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Porto to Lisbon

Connecting two of Portugal's most fascinating cities

Cycle tour
8 Days / 7 Nights
Self-Guided
Medium
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959.00 GBP
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This delightful bike tour connects the two major cities of Porto and Lisbon, allowing you to explore numerous cultural landmarks while cycling through lush natural landscapes and picturesque coastal paths. Your journey begins in Porto, a World Heritage Site and one of Europe's most stunning cities. Here, you can savor a glass of port wine and indulge in other culinary delights.

As you pedal on, you'll discover Aveiro, often called the Venice of Portugal, with its charming canals and salt pans. You'll also visit the vibrant coastal town of Figueira da Foz, the famous Nazaré Beach known for its towering waves, and many more captivating destinations. Your journey culminates in Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, where the historic city boasts an array of attractions right along the Tagus River.

This bike tour promises a wonderful and highly diverse adventure, combining cultural exploration with the beauty of nature along the way.

Details about the cycling holiday from Porto to Lisbon

This tour is generally characterised by gently rolling terrain with only a few steeper sections. However, on the 12-day version of this tour, there are four days that include several challenging uphill climbs. You'll primarily follow scenic bike paths, tranquil farm tracks, and low-traffic side streets, with occasional short segments on somewhat busier roads. Additionally, you'll encounter some longer stretches where you'll cycle on gravel tracks.

Highlights of this cycling tour to Lisbon at a glance:

  • Aveiro: The Venice of Portugal, with its canals and moleceiro boats, salt pans and taste the ancient regional sweet Ovos Moles.

  • Ecovias: Cycling on typical Portuguese cycle paths built on former railway lines and rural roads along fantastic landscapes along the coast

  • Lisbon: Wander through the labyrinth of alleys and winding streets, the famous Portuguese music Fado can be heard everywhere.

Porto to Lisbon
Medium
Cycle tour
8 Days / 7 Nights
Self-Guided
from
959.00 GBP
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Itinerary

Take a stroll along the Douro riverbank and make sure to try a glass of the famous port today.

 

In the morning you will cross the Douro and cycle past the port cellars. After this, you will head away from the hustle and bustle of the city and towards the quiet Atlantic coast. Going past fine sandy beaches and through extensive pine forests you will head south. Today’s final destination is well known for its hospitality and excellent fish. Have a good time!

There is a lot of nature to be admired on today’s stage. You will cycle through the Aveiro lagoon and while doing so you will be surrounded by water. Do some bird watching at São Jacinto Dunes Natural Reserve or watch the salt extraction at the salt works. A ferry will then take you to Aveiro, considered the “Portuguese Venice” due to its canals and famous Moliceiro boats.

The bike path along the Aveiro lagoon will lead you to Costa Nova. The colourfully-striped beach houses are a popular backdrop for holiday photos. You continue cycling leisurely towards the South and soon you will reach today’s destination. Take a stroll along the kilometre-long sandy beach and enjoy the atmosphere at this peaceful seaside resort.

You cycle through a dune landscape on gentle hills. Crickets chirp in the pine forest and soon you will see the first cliff ahead of you. The road leads spectacularly towards the Cabo Mondego lighthouse and then further on towards Figueira da Foz, which is a charming little town with lots of restaurants, decorative alleys, slow-paced cafes and of course a beautiful beach.

In the morning you transfer to royal Sintra where you will find many palaces and stately homes. From here it’s a rushing descent back towards the coast. Wonderful views of the sea and dreamy sandy bays make the odd climb on the way to Cascais worth it. At the end of the day, you will be welcomed by the lovely promenade to the stylish town of Cascais.

The cycle path runs right along the shore to Estoril. After that you will soon reach the mouth of the River Tagus. The famous Belem Tower lies directly en route after which you will ride underneath Lisbon’s landmark, the mighty suspension bridge. Continue along the banks of the Tagus to your hotel in the modern district of Oriente.

Departure from Lisbon or spend extra nights in the city or surrounding region.

Route map and overview

For the most part, your route will lead you along flat coastal paths, with the exception of the last two stages that incorporate a few brief uphill sections. You'll mainly ride on asphalt paths, agricultural trails, and Ecovias, which are typical Portuguese bicycle paths constructed on former railway lines. These stages should not pose any difficulties for cyclists who are accustomed to regular biking.

Prices and dates

Accommodation in 3*** and 4**** hotels

Prices shown exclude bike hire

Hotel lists are available on request for all holidays

Prices per person in GBP

Services & Information

Further information about this cycling holiday.

Included

  • 7 nights in the chosen category, including breakfast
  • Described transfers
  • Personal welcome meeting (English)
  • Luggage transfer(s) max. 1 piece of luggage 20 kg per person
  • Digital travel documents, 1x per room (English with route and overview maps, detailed route description, places of interest, important telephone numbers, luggage labels)
  • GPS data available on request
  • Service Hotline (English)

Not included

  • Tourist tax, if applicable, to be paid locally
  • Airport: Porto or Lisbon, you can travel between the two cities in about 3 hours with a direct train connection. Costs approx. €10 per person

Bike hire information

Rental bike insurance is included on this cycling holiday

Eurobike Men's Rental Bike with 21 gears
Men's bike 21-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality men's touring bike with classic diamond frame

Body size approx. 165 cm - 205 cm

56-51 "sloping" cm
60 cm
64 cm
Eurobike unisex rental bike with 21 gears
Unisex bike 21/24-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality unisex touring bike with comfortable low entry

Body size approx. 148 cm - 190 cm

43 cm
46 cm
51 cm
56 cm
Eurobike Rental Bike PLUS
Rental Bike PLUS 20/27-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

Sportier, lighter and more precise premium rental bike with a diamond frame

Body size approx. 155 cm - 205 cm

46 cm
50 cm
51 cm
55 cm
60 cm
63 cm
Eurobike e-bike rental from KTM
Unisex Electro bike 8-speed
Hub gears

High-quality unisex electric bike with comfortable low entry

Body size approx. 148 cm - 195 cm

46 cm "xs"
46 cm
51 cm
56 cm
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