Experience Portugal

Castles and Wines of Portugal

Tour Description: Guided

This is a tour where there is a true combination of cycling and discovery, and you can be sure to leave Portugal with a much richer knowledge of our region!

Along your cycling days you will visit castles, churches, artisans, wine producers and typical family owned cafes. The landscape changes from olive groves to vineyards and cork oaks, from granite to schist and to marble.

You start in the small village of Alvito, very famous for its manueline architecture, and from there cycle to Evora, impressive city classified by UNESCO as World Heritage Site. In Evora you’ll explore the megalithic monuments. Continue to Monsaraz, the lovely white castled village with a panoramic view over the biggest artificial lake of Europe, and cycle through Terena and its impressive sanctuary.

The tour then goes to Vila Vicosa, where you can visit the famous Ducal Palace, and finishes in Estremoz, the city of the white gold (marble).

Not sure which type of tour to book? Learn about the differences between guided and self-guided tours. 

Tour Description: Self-guided

This is a tour where there is a true combination of cycling and discovery, and you can be sure to leave Portugal with a much richer knowledge of our region!

Along your cycling days you will visit castles, churches, artisans, wine producers and typical family owned cafes. The landscape changes from olive groves to vineyards and cork oaks, from granite to schist and to marble.

You start in the small village of Alvito, very famous for its manueline architecture, and from there cycle to Evora, impressive city classified by UNESCO as World Heritage Site. In Evora you’ll explore the megalithic monuments. Continue to Monsaraz, the lovely white castled village with a panoramic view over the biggest artificial lake of Europe, and cycle through Terena and its impressive sanctuary.

The tour then goes to Vila Vicosa, where you can visit the famous Ducal Palace, and finishes in Estremoz, the city of the white gold (marble).

Not sure which type of tour to book? Learn about the differences between guided and self-guided tours. 

Highlights: Guided

• Accommodation at castles, palaces and farmhouses – sleep in luxury!
• Beautiful rolling landscape with vineyards, olive groves, cork oaks and grazing land
• Wine tasting and very good Alentejo wine
• Impressive heritage
• Evora historical centre, classified by UNESCO as World Heritage Site
• Mediaeval villages
• Fantastic gastronomy

Highlights: Self-guided

• Accommodation at castles, palaces and farmhouses – sleep in luxury!
• Beautiful rolling landscape with vineyards, olive groves, cork oaks and grazing land
• Wine tasting and very good Alentejo wine
• Impressive heritage
• Evora historical centre, classified by UNESCO as World Heritage Site
• Mediaeval villages
• Fantastic gastronomy

Daily Program: Guided

Day 1: Arrival to Alvito
Early arrival to airport. Transfer to Alvito. At 6pm there will be a welcome drink and first briefing. Dinner will be at a loal restaurant. 
Overnight in Alvito.  

Day 2: Hamlet's Route (25 miles/40 km)
Cycling from Alvito to Evora.
We start by riding through Alvito, famous for its several buildings with manueline architecture. We pass through several tiny lovely hamlets, where life goes by at the slow Alentejo pace, and then ride to the village of Viana do Alentejo, well know for its pottery, the majestic castle with a mother church inside and the impressive Church of Senhora de Aires. The local tasca (typical cafe) is totally genuine and the atmosphere very serene. We continue cycling to Evora, classified by UNESCO as World Heritage Site.
Overnight in Evora.  

Day 3: Megalithic Route (28 miles/45 km)
Cycling around Evora.
Today we visit some of the most important megalithic monuments of the region. The landscape is lovely, with a lot of holm oak and cork trees. We will learn about the cork extraction and about the people that inhabited the region more than 5000 years ago. We will visit the Dolmen of Zambugeiro – biggest in Europe, the Cromlech of Almendres, and the roman ruins of Tourega. In the afternoon we cycle in the city of Evora and discover the amazing history of this beautiful city. We visit the surreal Bone’s chapel and the impressive cathedral, originally from the 13th century. We finish with a wine tasting in the Evora Wine Tour Shop. 
Overnight in Evora.  

