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TOUR CATALOG FOR 2019 Discover Portugal on a premium bike tour

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2019 Calendar bike tour open dates

Leisure tours for 2019 Road bike tours:

Bike tour in Alentejo Heritage & wine country Bike tour in the Douro river wine country and international park PT GT - Portugal Grand Tour Bike tour in Azores - cycling holidays in SĂŁo Miguel

Touring bike tours:

Bike tour in the Southwest Coast: Alentejo and Algarve Bike Tour in the Portuguese Camino, by the Coast from Porto Bike tour in Minho: the green craddle of Portugal Bike touring in Douro Wine country Bike touring in Alentejo wine country

Mountain bike tours:

Bike tour in the Silver Coast of Portugal Bike Tour in the Portuguese Camino, the central camino

Special Events for 2019

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Douro Granfondo Cycle Sportive 2019 Algarve cycling camp and granfondo 2019

2019 Join a guided group on any of our open dates for 2019. You can optionally book these tours as self-guided and experience them anytime you want or book any of these tours as private bike ride for your group. FEBRUARY 14-18 / ALGARVE CYCLING CAMP AND GRANFONDO

APRIL 14-20/ BIKE TOUR IN THE SOUTHWEST COAST: ALENTEJO & ALGARVE 21-27 / BIKE TOUR IN DOURO: WINE COUNTRY & INTERNATIONAL PARK

MAY

JUNE

03-06 / DOURO GRANFONDO 2019

02-08/ BIKE TOUR IN THE SOUTHWEST COAST: ALENTEJO & ALGARVE

12-18 / BIKE TOUR IN ALENTEJO: HERITAGE AND WINE COUNTRY

09-15 / BIKE TOUR IN ALENTEJO: HERITAGE AND WINE COUNTRY

19-26 /

16-23 /

BIKE TOUR IN THE PORTUGUESE CAMINO: THE COASTAL PATH, FROM PORTO

25-03 JUN / PTGT . PORTUGAL GRAND TOUR

2019 CALENDAR

BIKE TOUR OPEN DATES

BIKE TOUR IN THE PORTUGUESE CAMINO: THE COASTAL PATH, FROM PORTO

30-06 JUL / BIKE TOUR IN MINHO: THE GREEN CRADLE OF PORTUGAL COUNTRY

JULY 07-13 / BIKE TOUR IN AZORES: CYCLING HOLIDAYS IN SÃO MIGUEL

SEPTEMBER 01-08 /

BIKE TOUR IN THE PORTUGUESE CAMINO: THE COASTAL PATH, FROM PORTO

OCTOBER 06-12 / BIKE TOUR IN ALENTEJO: HERITAGE AND WINE COUNTRY

08-14 / BIKE TOUR IN DOURO: WINE COUNTRY

20-26 / BIKE TOUR IN MINHO: THE GREEN CRADLE

22-28 / BIKE TOUR IN ALENTEJO: HERITAGE AND WINE COUNTRY

27-02 NOV / BIKE TOUR IN DOURO:

& INTERNATIONAL PARK

29-05 OCT / BIKE TOUR IN THE SOUTHWEST COAST:

OF PORTUGAL COUNTRY

WINE COUNTRY & INTERNATIONAL PARK

ALENTEJO & ALGARVE

NOVEMBER 03-09 / BIKE TOUR IN ALENTEJO: HERITAGE AND WINE COUNTRY

> HALF-DAY OR FULL-DAY BIKE TOURS TO SINTRA, ARRÁBIDA OR ÉVORA are available everyday on demand.

Leisure trips for 2019

Road bike tours

BIKE TOUR IN

ALENTEJO

THE HISTORICAL WINE COUNTRY

RIDE OVERVIEW Bike tour in Alentejo, perfect for road cycling, where you’ll get to discover the millennial history, culture and traditions of one of the world’s best wine countries, from north to south of the region. Start riding by the castles and monasteries of Marvão, Crato, Estremoz, discovering the medieval heritage of Portugal, explore the marble region of the Alentejo and its renaissance palaces, the fortified villages atop of the Alqueva and enjoy a week long ride in these peaceful rolling hills while exploring local wine cellars, sleeping in convents and discovering the UNESCO world heritage sites of cities like Évora, Vila Viçosa and Monsaraz.

PRODUCT

TOUR OPTIONS

REGION/MAP

SELF-GUIDED

HISTORICAL

BEACH

Group size

Minimum of two guests

Individuals are welcome to join open dates

Availability

Available every day, on demand

Join an open date

Private tour option

Available to start everyday upon request

Available for a minimum of 4 guests

A vailable for a minimum of 4 guests

Hotel type

All nights in 4 star and charm hotels

All nights upgraded to 5 star and charm hotels or superior rooms

Accommodation

Shared Double or twin room, breakfast included

Luggage transfer

Daily, between hotels

Passenger transfer

From airport to start/end of the ride

Included at all times

Guidance type

No guide; GPS navigation and Portuguese cell-phone for remote assistance.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences. Additional guide rides with the group.

Vehicle Support

No vehicle support

Vehicle support at all times

Nutrition and hydration

Not included

Included

Bike and gear rental

Scott bike, Scott helmet and Garmin GPS

Meals

Breakfast included

Breakfast and nutrition/hydration during rides included

Other experiences

Not included

Not included, optional

Wine tasting and visit to wine cellars

> Ride the never-ending rolling hills and the hidden trails between the fields. The car-free roads and trails of the Alentejo provide a great atmosphere for bike tours and its topography makes it a great region for beginner and intermediate riders. You’ll have plenty of time to stop and check out the “Sobreiros” and visit the “Antas” along the way.

Equipment

Not included

Jersey included

Jersey, bib shorts and cycling cap included

Rider Insurance

During the ride, for accidents only

Per rider

€ 1 390

€1 990

€ 2 890

Single Supplement

€ 500

€ 750

high-season supplement (May to September)

€ 100

Upgrade to premium hotels

€ 300

Already included in price

> With its trademarkgastronomy, wine and amazing accommodations, the Alentejo is a great destination to experience the best of Portugal, where luxury meets tradition. You’ll get to sleep in Convents and dine in some of the country’s best restaurants, harmonizing every meal with amazing wines;

Half-board supplement (dinner)

€ 210 Dinners at hotel, drinks not included

€ 210 Dinners at selected restaurants,

drinks not included

Full-board supplement (lunch and dinner)

Not available

€ 420 Dinners and lunches at selected restaurants

E-bike supplement

€ 100

Per non-cyclist

Not available

20% discount

Children up to 10 y/old

35% discount

Children from 10 to 14 y/old

25% discount

> Admire the Alqueva Dark Sky Reserve, visit the Esporão Wine and Olive Oil “Herdade”, experience a boat ride in Europe’s biggest artificial lake and try an amazing array of experiences the Alentejo has to offer!

Children from 14 to 17y/old

20% discount

/ LEISURE / ALENTEJO

WINE COUNTRY ROAD MOUNTAIN BIKE COUPLE GROUP

BASIC INFO:

HIGHLIGHTS:

DURATION

DAYS 6 nights

TOUR STARTS > Lisbon airport, Portugal TOUR ENDS > Lisbon airport, Portugal DIFFICULTY > Levels 1-2 (Active to Caffe Racer) DAILY KM > From 45 to 80km ( adapted to group) TERRAIN TYPE > ➢Rolling

hills, flat roads, occasional climbs

BIKE TYPE > Choose:

Road or E-bike

ALTIMETRY > From 400 to 1000 meters daily (adapted to group)

PREMIUM

TOUR OPTIONS

CHARM BIG OUTDOORS

GUIDED

> Bike tour in Alentejo, perfect for road cycling, where you’ll get to discover the millennial history, culture and traditions of one of the world’s best wine countries. Start riding by the castles and monasteries of Marvão, Crato, Estremoz, discovering the medieval heritage of Portugal, explore the marble region of the Alentejo and its renaissance palaces, the fortified villages atop of the Alqueva and enjoy a week long ride in these peaceful rolling hills while exploring local wine cellars, sleeping in convents and discovering the UNESCO world heritage sites of cities like Évora, Vila Viçosa and Monsaraz. > Discover the amazing history, culture and traditions this wine region has to offer. Voted Best Wine Region of the world in 2014, Alentejo is a picturesque and charming place, where you’ll fall in love with the whitewashed villages, medieval castles, sunbathed plains and the secular traditions and lifestyle. Visit the UNESCO world heritage sites in Évora, the fortified village of Marvão, the former Palace of the Portuguese Kings and the rural lifestyle of the local homesteads;

PRICES

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

NOT INCLUDED:

> Meals, except when specified (optional); / Flights; / Gratuities (optional); / Personal Expenses;

AVAILABLE OPEN DATES IN 2019:

ADDITIONAL NIGHTS: Extend your stay in Lisbon or Évora before or after this tour.

12 MAY > 18 MAIO 09 JUN > 15 JUN 22 SEP > 28 SEP 03 NOV > 09 OCT

DAY TO DAY DAY 1:

Arrival in Lisbon, Transfer to Marvão Pick up from your hotel for a 2 hours transfer to Pousada do Marvão, in Alentejo. Check-in at this Pousada on the top of the hill and inside the village walls, overlooking the northern Alentejo plains. Set up of the bikes. Free afternoon to relax at the hotel or walk through the village’s narrow streets, visit the 9th century castle, cistern and admire the beautiful S. Mamede mountain range Night: Pousada de Marvão

DAY 2:

Bike tour in Alentejo - Marvão – Beirã – Marvão – Castelo Vide – Crato/Alter do Chão (variable distance from 40 to 100 km) Breakfast at the hotel. Start of the ride to Alter by the beautiful “Beirã” region, passing the medieval city and stronghold of Castelo de Vide, for a quick stop and coffee. Keep riding through this rural area, rich in olive groves and Cork Oak trees, going through Flôr da Rosa and then Alter do Chão, home of the Lusitano thoroughbred. Relax at the hotel in the afternoon. Night: Convento D’Alter or Pousada do Crato – 5 star small luxury hotel of the world (included in the “premium” option)

DAY 3:

Bike tour in Alentejo: Crato – Alter do Chão – Estremoz/Serra de Ossa (variable distance, from 40 to 80 km) Breakfast at the hotel. Start of the bike tour, from Crato to Alter do Chão, where we will ride the rolling hills of North Alentejo to the top of yet another medieval village: Estremoz, where our hotel, the Pousada de Estremoz (included in the premium option) is marvelously located overlooking the Alentejo plains, or the Convento de São Paulo, a unique historical house convent in the Ossa mountain range. Enjoy your afternoon visiting Estremoz or relaxing at this amazing charm hotel. Night: Convento de São Paulo or Pousada Castelo de Estremoz - Rainha Santa Isabel (included in the “premium” option)

DAY 4:

Bike tour in Alentejo: Estremoz – Redondo - Monsaraz (variable distance from 40 to 80 km)

Breakfast at the hotel. Start of our bike tour, from Estremoz to Redondo going through the Ossa mountain range, a steady climb will let you enjoy the views from the top. Ride through Redondo and this quaint countryside of farmed land and rolling hills all the way to Monsaraz, a fortified village atop the Alqueva Lake, with beautiful views over the Alentejo plains. Arrival at our hotel, the Horta da Moura, in Monsaraz, the first rural hotel in the Alentejo or Herdade São Lourenço do Barrocal, a Small Luxury Hotel of the world (included for “Premium option”), perfect for relaxing and visiting its renowned Wine cellars. Night: Horta da Moura or Herdade São Lourenço do Barrocal

DAY 5:

Bike tour in Alentejo: Monsaraz Montoito – Évora (variable distance from 53 to 110 km) Breakfast at the hotel. Start of the ride towards Reguengos home of Herdade do Esporão, one of the iconic wine and olive oil producers in Alentejo. Once you leave Reguengos you’ll ride some of the quietest roads of this region, through Montoito village and endless vineyards and farmland almost to the edge of the city of Évora. On arrival check in at the hotel M’Ar de Ar Aqueduto hotel, an amazing 5 star hotel by the Évora Aqueduct, or M’ar D’Ar Muralhas, a 4 star hotel placed inside Évora’s fortified walls. Free afternoon to visit Évora before dinner at Luar de Janeiro, another opportunity to taste the majestically prepared local gastronomy. Night: M’ar de Ar Muralhas Hotel or M’ar de Ar Aqueduto Hotel (“premium” option)

DAY 6:

Bike tour in Alentejo: Évora – Arraiolos – Évora (variable distance from 0 to 50km) Breakfast at the hotel. Start of today’s optional bike tour, a morning loop towards Arraiolos, an amazing white washed fortification on the outskirts of Évora, famous for its woolen carpets with intricate and traditional motifs. Ride by the central plains of Alentejo enjoying the views of the cork and olive trees, the bulls and cattle that roam free in the big properties of the region, here called Herdades. Lunch in Évora. Free afternoon for visiting and shopping in Évora and its amazing monuments Night: M’ar de Ar Muralhas Hotel or M’ar de Ar Aqueduto Hotel (“premium” option)

DAY 7:

Bike tour in Alentejo: Évora – Cromeleques de Almendre (variable distance, around 40 km) Breakfast at the hotel. Start of the ride, a morning loop towards the Almendres Cromlech, the largest group of standing stones in the Iberian Peninsula, dating back to the 6th millennium BC. Return to the hotel, for check-out. Transfer to Lisbon (airport or hotel) or extended stay in Évora.

BIKE TOUR

IN THE

DOURO RIVER WINE COUNTRY AND INTERNATIONAL PARK

RIDE OVERVIEW Cycling holidays by the Douro, discovering the world’s first demarcated wine region. Ride by the river, enjoying its trademark UNESCO world heritage “socalcos”, and experience the secular traditions of this region. Visit the wine cellars, taste some of the best port and Douro wines in the world and discover traces of the early history of Portugal, from up to 30000years old. Visit the historical villages and challenge yourself up to top of the most beautiful viewpoints.

PRODUCT TYPE

TOUR OPTIONS

REGION/MAP

SELF-GUIDED

GUIDED

PREMIUM

WINE COUNTRY

TOUR OPTIONS

HISTORICAL

Group size

Minimum of two guests

Individuals are welcome to join open dates

Availability

Available every day, on demand

Join an open date

Private tour option

Available to start everyday upon request

Available for a minimum of 4 guests

A vailable for a minimum of 4 guests

Hotel type

All nights in 4 star and charm hotels

All nights upgraded to 5 star and charm hotels or superior rooms

Accommodation

Shared Double or twin room, breakfast included

Luggage transfer

Daily, between hotels

Passenger transfer

From airport to start/end of the ride

Included at all times

Guidance type

No guide; GPS navigation and Portuguese cell-phone for remote assistance.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences. Additional guide rides with the group.

