Portugal: Lisbon, Évora & the Algarve
Guided Biking
Cycle the fertile landscapes and stunning coasts of southern Portugal, exploring medieval towns and savoring farm-fresh cuisine and famed local wines.
View This TourSpain & Portugal: Coastal Camino de Santiago
Guided Biking
Cycle along sections of the Camino de Santiago on this bike tour of Spanish Galicia and Portugal’s northern coast. Discover gentle rivers, sweeping estuaries, scenic valleys, and rolling vineyards.
View This TourPortugal: Porto, the Silver Coast & Lisbon
Self-Guided Biking
This self-guided bike tour of Portugal follows the scenic Silver Coast from Porto to Lisbon along white-sand beaches, fragrant pine forests, and historic villages.
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View All Portugal ToursPortugal & Spain Bike & River Cruise: Douro Valley
Guided Bike & Boat
Starting from 8 days at
$7,095
If you’re dreaming of a Douro Valley River cruise with a rich bouquet of cycling options and authentic Portuguese culture—this is the one! Indulge in the luxury of your five-star ship as you enjoy invigorating rides to medieval villages, experience an exclusive port wine tasting in Pinhão, and discover Spain’s “Golden City” of Salamanca.
Spain & Portugal: Coastal Camino de Santiago
Guided Biking
Starting from 7 days at
$4,345
Cycle along sections of the Camino de Santiago on this bike tour of Spanish Galicia and Portugal’s northern coast. Discover gentle rivers, sweeping estuaries, scenic valleys, and rolling vineyards.
Portugal: Porto, the Silver Coast & Lisbon
Self-Guided Biking
Starting from 7 days at
$3,795
This self-guided bike tour of Portugal follows the scenic Silver Coast from Porto to Lisbon along white-sand beaches, fragrant pine forests, and historic villages.
Portugal: Lisbon, Évora & the Algarve
Guided Biking
Starting from 7 days at
$4,395
Cycle the fertile landscapes and stunning coasts of southern Portugal, exploring medieval towns and savoring farm-fresh cuisine and famed local wines.
Discover Portugal
Portugal is the perfect destination for any active traveler, with a wealth of geographical beauty, a storied past and a vibrant culture to experience. From its Roman ruins and medieval fortresses to its lush landscapes, bustling cities, and delicious food and wine; there’s no better way to experience it than a walking or cycling tour of Portugal with VBT.
Portugal’s urban centers show off its storied past as a maritime superpower and as well as its current cultural wealth. The seven hills of Lisbon and their breathtaking miradouros (viewpoints) offer ample opportunity to take in the colorful buildings, cobbled streets, and stunning cathedrals that make up this enchanting city. Explore the beautiful city of Porto and marvel at the iconic Ribeira neighborhood, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the winding alleys of its historic heart, to its eclectic modern architecture and vibrant public art, Porto is a cultural treasure.
Outside of Portugal’s cities, travelers can saunter along the hallowed tracks of pilgrims and shepherds through sun-splashed pastures, terraced vineyards and near-forgotten villages. Ancient olive groves, almond trees, cork forests, and fragrant orange orchards line peaceful, bucolic riverside trails. Terraced vineyards climb from Douro River banks, and quintas, or wine-producing country estates, dot the hillsides and produce world-class vintages.
One of the country’s biggest draws is its 500 miles of breathtaking coastline. Dramatic cliffs, golden sand, crashing surf and calm sapphire waters—there are beaches for every taste along these seemingly endless shores.
Country Highlights
- Walk the pilgrim’s path along a section of the Way of St. James
- Taste a flight of elegant wines at a hilltop quinta, or wine estate
- Cruise down the Douro River on a traditional rabelo boat
- Explore high mountain valleys and tiny farming hamlets forgotten in time
- Cycle past acres of cork and olive trees
Fado
Spend an evening inside a pub, cafe, or restaurant listening to Portugal’s expressive folk music and you’ll experience the very soul of this country. Fado traces back to the 1820s in Lisbon, and is still popular today. Whether you book a spot at a professional show at an adega típica, or take in an open-mic style performance at a tasca, you’ll enjoy a unique Portuguese experience.
Food and Wine
Olive oil, wine, cheese, seafood, and pastries—the Portuguese have perfected these culinary arts and many others. Sit down at a Portuguese table and enjoy traditional dishes like cataplana (seafood stew), alheira (sausage with breadcrumbs), or pastéis de nata (custards tarts), and wash it all down with a vinho verde.
Cork Plantations
More than half of the world’s cork supply comes from the Alentejo region of Portugal. On your VBT tour, follow scenic country roads bordered by cork forests. Wander these ancient groves and learn about the fascinating sustainable harvest process that has been going on for centuries.
We loved this trip! Beautiful and varied biking routes; knowledgeable, competent and engaging guides, top-notch hotels, delicious food and interesting cultural activities. I wish I could do it all over again!
Spain & Portugal: Coastal Camino de Santiago
We thoroughly enjoyed our first VBT experience. The tour route was very well laid out and we cannot not say enough about how impressive our tour leaders, David and Frederico, both of whom are natives of Portugal. Kudos to VBT for the way they planned and conducted our tour!
Spain & Portugal: Coastal Camino de Santiago
Stories from Portugal
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