Day 4: The Valley of the Degebe River (31 mils/50 km to Evora; 35 miles/57 km to guesthouse)
Cycling from Evora to Reguengos de Monsaraz. We ride between olive groves to reach the small and traditional village of Nossa Sr de Machede. We stop at a local cafe for a drink, visit the leather factory and an olive mill (when in season). We pass the Castle of Valongo and visit a cheese factory in Aldeias de Montoito. Arriving to Reguengos de Monsaraz we still have plenty of time for some wine tasting in a gorgeous winery where they still have a room with the old clay pots to keep the wine. 
Overnight in Monsaraz.  

Day 5: Conquest of the Castle of Monsaraz (22 miles/35 km)
Cycling from Reguengos to Monsaraz.
We will visit the famous pottery village of S. Pedro do Corval, where you can see the men working the clay, transforming it into beautiful pots and plates, and the ladies painting them with flowers. We have lunch by the lake, and here we will taste the wines of the Esporao winery, one of the most considered of the Alentejo's wines. Then, we conquer the gorgeous village of Monsaraz, built in a castle on top of a hill. From Monsaraz you’ll take in the beautiful view over the lake of the Alqueva dam, the biggest artificial lake of Europe. 
Overnight in Monsaraz.  

Day 6: The Sanctuary Route (31 miles/50 km)
Cycling from Monsaraz to Vila Vicosa.
We leave the schist land and discover the marble kingdom. We start by visiting the impressive sanctuary of Nossa Sr da Boa Nova and the flowery village of Terena. After, we pass by the moon like landscape of the marble quarries of Bencatel area, from where the white gold was extracted to build gorgeous cities such as Estremoz and Borba. We arrive at Vila Vicosa, a favorite resting place for many kings who were followed by many noble people who built beautiful manor houses in the area.
Overnight in Vila Vocosa.

Day 7: The Marble Route (22 miles/35 km)
Cycling from Vila Vicosa to Estremoz.
We start by visiting the fabulous Ducal Palace of Vila Viçosa, and then follow to Borba. In Borba, we will visit one of those typical local cafees where the wine served is produced at the clay pots that decorate the space. It’s the local hand made wine. We visit a marble quarry and then follow to Gloria, where we visit an artisan. We also visit the Church of Nossa Sr dos Martires, a marble gothic church. Arriving to Estremoz you’ll be impressed by the beautiful architecture and the imposing tower of the castle where you will sleep! 
Overnight in Estremoz.  

Day 8: Departure
Transfer to Lisbon Airport. 

Daily Program: Self-guided

Day 1: Arrival to Alvito
Early arrival to airport. Transfer to Alvito. At 6pm there will be a welcome drink and first briefing.
Overnight in Alvito.  

Day 2: Hamlet's Route (25 miles/40 km)
Cycling from Alvito to Evora.
We start by riding through Alvito, famous for its several buildings with manueline architecture. We pass through several tiny lovely hamlets, where life goes by at the slow Alentejo pace, and then ride to the village of Viana do Alentejo, well know for its pottery, the majestic castle with a mother church inside and the impressive Church of Senhora de Aires. The local tasca (typical cafe) is totally genuine and the atmosphere very serene. We continue cycling to Evora, classified by UNESCO as World Heritage Site. 
Overnight in Evora.

Optional upgrade: 

Cycling from Arraiolos to Évora. We start the day with a transfer to Santana. We start riding at the beautiful cheese farm of Amendoeira. Here we can visit their traditional cheese factory and the distillery, where they produce delicious liqueurs. In the end a tasting is absolutely a “must”!. We then ride to Ravasqueira, a winery set in a farm where there is also cork production. The house is beautiful and the wine very good. Here we visit also the carriage museum and have our picnic lunch (visit included in both tours). After lunch, we visit the village of Arraiolos, with its imposing castle and the hand made Arraiolos carpets, and stop for a coffee in the typical square. We strongly recommend you taste the local pastry: pastel de toucinho!Finally we visit the Aldeia da Terra, a terracotta representation of a local village, in miniature size and very colourful and funny. It’s time to ride to Évora, along the eco trail, car free, to visit the historical centre. We’ll do a couple of stops and visit the impressive bone’s chapel.