Vehicle Support

No vehicle support

Vehicle support at all times

Nutrition and hydration

Not included

Included

Bike and gear rental

Scott bike, Scott helmet and Garmin GPS

Meals

Breakfast included

Breakfast and nutrition/hydration during rides included

Other experiences

Not included

Not included, optional

Wine tasting and visit to wine cellars and boat ride in the Douro

Equipment

Not included

Jersey included

Jersey, bib shorts and cycling cap included

Rider Insurance

During the ride, for accidents only

Per rider

€ 1 390

€1 990

€ 2 890

Single Supplement

€ 500

€ 750

high-season supplement (May to September)

€ 100

Upgrade to premium hotels

€ 300

Already included in price

Half-board supplement (dinner)

€ 210 Dinners at hotel, drinks not included

€ 210 Dinners at selected restaurants,

drinks not included

Full-board supplement (lunch and dinner)

Not available

€ 420 Dinners and lunches at selected restaurants

E-bike supplement

€ 100

Per non-cyclist

Not available

20% discount

Children up to 10 y/old

35% discount

Children from 10 to 14 y/old

25% discount

Children from 14 to 17y/old

20% discount

CULTURAL GOURMET

/ LEISURE / DOURO

CHARM ROAD COUPLE GROUP OLIVE OIL BOAT

BASIC INFO DURATION

DAYS 6 nights

TOUR STARTS > Porto airport, Portugal TOUR ENDS > Porto airport, Portugal DIFFICULTY > Levels 2-3 (Caffe Racer to Expert) DAILY KM > From 45 to 90km ( adapted to group) TERRAIN TYPE > Mountainous

terrain, intermediate

climbs / descents BIKE TYPE > Choose

between Road or E-bike

ALTIMETRY > From 600 to 2000 meters daily (adapted to group)

HIGHLIGHTS > Join this Douro bike tour, fit for road cyclists who want to discover the world’s first demarcated wine region and the portuguese historical villages Ride by the river, enjoying its trademark UNESCO world heritage “socalcos” or terraced vineyards and experience the secular traditions of this region. Visit the wine cellars, taste some of the best port and Douro wines and discover traces of the early history of Portugal, from up to 30000 years old. Visit the historical villages and challenge yourself up to top of the most beautiful viewpoints. Ride towards the portuguese historical villages and visit the medieval castles, the paleolithical engravings and rugged nature of the Douro International park and it’s backroads. > The sheer history of this region starts and ends in Porto, one of the oldest city centres in Europe, settled in the 4th century during the roman occupation when it was named Portus Cale, to the UNESCO world heritage “socalcos”, that hold the wine farms on the steep hills of the Douro river, and to its own unique traditions, architecture, port wines and cellars. Visit the Palaeolithic archaeological sites with pre-historic rock art engravings and drawings dated from 2200020000 years BC and spend your night in some of the historical villages of Portugal, with their very own medieval castles. > In this Douro bike tour, you’ll get to experience beautiful landscapes and vantage points over the Douro valley, also a UNESCO world heritage, with its trademark “socalcos” or terraced vineyards; The undiscovered paradise of one of the most remote areas in Portugal, the Douro International Park: never-ending olive oil and orange fields, river beaches and animal life. Visit the authentic and picturesque villages of Peso da Régua, Pinhão, Marialva, Barca d’Alva; They are all close or on the riverbank of

the Douro “expressway” and were historically focused on the commerce and transportation of the grapes and the wine, to and from Porto, in the traditional “Rabelo” boats that docked in their ports. > Taste all the different wines of the Douro valley wine country, from the world famous and acclaimed vintage Port wines, which were recently nominated 2014’s best wines in the world to the prized red and white Douro wines. Experience the wine production system: help the farmers stomp the grapes in traditional fashion, visit the farms and the wineries and observe as the “Rabelo” boats carry the wine towards the city of Porto. Indulge in the local gastronomy, always varied and tasty, whether in Michelin starred restaurants or local “tascas”. Meat lovers won’t forget the “Posta Mirandesa” or the oven baked and smoked meats. > Dine and sleep in local charming hotels, once wineries or medieval castles, but now fully equipped hotels with their very own spas and amazing amenities to make you feel comfortable. Climb aboard a boat and sail in the Douro to discover the region from a different perspective. > Challenge yourself in this Douro bike tour by climbing towards the viewpoints and get a privileged look at the world’s most beautiful wine growing area. And fully enjoy the long, sweeping and almost car-free descents of the Douro International Park. Choose everyday between shorter or longer rides and define your own goals and pace throughout your riding experience.

PRICES

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

NOT INCLUDED:

> Meals, except when specified (optional); / Flights; / Gratuities (optional); / Personal Expenses;

ADDITIONAL NIGHTS:

Extend your stay in Porto, Pinhão or Marialva for an additional 1 or 2 nights before or after this tour.

AVAILABLE OPEN DATES IN: 21 APR > 27 APR 08 SEP > 14 SEP 27 OCT > 02 NOV

DAY TO DAY DAY 1:

Arrival in Porto – Transfer to Pinhão

Transfer from Porto airport to your hotel in Pinhão, in the heart of the Douro River. Stay either at Quinta de La Rosa or Vintage House Douro, a 5 star hotel by the Douro river. Free day to rest at the hotel. Night: Quinta de La Rosa or Vintage House Douro (“premium” option) or similar

DAY 2:

Douro bike tour: Pinhão – Tabuaço – Adorigo – Peso da Régua – Pinhão (50 to 75km)

Breakfast at the hotel. Start of the ride by the N222, voted the world’s best road by Avis. You’ll then climb towards Tabuaço, cruising by the Távora River and witnessing the amazing views over the vineyards. Stop in Tabuaço to visit the city centre and start descending towards Adorigo and Peso da Régua. Return to your bike tour in the Douro Valley and ride back to your hotel in Pinhão to finish the loop. In the afternoon, visit Quinta do Seixo wine farm and wine cellar and taste some of Sandeman’s best Port wines. Night: Quinta de La Rosa or Vintage House Douro (“premium” option) or similar

DAY 3:

Douro bike tour: Pinhão – Casal de Loivos – Alijó – Favaios – Pinhão (40 to 65km)

Breakfast at the hotel. Start of the ride towards the Pinhão River, a tributary of the Douro. Ride upwards to the “Casal dos Loivos” viewpoint and continue to Alijó (see the wine and olive oil cooperative) and Favaios (home of the “Favaios” liquorish wine) and then back to Pinhão, with arrival at your hotel. Relax by the swimming pool during the afternoon or visit the Douro museum in Peso da Régua, to get a better understanding on the history of the Douro ecosystem. Night: Quinta de La Rosa or Vintage House Douro (“premium” option) or similar

DAY 4:

Douro bike tour: Pinhão – São João Pesqueira – Marialva/Longroiva (40 to 85km)

Breakfast at the hotel. Start of your bike tour, from Pinhão towards São João da Pesqueira, on a long but manageable climb – or choose to begin your ride in São João da Pesqueira, being transferred there. Experienced riders are invited to ride towards the São Salvador do Mundo vantage point for a great view over the river and Douro valley. Ride towards Mêda and the Marialva historical village and witness the changes in landscape, as you go deeper into the Beira Alta. Sleep and relax in the historical hotel “Casas do Côro”, ( included in the premium option) in the centre of Marialva, right next to its century old Castle, or the newly refurbished “Termas de Longroiva”, a thermal hotel perfect to relax nearby Mêda. Night: Termas de Longroiva or Casas do Côro (included in “premium option”)

DAY 5:

Douro bike tour: Marialva/Longroiva – Trancoso – Marialva (45 to 70km)

Breakfast at the hotel. Start of the ride from Marialva towards Trancoso, another historical village in Portugal, with its trademark medieval castle and fortified walls enveloping the historical city centre. Ride back towards Marialva by the plateau, passing through Mêda and descending back to Marialva. Relax at the hotel during the afternoon and go for a sunset boat ride in the late afternoon, lounging in an untouched beach by the Douro River. Night: Termas de Longroiva or Casas do Côro (included in “premium option”)

DAY 6:

Douro bike tour: Marialva/Longroiva – Faia Brava – Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo – Barca D’Alva

Breakfast at the hotel. Start of your Douro bike tour towards the national park of Faia Brava, by the Côa River. Ride on car-free roads up to Freixo de Espada à Cinta and then enjoy the amazing 20km descent towards Barca D’Alva, on the frontier with Spain. Transfer back to the hotel. Relax at the hotel or visit the Foz Côa museum and archaeological sites. Suggested dinner at Casas do Côro. Night: Termas de Longroiva or Casas do Côro (included in “premium option”)

DAY 7:

Marialva/Longroiva – Porto (transfer)

Breakfast at the hotel. Check out at the hotel and transfer to Porto. Free day to visit the city, before the transfer to the airport or your hotel in Porto.

PT GT

PORTUGAL GRAND TOUR

RIDE OVERVIEW The best of Portugal for cycling entuhsiasts: Ride by Alentejo and Douro wine countries, explore Lisbon's Sierras by the atlantic ocean, challenge epic climbs, explore the natural parks and visit historical cities of Ă&#x2030;vora, Porto and others - Explore the whole country on one single guided bike tour in a premium gruppetto.

PRODUCT

TOUR OPTIONS

REGION/MAP

HISTORICAL CHARM / PREMIUM BIG OUTDOORS BEACH

PREMIUM

/ LEISURE TRIPS / SPECIAL EDITION / PORTUGAL

TOUR OPTIONS Group size

4 to 12 persons

ROAD

Availability

Available on our 2019 open date

MOUNTAIN RANGE

Private tour option

Available for minimum of 4 guests

COUPLE

Hotel type

4 and 5 star premium hotels

Accommodation

Shared double room

Luggage transfer

Daily, between hotels

Passenger transfer

Included throughout all the experience

Guidance type

Private guide accompanies the group, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all experiences. Second guide rides alongside the group

Vehicle Support

Support van available at all times

Nutrition and hydration

Zipvit nutrition and hidration available throughout the ride

Bike and gear rental

Road bike rental and gear included

Meals

Breakfast and nutrition/hydration during rides included

Other experiences

Douro River cruise, wine tasting experiences in Alentejo and Douro, walking tour in Porto and Lisbon, 2 massages, and other surprises

Equipment

Live Love Ride cycling kit included

Rider Insurance

Included, during the ride

WINE COUNTRY

GROUP URBAN BOAT RIDE CULTURAL GOURMET

BASIC INFO:

HIGHLIGHTS:

PRICES

DURATION

DAYS 9 nights

TOUR STARTS > Lisbon, Portugal TOUR ENDS > Lisbon, Portugal DIFFICULTY > Levels 2-3 (Caffe Racer to Expert) DAILY KM > From 65 to 95 km

( adapted to group)

TERRAIN TYPE > Rolling hills, Sierras, Natural parks, wine countries

BIKE TYPE > Road

bike

ALTIMETRY > From 900 to 2000 meters

Daily average (adapted to group)

// If you are a road cycling enthusiast and would like to know the best of Portugal in one go, this is the tour for you. You’ll explore the country form North to South, without compromise. We’ll ride along the beaches of the Atlantic coastline, climb to the highest point of Continental Portugal, explore and taste the wine countries, marvel at historical cities and villages, soak in the beauty of the natural parks and visit the most vibrant cities of Portugal – Lisboa and Porto – in a non-stop road cycling adventure, taking in the best our country has to offer. Explore the diversity of landscapes, gastronomies and wines, as well as the different types of terrain, from challenging climbs to rolling hills and flat river roads. Don’t skip anything, including a visit to the two main cities of Porto and Lisboa. > Discover the amazing history, culture and traditions the wine regions have to offer. Alentejo is a picturesque and charming place, where you’ll fall in love with the

whitewashed villages, medieval castles, sunbathed plains and the secular traditions and lifestyle. Visit the UNESCO world heritage sites in Évora, the former Palace of the Portuguese Kings and the rural lifestyle of the local homesteads; The Douro’s beautiful landscapes and vantage points over the Douro River, also a UNESCO world heritage, with its trademark “socalcos” or terraced vineyards; The undiscovered paradise of one of the most remote areas in Portugal, the Douro International Park: neverending olive oil and orange fields, river beaches and animal life. > Ride the never-ending rolling hills, the iconic mountains or the amazing scenery of the terraced vineyards or the bare and lunar mountainous landscape of the inner North. The car-free roads of inland Portugal provide you the conditions, safety and great atmosphere for cycling tours. Its varied topography will challenge you and make you a better cyclist.

> Dine and sleep in local charming hotels, once wineries or medieval castles, but now fully equipped hotels with their very own spas and amazing amenities to make you feel comfortable. Climb aboard a boat and sail in the Douro or Alentejo to discover the region from a different perspective > With its trademark gastronomy, wine, and great hotels, this is the bike tour to experience the best of Portugal, where luxury meets tradition. You’ll get to sleep in castles, convents, wine farms and dine in some of the world’s best restaurants, harmonizing every meal with amazing wines;

Per rider

€ 3 950

Single Supplement

€ 690

Upgrade to premium hotels

Already included in price

Half-board supplement (dinner)

€ 400

Full-board supplement (lunch and dinner)

€ 800

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION NOT INCLUDED: > Personal expenses > Flights; > Gratuities (optional); ADDITIONAL NIGHTS: Extra night in Porto or Lisbon before or after this tour - on demand;

AVAILABLE OPEN DATES IN 2019: MAY 25th-JUNE 03th

DAY TO DAY DAY 1:

Arrival in Lisbon, Transfer to hotel and briefing Meet in Lisbon airport and transfer to your hotel, in downtown Lisbon. Bike fit and briefing will be held at your hotel and you are free to explore Lisbon’s downtown afterwards.Dinner in Lisbon. Night: Pousada de Lisboa

DAY 2:

Azeitão - Portinho Arrábida (45km – 693 D+) – Tróia – Composta - Transfer Évora (1h30m) Breakfast at the hotel. Quick transfer to Sesimbra, where we’ll start our ride to Azeitão, a small village that provides a gateway to the coastal Arrábida Park, a picturesque mountain range that ends on the Atlantic Ocean with magnificent views of the Tróia Peninsula and the Comporta Beaches. Take the transfer to Tróia by the Sado Estuary and then ride towards Comporta, where we’ll stop by the beach for a lunch packed with fresh fish. Bring your bathing suits in case you want to dive a tone of the Best beaches in the country! After lunch transfer to Évora. Free afternoon to visit Évora and its historical monuments. Dinner in one of Évora’s food temples. Night: M’ar de Ar Aqueduto

DAY 3:

Évora – Monsaraz (64km – 624 D+) Breakfast at the hotel. Start of our ride, from Évora to Monsaraz. As we leave the city and enter the farmland and vineyards that start at the edge of the city walls we’ll be slowly entering the calmness and serenity that this area offers us. The vines and olive groves dominate the scenery, and the rolling hills will take you all the way to the spectacular fortified village of Monsaraz, to where we’ll climb to admire the beauty of the Alqueva Lake from the hilltop. Lunch in Monsaraz. Short transfer to our hotel, Herdade do Barrocal, an Small Luxury Hotel, at the bottom of the hill. Wine tasting experience and dinner at Barrocal. Hotel: Herdade São Lourenço do Barrocal

DAY 4:

Monsaraz – Estremoz (57km – 842 D+) Transfer to Crato (1h00m) Breakfast at the hotel. Start of the ride and leaving the hotel we’ll ride the quiet roads that take us north to the Upper Alentejo. Initially we’ll ride similar rolling hills until we reach Redondo, from there we’ll have our first long climb to the top of Serra D’Ossa, a small mountain range that stands just before our destination, Estremoz. Being a fortified village it dominates the landscape from the top of a tall hill. We’ll climb to the top to enjoy the brilliant view and have lunch in Estremoz. After lunch, we’ll transfer to Flor da Rosa – Crato where another Small Luxury Hotel - Convent awaits us. Dinner in Crato. Night: Pousada Flor da Rosa – Crato

DAY 5:

Crato – Marvão – Castelo de Vide – (57km – 1156 D+) - Transfer to Unhais Serra (1h50m) Breakfast at the hotel. Start of the ride to the São Mamede mountain range and national park where 2 medieval villages take all the attentions, Marvão and Castelo de Vide. Starting from Crato we’ll ride along the flat roads and rolling hills of the region and start climbing as we approach the natural park. Here we’ll face the first climb that will get us to Aramenha and from there we ride down to Portagem and then face the longer climb to Marvão, a must see fortified village beautifully preserved and really unique. From the top, we roll down to Castelo de Vide to visit the city centre and castle area and to have lunch. After lunch, we’ll transfer to Unhais da Serra, at the edge of the tallest mountain range in continental Portugal, the Estrela mountain range – explore your hotel’s water treatments and pools to prepare for tomorrow’s big stretch. Dinner in Unhais da Serra. Night: H2Otel and Medical Spa

