Portugal: Lisbon, Évora & the Algarve
Cycle the fertile landscapes and stunning coasts of southern Portugal, exploring medieval towns and savoring farm-fresh cuisine and famed local wines.
Former tour name: Biking Southern Portugal: Alentejo to the Algarve
Guided Biking
- Daily Mileage: 11 - 37|
- Biking: 2 - 5 hr|
- Group Size: 22
Starting From
10-day Air Package
$4,295
7-day Bike Tour Only
$3,345
Per person, double occupancy

Portugal: Lisbon, Évora & the Algarve
Cycle into the magnificent heart of the Alentejo and Algarve regions. During your Portugal bike tour, VBT deeply immerses you in spectacular landscapes and a famously welcoming culture. You’ll ride among stunning vineyard-laden vistas past cork forests and olive groves to remarkably preserved hilltop villages and scenic seaside towns. Sample farm-fresh cuisine as the guests of a farmhouse café and delicious wines from local wineries. Straddle the border with Spain when you embark on a Guadiana River cruise. The region’s rich heritage greets you, too, in the UNESCO site of Évora, a stunningly preserved medieval gem, and in ancient Mértola, home to a Moorish mosque steeped in history. Authentic accommodations, including an elegant Algarve retreat, evoke the character of the region, enhancing this unforgettable adventure.What to Expect
This tour offers a combination of rolling terrain and moderate-to-challenging hills. Our VBT support van is always available for those who need assistance. Ideal for energetic beginners and experienced cyclists.
- Daily Mileage: 11 - 37|
- Biking: 2 - 5 hr|
- Group Size: 22
Cycling
Cyclists
Support
Tour Highlights
- Marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Évora and the eerie Chapel of the Bones in the São Francisco Church
- Stroll the charming cobbled lanes of hilltop Monsaraz, a stunning village crowned by a medieval castle
- Cycle Alentejo’s stunning landscapes of sprawling vineyards, cork tree forests and olive groves
- Roam the hallowed halls of the Moorish medieval mosque in the ancient town of Mértola
- Pedal along the Guadiana River, then cruise its waters by privately chartered river boat
- Straddle two time zones at the border between Portugal and Spain along the Guadiana River
- Indulge in the amenities of your elegant Algarve retreat, relaxing in a heated pool and savoring locally sourced meals
- Taste the delectable flavors of Portugal in the simple ingredients of its rustic cuisine and the famed locally produced wines
Average High /
Low Temperature (°F):
Mar62º/46º
Apr64º/48º
May70º/52º
Sep81º/60º
Oct71º/55º
Nov62º/49º
Average
Precipitation:
Mar1.6 in
Apr2.3 in
May2.0 in
Sep1.2 in
Oct2.7 in
Nov3.0 in
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Roundtrip international airfare | ||
Transfers to and from international airport | ||
One night in Lisbon and one night in Cascais in conveniently located hotels with breakfasts included | ||
6 nights in 3-, 4-, and 5-star hotels | ||
15 meals: 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners |

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Road Bicycle (Aluminum alloy frame)
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Electric-Assisted Bicycle (E-bike)
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Custom VBT Bike and Helmet
Two Local, Bilingual Trip Leaders
Vehicle Support
Luggage Transfers
Ride with GPS and Daily Route Notes
Welcome Reception
Facilitated Cultural Experiences
Your Choice of VBT Branded Gear for Your Adventure
Accommodations
Enjoy Your Vacation Longer With Low-Cost Trip Extensions
Air Package Only
2021 Pre-Trip Extension - Lisbon
2 Nights From $445 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $345
- Two nights at the Pousada de Lisboa
- Daily Breakfast
- City Information
- Airport transfers
Depart home for Portugal. The particulars of your arrival overseas are detailed in your flight itinerary and airline tickets.
Upon arrival at Lisbon’s International Airport, proceed through immigration; claim your luggage, and clear customs. If your luggage is lost, fill out a PIR form before leaving the customs area; VBT representatives are not allowed into the customs area. Make certain your VBT luggage tags are affixed to your bag so your VBT representative can identify you. After exiting customs, enter the arrival hall and look for your VBT representative, who will be holding a VBT sign. He or she will help you transfer to your Lisbon hotel in the city center. Transfer time is approximately 30-45 minutes, depending on traffic.
VBT provides you with City Information that includes information and recommendations on what to see and do in Lisbon. You have the rest of the day to relax or begin your exploration of the city.
Accommodation: Pousada de Lisboa, Lisbon
Lisbon is a treasure trove of ornate and soaring architecture that celebrates the city’s past in mapping the world and opening lucrative trade routes with far-flung nations and newly discovered lands. The vast Monument of the Discoveries gazing across the Tagus River is a powerful memorial to the early explorers. Nearby, the Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery pay tribute to the ornate, late-Gothic Manueline style of architecture, named for King Manuel I. The city is a pleasure to explore by foot. Wander the atmospheric streets of Bairro Alto, the Alfama, and the Baixa, pausing in a charming square to sip coffee or a glass of vinho verde or port wine for which Portugal is famous. This evening, you might head to a local restaurant or plaza to catch the sounds of fado, Portugal’s famous wistful and melancholic style of music.
Accommodation: Pousada de Lisboa, Lisbon
Included Meals: Breakfast
Continue your independent exploration of Lisbon and its surroundings today. If you wish, explore the quaint narrow streets and red-roofed houses of Óbidos, a walled city so stunning that King Dinis of offered it to his bride Queen Isabel as a wedding gift in 1282. Or visit the pastel-hued Penais Palace of Sintra, or the revered cathedral and pilgrimage site of Fátima, where three shepherd children are believed to have seen an apparition of the Virgin Mary in 1917.
VBT Air Package guests arrive throughout the day.
Accommodation: Pousada de Lisboa, Lisbon
Included Meals: Breakfast
Air Package Only
2021 Post-Trip Extension - Cascais
2 Nights From $245 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $145
- Two nights at the Cidadela Cascais Pousada & Art District
- Daily Breakfast
- City Information
- Airport transfer
Enjoy a day exploring the lovely shop-lined streets of Cascais, a seaside resort once favored by royalty. You’ll find lots of delights and diversions here, whether you’re strolling the town’s lovely green park just minutes from your hotel, visiting the ruins of the Cascais Castle, browsing the excellent exhibits at the art museum and aquarium or walking the promenade lined with yacht-filled marinas, boutique shops, and open-air restaurants.
Accommodation: Cidadela Cascais Pousada & Art District, Cascais
Included Meals: Breakfast
Continue your exploration of Cascais today. If you’re looking to stay active while uncovering more of this seaside gem, rent a bicycle and ride the scenic ocean view bike route to Guincho Beach, one of Portugal’s best wind and kite-surfing beaches. Alternately, visit Boca do Inferno, the Mouth of Hell—a picturesque natural rock formation set among enormous cliffs and crashing waves. Or perhaps venture farther afield and discover nearby Sintra, with its pastel-hued Pena Palace surrounded by walking trails, or the medieval walled village of Óbidos, steeped in storybook charm and history.
Accommodation: Cidadela Cascais Pousada & Art District, Cascais
Included Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast,* transfer to the Lisbon International airport (approximately 45 – 60 minutes) for your departing flight.** Please note: Ensure that you are ready in the hotel reception area at the designated time.
* Please note: For guests with early-morning departures, breakfast at the hotel may not be available. Please check with the Front Desk to verify the times that breakfast is served.
** Please note: VBT transfer times and departure points are finalized in advance and cannot be modified for individual guests. If you extend your stay beyond the scheduled program dates, return transportation to the airport will be at your own expense.
Included Meals: Breakfast

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