Day 3: Megalithic Route (28 miles/45 km)
Cycling around Evora.
Today you'll visit some of the most important megalithic monuments of the region. The landscape is lovely, with a lot of holm oak and cork trees. You will learn about the cork extraction and about the people that inhabited the region more than 5000 years ago. You will visit the Dolmen of Zambugeiro – biggest in Europe, the Cromlech of Almendres, and the roman ruins of Tourega. In the afternoon you cycle in the city of Evora and discover the amazing history of this beautiful city. You can visit the surreal Bone’s chapel and the impressive cathedral, originally from the 13th century. You can finish with a wine tasting in the Evora Wine Tour Shop. 
Overnight in Evora.  

Day 4: The Valley of the Degebe River (31 miles/50 km to Evora; 35 miles/57 km to guesthouse)
Cycling from Evora to Reguengos de Monsaraz.
You ride between olive groves to reach the small and traditional village of Nossa Sr de Machede. Here you should stop at a local cafe for a drink, visit the leather factory and an olive mill (when in season). Then you'll pass the Castle of Valongo and visit a cheese factory in Aldeias de Montoito. Arriving to Reguengos de Monsaraz you still have plenty of time for some wine tasting in a gorgeous winery where they still have a room with the old clay pots to keep the wine.
Overnight in Reguengos de Monsaraz. 

Day 5: Conquest of the Castle of Monsaraz (22 miles/35 km)
Cycling from Reguengos to Monsaraz.
You will visit the famous pottery village of S. Pedro do Corval, where you can see the men working the clay, transforming it into beautiful pots and plates, and the ladies painting them with flowers. We recommend that you have lunch by the lake (take a picnic), with a beautiful view over Monsaraz. Then it's time to conquer the gorgeous village of Monsaraz, built in a castle on top of a hill. From Monsaraz you’ll take in the beautiful view over the lake of the Alqueva dam, the biggest artificial lake of Europe.
Overnight in Monsaraz.  

Day 6: The Sanctuary Route (31 miles/50 km)
Cycling from Monsaraz to Vila Vicosa.
Today you leave the schist land and discover the marble kingdom. Start with a gentle rolling morning and then visite the impressive sanctuary of Nossa Sr da Boa Nova and the flowery village of Terena. After comes the moon like landscape of the marble quarries of Bencatel area. From here the white gold was extracted to build gorgeous cities such as Estremoz and Borba. We arrive at Vila Vicosa, a favourite resting place for many kings who were followed by many noble people who built beautiful manor houses in the area. 
Overnight in Vila Vicosa.  

Day 7: The Marble Route (22 miles/35 km)
Cycling from Vila Vicosa to Estremoz.
You start by visiting the fabulous Ducal Palace of Vila Viçosa, and then follow to Borba. In Borba, you can visit one of those typical local cafes where the wine served is produced at the clay pots that decorate the space. It’s the local hand made wine. You visit a marble quarry and then follow to the Church of Nossa Sr dos Martires, a marble gothic church. Arriving to Estremoz you’ll be impressed by the beautiful architecture and the imposing tower of the castle where you will sleep! 
Overnight in Estremoz.  

Day 8: Departure
Transfer to Lisbon Airport. 

Dates: Guided

You can do this tour at any date, subject to availability, for groups of 6-20 people (extra fee for a private guided tour, please contact). 

