Portugal Alentejo Vineyards Cycling - 8 nights

Arrive at the Lisbon Airport or train station where we will meet you and transfer you Estremoz (about 2 hours). An old town where you might feel like a queen or king spending the night in a castle. This is an historical building converted into an hotel from where you can admire a superb view over Estremoz and the vast Alentejo plain. Orientation and bike set up upon arrival to the hotel.

On the first day you will start cycling by pastoral fields, where the only sounds are the jangling bells of flocking sheep chirping. The landscape is rural passing some villages with the tipical Alentejo whitewashed homes outlined in blue and ochre trim. The wine culture will enter your path on this very first day, as you will visit a winery and start to taste red and white wine! But not much because you still have some kilometers to do, until your resting place.

Distance : 44km or 71km

Elevation : 415m or 671m

After a delicious breakfast you will cycle through villages and historical landscapes. Stages of battles, conquers, old communities and great people. Towards Vila Viçosa, the capital of marble in Portugal, you can visit the Ducal Palace, built in the 16th and 17th centuries on the remains of Roman and Moorish buildings. You will have plenty of free time today, we suggest you to walk around and enjoy the charm of the streets at the center.

Distance : 23km (14mi) or 67km (41mi)

Elevation : 200m or 500m

A gorgeous day is awaiting you! You will ride towards Spain by a landscape of cork trees, olive groves and flocks of sheep! Admire the beautiful Guadiana River that separates Portugal from Spain and make a stop to visit Juromenha, a picturesque village overlooking Spain. You will face some uphill climbs while returning to Vila Viçosa, but your efforts will be rewarded with the views.

Distance : 27km (16mi) or 51km (31mi)

Elevation : 300 or 600m

It is time to leave Vila Vicosa and ride towards south passing the village of Alandroal. On the way you will feel delight with oleander flowers, shrubs and trees, whose wood was used by local artisans. Arriving in Monsaraz notice that acient cultures and medieval architecture is close by. This village was occupied since the prehistoric era and megalithic monuments are a physical evidence of that. We suggest you to visit Menhir of Outeiro right before check in the new hotel.

Distance : 54km (36mi)

Elevation : 532m

After a peaceful night rest, get up on your bike and prepare for a golden landscape until Redondo. Arriving at the hotel - museum you will find an impressive collection of tiles, remarkable ceramic work during centuries and Alentejo culture style. This building was a convent and might feel fascinated knowing that Kings were sleeping here since 1500. To finish the day challenge your taste and learn a bit more about Portuguese wine at the Museum in the center. Don't miss it!

Distance : 65km (40mi) or 49km (30mi)

Elevation : 800m or 600m

A beautiful day riding rolling hills of gold and green, through cork trees, pristine vineyards and pastoral countryside dotted by abandoned castles. You will see past and present, old world heritage, modern local cultures, landscapes and wineries. Today you will arrive in Évora at the most beautiful historical city of the country and gather all these experiences in just one place. Can you imagine? Make your way there and don’t stop exploring!

Distance : 51km (32mi)

Elevation : 461m

Évora is classified in UNESCO’s International Heritage and has 2000 years of history, but after a late breakfast it's time to explore the surroundings. Soon you will arrive in Arraiolos noted for its colorful, hand-stitched woolen tapestries. There must be one fitting of your living room back home! This is the last day of riding so you have the opportunity to celebrate with Portuguese wine. Saúde!

Distance : 46km (28mi) or 70km (44mi)

Elevation : 330m or 616m

Time really goes fast when you are having fun! It is time to say goodbye, but we believe the moments and the memories you built have been all worth it. Our Guide will pick you up and drive you to airport.