DAY 6:

DAY 08:

Unhais da Serra – Torre – Manteigas (55km – 1900 D+)

Marialva – Pinhão (68km – 940D+) or optional rest day

Breakfast at the hotel. Start of most challenging ride of the tour! Today we’ll climb to Torre, sitting at 2000m (6561ft) it’s the highest point in Continental Portugal. Starting from Unhais da Serra we’ll climb all the way to Torre, this is a long climb of more than 20km long so we’ll pace ourselves. Once at the top and after admiring the views we’ll roll downhill along the spectacular glacier valley that we’ll take us to Manteigas, where we’ll stop at a local food temple for lunch. Afterwards, we’ll trnasfer you to Marialva, one of 12 historical villages od Portugal, where we’ll rest in one the most charming hotels in Portugal, Casas do Côro Night: Casas do Côro

Breakfast at the hotel. Start of the ride that connect the Douro International to the Douro Wine Country. We’ll leave Marialva and straight away start climbing to Mêda. From there we have a long downhill section before the next climb, a longer one with 6km. From there we’ll roll downhill to São João da Pesqueira and then again, a long 14km downhill section all the way to Pinhão where our hotel is located. Lunch followed by wine tasting at Quinta de la Rosa. Dinner in Folgosa do Douro. Night: Vintage House Douro

DAY 7:

Marialva – Faia Brava – Barca D’Alva (40km to 63km options ) or optional rest day Breakfast at the hotel. Start of another amazing ride along this beautiful and still untouched region of Portugal, towards the national park of Faia Brava, by the Coa River. Ride on car-free roads up to the small town of Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo and then enjoy the amazing 13km descent from Escalhão to Barca D’Alva, on the frontier with Spain. Transfer back to Casas do Côro. If you feel you deserve a rest from yesterday’s tough climbs, take the time to Relax at the hotel and join our sunset boat ride in the late afternoon, lounging in an untouched beach by the Douro River. Dinner at Casas do Côro. Night: Casas do Côro

DAY 09:

Pinhão – Tabuaço – Qta. Nova – Transfer to Porto (95km – 2000m) Breakfast at the hotel. This is a glorious ride along the south and north banks of the Douro river. We’ll start by leaving Pinhão and climbing to Tabuaço a 12km climb. When we reach the top, we’ll be able to admire the magnificent views of the river as we go down to Adorigo. Arriving riverside, we’ll cross the river in Régua and make our way up to Galafura, another 12km up. Once at the top we’ll ride in north bank’s plateau until Guiães where we’ll start the glorious downhill section to Ferrão. Fully recovered we’ll climb the steep 2km section to Quinta Nova for a well-deserved lunch and wine tasting. After lunch and wine tasting, transfer to Porto, to The Yeatman Hotel, a Relaix and Chateau hotel located by the Douro riverside with the best view of the city of Porto. Night: The Yeatman

DAY 10:

Porto – Morning loop ride or Walking tour by the historical city center Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, we’ll go on a relaxed loop ride alongside the margins of the Douro river, soaking in the beautiful architecture of the city – or IF you prefer, join a walking tour to get to know Porto’s A celebratory lunche will served at Vinum, overlooking the city of Porto. After lunch, we’ll transfer you to Lisbon, to end of your tour.

BIKE TOUR IN AZORES > CYCLING HOLIDAYS IN SÃO MIGUEL

RIDE OVERVIEW: A Bike tour in the Azores archipelago voted best island destination of the world by National Geographic and located in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, halfway between Europe and the USA. The 9 Azores Islands are the result of the outpouring of lava from the ocean floor, as it stands on the ridge between the tectonic plates of Eurasia and North America. Its sub-tropical climate, evergreen fields with luxuriant pastures, flowers, endemic flora and fauna make it a great destination for cycling enthusiasts who want to embark in a challenging adventure in one of the most unique and quaint destinations in the world. Cycling the island of São Miguel, the Azores’ biggest and most renowned island, you’ll ride in immensely scenic and great condition asphalt roads, passing by extinct volcanoes, lagoons, tropical forests, thermal and hot sulfur springs, climbing to viewpoints in Sete Cidades, Lagoa do Fogo and relaxing in the best hotels and thermal resorts in São Miguel.

PRODUCT TYPE

TOUR OPTIONS

REGION/MAP

TOUR OPTIONSG

NATURE CHARM BIG OUTDOORS ROAD COUPLE

/ ALENTEJO / AZORES

GROUP

Ribeira Grande

São Miguel Ponta Delgada

BASIC INFO

Nordeste Furnas

Lagoa do fogo

HIGHLIGHTS

DURATION

7 DAYS 6 nights

TOUR STARTS > Ponta Delgada Airport, São Miguel Island, Azores TOUR ENDS > Ponta Delgada Airport, São Miguel Island, Azores DIFFICULTY > Levels 2-3 (Caffe Racer to Expert) daily km DAILY KM > From 45 to 120 km (adapted to group) TERRAIN TYPE > ➢Mountainous BIKE TYPE > Road bike ALTIMETRY > from 900 to 1500 meters daily (adapted to group)

> Ride through the unspoilt natural beauty of this “garden” that sits in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. Climb to the top of the volcanoes to be amazed by views of the Fogo and Sete Cidades lagoons. This island of eternal green vegetation, endemic flora and big ocean mammals, some of which can only be seen here in the Azores. These include various unique species of whales and plant life that attract many zoologists, marine biologists and botanists from all parts of the world. > Experience the tremendous variety of landscape, from the mild sunny beaches on the south coast, the green pastures of the central plateau, the rugged coastline of the north, the sub-tropical forests, the harsher volcano peaks of Fogo and Sete Cidades, the sulfur thermal hot springs, the tea plantations, to the alpine views inside the twin lagoons at Sete Cidades.

> Go on a whale watch tour, be flabbergasted by the size and majesty of sperm and blue whales, walk the trails along the volcanoes, the lagoons and hot springs, surrounded by the deep blue color of the ocean and the almost fluorescent green of the pastures and forested areas. > With its trademark gastronomy, based on tender meats and stews, the amazing fresh fish and seafood that are abundant in this part of the Ocean, as well as the surprisingly good white wines, local cheese and sweet pastries

SELF-GUIDED

GUIDED

PREMIUM

Duration

7 days/ 6 nights

Tour Start

Ponta Delgada airport, São Miguel

Tour End

Ponta Delgada airport, São Miguel

Difficulty

Intermediate to Expert

Daily Km

From 45 to 120km

Terrain type

Hilly

Bike type

Road bike

Altimetry

900 to 1500m (adapted to group)

2100 to 3200m (adapted to group)

Group size

Minimum of two guests

Individuals are welcome to join open dates

Availability

Available every day, on demand

Join an open date

Private tour option

Available to start everyday upon request

Available for a minimum of 4 guests

A vailable for a minimum of 4 guests

Hotel type

All nights in 4 star and charm hotels

All nights upgraded to 5 star and charm hotels or superior rooms

Accommodation

Shared Double or twin room, breakfast included

Luggage transfer

Daily, between hotels

Passenger transfer

From airport to start/end of the ride

Included at all times

Guidance type

No guide; GPS navigation and Portuguese cell-phone for remote assistance.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences. Additional guide rides with the group.

Vehicle Support

No vehicle support

Vehicle support at all times

Nutrition and hydration

Not included

Included

Bike and gear rental

Scott bike, Scott helmet and Garmin GPS

Meals

Breakfast included

Breakfast and nutrition/hydration during rides included

Other experiences

Not included

Not included, optional

Visit to Gorreana tea plantation, visit to Furnas lagoon and taste of the traditional Furnas Stew over lunch.

Equipment

Not included

Jersey included

Jersey, bib shorts and cycling cap included

Rider Insurance

During the ride, for accidents only

Per rider

€ 1 390

€1 990

€ 2 890

Single Supplement

€ 500

€ 750

high-season supplement (May to September)

€ 100

Upgrade to premium hotels

€ 300

Already included in price

Half-board supplement (dinner)

€ 210 Dinners at hotel, drinks not

€ 210 Dinners at selected restaurants,

included

drinks not included

Full-board supplement (lunch and dinner)

Not available

€ 420 Dinners and lunches at selected restaurants

E-bike supplement

€ 100

Per non-cyclist

Not available

20% discount

Children up to 10 y/old

35% discount

Children from 10 to 14 y/old

25% discount

Children from 14 to 17y/old

20% discount

PRICES

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

NOT INCLUDED:

> Meals, except when specified (optional); / Flights; / Gratuities (optional); / Personal Expenses;

AVAILABLE OPEN DATES IN 2019:

ADDITIONAL NIGHTS: Extend your stay in Ponta Delgada before or after this tour.

07 JUL > 13 JUL

DAY TO DAY DAY 1:

DAY 2: Bike tour in Azores

DAY 3: Bike Tour in Azores

Pick up from the airport transfer to Hotel Marina Atlântico, a 4 star hotel overlooking the Ponta Delgada bay with great views of the ocean, or Azor Hotel, the only 5 star hotel in the capital of the Azores. Set up of the bikes, and private briefing for the tour. Free afternoon to relax at the hotel and visit Ponta Delgada. Dinner suggested in downtown Ponta Delgada. Night: Hotel Marina Atlântico or Azor Hotel

Ride /OPTION 1: Ponta Delgada – Ribeira Grande – Lagoa Fogo – Ponta Delgada (58km – 1211m) Breakfast at

/Ride OPTION 1: Ponta Delgada – Lagoa 7 Cidades – Ponta Delgada (65 km - 1250m) Breakfast at the

Arrival in Ponta Delgada airport

the hotel. Start of our ride towards the dominating mountain at the centre of the island. We start by crossing to the North shore passing the green pastures speckled with the ever-present cows on our way to Ribeira Grande. Stop at Santa Barbara beach to enjoy a coffee and the views of the ocean. Restart our ride and climb to Lagoa do Fogo, noticing the scenery change countless of times until we get to the top and are able to overlook the incredible crater lake of the volcano. Ride back downhill to Lagoa and take advantage of the flat sections along the coast till Ponta Delgada. Dinner in Ponta Delgada. Ride /OPTION 2: Ponta Delgada – Capelas – Rabo de Peixe – Ribeira Grande – Ponta Delgada (50km - 750m)

This ride will take us through the center of the Island to the north coast, climbing to Capelas and then riding along the coast to Ribeira Grande. From Ribeira Grande we’ll turn south as we start tackling our second climb of the day, reaching the coast ad rolling to Ponta Delgada. Night: Hotel Marina Atlântico or Azor Hotel

hotel. Start of the ride, towards the magnificent Lagoa das 7 cidades, a huge twin lake situated in the crater of the dormant volcano. We’ll ride 8 km along the coast to approach the climb to the volcano, it’s a solid 10km climb to Vista do Rei, a spectacular viewpoint over the twin lakes. From there we’ll descend to the crater, crossing the lakes and stopping for a coffee before climbing again to the top of the crater but on the western side. Our ride continues along southern coast until we reach Ponta Delgada again.

/Ride OPTION 2:

Ponta Delgada – Vista do Rei – Ponta Delgada (42 km - 906m) Breakfast at the

hotel. Start of the ride, towards the magnificent Lagoa das 7 cidades, a huge twin lake situated in the crater of the dormant volcano. We’ll ride 8 km along the coast to approach the climb to the volcano, it’s a solid 10km climb to Vista do Rei, a spectacular viewpoint over the twin lakes. Return to Ponta Delgada rolling downhill from the viewpoint. Night: Hotel Marina Atlântico or Azor Hotel

DAY 4:

Bike Tour in Azores Ride /OPTION 1: Ponta Delgada – Lagoa - Furnas (45 km – 1000m) Breakfast at the hotel. Start of

our ride, towards the crater of Furnas. We ride along the south coast of the island; passing Vila Franco do Campo, and stopping to taste its cheesecake, as we gently climb to the Furnas area. Once in Furnas we’ll enter the cobblestones road along the beautiful lake and admire the incredible scenery of this area. Once past the lake area we head to our hotel base for the next few days. Here we’ll be able to relax in the hot springs and amazing gardens of the region before feasting on the typical Furnas stew at our hotel.

Ride /OPTION 2: Ponta Delgada – Ribeira Grande – Monte Escuro – Furnas (52km - 1200m) This

route will take us instead along the northern coast of the Island through Ribeira Grande and going through the Gorreana tea plantations just before the climb to Furnas. Night: Terra Nostra Garden Hotel or Furnas Boutique Hotel Thermal and SPA

DAY 5: Bike Tour in Azores

DAY 6: Bike Tour in Azores

Ride / OPTION 1: Furnas – Povoação – Nordeste – Furnas (75 km – 1865m) Breakfast at the hotel. Start

Ride /OPTION 1: Furnas – Gorreana – Ribeira Grande – Ponta Delgada (47km – 950m) Breakfast at the hotel,

of the loop ride along the eastern and northern part of this green island. This will be our longest ride. We’ll use the scenic coastal road that contours the island, along the windier and hilly but also beautiful Nordeste coast. We’ll go through Povoação, Água Retorta and stop for a coffee at Nordeste, on the northeastern tip of the island, noticing the difference in the landscape, where the coast gets a bit more rugged and with the cliffs opening up to the sea. As we turn south back to Furnas we face our last climb of the day.

/RIDE OPTION 2:

Furnas – Salto Cavalo – Fenais Ajuda – Furnas (45km – 1100m) Breakfast at

the hotel. This is another amazingly beautiful ride, this time to Salto do Cavalo, one of the iconic viewpoints of the island, overlooking the Furnas crater, the lake and has a magnificent view of the northeastern part of the island. We start our ride by warming up our legs in the Furnas village to prepare the climb to Salto do Cavalo, it’s a 9km climb with some tough ramps along the way. It’s really worthwhile and we’ll be rewarded with a magnificent view! After feasting with the views we’ll ride downhill to the northern part of the Island and gently turn south back to our hotel in Furnas.

OPTIONAL REST DAY/ HIKING DAY: Take a day off from the bike and

explore Lagoa das Furnas on foot in one of the many hiking trails you’ll find by the lagoon. Take time to enjoy the natural thermal SPA provided by the sulfuric springs as well as the beautiful gardens of your hotel. Night: Terra Nostra Garden Hotel or Furnas Boutique Hotel Thermal and SPA

before out last ride. Reverse route of Option 2 from day 4, taking us to the North Coast of the island, the tea plantations and back through the central plateau to Ponta Delgada.

Ride /OPTION 2: Furnas – Ponta Garça – Ponta Delgada (44km – 950m) Breakfast at the

hotel, before out last ride. Leaving Furnas we climb towards the South Coast where the road will lead us to Ponta Garça, a small town right be the ocean. We continue to ride west along the coast going through Vila Franca do Campo, where we can stop to enjoy once more the cheesecakes and a coffee. Having the same western bearing we face our last climb along Ribeira Chã, rolling downhill to Lagoa and finally to Ponta Delgada. Night: Hotel Marina Atlântico or Azor Hotel

DAY 7:

Transfer to Ponta Delgada Airport

Breakfast at the hotel. Checkout and transfer to Ponta Delgada airport.

Touring bike tours

BIKE TOUR IN THE SOUTHWEST COAST > ALENTEJO AND ALGARVE

RIDE OVERVIEW: This is an amazing oceanic bike tour that will take you from the start to the end of the Southwest coast of Portugal's natural park, the “Costa Vicentina”, experiencing the laidback and relaxed atmosphere of this region of the Alentejo and Algarve. Enjoy a weeklong ride in these peaceful rolling hills, discovering these great natural parks.