Dates: Self-guided

Packages and Prices: Guided

Category A
Nice hotels, typically 4-star, most of which are built in historical buildings
Per person, double occupancy €1556 Single room supplement (1 person/1 room) €313 Bike rentals (included in tour price) Specialized cross trail bikes €0

Category B
Family-owned comfortable guesthouses, one inn built in a castle.
Per person, double occupancy €1438 Single room supplement (1 person/1 room) €213 Bike rentals (included in tour price) Specialized cross trail bikes €0

Packages and Prices: Self-guided

Category A
Nice hotels, typically 4-star, most of which are built in historical buildings
Per person, double occupancy (minimum of 2) €869 Per person, double occupancy (minimum of 4; special dates) €673 Single room supplement (1 person, 1 room) €313 Optional upgrade on Day 2 (per person) €25 High season supplement (Jul/Aug) €13 Bike rentals Specialized cross trail bikes €100 Equipment provided free with all rentals €0 Transfer from airport to first hotel/last hotel to airport Minimum of 2 €124 Minimum of 4 €73

Category B
Family-owned comfortable guesthouses, one inn built in a castle.
Per person, double occupancy (minimum of 2) €750 Per person, double occupancy (minimum of 4; special dates) €554 Single room supplement (1 person, 1 room) €170 Optional upgrade on Day 2 (per person) €25 High season supplement (Jul/Aug) €13 Bike rentals Specialized cross trail bikes €100 Equipment provided free with all rentals €0 Transfer from airport to first hotel/last hotel to airport Minimum of 2 €108 Minimum of 4 €54

Included Services: Guided

• Accommodation 
• Bicycle for 6 days with front bag and back rack 
• Transfer on private bus from Lisbon’s airport to Alvito 
• Transfer on private bus from Estremoz to Lisbon’s airport 
• Support car to go along during the 6 cycling days 
• Guide to ride with the group (one or two, depending on group size) 
• Personal accident and third party insurance 
• 6 picnic lunches per person 
• 6 breakfasts
• 5 dinners with wine 
• 2 wine tastings at wineries
• Entrance fee at Bones chapel, in Évora
• Entrance fee at Évora's cathedral
• Entrance fee at Vila Viçosa's Ducal Palace 
• Souvenir 
• VAT tax

Not included: 

• 2 dinners
• Travel, tour cancellation and bike insurance (bike insurance not available)

Included Services: Self-guided

• Accommodation
• Luggage transfers
• Emergency contact 24 h/day
• Maps, route descriptions and history notes 
• Souvenir 
• Personal accident and third party insurance
• VAT tax

Not included:

• Bicycle for 6 days with tool kit, front bag and back rack 
• Transfer from Lisbon airport to Alvito
• Transfer from Estremoz to Lisbon airport 
• Insurance for bikes – it does not exist
• Meals 
• Entrance fee at bones chapel, in Évora entrance fee at cathedral, in Évora entrance fee at Ducal Palace, in Vila Viçosa travel insurance 

Hotels: Guided

Category A: nice hotels, typically 4-star, most of which are built in historical buildings

Day 1: Pousada do Alvito, Alvito
www.pousadas.pt
Pousada de Alvito is a hotel located in a restored 15th century castle.  

Day 2 and 3: Monte do Serrado de Baixo, Evora 
www.montedoserradodebaixo.com
The Monte do Serrado de Baixo is a typical Alentejo house that offers 4 double bedrooms. It is owned by the tour company.  

Alternate: Hotel Mar de Ar Muralhas, Evora
www.mardearhotels.com
A lovely 4-star hotel with a restaurant, Hotel Mar de Ar Muralhaus is located right in the center of Evora. 

Day 4: Provincia Hotel, Reguengos de Monsaraz
www.provinciacharminghotel.com
Hotel Provincia is a charming 4-star hotel with a swimming pool.  

Day 5: Vila Planicie
www.vilaplanicie.com
Vila Planicie is a charming hotel with a swimming pool. 

Day 6: Pousada D. Joao IV, Vila Vicosa
www.pousadas.pt
The Pousada de Vila Vicosa is set in the former convent of Chagas de Cristo in the historical village of Vila Vicosa.  

Day 7: Pousada Rainha Sta Isabel, Estremoz
www.pousadas.pt
Pousada Rainha Sta Isabel is located in the restored castle of Estremoz.

Category B: family-owned comfortable guesthouses, one inn built in a castle

Day 1: Residential Varanda, Alvito
http://avaranda-hospedaria.planetaclix.pt 
Located in the city center, Residential Varanda offers guests comfortable rooms and a restaurant with cocktail bar.

