Portugal Nature Trails

The Silver Coast Tour follows the coastline from northern to central Portugal. The route starts at Porto, a vibrant city full of history and culture to unveil. It is a renowned place for its Port wine, cellars, and the historical center classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. On the way, you'll cross the São Jacinto Dunes Natural Reserve and Ria de Aveiro, on the estuary of Vouga River, which marks this region and follows you to Aveiro; our little Venice with its typical moliceiro boats. As you head further south, the route will cross pine tree forests and the dunes allowing you to enjoy some peace and quiet atmosphere. Last but not least at all, stop in Coimbra. The first capital of Portugal but most known for its University History, classified by UNESCO as world heritage in 2013.

Highlights

• Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site
• Ria de Aveiro with its Natural Reserve and canals
• Aveiro City, Portugal’s little Venice
• Cape Mondego and its Lighthouse
• Crossing the dunes of Quiaios region
• Coimbra city

The greatest place where land meets the authentic Atlantic beauty.

During this tour, you will travel through typical fishing villages such as Nazaré, Peniche, and Ericeira. Breath in the fresh ocean air, experience our coastal lifestyle, relax in gorgeous white sand beaches and delight yourself in fresh fish meals. You will also get to discover the well preserved historical village of Óbidos, dating back to the Roman era. Further down south, you will get to visit Sintra, a recognized UNESCO World Heritage zone that is home to beautiful castles and palaces from differing centuries. When you finally arrive at Cape Roca (the westernmost point of continental Europe), you will understand its grandeur as the towering cliffs meet the agitated Atlantic ocean.

Highlights

• Stunning coastal riding and lush landscapes by the Atlantic
• The medieval and charming village of Óbidos
• Sintra and its impressive World Heritage UNESCO sites
• Cape Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe

Mostly roads close to the sea with some inland sections, some short but steep uphills. 100% paved roads.

Charming heritage through the best wine producers.

Alentejo is a region in Portugal bristling with aromas, colors, and cultural heritage. Prepare yourself for a gorgeous cycle over the gentle hills and unspoiled golden landscapes. Discover ancient megalithic sites, medieval villages, and historical cities. Visit and stay in several castles, palaces, monasteries, and convents, making you feel like the Queen or King that you are! Find many traditional handcraft arts such as tiles, pottery, and tapestries. Taste the delicious gastronomy and the best wine of all time. Sounds enough?

Highlights

• Charming and historical hotels
• Pre-historical architecture and medieval sites
• Typical gastronomy, wineries, and wine tasting
• Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage site

Riding on the most interesting and blue way to Santiago.

This program links the city of Porto to Santiago de Compostela in Galicia, Spain. The route will take you through the beautiful coastlines of both northern Portugal and Galicia. Discover and hopefully admire the Portuguese way of pilgrimage, away from the crowds, allowing you to have more peace and space to get in touch with yourself. Follow the Atlantic Ocean and its different sceneries, exploring stunning coastal views and crossing several small towns rich in culture and full of the Camino spirit. Churches, monuments, and old crosses will tell the history of this less trodden way until you arrive at Obradoiro Square, which rests in front of the Saint James Cathedral, right in the heart of Santiago de Compostela.

Highlights

• Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site
• Northern Littoral Natural Park
• Ancient architecture and atmosphere
• Charming accommodations and delicious gastronomy
• Santiago de Compostela, the most famous pilgrim destination

Flat and moderately hilly on the beginning, hilly at the end. 50% paved road, 25% bike lanes and wooden walkways, 20% dirt roads, some cobblestone, and rough dirt roads.

Discover the unspoiled nature and secrets of the Algarve.

Experience an incredible bike program through the most authentic, beautiful, and unknown routes of Algarve. Starting in Tavira, you will explore castles, forts, and fishing villages as riding until the mystical place where the land ends and the sea begins, the Cape São Vicente in Sagres. From the wide-open landscapes of golden beaches to one of the most idyllic waterfalls in the region, ride through the Natural Park of Ria Formosa, discover the lovely Moorish town of Silves, visit the wonderful Ponta da Piedade in Lagos and taste some of the best seafood in the country! An unforgettable bike experience through the Algarve’s best-kept secrets. Nothing is missing on this trip, only you!

Highlights

• Ria Formosa Natural Park, a wild paradise
• Pego do Inferno's waterfall
• Ponta da Piedade, one of the most beautiful coastal scenarios in the world
• Cape S. Vicente – once known as “the end of the world”
• Old cities, typical fishing villages, and wonderful sites
• Mediterranean nature and ocean landscapes
• Traditional and delicious Portuguese cuisine

25% road, 75% off-road (dirt and gravel roads or double roads, some single tracks and some short sections of sand or rocks, some riverside crossing)

The greatest shapes of Sintra!

Come ride with our local guide and experience some of the best mountain biking trails in the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. Open fire roads, narrow single tracks and even some quite technical man-made trails will take you on an exploration of the Sintra Mountains. Enjoy beautiful and scenic routes, climb up to Capuchos Convent and Peninha’s chapel, one of the highest points in Sintra and then blast downhill towards Guincho Beach, where you can go for a swim in the ocean. You will not forget this day!