PRODUCT TYPE

TOUR OPTIONS

REGION/MAP

SELF-GUIDED

HISTORICAL CHARM BIG OUTDOORS BEACH

/ ALGARVE / ALENTEJO

WINE COUNTRY ROAD MOUNTAIN BIKE COUPLE GROUP

BASIC INFO

HIGHLIGHTS

DURATION

DAYS 6 nights

TOUR STARTS > Lisbon Airport, Portugal TOUR ENDS > Lisbon Airport, Portugal DIFFICULTY > Levels 1-2 (Active to Caffe Racer ) DAILY KM > From 45 to 60km ( adapted to group) TERRAIN TYPE > Rolling

hills, Flat roads, ocasional climbs

BIKE TYPE > Choose:

Mountain, Hybrid or E-bike

ALTIMETRY > From 350 to 850 meters daily (adapted to group)

GUIDED

PREMIUM

TOUR OPTIONS

> This is an amazing oceanic bike tour that will take you from the start to the end of the Southwest coast of Portugal’s natural park, the “Costa Vicentina”, experiencing the laidback and relaxed atmosphere of this region of the Alentejo and Algarve. Enjoy a weeklong ride in these peaceful rolling hills, discovering these great natural parks. Ride the beautiful oceanic roads and discover the Southwest Alentejo natural park, the finest preserved stretch of European coastline, covering over 100 km. These Parks include various unique species of animal and plant life, and are visited by many zoologists and botanists from all parts of the world. > Experience the tremendous variety of beaches, including long stretches of sand and small beaches nested between the cliffs and rocks. In this Alentejo coast bike tour, you’ll explore beaches such as Porto Covo, Malhão, Vila

Nova de Milfontes, Almograve, Monte Clérigo, Arrifana and Praia do Amado, many of them preserved in a virtually unspoilt state. > Discover the unspoilt Algarve, riding to Cape of São Vicente and the nearby Sagres promontory that housed the famous nautical school founded by the Infante D. Henrique in the 15th century. The car-free roads and trails of the Alentejo provide a great atmosphere for cycling tours and its topography makes it a great region for beginner and intermediate riders. > With its trademark gastronomy and great wines, it’s a great opportunity to taste the amazing fresh fish and seafood that are abundant in this region, as well as the local pastries. Ride towards Lagos and enjoy the beautiful beaches of Burgau, Luz, Dona Ana, and others.

Group size

Minimum of two guests

Individuals are welcome to join open dates

Availability

Available every day, on demand

Join an open date

Private tour option

Available to start everyday upon request

Available for a minimum of 4 guests

A vailable for a minimum of 4 guests

Hotel type

All nights in 4 star and charm hotels

All nights upgraded to 5 star and charm hotels or superior rooms

Accommodation

Shared Double or twin room, breakfast included

Luggage transfer

Daily, between hotels

Passenger transfer

From airport to start/end of the ride

Included at all times

Guidance type

No guide; GPS navigation and Portuguese cell-phone for remote assistance.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences. Additional guide rides with the group.

Vehicle Support

No vehicle support

Vehicle support at all times

Nutrition and hydration

Not included

Included

Bike and gear rental

Scott bike, Scott helmet and Garmin GPS

Meals

Breakfast included

Breakfast and nutrition/hydration during rides included

Other experiences

Not included

Not included, optional

Wine tasting and visit to wine cellars

Equipment

Not included

Jersey included

Jersey, bib shorts and cycling cap included

Rider Insurance

During the ride, for accidents only

Per rider

€ 1 390

€1 990

€ 2 890

Single Supplement

€ 500

€ 750

high-season supplement (May to September)

€ 100

Upgrade to premium hotels

€ 300

Already included in price

Half-board supplement (dinner)

€ 210 Dinners at hotel, drinks not included

€ 210 Dinners at selected restaurants,

drinks not included

Full-board supplement (lunch and dinner)

Not available

€ 420 Dinners and lunches at selected restaurants

E-bike supplement

€ 100

Per non-cyclist

Not available

20% discount

Children up to 10 y/old

35% discount

Children from 10 to 14 y/old

25% discount

Children from 14 to 17y/old

20% discount

PRICES

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

NOT INCLUDED:

> Meals, except when specified (optional); / Flights; / Gratuities (optional); / Personal Expenses;

ADDITIONAL NIGHTS:

Extend your stay in Lisbon or Lagos for an additional 1 or 2 nights, before or after this tour

AVAILABLE OPEN DATES IN 2019: 14 APR > 20 APR 02 JUN > 08 JUN 29 SEP > 05 OUT

DAY TO DAY DAY 1:

DAY 3:

Pick-up at Lisbon airport and transfer to Sines (1h30m). Private briefing and start of the ride in Sines, by the sea, towards the beautiful beaches of São Torpes. A 13km ride by the seaside road will take you to the piscatorial village of Porto Côvo, which provides for excellent lunch options. Follow the bay, in the direction of the “Ilha do Pessegueiro”, an island immortalized in the Portuguese songbook. Keep riding the trails, from beach to beach along the cliffs, go through Aivados, Malhão and Porto das Barcas, until you reach Vila Nova de Milfontes, a peaceful village that is bathed by both the Atlantic Ocean and the Mira River. After the visit and enjoying the views proceed inland to Cercal and your rural hotel Herdade da Matinha. Night at Herdade da Matinha (or similar). Night Herdade da Matinha (included in the premium option) or River Inn Milfontes

Breakfast at the hotel and start of the ride. Exiting Herdade do Touril you’ll quickly reach Zambujeira do Mar, a quaint little fishing village and beach. You will need ride down the hill to the beach and then up again, climbing the steep road to get you off the valley. A few kilometers ahead you will reach Praia do Carvalhal. Riding uphill, you will see a lot of farms and large scale production greenhouses. Reaching Odeceixe, a beautiful traditional village, you will be led to the ocean and then again uphill to this region’s plateau. Once at the top you will cross, and sometimes pedal along, an artificial water canal used to irrigate the soil around here. In just a few kilometers you will reach your hotel, Monte do Cardal. Ride up to Aljezur and Arrifana to Herdade do Monte do Sol in the “guided” and “self-guided” option Night at Monte do Cardal (included in the premium option) or Herdade Monte do Sol

Transfer from Lisbon to Sines – Ride to Vila Nova de Milfontes and Cercal (43km ride).

DAY 2:

Cercal – Zambujeira do Mar/Brejão (40 to 55km ride)

Breakfast at the hotel and start of the ride. After leaving Cercal, you will cross the bridge over the River Mira, enjoying the views. Just a bit ahead you will exit N393 and enter on a macadam trail, allowing you to cycle along the farming areas of this region. This trail will cross again N393 and take you to Almograve, a famous village around here for it’s sandy beach surrounded by cliffs. Continue to pedal along the green houses and farming areas and reach Cabo Sardão, a small cape with its lighthouse. From here we suggest the 8.5 km tour along the ocean cliffs, allowing you to observe the deep blue colors of the ocean from the top, crowds of sea birds, the beaches and cliffs. A bit before Zambujeira do Mar, just at the end of the trail, you’ll find your hotel for the night, the charming Herdade do Touril ( included in the premium option) or Cerca do Sul, in nearby Brejão. Night at Herdade do Touril (included in the premium option) or Cerca do Sul

Zambujeira do Mar – Aljezur (30km to 48km ride)

DAY 5:

Vilarinha - Sagres (40km)

After breakfast you will be riding to the Sagres area where you can visit the old navigators school from the 15th century. Besides the fortress you will be able to also appreciate the ocean cliffs of both capes: São Vicente and Sagres. You’ll reach Cape São Vicente on a macadam trail, and then head down towards Sagres, the southernmost point of Portugal, where you can have lunch. Checkin at the beautiful Memmo Baleeira hotel and enjoy Sagres, Martinhal or the the Baleeira beach for the day. Night at Memmo Baleeira or Pousada de Sagres

DAY 6:

Sagres - Lagos (45km)

After breakfast at the hotel, you need to ride back to Vila do Bispo, cycling a bit along the N268 and then crossing N125 at Raposeira. After, you will cycle on low traffic roads until Praia da Luz, passing along many beaches, one of them amazingly semi-desert and naturally preserved. DAY 4: After Praia da Luz you will mix with Monte do Cardal – Vilarinha/Pedralva moderated traffic until you reach (35 to 49km) Breakfast at the hotel and start of the this section’s last kilometers. Before ride. Just after you start your ride you arriving in Lagos, we suggest a visit will reach Aljezur, an old Moorish village to the nearby ocean cliffs as they are worth seeing. Check-in at your already in the Algarve region. Don’t hotel in Lagos – enjoy the city’s forget to visit Aljezur’s beach Praia vibrant feel, restaurants, bars and da Amoreira. You will then start the climb to the castle and, from there on, other attractions. Night at Cascade Wellness and continues to go uphill until you reach Lifestyle Resort ( included in the the altitude of 125m. After reaching premium option) or Tivoli Lagos the top, you will ride a long macadam road that will lead you through the Natural Southwest Park forest and DAY 7: Transfer Lagos - Lisbon After along the ridge of the sierra. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the great views over the lower lands Lisbon airport or hotel. and the ride through the small villages and isolated houses. A few kilometers before Carrapateira you have a high slope downhill. Then at Carrapateira, take the round circuit and enjoy the most amazing cliffs over the ocean’s marvelous blue backdrop. From here you will follow the upstream of a small stream to Pedralva, an abandoned rural village now fully renovated for tourism purposes. From Pedralva it’s just a stone’s throw to reach Casa Fajara ( included in the premium option) where your hotel is, or Pedralva rural tourism. Night: Casa Fajara (included in the premium option) or Aldeia da Pedralva rural tourism

BIKE TOUR IN THE

PORTUGUESE CAMINO / BY THE COAST, FROM PORTO

RIDE OVERVIEW Cycle the Portuguese Way of St. James, from Porto to Santiago de Compostela, using ancient paths that traverse woods, farmlands, villages and historical cities like Barcelos, Ponte de Lima, Tui and Pontevedra. Ride the roads, trails and paths of The Way, passing by chapels, churches, convents and the ever-present road markings, in an experience that truly never ends, as you get to know the North of Portugal and Galizaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great cultural heritage.

PRODUCT TYPE

TOUR OPTIONS

REGION/MAP

SELF-GUIDED

HISTORICAL CHARM BIG OUTDOORS BEACH WINE COUNTRY

/ LEISURE / CAMINHO DE SANTIAGO / PORTO

MOUNTAIN BIKE COUPLE GROUP

BASIC INFO DURATION

DAYS 7 nights

TOUR STARTS > Porto airport, Portugal TOUR ENDS > Porto airport, Portugal DIFFICULTY > Levels 2 (Caffe Racer) DAILY KM > From 40 to 65 km ( adapted to group) TERRAIN TYPE > Rolling

hills, flat roads,

occasional climbs BIKE TYPE > Choose

between Mountain, Hybrid

or E-bike ALTIMETRY > From 500 to 800 meters daily (adapted to group)

GUIDED

PREMIUM

TOUR OPTIONS

HIGHLIGHTS > The coastal variation of the Portuguese Camino will take you from Porto to Santiago de Compostela on a bike tour by the medieval and romanic cities of the north of Portugal and Galiza. Always accompanied by the ocean, this is a less steep track than the Central Camino, in which you’ll visit the medieval the camino is an epic journey turned bike tour, that started in the 9th Century with the discovery, in Galiza, of the remains of St. James. In 1325, the Portuguese queen Isabel made a pilgrimage to Santiago following a route very similar to the one that today is marked with yellow arrows, crossing the then recently built Barcelos bridge; Now it’s your time to trail the Way of St James. > Cycling the camino is an epic journey turned bike tour, that started in the 9th Century with the discovery, in Galiza, of the remains of St. James. In 1325, the Portuguese queen Isabel made a pilgrimage to Santiago following a route very similar to the one that today is marked with yellow arrows, crossing the then recently built Barcelos bridge; Now it’s your time to trail the Way of St James. > Start cycling the Camino in the city of Porto, settled in the 4th century during the roman occupation, visit its UNESCO world

heritage sites and its unique traditions, architecture, port wines and cellars. Riding the Way of St James, you’ll feel like a citizen of the world, where several languages are spoken as one, passing through amazing medieval villages like Ponte de Lima, Barcelos and Valença, with typical traces from the northern Portuguese architecture and art. > The portuguese way of St James is made of trails and dirt tracks, ancient roman roads, municipal roads and even alongside modern roads. It’s of an enormous diversity and there’s always a surprise on every bend. > Immerse in the scenario of Minho and Galicia, while cycling the Camino, the roads and trails of the woodland areas, small villages and “pueblos” that still seem to be in the Middle Ages. Enjoy this regions’ gastronomy, rich in variety and flavor, a true feast for your senses. Taste the Port and Green wines, so typical of the Minho region and stay in some of the best hotels in the Way of St James. > Arrive in Santiago de Compostela, designated UNESCO world heritage site and admire the shrine of Saint James at the end of your pilgrimage.

Group size

Minimum of two guests

Individuals are welcome to join open dates

Availability

Available every day, on demand

Join an open date

Private tour option

Available to start everyday upon request

Available for a minimum of 4 guests

A vailable for a minimum of 4 guests

Hotel type

All nights in 4 star and charm hotels

All nights upgraded to 5 star and charm hotels or superior rooms

Accommodation

Shared Double or twin room, breakfast included

Luggage transfer

Daily, between hotels

Passenger transfer

From airport to start/end of the ride

Included at all times

Guidance type

No guide; GPS navigation and Portuguese cell-phone for remote assistance.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences. Additional guide rides with the group.

Vehicle Support

No vehicle support

Vehicle support at all times

Nutrition and hydration

Not included

Included

Bike and gear rental

Scott bike, Scott helmet and Garmin GPS

Meals

Breakfast included

Breakfast and nutrition/hydration during rides included

Other experiences

Not included

Not included, optional

Wine tasting and visit to wine cellars

Equipment

Not included

Jersey included

Jersey, bib shorts and cycling cap included

Rider Insurance

During the ride, for accidents only

Per rider

€ 1 585

€ 2 275

€ 3 075

Single Supplement

€ 500

€ 750

high-season supplement (May to September)

€ 150

Upgrade to premium hotels

€ 350

Already included in price

Half-board supplement (dinner)

€ 240 Dinners at hotel, drinks not

€ 240 Dinners at selected restaurants,

Full-board supplement (lunch and dinner)

Not available

€ 450 Dinners and lunches at selected restaurants

E-bike supplement

€ 100

Per non-cyclist

Not available

20% discount

Children up to 10 y/old

35% discount

Children from 10 to 14 y/old

25% discount

Children from 14 to 17y/old

20% discount

PRICES

included

drinks not included

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

NOT INCLUDED:

> Meals, except when specified (optional); / Flights; / Gratuities (optional); / Personal Expenses;

ADDITIONAL NIGHTS:

Extend your stay in Porto or Santiago de Compostela for an additional 1 or 2 nights before or after this tour.