Day 2 and 3: Monte do Serrado de Baixo, Evora 
www.wonderfulland.com
The Monte do Serrado de Baixo is a typical Alentejo house that offers 4 double bedrooms. It is owned by the tour company.  

Alternate: Hotel Mar de Ar Muralhas, Evora
www.mardearhotels.com
A lovely 4-star hotel with a restaurant, Hotel Mar de Ar Muralhaus is located right in the center of Evora. 

Day 4: Residencial Casa do Alentejo, 
www.casadoalentejo.net
Casa do Alentejo is a nice and simple pensao.  

Day 5: Vila Planicie
www.vilaplanicie.com
Vila Planicie is a charming hotel with a swimming pool.

Day 6: Solar dos Mascarenhas, Vila Vicosa
www.solardosmascarenhas.com
Solar dos Mascarenhas is a 3-star hotel in Vila Vicosa.  

Day 7: Pousada Rainha Sta Isabel, Estremoz
www.pousadas.pt
Pousada Rainha Sta Isabel is located in the restored castle of Estremoz.

Hotels: Self-guided

Category A: nice hotels, typically 4-star, most of which are built in historical buildings

Day 1: Pousada do Alvito, Alvito
www.pousadas.pt
Pousada de Alvito is a hotel located in a restored 15th century castle.  

Day 2 and 3: Monte do Serrado de Baixo, Evora 
www.montedoserradodebaixo.com
The Monte do Serrado de Baixo is a typical Alentejo house that offers 4 double bedrooms. It is owned by the tour company.  

Alternate: Hotel Mar de Ar Muralhas, Evora
www.mardearhotels.com
A lovely 4-star hotel with a restaurant, Hotel Mar de Ar Muralhaus is located right in the center of Evora. 

Day 4: Provincia Hotel, Reguengos de Monsaraz
www.provinciacharminghotel.com
Hotel Provincia is a charming 4-star hotel with a swimming pool.  

Day 5: Vila Planicie
www.vilaplanicie.com
Vila Planicie is a charming hotel with a swimming pool. 

Day 6: Pousada D. Joao IV, Vila Vicosa
www.pousadas.pt
The Pousada de Vila Vicosa is set in the former convent of Chagas de Cristo in the historical village of Vila Vicosa.  

Day 7: Pousada Rainha Sta Isabel, Estremoz
www.pousadas.pt
Pousada Rainha Sta Isabel is located in the restored castle of Estremoz.

Category B: family-owned comfortable guesthouses, one inn built in a castle

Day 1: Residential Varanda, Alvito
http://avaranda-hospedaria.planetaclix.pt 
Located in the city center, Residential Varanda offers guests comfortable rooms and a restaurant with cocktail bar.

Day 2 and 3: Monte do Serrado de Baixo, Evora 
www.wonderfulland.com
The Monte do Serrado de Baixo is a typical Alentejo house that offers 4 double bedrooms. It is owned by the tour company.  

Alternate: Hotel Mar de Ar Muralhas, Evora
www.mardearhotels.com
A lovely 4-star hotel with a restaurant, Hotel Mar de Ar Muralhaus is located right in the center of Evora. 

Day 4: Residencial Casa do Alentejo, 
www.casadoalentejo.net
Casa do Alentejo is a nice and simple pensao.  

Day 5: Vila Planicie
www.vilaplanicie.com
Vila Planicie is a charming hotel with a swimming pool.

Day 6: Solar dos Mascarenhas, Vila Vicosa
www.solardosmascarenhas.com
Solar dos Mascarenhas is a 3-star hotel in Vila Vicosa.  

Day 7: Pousada Rainha Sta Isabel, Estremoz
www.pousadas.pt
Pousada Rainha Sta Isabel is located in the restored castle of Estremoz.

Bike Rentals: Guided

The bikes available on this tour are specialized cross trail bikes. They use mix tires, and are good for asphalt but also for dirt roads in good condition. 

