Portuguese Historical Villages and Estrela Natural Park
Portugal
7 days (Bike: 5 days)
320 km (~64km per day)
Avid
Big climbs, Quiet roads
Guided, Self-Guided
Supported
Riding from one Portuguese Historical village to another, in search for the medieval castles, traditions and tastes of this special region.
A gravel or road cycling tour for intermediate to experienced riders who wish to explore the special trails and backroads of the highest region of Portugal and its rich culture dating back to Pre-historic days. This is where the "Lusitans" stood up agains the romans, where you'll find 30.000 year old rock engravings, 12th century medieval castles and a cultural heritage to match this richness, from its wines and gastronomy to the "Burel" tapestry.
/ Ride a Gravel or Road bike to the top of Continental Portugal, conquering the "Torre" of Estrela Sierra and riding in stunning car-free roads;
/ Explore the 12th century castles of the Portuguese Historical villages of Belmonte, Linhares da Beira, Trancoso, Marialva and Castelo Rodrigo;
/ Ride to the Zézere's spring, descend by Glacial valleys and explore the natural fauna and flora of Estrela Natural park and Beira Alta;
/ Indulge in the flavours of the local gastronomy and wines, explore the ancient shepard culture, the "Burel" textiles and relax at handpicked charming hotels and SPA's;
Tour Information
From
Porto
To
Porto
Cost From
Guided Please Ask
Self-Guided Please Ask
Single Supplement
Available
Inclusions
Transfer in from arrival airport to start of the tour and transfer out from end of the tour to departure airport
6 nights in charm 4 star hotels, in double/twin bedroom with breakfast included
Rental of a Road, Touring or MTB bike (Scott Addict 20 or Scott Aspect 930), helmet and spares;
Detailed briefing, bike fit and routebook provided before the tour by a local guide
Personal guide accompanying your group, providing restaurant reservations, booking of local experiences and all passenger transfers throughout the tour;
Support vehicle (SAG Wagon) throughout all the rides
Luggage transfer between hotels
Nutrition, hydration and snacks during our rides;
Garmin GPS with preloaded daily tracks
Access to the Live Love Ride app, that you can use to navigate and explore the best this tour has to offer
Personal accidents insurance during our tour
Portuguese mobile cellphone for contact with your local guide
Live Love Ride Jersey
Exclusions
Lunches and dinners
Personal expenses
Flights;
Gratuities (optional);
Options
- Premium upgrade to charm 5 star hotels ( or superior rooms)
- Child and non-cyclist discounts
- Ride along guide (per group)
- E-bike upgrade
- Halfboard | Full-board
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