AVAILABLE OPEN DATES IN 2019: 19 MAY > 26 MAY 16 JUN > 23 JUN 01 SEP > 08 SEP 21 OCT > 27 OCT

DAY TO DAY DAY 1

DAY 2

DAY 3:

Pick up from the airport and transfer to the Ipanema Park Hotel or riverside Pestana World Heritage hotel (included in the “premium” option), located in the Ribeira, the city’s iconic living postcard. You have a free afternoon to visit the beautiful and cozy city of Porto, rich with history and monuments like the Clérigos Tower and the D. Luis Bridge. The old quarters of Baixa with its local shops, restaurants and pastry shops, Ribeira a quarter by the river Douro, facing the wine cellars of the Port wine, full with the city’s traditions and historical connection to the wine and the wine country of the Douro. Shopping areas such as Santa Catarina and Aliados Avenue. Not to miss are the great restaurants around town with some of the tastiest food in the country. Night: Ipanema Park Hotel or Pestana Heritage (included in “premium” option)

After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to the Porto Cathedral from where you’ll begin your pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, cycling the Camino. In Sé Cathedral, you can enter and pick-up your pilgrim passport, that you can ask to be stamped in several hotels and restaurants as you go through the Camino. From Sé, you’ll start your adventure through the city, descending Sé Velha and Mouzinho da Silveira street, to Porto’s riverside, riding the cycle paths alongside the Douro river, untill you get to Leça da Palmeira. From here on, you’ll start following the yellow arrow’s by Portugal’s coastline, towards the north. From Leça da Palmeira, the Camino will be a mix of cycle paths, paved roads and walkways all the way until you reach the historical city of “Vila do Conde” and the beach resort plus fishermen’s town of “Póvoa do Varzim” – both of which are good options for lunch. After “Póvoa do Varzim”, keep riding through the small fishermen’s villages until you reach Fão, where you’ll turn left, towards the ocean once more and the pinetree forested area of Ofir, staying for the night in Axis Ofir hotel or Hotel Parque do Rio ( included in the “premium” option) Night: Axis Ofir Hotel or Hotel parque do Rio (included in “premium” option)

After breakfast at the hotel, start your day riding north, crossing the river to Esposende and alongside the Cávado river – then through the quaint villages of the north of Portugal. At km15 you’ll start climbing and entering a more technical trail until you cross a very narrow bridge across the Neiva river – another climb will follow until you reach Viana do Castelo, across the river, where you will be able to see te “Santa Luzia” church on top of the nearby mountain range. The historical city center is a good option to stop for lunch and visit. After Viana, keep riding north and inland, through the mountain range – some urban single tracks and ancient paved roads will follow, until you reach “Vila Praia de Âncora”, from where you’ll ride the Ecopista, by the shoreline, until you reach your hotel, “Portas do Sol”, just outside Caminha or Caminha “Design & Wine Hotel” (included in the “premium” option) Night: Portas do Sol or Design & Wine Hotel (included in “premium” option)

Arrival and transfer from Porto airport

Cycling the Camino: Porto - Ofir (65km)

Cycling the Camino: Ofir – Caminha (35km)

DAY 4

Cycling the Camino: Caminha - Baiona (38km) Leave Caminha by ferry boat (there’s one every hour, except on Monday), towards “A Guarda”, entering Spain. This day offers no big climbs, just ups and downs until you reach Bayona, a beautiful coastal town. Meanwhile, enjoy the medieval villages across the galician coastline, tasting wonderful tapas and seafood along the way. Stop in Bayona for lunch to admire this beautiful city and rest at the local “Parador”, located by the Marina of this piscatory city. This is a short but sweet ride, to prepare you for your next day, which is the toughest ride of the wek, so take your time to relax in Baiona! Night: Parador Baiona

DAY 5

Cycling the Camino: Baiona - Vigo Pontevedra (65km) This might just be the toughest day of your Camino! After breakfast, resume your ride towards Vigo which is 25km away, tackling a short, but steep climb to reach Saigráns and to experience one of the most beautiful views in the region: Vigo’s “Ria”, where the sea water mixes with the river, and you’ll be able to see the “bateas” where mussels are produced (a local delicacy) and the Ciés islands in the background – a natural park in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. You will then descend into the busy city of Vigo

and then back up, towards a mountain range that overlooks the Ria de Vigo – 12km of macadam trails overlooking the Ria, followed by a descent towards Redondela – from Redondela, the “central camino” and the “coastal camino” become one! Another climb near Cessantes and then a descent to cross the Verdugo river over the romanic bridge of “Ponte Sampaio”. One final push after and then, from km28 on, it’s a long descent until you reach Pontevedra and its beautiful Parador right in the middle of it’s historical center. Take your time to explore Pontevedra’s center on a walk at nightime by the Galician plazas of Ourense and Ferraria, where you’ll find the city’s Basilica and Chapel. Night: Parador de Pontevedra

DAY 6:

Cycling the Camino: Pontevedra - Padrón (41km) After breakfast you’ll continue your pilgrimage feeling you’re already getting close to Santiago. You’ll notice another change in the landscape since you’ll be abandoning the coast and returning to inland Galicia, with its lush green woods and forested areas. Your hotel of the day is located in Padrón a village known for being the cradle of Galicia and for its Green Peppers, the Padrón Peppers. Take some time to visit the village, climb to the Santiaguiño do Monte lookout point, visit the botanical gardens or Toxa waterfall and taste the food, If you’re adventurous

BIKE TOUR IN

MINHO:

THE GREEN CRADLE OF PORTUGAL RIDE OVERVIEW A bike tour for beginners or families who want to discover the early Portuguese history while riding through peaceful trails alongside the Lima river and the Atlantic Ocean, surrounded by luscious green landscape and vineyards where local Green wines are planted.

PRODUCT

TOUR OPTIONS

REGION/MAP

HISTORICAL CHARM BIG OUTDOORS BEACH

Rio / LEISURE / MINHO

Valença

Caminha

ROAD MOUNTAIN BIKE

COUPLE

Viana do Castelo

GROUP

BASIC INFO:

Minh

Vila Nova de Cerveira

WINE COUNTRY

SELF-GUIDED

Lim

Ponte da Barca

Ponte de Lima

Parque Na cional da

Pene da-Gerês

HIGHLIGHTS:

DURATION

7 DAYS 6 nights

TOUR STARTS > Porto airport, Portugal TOUR ENDS > Porto airport, Portugal DIFFICULTY > Levels 1-2 (Beginner) DAILY KM > From 28 to 35 km ( adapted to group) TERRAIN TYPE > ➢Mostly

flat ciclopaths

BIKE TYPE > Choose:

Touring or E-bike

ALTIMETRY > 200 accumulated meters daily (adapted to group)

> A bike tour fit for beginner and intermediate bike touring enthusiasts, in the cradle of Portugal: the Minho region. Ride by marked, easy macadam trails alongside luscious green landscape, from the Lima and Vez Rivers to the Atlantic Ocean, rediscovering the traces of early Portuguese history, from the 12th century on. Relaxing in former Manor Houses, now refurbished as charming hotels, you’ll ride along the Vez and Lima Rivers, in Ponte da Barca and Arcos de Valdevez, nearby the Peneda Geres National park, towards the sea, discovering the historical centres of Viana do Castelo, Caminha and Valença, while tasting the trademark green wines, gastronomy and millennial old history of this region. Riding by the Lima river, you’ll reach Ponte de Lima, the oldest “vila” or village, in Portugal, founded in the 12th century and best known by its Roman and Medieval bridge – a small town, which has much to offer in terms of culture, gastronomy and local wines, as this region is renowned by its typical Green wine.

GUIDED

PREMIUM

TOUR OPTIONS

> Arriving to the Atlantic Ocean, you’ll get to visit Viana do Castelo, with the ever present Santa Luzia Sanctuary overlooking this piscatorial city – explore it’s historical Centre by the sea and enjoy the fresh fish and seafood of the region. > From Viana, you’ll start riding by the Atlantic Ecopista, which is also a marked trail that is part of the Camino de Santiago, so you get to ride by the “Camino Português”, a pilgrimage route that started in the 9th Century with the discovery, in Galiza, of the remains of St. James. > Arriving to Caminha you’ll get to see the Minho river, that serves as a natural border between Portugal and Galiza, in Northern Spain. Riding alongside the Minho river, by the Ecopista, you’ll reach Valença, where you’ll get to visit and stay for the night inside this 17th century fortress overlooking Spain, where you should try the local “Alvarinho” wines.

Group size

Minimum of two guests

Individuals are welcome to join open dates

Availability

Available every day, on demand

Join an open date

Private tour option

Available to start everyday upon request

Available for a minimum of 4 guests

A vailable for a minimum of 4 guests

Hotel type

All nights in 4 star and charm hotels

All nights upgraded to 5 star and charm hotels or superior rooms

Accommodation

Shared Double or twin room, breakfast included

Luggage transfer

Daily, between hotels

Passenger transfer

From airport to start/end of the ride

Included at all times

Guidance type

No guide; GPS navigation and Portuguese cell-phone for remote assistance.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences. Additional guide rides with the group.

Vehicle Support

No vehicle support

Vehicle support at all times

Nutrition and hydration

Not included

Included

Bike and gear rental

Scott bike, Scott helmet and Garmin GPS

Meals

Breakfast included

Breakfast and nutrition/hydration during rides included

Other experiences

Not included

Not included, optional

Wine tasting and visit to wine cellars

Equipment

Not included

Jersey included

Jersey, bib shorts and cycling cap included

Rider Insurance

During the ride, for accidents only

Per rider

€ 1 390

€1 990

€ 2 890

Single Supplement

€ 500

€ 750

high-season supplement (May to September)

€ 100

Upgrade to premium hotels

€ 300

Already included in price

Half-board supplement (dinner)

€ 210 Dinners at hotel, drinks not included

€ 210 Dinners at selected restaurants,

drinks not included

Full-board supplement (lunch and dinner)

Not available

€ 420 Dinners and lunches at selected restaurants

E-bike supplement

€ 100

Per non-cyclist

Not available

20% discount

Children up to 10 y/old

35% discount

Children from 10 to 14 y/old

25% discount

Children from 14 to 17y/old

20% discount

PRICES

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

NOT INCLUDED:

> Meals, except when specified (optional); / Flights; / Gratuities (optional); / Personal Expenses;

ADDITIONAL NIGHTS: Extend your stay in Porto or before or after this tour.

AVAILABLE OPEN DATES IN 2019: 30 JUN > 6 JUL 20 OCT > 26 OCT

DAY TO DAY DAY 1

DAY 3

At the scheduled time pick-up at Porto airport, and transfer to Ponte da Barca. Check-in at “Quinta da Prova” Manor House or Tempus Hotel & SPA ( included in the “premium” option) where you’ll be staying for the next few days, exploring Ponte da Barca and Arcos de Valdevez regions. If you arrive early, we suggest going for a loop ride by the luscious green margins of the Lima and Vez river, exploring the historical buildings of the region. Night at Quinta da Prova (upgrade to superior room in Premium option).

Breakfast at your hotel, followed by checkout. Today you’ll start your ride towards west, following the south section of the Lima river and through its marked trails. These are soft riverside macadam trails, with no climbs, that’ll lead you to Ponte de Lima, the oldest “vila” in Portugal, founded in the 12th century, where its Medieval bridge marks the landscape – a small town, which we recommend for lunch, and with much to offer in terms of culture, gastronomy and local wines. Cross the bridge to ride upwards, to Paço de Calheiros Manor House – the climb will lead you to a 13 acres estate with its very own manor house and vineyards, and where you’ll be greeted by the Count of Calheiros himself. Night at Paço de Calheiros (upgrade to superior room in Premium option).

Bike tour in Minho - Transfer from Porto to Ponte da Barca. Optional loop (28km).

Night in Ponte da Barca, at Quinta da Prova Manor House or Tempus Hotel & Spa (included in the “premium” option)

DAY 2

Bike tour in Minho - Ponte da Barca - Arcos de Valdevez loop (28km or 49km options) or Soajo (57km) Breakfast at your hotel, after which you can opt from three different rides, with different difficulty levels. You can choose from a 28km loop ride by the Northern bank of the Vez and Lima river, leading you to the historical Centre of Arcos de Valdevez, or extend the ride up to 49km, by the Ecopista of the Vez river. You can also opt for a tougher alternative, riding up to Soajo, to view the typical granite Espigueiros, to get a taste of the Peneda-Geres National Park. Riding back to Ponte da Barca, make sure you take your time to marvel at the local manor houses, 12th century Portuguese architecture and taste the local green wines and typical gastronomy of the region. Night in Ponte da Barca, at Quinta da Prova Manor House or Tempus Hotel & Spa (included in the “premium” option)

Bike tour in Minho - Ponte da Barca - Ponte de Lima (Paço de Calheiros) – 25km

Night in Ponte de Lima, at Paço de Calheiros Manor House (upgrade to superior room in Premium option)

DAY 4

Bike tour in Minho - Ponte de Lima - Viana do Castelo – 35km Breakfast at your hotel, followed by checkout. Ride down south, back to the margins of the Lima river – today, you’ll be heading towards the sea! After reaching Ponte de Lima, ride West, by the south bank of the Lima river, until you reach Viana do Castelo another day with no big inclines. Crossing the river to Viana do Castelo, you’ll be able to see the monumental Santa Luzia sanctuary that looks over the city. The historical city Centre of Viana is really worth exploring and has great options for lunch. Check in at Casa do Ameal Manor House for the night or choose to climb a bit more up to Pousada de Viana do Castelo (upgrade to Pousada de Viana do Castelo in Premium option), for a privileged view over the city. Night in Viana do Castelo: Casa do Ameal Manor House or Pousada de Viana do Castelo ( included in “Premium” option)

DAY 5

Bike tour in Minho - Viana – Caminha – 35km Breakfast at your hotel, followed by checkout. Today you’ll head North, but first you’ll ride by Viana’s beautiful city Centre, discovering its Fort, Nossa senhora da Agonia church, before reaching the Atlantic Ecopista, which is a part of the “Camino de Santiago”. This is an ocean side marked trail with no technical difficulties, that’ll lead you to Vila Praia de Âncora and then to Caminha. You’ll ride by macadam trails, backroads and boardwalks by the beautiful beaches of northern Portugal, crossing pine tree forests and some ancient pathways. Take the time to visit the lovely Centre of Caminha, as you’ll be staying in “Design & Wine hotel” (upgrade to superior room in “Premium” option), in Caminha’s historical centre. Night in Caminha, at Design & Wine Hotel (upgrade to superior room in “Premium” option)

DAY 6

Bike tour in Minho - Caminha - Valença, noite Pousada Valença (32km) Breakfast at your hotel, followed by checkout. Leaving the ocean behind, you’ll ride by the Northern bank of the Minho river, overlooking Spain across the border as you ride along the Ecopista towards Valença. No technical difficulties as you’ll ride mainly by a marked pathway alongside the river, towards Vila Nova de Cerveira – its quaint Centre is worth a visit and a stop at a local cafe – and then towards Valença do Minho, marked by its medieval fortress, which you should dedicate some time to explore. You’ll check in at Pousada de Valença (upgrade to superior room in Premium option), located inside the fortress overlooking Spain and Tui –make sure to try the “Alvarinho” wines from the region. Night in Hotel in Valença, at Pousada Valença (upgrade to superior room in Premium option)

DAY 7

Bike tour in Minho - Optional loop to Tui, in Spain - Transfer to Porto Breakfast and check-out of your hotel. If you feel like riding some more, go for a short loop up to Spain, to visit Tui’s historical city Centre, before being transferred back to Porto at the scheduled time.

BIKE TOURING

IN THE

DOURO RIVER

WINE COUNTRY

PRODUCT TYPE

TOUR OPTIONS

REGION/MAP

SELF-GUIDED

WINE COUNTRY

GUIDED

PREMIUM

TOUR OPTIONS

HISTORICAL

Group size

Minimum of two guests

Individuals are welcome to join open dates

Availability

Available every day, on demand

Join an open date

Private tour option

Available to start everyday upon request

Available for a minimum of 4 guests

A vailable for a minimum of 4 guests

Hotel type

All nights in 4 star and charm hotels

All nights upgraded to 5 star and charm hotels or superior rooms

Accommodation

Shared Double or twin room, breakfast included

OLIVE OIL

Luggage transfer

Daily, between hotels

BOAT

Passenger transfer

From airport to start/end of the ride

Included at all times

Guidance type

No guide; GPS navigation and Portuguese cell-phone for remote assistance.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences. Additional guide rides with the group.