Additional notes and specifications:

Front and rear V-brakes provide easily adjustable, uncomplicated stopping power

• A1 Premium Aluminum frame with ORE down tube and low standover for lightweight confidence on both dirt and pavement 
• 75mm-travel coil-sprung fork with alloy lowers allows this hybrid to go off-road with ease 
• High-volume Specialized Borough XC Sport 700c tires roll fast, yet have enough bite for the trail 
• Specialized Body Geometry XC saddle with front and rear bumpers for off-road durability

FRAME
Forged alloy

SEAT BINDER
Alloy, 2-bolt forged head, 12.5mm offset, 27.2mm

SEATPOST
Specialized XC, Body Geometry, 143mm width, front and rear bumpers SADDLE Schraeder valve

INNER TUBES
Specialized Borough XC Sport 700x45c, 60TPI, wire bead

REAR TIRE
Specialized Borough XC Sport 700x45c, 60TPI, wire bead

FRONT TIRE
2mm (14g) stainless

SPOKES
Forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, freewheel type, QR

REAR HUB
Forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, QR

FRONT HUB
Alex Z-1000, 26", single wall, 36h

RIMS
Composite platform body, sealed loose ball bearings

PEDALS
Cartridge bearing, square spindle with crank stop right side and capless bolts

BOTTOM BRACKET
48 x 38 x 28T w/ chainguard

CHAINRINGS
SR-Suntour 7-speed Crank Set, square, fully riveted plastic spider, w/ chainguard

CRANKSET
KMC Z7 w/ reuseable Missing Link

CHAIN
Shimano MF-TZ31-7, 7-speed, 13-34t Mega Range

CASSETTE
Shimano, ST-EF-50, 7-Speed, EZ fire plus

SHIFT LEVERS
Shimano Altus, 7-speed

REAR DERAILLEUR
Shimano FD-C051BM, 31.8mm clamp, top swing, dual pull

FRONT DERAILLEUR
Shimano EF-50 (integrated w/ shifter)

BRAKE LEVERS
Alloy linear pull, 1pc. pad

REAR BRAKE
Alloy linear pull, 1pc. pad

FRONT BRAKE
Specialized Enduro, closed end, 130mm

GRIPS
Hi-Ten riser bar, 25.4mm, 32mm rise, 620mm wide, 8 degree back sweep, 6 degree up

HANDLEBARS
Melt Forged alloy, 2-bolt, 25.4mm, 15 degree rise

STEM
1-1/8" threadless, sealed loose ball bearings

HEADSET
SR SunTour SF10-NVX-700C, alloy lower, 75mm travel, 28mm Hi-Ten stanchions, coil spring

FORK

REAR SHOCK
Crosstrail A1 Premium Aluminum, formed TT, ORE DT, forged dropouts w/ replaceable hanger, integrated kickstand mount, chainstay disc mount

Bike Rentals: Self-guided

The bikes available on this tour are specialized cross trail bikes. They use mix tires, and are good for asphalt but also for dirt roads in good condition. 

Additional notes and specifications:

Front and rear V-brakes provide easily adjustable, uncomplicated stopping power

• A1 Premium Aluminum frame with ORE down tube and low standover for lightweight confidence on both dirt and pavement 
• 75mm-travel coil-sprung fork with alloy lowers allows this hybrid to go off-road with ease 
• High-volume Specialized Borough XC Sport 700c tires roll fast, yet have enough bite for the trail 
• Specialized Body Geometry XC saddle with front and rear bumpers for off-road durability

FRAME
Forged alloy

SEAT BINDER
Alloy, 2-bolt forged head, 12.5mm offset, 27.2mm

SEATPOST
Specialized XC, Body Geometry, 143mm width, front and rear bumpers SADDLE Schraeder valve

INNER TUBES
Specialized Borough XC Sport 700x45c, 60TPI, wire bead

REAR TIRE
Specialized Borough XC Sport 700x45c, 60TPI, wire bead

FRONT TIRE
2mm (14g) stainless

SPOKES
Forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, freewheel type, QR

REAR HUB
Forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, QR

FRONT HUB
Alex Z-1000, 26", single wall, 36h

RIMS
Composite platform body, sealed loose ball bearings

PEDALS
Cartridge bearing, square spindle with crank stop right side and capless bolts

