Eurovelo 1 bike tour from Porto to Lisbon
Cycling from Porto to LisbonThe Eurovelo 1 bike tour is an adventurous way to experience Portugal. This 9 day coastal bike tour starts in Porto and ends up in Lisbon - leaving you with plenty of time for exploring between these well-known destinations!
Follow Europe's mighty western border along the wild Atlantic coast, ride from Porto to Lisbon on the Eurovelo 1. Discover secluded beaches, shady pine forests, charming seaside villages and at the right time of year you might see the world's largest waves to ever be surfed, a truly awe inspiring site! You will not only be seduced by bustling port cities and picturesque fishing villages, but you will be impressed by dramatic landscapes and have the chance to enjoy some of the best fish and seafood in the world, while sipping some of the finest wines. On the final day's ride you can end right at our shop in Sintra and take the train to Lisbon. |
Day to DayDay 1 - Porto
Enjoy the day exploring this magnificent city on the estuary of the Douro River. Day 2 - PORTO TO FURADOURO
44 KM / 27 MI Easy flat ride from Porto downtown to Furadouro beach. The route uses several bike paths to track the scenic coastline through small towns and villages along the way.
Day 3 - FURADOURO TO COSTA NOVA
49 KM / 30 MI Flat route with a moderate distance following bike paths and boardwalks, and a few sections on the road as well as a lovely short ferry boat ride at São Jacinto, on your way to postcard perfect Costa Nova.
Day 4 - COSTA NOVA TO FIGUEIRA DA FOZ
66 KM / 41 MI A longer but gentle route from the beautiful Costa Nova to the city of Figueira da Foz. Most of the route is on a dedicated bike path along a sandy area with pine trees. A little bit of climbing as you approach Figueira da Foz.
Day 5 - FIGUEIRA TO SÃO PEDRO DE MOEL
78 KM / 48 MI Longest day on the saddle, mostly on bike paths, to arrive at the charming town of São Pedro de Moel, popular with locals and visitors as a relaxed seaside retreat.
Day 6 - SÃO PEDRO TO SÃO MARTINHO
41 KM / 25 MI Riding along the coast on a bike path for the first half of the stage to Nazaré, now famous for the biggest surf wave. Spend some time enjoying the viewpoints from the top of the hill before you go down to town and ride on to São Martinho do Porto, with it's pretty crescent shaped beach.
Day 7 - SÃO MARTINHO TO PENICHE
55 KM / 34 MI A hilly stage with the most important climbs at the beginning of the day, and plenty of great sights including the Arelho river estuary, where you will ride around the Obidos lagoon on easy trails, and then on your way to the fishing town of Peniche.
Day 8 - PENICHE TO ERICEIRA
69 KM / 42 MI Another hilly stage crossing several small valleys with some rewarding views are you cycle towards the lively surf town of Ericeira.
Day 9 Ericeira to sintra 56 KM / 35 MI
Hilly stage with an end riding on a small mountain range avoiding deep valleys and busy roads to the UNESCO heritage town of Sintra, from where you can ride on to Lisbon, or take the train for the final leg.
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Outstanding accommodationComfortable accommodations with private bathrooms, ranging from boutique hotels, country inns, manor houses and seaside B&B's - all chosen for comfort, charm and convenience to sights. All photos show the actual hotels we use.
Hotel upgrade options are available for this tour. Contact us for more details. |
Exceptional value
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Optional ExtrasDaily Luggage Shuttle
€470 per group, up to 4 riders Bags left daily at reception and collected by 10am. Single Supplement €420 per person Extra cost for having a single room to yourself. E-bike Upgrade €190 per bike Private Airport Transfer Price on request. |
Quality AssuredThanks for the wonderful tour! The trip really was just what I had hoped - good exercise and an alternative way to explore the countryside. I definitely hope to return to Portugal, it's lovely. |
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Go E-Bike!E-bikes are available as optional upgrades for this tour. Why go electric? If you love cycling but don't like uphills or head winds, electric assisted e-bikes are the way to ride.
Our premium e-bikes feature powerful, German made electric motors and a high capacity battery. Find out more here. |
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