Vehicle Support

No vehicle support

Vehicle support at all times

Nutrition and hydration

Not included

Included

Bike and gear rental

Scott bike, Scott helmet and Garmin GPS

Meals

Breakfast included

Breakfast and nutrition/hydration during rides included

Other experiences

Not included

Not included, optional

Boat ride in the Douro, Wine tasting and visit to wine cellars

Equipment

Not included

Jersey included

Jersey, bib shorts and cycling cap included

Rider Insurance

During the ride, for accidents only

Per rider

€ 1 390

€1 990

€ 2 890

Single Supplement

€ 500

€ 750

high-season supplement (May to September)

€ 100

Upgrade to premium hotels

€ 300

Already included in price

Half-board supplement (dinner)

€ 210 Dinners at hotel, drinks not

€ 210 Dinners at selected restaurants,

included

drinks not included

Full-board supplement (lunch and dinner)

Not available

€ 420 Dinners and lunches at selected restaurants

E-bike supplement

€ 100

Per non-cyclist

Not available

20% discount

Children up to 10 y/old

35% discount

Children from 10 to 14 y/old

25% discount

Children from 14 to 17y/old

20% discount

CULTURAL GOURMET

/ LEISURE / DOURO

CHARM ROAD COUPLE GROUP

BASIC INFO DURATION

DAYS 6 nights

TOUR STARTS > Porto airport, Portugal TOUR ENDS > Porto airport, Portugal DIFFICULTY > Levels 2 (Caffe Racer) DAILY KM > From 45 to 60km ( adapted to group) TERRAIN TYPE > Mountainous

terrain, intermediate

climbs / descents BIKE TYPE > Choose between Hybrid, Road or E-bike

ALTIMETRY > From 500 to 1000 meters daily (adapted to group)

HIGHLIGHTS > A bike touring experience designed for moderately experienced bike touring fans, by the Douro river’s demarcated wine region. Ride by the wine villages of Provesende, Pinhão and Peso da Régua by the river, enjoying its trademark UNESCO world heritage “socalcos” or terraced vineyards and experiencing the secular traditions of this region. Visit the vineyards, wine cellars, taste some of the best port and Douro wines and discover traces of the early history of Portugal, staying two nights in the same hotel in order to get a deeper knowledge of the area. > The sheer history of this region, from Porto, one of the oldest city centres in Europe, settled in the 4th century during the roman occupation when it was named Portus Cale, to the UNESCO world heritage “socalcos”, that hold the wine farms on the steep hills of the Douro river, and to its own unique traditions, architecture, port wines and cellars. > The beautiful landscapes and vantage points over the Douro River, also a UNESCO world heritage, with its trademark “socalcos” or terraced vineyards; Visit the authentic and picturesque wine villages of Peso da Régua, Pinhão, Provesende, all close or on the riverbank of the Douro “expressway” and were historically focused on the commerce and transportation of the grapes and the wine, to and from Porto, in the traditional “Rabelo” boats that docked in their ports.

> Taste all the different wines of the Douro wine country, from the world famous and acclaimed vintage Port wines, which were recently nominated 2014’s best wines in the world to the prized red and white Douro wines. Experience the wine production system: help the farmers stomp the grapes in traditional fashion, visit the farms and the wineries and observe as the “Rabelo” boats carry the wine towards the city of Porto. Indulge in the local gastronomy, always varied and tasty, whether in Michelin starred restaurants or local “tascas”. Meat lovers won’t forget the “Posta Mirandesa” or the oven baked and smoked meats.

PRICES

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

NOT INCLUDED:

> Meals, except when specified (optional); / Flights; / Gratuities (optional); / Personal Expenses;

ADDITIONAL NIGHTS:

Extend your stay in Porto, Pinhão or Marialva for an additional 1 or 2 nights before or after this tour.

DAY TO DAY DAY 1:

Transfer to Provesende

Pick-up at the airport/train station in Porto. At the scheduled time, transfer to Provesende, a wine village in the heart of the demarcated wine region of the Douro (around 1h30m). Bike fit, private briefing and check-in at your hotel, “Morgadio da Calçada”, a XVth century manor house now converted into a charm hotel (included in the premium option) or the familiar “Quinta das Manhãs do Douro”, both located in a picturesque village overlooking the Pinhão river. Optional ride towards São Martinho da Anta, or enjoy your day relaxing or walking in some of the trails of this village. Night: Quinta Manhãs do Douro or Morgadio da Calçada ( premium option)

DAY 2:

Provesende – Ferrão – Pinhão Provesende (25 to 65km – 300 to 1100m accumulated height) (or optional rest or walking day)

Breakfast at the hotel.Start of your ride towards Sabrosa ( birthplace of Portuguese Navigator Ferdinand Magellans), and then towards São Martinho das Antas, to witness the megalithical monuments and views over the Alvão and Marão Sierras. From then on, it’s downward to the Douro, to Gouvinhas and Quinta do Crasto to overlook the Douro in a stop that can be as long or as short as you’d like, depending on lunch and wine tasting ( included in the premium option) in this amazing farm overlooking the river. Head on to Ferrão for a shorter option, catching the scenic Douro train, or ride on to Pinhão, where you can get a lift back up to Provesende, or if your are feeling well, tackle the beautiful climb up to Provesende, overlooking the pinhão river. If you prefer, take the day off the bike to relax and visit Provesende and explore one of the walking trails of the region, leading you to Pinhão and back. Night: Quinta Manhãs do Douro or Morgadio da Calçada ( premium option)

DAY 3:

DAY 4:

DAY 5:

Breakfast at the hotel. Start your ride going north, towards Sabrosa and then to Parada do Pinhão, on a beautiful plateau overlooking Pinhão river. Turn east, towards Favaios, for a quick pitstop to taste the famous local licorish wine ( ask for a “Favaíto” with your espresso) and then turn south towards Pinhão, on one of the most epic descents of the region. Reaching Pinhão, check in at “The Vintage House” Douro ( included in the premium option), a 5 star scenic hotel by the riverside in the center of Pinhão or at the charming Quinta de La Rosa, on the famous “Vale do Inferno”. Night: Quinta de La Rosa or Vintage House Douro ( premium option)

Breakfast at the hotel. Start riding north, on a steep uphill towards “Casal de Loivos”, a viewpoint overlooking the Douro river on a small village that’s really worth the climb! Keep riding east, towards Alijó, and then descend back to the Tua river. When the Tua meets the Douro, there are some nice lunch options, after which you can choose to ride back to Pinhão or even catch the scenic Douro train or boat ( included in the premium option) back to Pinhão. Night: Quinta de La Rosa or Vintage House Douro ( premium option)

Breakfast at the hotel. Start of the ride by the N222. This is a flat stretch of road that connects the 2 riverside villages of Régua and Pinhão. You’ll be able to cruise along the river enjoying the scenery and getting yourself acquainted with this wine region. We’ll turn right to climb towards Tabuaço along the Távora River, checking the amazing views over the vineyards. Stop in Tabuaço to visit this small village, old city centre and start descending towards Adorigo and the river. Ride back to your hotel in Régua, Quinta da Pacheca ( included in the premium option), a restored manor house with beautiful vineyards or “Casa do Relógio do Sol”. Night: Casa do Relógio do Sol or Quinta da Pacheca ( premium option)

Provesende –Favaios – Pinhão (54km, 600m of accumulated height)

Pinhão – Casal de Loivos – Alijó – Foz do Tua – Pinhão ( or optional rest day)

Pinhão – Tabuaço – Peso da Régua (optional ride 35 -55km - 800m)

DAY 6:

Régua – Lamego – Régua (or optional rest day or walking day)

Breakfast at the hotel. Ride to Lamego, a city connected to the birth of the nation and where Afonso Henriques we declared by the noblemen of the land as the first king of Portugal. At the top of the hill and commanding over the town is the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remédios, with its majestic staircase connecting to the city centre. In the afternoon, you can visit Quinta da Pacheca wine farm and wine cellar and taste some of their best Port, red and white wines ( included in the premium option). Night: Casa do Relógio do Sol or Quinta da Pacheca (included in the premium option)

DAY 7:

Free day – Transfer to Porto – End of tour

Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out and, at the scheduled time, private transfer to Porto Airport/ train station. End of tour.

BIKE TOURING IN

ALENTEJO WINE COUNTRY

RIDE OVERVIEW Cycling holidays in the Alentejo, where you’ll get to discover the millennial history, culture and traditions of one of the world’s best wine countries. Enjoy a week long ride in these peaceful rolling hills while exploring local wine cellars, sleeping in convents and discovering the UNESCO world heritage sites of cities like Évora, Vila Viçosa and Monsaraz.

PRODUCT

TOUR OPTIONS

REGION/MAP

SELF-GUIDED

HISTORICAL CHARM BIG OUTDOORS BEACH

/ LEISURE / ALENTEJO

Estremoz Arraiolos

WINE COUNTRY

Vila Viçosa

Évora

ROAD

Reguengos de Monsaraz

MOUNTAIN BIKE COUPLE

Barragem do Alqueva

GROUP

BASIC INFO:

HIGHLIGHTS:

DURATION

7 DAYS 6 nights

TOUR STARTS > Lisbon airport, Portugal TOUR ENDS > Lisbon airport, Portugal DIFFICULTY > Levels 1-2 (Active to Caffe Racer) DAILY KM > From 30 to 60km ( adapted to group) TERRAIN TYPE > ➢Rolling

hills, flat roads, occasional climbs

BIKE TYPE > Choose:

Hybrid or E-bike

ALTIMETRY > From 400 to 600 meters daily (adapted to group)

GUIDED

PREMIUM

TOUR OPTIONS

> This is a easy to moderate bike touring experience by the historical and UNESCO world sites of Évora, Monsaraz and Vila Viçosa, exploring the vineyards of one of the world’s best wine countries. A bike tour in the sunny Alentejo plains, suited for every type of rider, where you’ll explore the natural beauty of the vineyards and olive fields, admire the Alqueva lake and its Dark Sky reserve as well as trying the delicious local gastronomy. > After a transfer from Lisbon, your tour starts in Évora, capital of Alentejo, being received by our guides for a private briefing and bike fit that will take place at your hotel, placed inside the fortified walls of the Évora city center, UNESCO world heritage site. For the following days, you’ll be riding by the backroads of Alentejo, visiting the monuments of the region like the Almendres Cromlech or the Diana temple, tasting the beautiful wines of Cartuxa and Esporão and enjoying the rural landscape of the Alentejo “Montado”. After exploring Évora in a series of loop rides that

can take you as far or as little as you wish, you’ll ride towards Monsaraz, to explore the margins of the Alqueva Lake and the fortified village atop the lake. From your hotel in Monsaraz, you can choose to explore the region’s vineyards in several loop rides. Leaving Monsaraz, you’ll ride north, towards Vila Viçosa, in te middle of the marble region, to explore the marble quarries, Ducal Palace and castle and, in a series of loop rides from your hotel, ride up to Estremoz, Serra D’Ossa, Borba, and more. After a weeklong of riding and experiencing the wine country of Alentejo, get transfered back to Lisbon.

Group size

Minimum of two guests

Individuals are welcome to join open dates

Availability

Available every day, on demand

Join an open date

Private tour option

Available to start everyday upon request

Available for a minimum of 4 guests

A vailable for a minimum of 4 guests

Hotel type

All nights in 4 star and charm hotels

All nights upgraded to 5 star and charm hotels or superior rooms

Accommodation

Shared Double or twin room, breakfast included

Luggage transfer

Daily, between hotels

Passenger transfer

From airport to start/end of the ride

Included at all times

Guidance type

No guide; GPS navigation and Portuguese cell-phone for remote assistance.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences. Additional guide rides with the group.

Vehicle Support

No vehicle support

Vehicle support at all times

Nutrition and hydration

Not included

Included

Bike and gear rental

Scott bike, Scott helmet and Garmin GPS

Meals

Breakfast included

Breakfast and nutrition/hydration during rides included

Other experiences

Not included

Not included, optional

Wine tasting and visit to wine cellars

Equipment

Not included

Jersey included

Jersey, bib shorts and cycling cap included

Rider Insurance

During the ride, for accidents only

Per rider

€ 1 390

€1 990

€ 2 890

Single Supplement

€ 500

€ 750

high-season supplement (May to September)

€ 100

Upgrade to premium hotels

€ 300

Already included in price

Half-board supplement (dinner)

€ 210 Dinners at hotel, drinks not included

€ 210 Dinners at selected restaurants,

drinks not included

Full-board supplement (lunch and dinner)

Not available

€ 420 Dinners and lunches at selected restaurants

E-bike supplement

€ 100

Per non-cyclist

Not available

20% discount

Children up to 10 y/old

35% discount

Children from 10 to 14 y/old

25% discount

Children from 14 to 17y/old

20% discount

PRICES

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

NOT INCLUDED:

> Meals, except when specified (optional); / Flights; / Gratuities (optional); / Personal Expenses;

ADDITIONAL NIGHTS: Extend your stay in Lisbon or Évora before or after this tour.

AVAILABLE OPEN DATES IN 2019: MAR > SEP

DAY TO DAY DAY 1:

Transfer from Lisbon airport/train station/hotel to Évora. Check-in, private briefing and bike fita at your hotel, Mar D’ar Aqueduct Hotel & SPA ( Premium option) or Mar D’ar Muralhas. Free day to visit Évora’s city Center ( walking tour included in the Premium option). Night in Mar D’ar Aqueduto ( Premium option) or Mar D’ar Muralhas

DAY 2:

Évora loop to Arraiolos or Almendres Cromelech (35km to 60km) or optional rest day Breakfast at your hotel. Start of today’s loop ride, towards the fortified village of Arraiolos, to get to know it’s castle and textile traditions (45km). Optionally, visit the Almendres Cromelech, a 6000 year old menhir site, on a 38km loop. Visit to Cartuxa winery for wine tasting, at late afternoon ( included in the Premium option). Night in Mar D’ar Aqueduto ( Premium option) or Mar D’ar Muralhas

DAY 3:

Évora - Monsaraz: 63km ( or optional transfer for a shorter ride by Monsaraz) Breakfast and check-out at the hotel. Start of the ride, by some of the quietest roads of this region, through Montoito village and endless vineyards and farmland almost to the edge of the Reguengos, home of Herdade do Esporão, one of the iconic wine and olive oil producers in Alentejo. On arrival to Monsaraz, check in at the hotel São Lourenço do Barrocal, a former “Herdade” now converted into a charming luxury hotel ( included in the “Premium” option) or Horta da Moura, a 4 star rural resort, both near the fortified village of Monsaraz. Relax at your hotel for the rest of the Day and take your time to gaze at the starts in the Sky, parto f the Alqueva Dark Sky Reserve. Night in São Lourenço do Barrocal ( Premium option) or Horta da Moura

DAY 4:

Monsaraz loop - Reguengos and Esporão ride (35km to 60km) or optional rest day Breakfast at the hotel. Start of the ride, towards Herdade do Esporão, to visit the vineyards – visit and learn how the wine is produced, from grape to bottle, and then sample it on a wine tasting ( included in the Premium option). Ride back to your hotel and take a late afternoon hike to the top of Monsaraz village to enjoy the sunset before heading to a restaurant to taste the local gastronomy. Night in São Lourenço do Barrocal (Premium option) or Horta da Moura

DAY 5:

Monsaraz – Vila Viçosa (45km) Breakfast and check-out of your hotel. Start of the ride, going North, towards Vila Viçosa, in the heart of the marble region of the Alentejo. Riding by the Alentejo backroads, you’ll ride along the Alqueva, marble quarries until you reach Vila Viçosa’s quaint Center, where your hotel is located: Marmoris hotel, built around the marble theme ( included in the Premium option) or Pousada Vila Viçosa. Night in Marmoris ( Premium option) or Pousada de Vila Viçosa

DAY 6:

Vila Viçosa loop to Estremoz (45 to 60km) or optional rest day Breakfast at yout hotel. Start of the ride, going North, towards the quaint village of Borba, alongside the marble quarries, until you reach the fortified city of Estremoz. From Estremoz, visit Dona Maria vineyards ( included in the Premium option) after lunch in Estremoz’s city Center. Ride back to Vila Viçosa by the backroads, or by climbing to Serra D’Ossa, a beautiful Sierra with some great climbs and descents. Night in Marmoris ( Premium option) or Pousada de Vila Viçosa

DAY 7:

Transfer to Lisbon

Mountain bike tours

BIKE TOUR

IN THE SILVER COAST OF PORTUGAL RIDE OVERVIEW In this bike tour you will get to ride from the northern Silver Coast city of Alcobaรงa, with its iconic Monastery, immerse in the medieval village of ร bidos and make your way towards the south, discovering the piscatorial villages and amazing natural beauty of this coast. Ride by Sintra and visit its UNESCO world heritage sites.