BOTTOM BRACKET
48 x 38 x 28T w/ chainguard

CHAINRINGS
SR-Suntour 7-speed Crank Set, square, fully riveted plastic spider, w/ chainguard

CRANKSET
KMC Z7 w/ reuseable Missing Link

CHAIN
Shimano MF-TZ31-7, 7-speed, 13-34t Mega Range

CASSETTE
Shimano, ST-EF-50, 7-Speed, EZ fire plus

SHIFT LEVERS
Shimano Altus, 7-speed

REAR DERAILLEUR
Shimano FD-C051BM, 31.8mm clamp, top swing, dual pull

FRONT DERAILLEUR
Shimano EF-50 (integrated w/ shifter)

BRAKE LEVERS
Alloy linear pull, 1pc. pad

REAR BRAKE
Alloy linear pull, 1pc. pad

FRONT BRAKE
Specialized Enduro, closed end, 130mm

GRIPS
Hi-Ten riser bar, 25.4mm, 32mm rise, 620mm wide, 8 degree back sweep, 6 degree up

HANDLEBARS
Melt Forged alloy, 2-bolt, 25.4mm, 15 degree rise

STEM
1-1/8" threadless, sealed loose ball bearings

HEADSET
SR SunTour SF10-NVX-700C, alloy lower, 75mm travel, 28mm Hi-Ten stanchions, coil spring

FORK

REAR SHOCK
Crosstrail A1 Premium Aluminum, formed TT, ORE DT, forged dropouts w/ replaceable hanger, integrated kickstand mount, chainstay disc mount

Surface and Terrain: Guided

The days are relaxing and easy. You will do between 22 miles (35 km) and 31 miles (50 km). Roads are mostly undulating. This means that you rarely have big climbs, but will go slightly up and down several times. There is a mix of some dirt roads with asphalt, but most of the tour is on asphalt. The dirt road connexions give the tour a special link to nature.

This tour is rated Leisure and is for cyclists in average physical condition. 

Surface and Terrain: Self-guided

The days are relaxing and easy. You will do between 22 miles (35 km) and 31 miles (50 km). Roads are mostly undulating. This means that you rarely have big climbs, but will go slightly up and down several times. There is a mix of some dirt roads with asphalt, but most of the tour is on asphalt. The dirt road connexions give the tour a special link to nature.

This tour is rated Leisure and is for cyclists in average physical condition. 

How To Get There: Guided

Tour start 
Nearest airport: Lisbon, Portugal
Nearest train station: Alvito, Portugal

Tour end:
Nearest airport: Lisbon, Portugal
Nearest train station: Estemoz, Portugal

Transfers are available from the airport to first hotel and from last hotel to airport for 100-193 Euros. 

Tips on getting to and from your tour

How To Get There: Self-guided

Tour start 
Nearest airport: Lisbon, Portugal
Nearest train station: Alvito, Portugal

Tour end:
Nearest airport: Lisbon, Portugal
Nearest train station: Estemoz, Portugal

Transfers are available from the airport to first hotel and from last hotel to airport for 100-193 Euros. 

Tips on getting to and from your tour

More about Portugal : Guided

Located in South Western Europe, Portugal features over 528 miles (850 km) of pristine blue water and sandy beaches. Along with Portugal’s coast are the energetic cities of Lisbon and Porto. Built on hills overlooking the coast, Lisbon is one of Europe’s underrated capital cities. Highlights include Europe’s largest Oceanarium, museums and the Park of Nations, excellent for cycling. Porto, Lisbon’s northern rival, highlights ancient castles, natural parks and home to the world-famous Port wine of the River Douro. Walk along cobblestone paths and enjoy Portugal's famous cuisine of fresh seafood, cheeses, or sausages, accompanied by Fado music, Portugal's traditional melancholic singing.

