shore. Starting from Porto, you will ride along the Douro River until its estuary. You then follow the coast, mostly on cycling paths, enjoying some inspiring views of beautiful sandy beaches along the way.
During this ride, there will be plenty of opportunities to stop for drinks or snacks in traditional Portuguese cafes, right by the Atlantic Ocean! After following a cycling path which crosses a pine tree forest, you will reach lively Furadouro, a seaside town renowned for its excellent fish. Free time for a swim (seasonal), before riding to historic Ovar. The pretty town is best-known for the glazed tiles known as azulejos, which adorn many of the local houses in the old part of the town. Overnight in Ovar.- 26.7 miles
- 524.9 ft
524.9 ft - Aqua Hotel or similar
- Breakfast
- Day 3Cycle to Mira via the protected Natural Reserve of the São Jacinto dunes; en route visit to the pretty coastal town of Costa Nova
Today's ride follows the Aveiro lagoon and the nature reserve of Sao Jacinto, one of Europe's last remaining untouched coastal marshland and habitat of numerous bird species. You will pedal through scenery of sandy beaches, marshland and rolling dunes peppered with grasses and creepers. This is home to a plethora of birds, insects, small animals and unusual flowers and plants. After a short transfer by ferry, you will leave the lagoon and continue cycling to the small town of Costa Nova, a picturesque village characterised by multi-coloured striped houses. The ride ends in the seaside town of Mira, known for its infinitely long beach rated as one of the best in Portugal.
- 34.2 miles
- Macarico Beach Hotel or similar, Mira
- Breakfast
- Day 4Follow the Portuguese Silver Coast and ride to Figuera da Foz through a peaceful pine forest
Today's ride takes you through one of the biggest dune systems in the area covered in a scenic pine tree forest. The route is mainly flat and the roads quiet and peaceful making the cycling very pleasant and relaxing. The tour operator aims for you to arrive in the lively town of Figuera da Foz in the early afternoon. The rest of the day is free to explore the town of Figuera da Foz and its extensive beach (nicknamed 'Rainha das Praias' - Queen of beaches) - there are lots of lovely cafes and bars to enjoy a pre-dinner drink and some excellent restaurants.
- 36.7 miles
- Universal Boutique Hotel or similar, Figuera da Foz
- Breakfast
- Day 5Coastal ride to the village of Sao Pedro do Moel; free time to relax by the beach or explore the town
Today you will enter the Portuguese Silver Coast and ride a cycleway that follows the Estrada Atlântica (Atlantic Road). You’ll be riding mainly through a vast pine forest, which was originally planted in the 15th Century with the aim of supplying naval construction during the Portuguese Discoveries. You will reach the picturesque town of São Pedro de Moel in the afternoon and enjoy some time to relax at the beach or at a comfortable hotel with sea-view.
- 39.8 miles
- Mar & Sol Hotel or similar, Sao Pedro do Moel
- Breakfast
- Day 6Transfer to the famous town of Nazare', where some of the highest waves in the world are recorded annually; pedal to Óbidos, a stunning fortified mediaeval village
Today starts with a transfer to Nazaré, one of the most famous fishing towns in Portugal. Here fisherwomen still wear seven colourful layers of skirts, as well as wooden clogs and a traditional black headscarf. There will be an opportunity to enjoy some spectacular ocean views from the popular panoramic terrace. It was in Nazaré's Praia Norte that the world record for the largest wave ever surfed was set, an estimated 30m (98ft) high! From here you will ride all the way to Obidos, a charming small fortified town which resembles a medieval film set. It has been carefully preserved by its inhabitants who take real pride in maintaining the architectural image of the village characterised by narrow winding streets and white-washed houses.
- 26.7 miles
- Literary Man Hotel, Obidos
- Breakfast
- Day 7Private transfer to Lisbon. Free day for individual sightseeing and optional Fado dinner
A morning private transfer (approx. 1hr) takes you to the great capital city of Lisbon; here you will enjoy a full free day for independent sightseeing. Begin with the two landmark monuments, the Tower of Belém and the Monastery of Jerónimos, both of which have been designated UNESCO World Heritage status. For some great views, head up the Monument to the Discoveries and in the afternoon consider catching one of the traditional yellow trams for a panoramic ride through old Lisbon and conclude the trip with an enjoyable Portuguese dinner accompanied by traditional Fado music (optional).
- Turim Europa Hotel or similar, Lisbon
- Breakfast
- Day 8Departure