Porto to Lisbon Atlantic Ride

Blessed with sun-kissed beaches, colourful fishing villages, and scenic routes, the Atlantic coast of Portugal offers fantastic cycling holiday opportunities. This tour starts in Porto, a Unesco World Heritage city, and the itinerary follows relatively easy flat or undulating cycling trails through a variety of landscapes and along the stunning coastline, with stops in different villages and towns for a full immersion in the relaxed Portuguese way of life. Highlights include a scenic ride through the dunes of the São Jacinto Natural Reserve and an overnight stay in the picture-perfect fortified village of Óbidos. After a week of cycling along some of the best coastline in Portugal, a full day is dedicated to visiting Lisbon, one of the most charming capital cities in the world.

Highlights

• Discover Porto and Lisbon, two of the most charming cities in Europe
• Cycle through pine forests and along coastal routes
• Explore the medieval white-washed town of Óbidos

90 percent paved roads and cycle paths, 10 percent unpaved trails. A mix of flat riding and some hills throughout.