PRODUCT TYPE

REGION/MAP

TOUR OPTIONS SELF-GUIDED

HISTORICAL CHARM BIG OUTDOORS BEACH ROAD MOUNTAIN BIKE COUPLE GROUP

BASIC INFO

HIGHLIGHTS

DURATION

DAYS 6 nights

TOUR STARTS > Lisbon airport, Portugal TOUR ENDS > Lisbon airport, Portugal DIFFICULTY > Levels 2-3 (Caffe Racer to Expert) DAILY KM > From 45 to 75 km ( adapted to group) TERRAIN TYPE > Rolling

hills, Flat roads, Mountain Range

BIKE TYPE > Choose

between Mountain, Hybrid

or E-bike ALTIMETRY > From 600 to 2000 meters daily ( adapted to group)

PREMIUM

TOUR OPTIONS / LEISURE / SILVER COAST

WINE COUNTRY

GUIDED

> Discover the portuguese Silver Coast, riding by the Atlantic Ocean, starting in Alcobaça and Óbidos and finishing in Sintra and the oceanic retreat of Cascais. > Visit the historical villages and monuments of Óbidos, Sintra and Pena Palace, considered world heritage sites by UNESCO. Taste the gastronomical delicacies of this region, with the highlight being the fresh fish that is truly wonderful; we should pair it with the region wines and the local monastic pastries and sweets.

> Relax in the historical Pousadas and charm hotels, while you have the Atlantic Ocean, an historical castle or the Leiria pinewoods as backdrop, exploring the trails that lead you from beach to beach. > In this bike tour you will get to ride from the northern Silver Coast city of Alcobaça, with its iconic Monastery, immerse in the medieval village of Óbidos and make your way towards the south, discovering the piscatorial villages and amazing natural beauty of this coast. Ride by Sintra and visit its UNESCO world heritage sites.

Group size

Minimum of two guests

Individuals are welcome to join open dates

Availability

Available every day, on demand

Join an open date

Private tour option

Available to start everyday upon request

Available for a minimum of 4 guests

A vailable for a minimum of 4 guests

Hotel type

All nights in 4 star and charm hotels

All nights upgraded to 5 star and charm hotels or superior rooms

Accommodation

Shared Double or twin room, breakfast included

Luggage transfer

Daily, between hotels

Passenger transfer

From airport to start/end of the ride

Included at all times

Guidance type

No guide; GPS navigation and Portuguese cell-phone for remote assistance.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences. Additional guide rides with the group.

Vehicle Support

No vehicle support

Vehicle support at all times

Nutrition and hydration

Not included

Included

Bike and gear rental

Scott bike, Scott helmet and Garmin GPS

Meals

Breakfast included

Breakfast and nutrition/hydration during rides included

Other experiences

Not included

Not included, optional

Wine tasting, visit to wine cellars and entry in national monuments

Equipment

Not included

Jersey included

Jersey, bib shorts and cycling cap included

Rider Insurance

During the ride, for accidents only

Per rider

€ 1 390

€1 990

€ 2 890

Single Supplement

€ 500

€ 750

high-season supplement (May to September)

€ 100

Upgrade to premium hotels

€ 300

Already included in price

Half-board supplement (dinner)

€ 210 Dinners at hotel, drinks not included

€ 210 Dinners at selected restaurants,

drinks not included

Full-board supplement (lunch and dinner)

Not available

€ 420 Dinners and lunches at selected restaurants

E-bike supplement

€ 100

Per non-cyclist

Not available

20% discount

Children up to 10 y/old

35% discount

Children from 10 to 14 y/old

25% discount

Children from 14 to 17y/old

20% discount

PRICES

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

NOT INCLUDED:

> Meals, except when specified (optional); / Flights; / Gratuities (optional); / Personal Expenses;

ADDITIONAL NIGHTS: Extend your stay in Lisbon for an additional 1 or 2 nights before or after this tour.

DAY TO DAY (for “Guided” and “Premium” options):

DAY 1:

Arrival in Lisbon: Transfer to Alcobaça Pick up at the airport and transfer to Real Abadia Velha, your hotel in Alcobaça, where you’ll find one of the most magnificent gothic monuments in the country, the Alcobaça Monastery. Free day to discover Alcobaça, after private briefing and bike setup. Nigth: Real Abadia Velha ( room upgrade in “premium” option)

DAY 2:

Bike tour in the Silver Coast Portugal: Sierra de Aire e Candeeiros - Alcobaça Foz do Arelho - Óbidos Start of your bike tour, towards Alacobaça, where you can visit the city center and monastery, before heading to the coast line, by the amazing beaches and bay of São Martinho do Porto and the Óbidos lagoon at Foz do Arelho. Reaching Óbidos, you’ll visit the best conserved fortified city in Portugal and one of the 7 wonders of Portugal. Check in at the Pousada de Óbidos historical hotel or Josefa D’Obidos Hotel. Free day to visit Óbidos, nicknamed the “village of queens”. Nigth: Pousada de Óbidos (included in “premium” option) or Josefa D’Obidos Hotel

DAY 3:

Bike tour in the Silver Coast Portugal: Óbidos – Peniche - Vimeiro Breakfast at the hotel and start of the Silver Coast bike tour, towards the piscatorial village of Peniche. Stop at Baleal, an island curiously attached to the mainland by a narrow piece of land. Ride by the silver coast and its beaches like Santa Catarina, Santa Cruz and São Lourenço, entering the world’s first surf reserve. Check in at Areias do Seixo Eco Resort ( “premium” option) by the beach in Santa Rita and relax at his amazing location, or West Beach Hotel, at Porto novo beach. Nigth: Areias do Seixo (included in “premium” option) or West Beach Hotel

DAY 4:

Bike tour in the Silver Coast Portugal: Vimeiro - Santa Cruz - Ericeira Breakfast at the hotel and start of the Silver Coast bike tour, by the balneary village of Santa Cruz, Praia Azul and many others, as the cliffs and Arribas of the region reveal breathtaking views over the Atlantic ocean. Check in at Hotel Vila Galé Ericeira Hotel, by the beach. Nigth: Vila Galé Ericeira Hotel ( room upgrade in “premium” option)

DAY 5:

Bike tour in the Silver Coast Portugal: Ericeira – Mafra – Sintra Breakfast at the hotel. Start of the Silver Coast bike tour, from Ericeira to Mafra, where you can visit the National Palace and Convent, masterpiece of the baroque from the 17th century. Afterwards, we’ll ride by the ocean, towards Sintra, to the Maçãs beach and climb towards the historical enter, checking in at the Sintra Boutique Hotel (included in the “premium” option), right in front of the old palace or the Casa do Valle a few meters down the hill. Nigth: Sintra Boutique Hotel (included in “premium” option) or Casa do Valle

DAY 6:

Bike tour in the Silver Coast Portugal: Sintra - Cascais - Sintra Breakfast at the hotel. Start of your bike tour, exploring the SIntra natural park, on a ride by Palacio da Pena, Quinta da Regaleira and the best landmarks in the area. Ride towards Cabo da Roca, Europe’s westernmost point and amazing viewpoint and then towards Cascais, a cosmopolitan maritime village and one of the wealthiest municipalities in Portugal,before riding back to your hotel in Sintra Nigth: Sintra Boutique Hotel (included in “premium” option) or Casa do Valle

DAY 7:

Bike tour in the Silver Coast Portugal: Transfer to Lisbon airport/hotel Breakfast at the hotel. Go on a bike ride during the morning or enjoy the Sintra’s city center. Check-out at the hotel. Transfer to Lisbon airport/hotel or stay an extra day at Sintra.

BIKE TOUR

FROM PORTO TO

SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA / THE CENTRAL CAMINO

PRODUCT TYPE

TOUR OPTIONS

REGION/MAP

SELF-GUIDED

HISTORICAL CHARM BIG OUTDOORS BEACH WINE COUNTRY

/ LEISURE / CAMINHO DE SANTIAGO / PORTO

MOUNTAIN BIKE COUPLE

BASIC INFO DURATION

DAYS 6 nights

TOUR STARTS > Porto airport, Portugal TOUR ENDS > Porto airport, Portugal DIFFICULTY > Levels 1-3 (Caffe Racer to Expert) DAILY KM > From 45 to 65 km ( adapted to group) TERRAIN TYPE > Rolling

hills, flat roads, occasional climbs

BIKE TYPE > Choose

between Mountain, Hybrid or E-bike

ALTIMETRY > From 600 to 900 meters daily (adapted to group)

PREMIUM

Group size

Minimum of two guests

Individuals are welcome to join open dates

Availability

Available every day, on demand

Join an open date

Private tour option

Available to start everyday upon request

Available for a minimum of 4 guests

A vailable for a minimum of 4 guests

Hotel type

All nights in 4 star and charm hotels

All nights upgraded to 5 star and charm hotels or superior rooms

Accommodation

Shared Double or twin room, breakfast included

Luggage transfer

Daily, between hotels

Passenger transfer

From airport to start/end of the ride

Included at all times

Guidance type

No guide; GPS navigation and Portuguese cell-phone for remote assistance.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences.

Private guide, driving the support wagon, responsible for mechanical support, transfers and booking all restaurants and experiences. Additional guide rides with the group.

Vehicle Support

No vehicle support

Vehicle support at all times

Nutrition and hydration

Not included

Included

Bike and gear rental

Scott bike, Scott helmet and Garmin GPS

Meals

Breakfast included

Breakfast and nutrition/hydration during rides included

Other experiences

Not included

Not included, optional

Wine tasting and visit to wine cellars

Equipment

Not included

Jersey included

Jersey, bib shorts and cycling cap included

Rider Insurance

During the ride, for accidents only

Per rider

€ 1 390

€1 990

€ 2 890

Single Supplement

€ 500

€ 750

high-season supplement (May to September)

€ 100

Upgrade to premium hotels

€ 300

Already included in price

Half-board supplement (dinner)

€ 210 Dinners at hotel, drinks not

€ 210 Dinners at selected restaurants,

included

drinks not included

Full-board supplement (lunch and dinner)

Not available

€ 420 Dinners and lunches at selected restaurants

E-bike supplement

€ 100

Per non-cyclist

Not available

20% discount

Children up to 10 y/old

35% discount

Children from 10 to 14 y/old

25% discount

Children from 14 to 17y/old

20% discount

GROUP

GUIDED

TOUR OPTIONS

HIGHLIGHTS > Cycling the camino is an epic journey turned bike tour, that started in the 9th Century with the discovery, in Galiza, of the remains of St. James. In 1325, the Portuguese queen Isabel made a pilgrimage to Santiago following a route very similar to the one that today is marked with yellow arrows, crossing the then recently built Barcelos bridge; Now it’s your time to trail the Way of St James. > Start cycling the Camino in the city of Porto, settled in the 4th century during the roman occupation, visit its UNESCO world heritage sites and its unique traditions, architecture, port wines and cellars. Riding the Way of St James, you’ll feel like a citizen of the world, where several languages are spoken as one, passing through amazing medieval villages like Ponte de Lima, Barcelos and Valença, with typical traces from the northern Portuguese architecture and art. > The portuguese way of St James is made of trails and dirt tracks, ancient roman roads, municipal roads and even alongside modern roads. It’s of an enormous diversity and there’s always a surprise on every bend.

> Immerse in the scenario of Minho and Galicia, while cycling the Camino, the roads and trails of the woodland areas, small villages and “pueblos” that still seem to be in the Middle Ages. Enjoy this regions’ gastronomy, rich in variety and flavor, a true feast for your senses. Taste the Port and Green wines, so typical of the Minho region and stay in some of the best hotels in the Way of St James. > Arrive in Santiago de Compostela, designated UNESCO world heritage site and admire the shrine of Saint James at the end of your pilgrimage. > Cycling the Camino, the Way of St James, from Porto to Santiago de Compostela, using ancient paths that traverse woods, farmlands, villages and historical cities like Barcelos, Ponte de Lima, Tui and Pontevedra. This is a 7 day bike tour in the roads, trails and paths of St James, passing by chapels, churches, convents and the ever-present road markings in the North of Portugal and Galiza’s great cultural heritage.

PRICES

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

NOT INCLUDED:

> Meals, except when specified (optional); / Flights; / Gratuities (optional); / Personal Expenses;

ADDITIONAL NIGHTS:

Extend your stay in Porto or Santiago de Compostela for an additional 1 or 2 nights before or after this tour.

DAY TO DAY DAY 1: Arrival and transfer from Porto airport Pick up from the airport and transfer to the Ipanema Park Hotel or riverside Pestana World Heritage hotel (included in the “premium” option), located in the Ribeira, the city’s iconic living postcard. You have a free afternoon to visit the beautiful and cozy city of Porto, rich with history and monuments like the Clérigos Tower and the D. Luis Bridge. The old quarters of Baixa with its local shops, restaurants and pastry shops, Ribeira a quarter by the river Douro, facing the wine cellars of the Port wine, full with the city’s traditions and historical connection to the wine and the wine country of the Douro. Shopping areas such as Santa Catarina and Aliados Avenue. Not to miss are the great restaurants around town with some of the tastiest food in the country. Night: Ipanema Park Hotel or Pestana Heritage (included in “premium” option) DAY 2:

Cycling the Camino: Porto - Ofir (65km) After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to the Porto Cathedral from where you’ll begin your pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, cycling the Camino. In Sé Cathedral, you can enter and pickup your pilgrim passport, that you can ask to be stamped in several hotels and restaurants as you go through the Camino. From Sé, you’ll start your adventure through the city, descending Sé Velha and Mouzinho da Silveira street, to Porto’s riverside, riding the cycle paths alongside the Douro river, untill you get to Leça da Palmeira. From here on, you’ll start following the yellow arrow’s by Portugal’s coastline, towards the north. From Leça da Palmeira, the Camino will be a mix of cycle paths, paved roads and walkways all the way until you reach the historical city of “Vila do Conde” and the beach resort plus fishermen’s town of “Póvoa do Varzim” – both of which are good options for lunch. After “Póvoa do Varzim”, keep riding through the small fishermen’s villages until you reach Fão, where you’ll turn left, towards the ocean once more and the pinetree forested area of Ofir, staying for the night in Axis Ofir hotel or Hotel Parque do Rio ( included in the “premium” option) Night: Axis Ofir Hotel or Hotel parque do Rio (included in “premium” option)

DAY 3:

