Portugal Alentejo Biking
Portugal's hidden gem
6 Days, 5 Nights
16
B&R Activity Levels
$5,695 USD
Single Supplement: $1,400 USD
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Alentejo is Portugal at its most unhurried: cork forests and sun-baked plains, medieval towns with Roman bones and a culture of hospitality best experienced behind the scenes. From private vineyards and tile studios to farm tables that never appear in a guidebook, the experience unfolds by invitation. Pedal past century-old cork trees, explore Évora’s Gothic gems, sail the Arrábida coast by catamaran and raise a glass with the passionate locals who keep it all beautifully, deliciously alive.
Preview the itinerary
No two trips are ever the same, but this will give you a taste of what your journey will be like.
Rendezvous
Trip Start: Bairro Alto Hotel
Time: 8:15am
Nearest International Airport: Humberto Delgado Airport, Lisbon (LIS)
Farewell
Trip End: Lisbon Airport
Time: 10:30am
Nearest International Airport: Humberto Delgado Airport, Lisbon (LIS)
* Itineraries are subject to change. Please confirm exact Rendezvous and Farewell locations upon booking.
Day 1
Leave Lisbon behind and pedal into the sun-drenched plains of Alentejo, pausing at a cork producer to learn about one of Portugal's iconic natural resources. Continue to a family-run estate for a welcoming lunch, then explore the UNESCO-listed streets of Évora with a local guide. Settle into Octant Évora, your home for two nights, with cocktails overlooking the plains and dinner at the hotel.
Activity:
Daily ride: 49 km (31 mi) | Elevation 336 m (1,102 ft)
Day 2
Spend a second day exploring Alentejo's vast, quiet landscapes by bike, winding past cork oaks, vineyards, and olive groves to a traditional village café. Pause for a picnic lunch on a private property before returning to the hotel to unwind by the pool. This evening, enjoy a traditional singing performance in Évora, then choose your own restaurant for dinner in the city's vibrant gastronomic scene.
Activity:
Daily ride: 61 km (38 mi) | Elevation 418 m (1,371 ft)
Long option: 72 km (45 mi) | Elevation 608 m (1,995 ft)
Day 3
Leave the plains of Alentejo behind as the landscape shifts toward the coast, riding through cork and pine forests with a growing hint of Atlantic air. Pause in Grândola for a relaxed lunch before continuing through the gentle hills of the serra to Melides. Settle in for the night at Vermelho, a boutique hotel blending bold design with Alentejo's traditional craftsmanship.
Activity:
Morning ride: 63 km (39 mi) | Elevation 587 m (1,926 ft)
Long option: 70 km (43 mi) | Elevation 669 m (2,195 ft)
Day 4
Ride through rice fields and wetlands alive with storks, herons, and migrating birds on the way to the coast. Stop for a fresh seafood lunch by the ocean, with time for a swim in the Atlantic, before crossing Setúbal Bay by ferry. Arrive at Casa Palmela, a boutique retreat among the vineyards of Arrábida Natural Park, for cocktails, live music, and a barbecue dinner under the stars.
Activity:
Daily ride: 44 km (27 mi) | Elevation 342 m (1,122 ft)
Day 5
Begin the day with a visit to a traditional azulejo workshop before biking through the dramatic landscapes of Arrábida Natural Park, where sea cliffs, forests and hidden coves overlook the Atlantic. Board a private catamaran cruise along the coast and enjoy a picnic lunch onboard. Tonight, celebrate your final evening in Portugal with a winery visit,, regional cuisine and a soulful live fado performance in a historic setting.
Activity:
Daily ride: 29 km (18 mi) | Elevation 422 m (1,385 ft)
Long option: 37 km (23 mi) | Elevation 731 m (2,398 ft)
Day 6
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Featured stays
Octant Hotels Évora
Location: Évora District, Portugal
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Vermelho Melides
Location: Setúbal District, Portugal
Hotel Casa Palmela
Location: Palmela, Portugal
What's included
All breakfasts, lunches and dinners as indicated on the itinerary.
All accommodation as indicated on the itinerary.
Thoughtfully selected local wines, beers, cocktails or non-alcoholic beverages with all meals.
Choice of bike as appropriate for terrain (see below), equipped with handlebar bag and helmet.
A biodegradable B&R water bottle.
Use of a smartphone with downloaded GPS routes provided via RideWithGPS.
Services of B&R guide(s).
All special events, private tours, guest experts and entrance fees.
All gratuities for baggage, porters and hotel services.
Transportation from pick up to drop off.
Baggage transportation.
Access to the B&R support van every step of the way.
What's Not Included: International flights, travel protection, gratuity for your B&R guides.
This trip is carbon neutral. Learn more about our Sustainability commitment.
Good to know
Rides
Our daily routes include plenty of challenging up and downhills. For non-avid cyclists, consider an e-bike for extra support.
Equipment
Carbon Performance Road Bike
Touring Bike
E-Bike
Why choose a Small Group trip?
An Effortless Journey
Our expert Experience Designers are perfectionists, using first-hand knowledge of routes, restaurants and hotels to create an unforgettable experience. This means all the planning is taken care of for you. All you need to do is enjoy.
Active Exploration
From emerging destinations to iconic sights, B&R trips show you the world in a new way on our expertly developed cycling, walking and hiking routes. Travelling through historic villages and romantic vineyards and up to striking viewpoints, our routes offer a variety of challenges for every activity level.
Friends for Life
Your fellow travellers are as passionate and curious about the world as you are, which means the conversations and laughs will be as free flowing as your drink of choice. Don't be surprised if your group starts planning a reunion before the trip is done.
Room for Surprises
We love a plan, but we adore a spontaneous moment even more. Whether it's an impromptu al fresco meal or a moon-lit musical performance, our advice is to expect the unexpected.
My B&R trip in Portugal was a dream come true.
My B&R trip in Portugal was a dream come true. You really do get to slow down and enjoy the view while getting a really good workout—more than I expected, but in the best way! I pushed myself on so many levels, and it felt wonderful. Not to mention, we made so many new friends who will be friends for life.
Olivia B; Toronto, CAMy experience biking through Portugal with B&R felt like a transition from being a tourist to becoming a traveller.
My experience biking through Portugal with B&R felt like a transition from being a tourist to becoming a traveller. It allows you to go behind the curtains and really experience the culture and feeling of the country in a way that would be hard to do on your own. I had so much fun getting to know Portugal and enjoying it alongside both old and new friends.
Andrea B; Toronto, CAThere’s something for everyone.
My experience was amazing! There’s something for everyone. The food was amazing. The routes that were planned for us were amazing. The weather was spectacular. Great, great trip.
Renee L; Toronto, CAOne of the most amazing experiences of my life.
My experience with B&R was one of the most amazing experiences of my life. I was challenged physically and mentally, but I also made lifelong friends. It truly gave me joy in my heart, strength in my legs and air in my lungs every morning. It was perfect.
Anna G; Toronto, CAYou get to see a whole different side of the country.
Travelling through Portugal with B&R was phenomenal. Seeing the countryside on a bike is something I’ve never done when travelling before. You get to see a whole different side of the country.
Andrew S; Toronto, CAAll the senses were awakened
This trip exceeded our expectations! A total immersion into the culture. All the senses were awakened, and it was an experience never to be forgotten.
– Susan H.; Bismarck, US