Madrid to the Douro River & Porto Bike Tour
Portugal & Spain
6 days (Bike: 6 days)
175 mi (~29mi per day)
Leisure
Some hills, On-road
Guided
Supported
Heart of Spain to Portugal's Famed Wine Country
The Iberian Peninsula. A stretch of land that is varied, rich and steeped in tradition. Bike from the golden fields of Spain’s Castile-León to Northern Portugal’s lush slopes. Trace rivers, from the Tormes to the banks of the multihued Douro. Travel over ancient bridges, through evocative villages and towards charming cities. Discover how these two countries have shaped their piece of the Iberian plateau.
Highlights
- Gaze in awe at stunning Gothic, Moorish and Baroque structures in the World Heritage cities of Salamanca and Porto
- Cycle pristine routes amid rolling hills, through a beautiful patchwork of Spanish fields and ancient landmarks
- Immerse yourself in dazzling shades of green as you trace the terraced hillsides and vast vineyards of the Douro River Valley
- Compare and contrast the delicious wines and fresh local flavors of culinary hotspots in Spain and Portugal
Tour Information
From
Madrid
To
Porto
Cost From
Guided US$ 4299
Departure(s)
2024: Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct
Single Supplement
$700
Inclusions
- All breakfasts, all lunches, 4 dinners
- Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
- Snacks and beverages between meals
- Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
- Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
- Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information
- Private guided tours at museums, historic sites, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the Travel Planner
- All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
- Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
- Fully equipped Backroads titanium bike plus helmet and accessories
- Trailercycles, carriers, and kid-sized helmets for Family Trips
- Equipment and experienced guides for kayaking, rafting, snorkeling, sailing and canoeing as described
- Park and other entry fees
- Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the Travel Planner
- Select coach transfers
- Baggage transfers and porterage
Exclusions
- Leader gratuities,
- transportation to and from your Backroads trip start & end locations,
- on-your-own meals & activities.
Options
- Electric bike
- Tandem Bike $400 rental fee
- Longer or shorter routes most days
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