Cycling the Camino: Ofir – Caminha (35km) After breakfast at the hotel, start your day riding north, crossing the river to Esposende and alongside the Cávado river – then through the quaint villages of the north of Portugal. At km15 you’ll start climbing and entering a more technical trail until you cross a very narrow bridge across the Neiva river – another climb will follow until you reach Viana do Castelo, across the river, where you will be able to see te “Santa Luzia” church on top of the nearby mountain range. The historical city center is a good option to stop for lunch and visit. After Viana, keep riding north and inland, through the mountain range – some urban single tracks and ancient paved roads will follow, until you reach “Vila Praia de Âncora”, from where you’ll ride the Ecopista, by the shoreline, until you reach your hotel, “Portas do Sol”, just outside Caminha or Caminha “Design & Wine Hotel” (included in the “premium” option) Night: Portas do Sol or Design & Wine Hotel (included in “premium” option)

DAY 4:

DAY 5:

Another climb near Cessantes and then a descent to cross the Verdugo river over the romanic bridge of “Ponte Sampaio”. One final push after and then, from km28 on, it’s a long descent until you reach Pontevedra and its beautiful Parador right in the middle of it’s historical center. Take your time to explore Pontevedra’s center on a walk at nightime by the Galician plazas of Ourense and Ferraria, where you’ll find the city’s Basilica and Chapel. Night: Parador de Pontevedra

DAY 6:

Cycling the Camino: Pontevedra Padrón (41km) After breakfast you’ll continue your pilgrimage feeling you’re already getting close to Santiago. You’ll notice another change in the landscape since you’ll be abandoning the coast and returning to inland Galicia, with its lush green woods and forested areas. Your hotel of the day is located in Padrón a village known for being the cradle of Galicia and for its Green Peppers, the Padrón Peppers. Take some time to visit the village, climb to the Santiaguiño do Monte lookout point, visit the botanical gardens or Toxa waterfall and taste the food, If you’re adventurous and it’s in season try the Lamprea. Check in at our Hotel Pazo de Lestrove or Os Lambráns. Night: Hotel Pazo de Lestrove or Os Lambráns (included in “premium” option)

DAY 7:

Cycling the Camino: Padrón – Santiago de Compostela (28km) After breakfast you’ll begin the last stage of your Way of St. James. This will be a small test to your will and tenacity as the route starts going uphill almost from the start. You’ll go through small villages and churches with clear signs that the end of the Way is near. When you arrive visit the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, end point of your pilgrimage. Compostela is a millennial city with places and monuments that deserve a visit, such as its plazas in the central area of the old town, the narrow streets and traditional markets. Check-in at your hotel, Virxe de La cerca or the epic Parador de Santiago (included in the “premium” option), and then dedicate the rest of your afternoon to visit the pilgrims office and discover this medieval city’s traditions, culture and heritage. Night: Virxe de La Cerca or Parador de Santiago de Compostela (included in the “premium” option)

DAY 8:

Cycling the Camino: Transfer to Porto Breakfast at your hotel, followed by checkout. At scheduled time, transfer from Santiago de Compostela back to Porto airport.

Special Events 2019

DOURO GRANFONDO CYCLE SPORTIVE 2019

RIDE OVERVIEW Discover the UNESCO world heritage Douro region in this extended weekend, while challenging yourself in the Douro Granfondo, one of Portugalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most amazing road cycling competitions, with the most breath-taking landscapes. Enjoy an amazing cycling weekend relaxing in a charming wine hotel and experience the tradition, culture and wine tasting experiences that make up the Douro.

PRODUCT TYPE

REGION/MAP

TOUR OPTIONS This is a three day cycling experience

CYCLOSPORTIVE

TOUR OPTIONSG

WINE COUNTRY

4 DAYS EXPERIENCE

4 DAYS PREMIUM EXPERIENCE

Duration

4 Days / 3 Nights

Tour Start

Peso da Régua, Douro

Tour End

Peso da Régua, Douro

Difficulty

Intermediate to Expert

Daily Km

112 to 162km

Terrain type

Mixed

BOAT RIDE

Bike type

Road Bike

GROUP

Altimetry

2100 to 3200m

Group size

4 to 12

Availability

This date only

Private tour option

Not available

Hotel type

Wine and charm hotel

Acommodation

Double or twin room, breakfast included

Event registration

Included

Upgrade to VIP registration

Luggage transfer

Not included (optional)

Included

Passenger transfer

Not included (optional)

Included

Guidance type

Guided

Vehicle Support

Vehicle support at all times

Nutrition and hydration

Included

Bike and gear rental

Not included (optional)

Meals

3 dinners

Other experiences

Not included

Wine tasting experience and visit to vineyards

Equipment

Not included

Jersey included

Rider Insurance

During the ride, for accidents only

Per rider

€ 690

€ 890

Per non-cyclist

20%

Children up to 10 y/old

30%

Children from 11 to 14 y/old

25%

Children from 15 to 17y/old

20%

High-season supplement

€ 100

E-bike supplement

€ 100

GRANFONDO NATURE

/ SPECIAL EVENT; / GRANFONDO; / DOURO

ROAD GOURMET

BASIC INFO

INCLUDED:

DURATION

INCLUDED

DAYS 3 nights

DATE STARTS >3rd OF MAY DATE ENDS > 6th MAY DURATION > 4 days/ 3 nights TOUR STARTS > Peso da Régua, Douro TOUR ENDS > Peso da Régua, Douro ACCOMMODATION > 3 nights in Quinta de La Rosa, on a shared double room

> Registration for the Douro Granfondo Cycle Sportive (Minifondo, Granfondo or MedioFondo distance) ( upgrade to VIP registration in the”premium” experience); > Transfers from/to Hotel to the competition and to/from all experiences during your stay; > Transfer from/to Porto airport/hotel to Pinhão, Douro *; > 3 nights in wine hotel in Pinhão, in double accommodation, with breakfast included, at the charming Quinta de La Rosa, in Pinhão; > 3 dinners at Quinta de La Rosa, suited for cyclists and pasta party after the event; > Private briefing, one day before the event, by experienced local riders; > Mechanical bike support on the previous days to the race, with bike fit and bike assembly; > Nutrition and hydration during all bike rides; > Wine tasting experience; > Up to two bike rides in the Douro region, discovering iconic view points and wine farms, with our Live Love Ride guides; > Post race massage at your hotel*; > Douro Granfondo jersey*; * Only Included in the “premium” option NOT INCLUDED:

> Bike rental (optional); > Meals, except when specified (optional); > Flights; > Gratuities (optional);

HIGHLIGHTS Take part in the Love Tiles Douro Granfondo or Mediofondo cycle sportive and ride Portugal’s biggest road cycling event; > ENJOY THE PRO TREATMENT IN THIS AMATEUR COMPETITION WITH ACCESS TO PRIVATE BRIEFING, mechanical assistance, additional rides, and transfers to/and from hotels, VIP registration and ground support for a perfect race; > ACCOMMODATION IN A CHARMING WINE HOTEL, QUINTA DE LA ROSA, LOCATED BY THE MARGINS OF THE DOURO RIVER, in Pinhão, with breakfast included, and where you’ll get to visit the wine cellars and taste amazing wines from the Douro; > GET TO KNOW THIS AMAZING REGION AND ENJOY OTHER GREAT BIKE RIDES IN THE DOURO, as well as other experiences to enrich your stay, like wine tastings, visit to wine farms or boat rides in the Douro valley;

PRICES

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

BIKE & GEAR RENTAL: Scott Addict 20 or similar carbon road bike: 40€ /DAY, with Garmin GPS, bike helmet, extra tube, tire levers, pump, tools & pedals included

AVAILABLE OPEN DATES IN 2019: 3rd of MAY > 6 th of MAY

DAY TO DAY : Suggested itinerary for this ride:

DAY 1, FRIDAY, 3RD OF MAY:

DAY 2, SATURDAY, 04TH OF MAY:

DAY 3, SUNDAY, 05TH OF MAY:

Arrival in Pinhão

Douro Granfondo Cycling camp: Peso da Régua, guided road bike tour, wine tasting and visit to vineyard.

Race day

Transfer from Porto airport to Peso da Régua, Douro ( included in the "premium" option). Arrival at Quinta de La Rosa, a charming farm in Pinhão overlooking the Douro river. Rental bikes will be fitted during the afternoon and mechanics will setup the guests’ own bikes. Free day to visit Pinhão or optional guided bike tour by the Douro valley. Porto de Honra, followed by dinner at Quinta de La Rosa. Nigth: Quinta de La Rosa.

Breakfast at the hotel. Guided road bike ride in the Douro region during the morning, starting from the hotel, to visit some of the most amazing viewpoints in the area of Tabuaço and Adorigo. In the afternoon, enjoy a wine tasting experience at Quinta de La Rosa. Dinner at Quinta de La Rosa and debrief of the Douro Granfondo. Nigth: Quinta de La Rosa.

Breakfast at the hotel. Ride/transfer to the start of the race venue. After race, enjoy the pasta party at the event and ride/transfer back to the hotel. Enjoy a massage at your hotel ( included in the "premium" option), followed by group dinner. Night at Quinta de La Rosa. Nigth: Quinta de La Rosa.

DAY 4, MONDAY, 06TH OF MAY: End of tour

Breakfast at the hotel and checkout. Bike packing and transfer to Porto airport or hotel..

ALGARVE

CYCLING CAMP 2018

RIDE OVERVIEW Ride the sunniest region in Portugal in this Algarve cycling camp and explore its car-free roads, beaches, cliffs and great mountain ranges, preparing your cycling season or that special cycling sportive with your family or group. Join us in February for a special edition of this cycling camp, during the Volta ao Algarve UCI road race, ending with participating at the Algarve Granfondo.

PRODUCT TYPE

TOUR OPTIONS

REGION/MAP

CYCLING CAMP

TOUR OPTIONSG

BEACH ROAD

/ CYCLING CAMP; / ALGARVE

GOURMET GROUP

BASIC INFO

HIGHLIGHTS

DURATION

/ Join our Algarve cycling camp to fit your group experience and objectives;

DAYS 6 nights

DATE STARTS > Available all year long, except July and August SPECIAL DATE: > 14th to 18th of February Algarve Cycling Camp - Volta ao Algarve edition TOUR STARTS > Algarve, Portugal TOUR ENDS > Algarve, Portugal ACCOMMODATION > 6 nights in Salgados Palace 5 star hotel, on a shared double room

/ Join us in February 2018 to catch a glimpse of the Volta ao Algarve and participate in the Algarve Granfondo; / Choose your preferred hotel category from our hotel options in Salgados beach, where you’ll be able to enjoy, along with your family or friends, the hotel pool, the gym, the SPA and other ammenities as well as some of the best beaches in Algarve; / Choose from several rides and loops, according to your skills and experience, and start riding from your hotel door to the best mountain climbs, flat roads or a mix of the two;

/ Your cycling camp, your choice - choose from a self-guided experiences, daily guided bike tours, support vehicle or road bike rental - we provide all the solutions for the best possible experience. Ride by the beautiful Algarve beaches and its car-free countryside in this amazing Algarve cycling camp, perfect for groups, teams and families. / Enjoy your hotel, two steps from the Salgados Beach and ride the sunny roads of the Algarve every morning, climbing to regions such as Fóia, Monchique, Barranco do Velho or cruising by the sea towards Burgau, Sagres and several other local beaches.

SELF GUIDED

PRO TEAM OPTION

Duration

7 days/6 nights

Tour Start

Salgados Beach, Algarve

Tour End

Salgados Beach, Algarve

Difficulty

Adapted to the group

Daily Km

50km to 150km

Terrain type

Mountainous sections, rolling hills, flat sections

Bike type

Road Bike

Altimetry

400m to 1500m

Group size

Minimum of 2 pax.

Minimum of 4 pax.

Availability

All year long, except July and August

Private tour option

Yes

Hotel type

4 or 5 star hotels

Acommodation

Double or twin room, breakfast included

Luggage transfer

Included

Passenger transfer

Transfer from Faro airport to hotel and back

Guidance type

Not guided

Daily guided bike tours, with local guides

Vehicle Support

Not included

Fully Supported

Nutrition and hydration

Not included

ZipVit nutrition and hydration available daily;

Bike and gear rental

Not included (optional)

Meals

Not included (optional)

Rider Insurance

During the rides, for accidents only

Other info

Access to hotel’s gym during stay; Private briefing and bike fit upon arrival

Per rider

€ 785

€ 1105

Per non-cyclist

10% Discount

Group discounts

Special discounts for cycling clubs

PRICES

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

BIKE & GEAR RENTAL: Scott Addict 20 or similar carbon road bike: 40€ /DAY, with Garmin GPS, bike helmet, extra tube, tire levers, pump, tools & pedals included

TRANSFER FROM/TO LISBON: Transfer from Lisbon airport or hotel to Algarve ( on demand)

/ After your daily ride, enjoy your hotel’s pool, SPA, gym with your group or family and experience the Salgados beach in all its sunny glory.

SPECIAL “VOLTA AO ALGARVE CYCLING CAMP”: 14th FEBRUARY > 18th FEBRUARY

DAY TO DAY Suggested itinerary for this ride: After the arrival in Faro airport, you will be transferred to Salgados Beach, in the Algarve. Private briefing and bike fit will take place at your hotel; choose from a 4 to 5 star hotel right by the beach. Enjoy your daily rides, that are designed according to your pace and experience. Relax during the afternoon, enjoying your hotel’s amenities or the Salgados beach. At the end of your cycling camp, pick-up and transfer to Faro airport will occur during your final day. HERE ARE SOME OF THE OPTIONS FOR YOUR RIDES DURING YOUR ALGARVE CYCLING CAMP:

DAY 1:

Arrival in Faro airport, Transfer to Salgados beach

DAY 3:

Algarve Cycling Camp - daily ride example: > SAGRES RIDE – RIDE TO THE SOUTHERNMOST POINT OF PORTUGAL:

Ride to Sagres and Cape São Vicente and enjoy the amazing view in the southernmost point of Portugal. Riding by Luz and Burgau, you’ll enjoy this ride by the Algarve’s cliffs and quiet east side beaches. Choose from options 1 (75km, towards Sagres, with pick-up) or 2 (150km, towards Sagres and back).

DAY 4:

Algarve Cycling Camp - daily ride example: > MARMELETE:

Pick up from the airport for a 1 hour transfer to Salgados. Check in at your hotel. Free afternoon to relax at the hotel. Hotel: Salgados Palace Hotel;

Ride up to Marmelete and enjoy the great descent towards the vicentina coast, cycling by the country side and the typical and beautiful Aljezur and its castle. 75km, towards Marmelete and back.

DAY 2:

DAY 5:

Algarve Cycling Camp - daily ride example: > SERRA DE MONCHIQUE RIDE – CLIMB TO FÓIA:

Ride up to the Algarve’s highest peak, the Fóia, in the Monchique range, at 739 meters, and enjoy the amazing view over the region. This is the “Volta ao Algarve” queen stage, and a great challenge for intermediate riders, in the quiet and car-free roads of the Algarve country side. Choose from options 1 (40km, towards Fóia, with pick-up) or 2 (90km, towards Fóia and back).

Algarve Cycling Camp - daily ride example: > LIGHTHOUSES AND PISCATORY VILLAGES OF FERRAGUDO:

Ride to praia da Rocha, towards the lighthouses and cliffs of the Ferragudo area, discovering the piscatory villages of the area. A beautiful ride, with rolling hills by the cliffs of the Algarve beaches. 53km ride, towards Carvoeiro and back.

DAY 6:

Algarve Granfondo participation; > TRANSFER TO LOULÉ, TO START IN THE ALGARVE GRANFONDO ( OR MEDIOFONDO);

Participation in the Algave Granfondo. Transfer back to your hotel

DAY 7:

Transfer back to Faro airport

Check out and transfer to Faro airport.

Get in touch and plan your dream ride in Portugal: PEDRO ROCHA

T: (00351) 935 094 597 pedro.rocha@liveloveride.pt Skype: pedro.santos.oliveira.rocha RICARDO COSTA

T:(00351) 916 055 856 ricardo.costa@liveloveride.pt Skype: iricccardo