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More about Portugal : Self-guided

Located in South Western Europe, Portugal features over 528 miles (850 km) of pristine blue water and sandy beaches. Along with Portugal’s coast are the energetic cities of Lisbon and Porto. Built on hills overlooking the coast, Lisbon is one of Europe’s underrated capital cities. Highlights include Europe’s largest Oceanarium, museums and the Park of Nations, excellent for cycling. Porto, Lisbon’s northern rival, highlights ancient castles, natural parks and home to the world-famous Port wine of the River Douro. Walk along cobblestone paths and enjoy Portugal's famous cuisine of fresh seafood, cheeses, or sausages, accompanied by Fado music, Portugal's traditional melancholic singing.

More on bicycling in Portugal > 

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Tour Company Background: Turaventur: Guided

Turaventur was founded in 1990. Besides organizing adventure and nature tours, they also are the authors of several guide books for the Alentejo, which give them a profound knowledge of the region. Their main offer for the foreign market is cycling tours, which they have been organizing since 2002. They even own a guest house with 4 rooms that is a traditional farm house restored for tourism.

Located in Evora, Portugal, the Turaventur staff consists of 3 full time employees and 5 extra guides. Their strenghts include a deep knowledge of the region and passion for cycling. All at Turaventur travel regularly and know what our customers expect. With many years of experience, you will learn from local guides who know the culture and hidden spots along your bike tour.

Tour Company Background: Turaventur: Self-guided

Turaventur was founded in 1990. Besides organizing adventure and nature tours, they also are the authors of several guide books for the Alentejo, which give them a profound knowledge of the region. Their main offer for the foreign market is cycling tours, which they have been organizing since 2002. They even own a guest house with 4 rooms that is a traditional farm house restored for tourism.

Located in Evora, Portugal, the Turaventur staff consists of 3 full time employees and 5 extra guides. Their strenghts include a deep knowledge of the region and passion for cycling. All at Turaventur travel regularly and know what our customers expect. With many years of experience, you will learn from local guides who know the culture and hidden spots along your bike tour.

Terms and Conditions: Turaventur: Guided

Cancellations and refunds

We advise that you take out trip cancellation insurance at the time of booking. Should you be unable to proceed with your tour for any reason you should inform us immediately. Our cancellation and refund policy for all tours is as follows:

• If you cancel at least 8 weeks before the tour start date, your deposit is returned, except for 50 € of handling charges.
• If you cancel between 8 and 6 weeks before the tour start date, we will keep your deposit but we will not charge anything else.
• If you cancel between 6 weeks and 30 days before the start date, you can choose between either a refund of 70% of your total payment or using total payment to rebook an alternative date or tour.
• If you cancel after the 30-day deadline, there will be no refund.
• In the unlikely event that we have to cancel your tour for any reason, we will refund all money paid to us for your tour.
  
  
• Force Majeure: Refunds and compensation payments are not liable in circumstances beyond our control or our supplier’s control. This includes but is not limited to changes due to war, threat of war, acts of terrorism, civil strife, strikes, natural disaster, fire, adverse weather or similar circumstances. 
  
  
• No refunds are available once the trip commences. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS, including weather or other factors beyond our control

Terms and Conditions: Turaventur: Self-guided

Cancellations and refunds

We advise that you take out trip cancellation insurance at the time of booking. Should you be unable to proceed with your tour for any reason you should inform us immediately. Our cancellation and refund policy for all tours is as follows:

• If you cancel at least 8 weeks before the tour start date, your deposit is returned, except for 50 € of handling charges.
• If you cancel between 8 and 6 weeks before the tour start date, we will keep your deposit but we will not charge anything else.
• If you cancel between 6 weeks and 30 days before the start date, you can choose between either a refund of 70% of your total payment or using total payment to rebook an alternative date or tour.
• If you cancel after the 30-day deadline, there will be no refund.
• In the unlikely event that we have to cancel your tour for any reason, we will refund all money paid to us for your tour.
  
  
• Force Majeure: Refunds and compensation payments are not liable in circumstances beyond our control or our supplier’s control. This includes but is not limited to changes due to war, threat of war, acts of terrorism, civil strife, strikes, natural disaster, fire, adverse weather or similar circumstances. 
  
  
• No refunds are available once the trip commences. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS, including weather or other factors beyond our control