|
|
The Beautiful Alentejo Beaches (Mountain Bike Tour) - Guided Tour
offered by supplier M14710 (view this supplier profile)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 7
day(s)
Group Size: 2
- 16
people
Destination(s):
Portugal
Specialty Categories:
Bicycle Touring
Wildlife Viewing
Season: March - November
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: Yes
Minimum Per Person Price: 1440 Euro (EUR)
Maximum Per Person Price: 1560 Euro (EUR)
|
|
««TOUR HIGHLIGHTS»»
1. The Natural Park of SW Alentejo and Vicentine Coast
2. The most preserved coast all over Europe
3. Tasty fresh fish of the Atlantic Coast
4. Vast fields of vegetable crops
5. The beautiful cliffs of Vicentine Coast
6. The limpid and clear water of the sea
7. Cape S. Vicente - the birds and the sunset into the Atlantic Ocean
8. Sagres - the southwestern-most town of Continental Europe
9. The gorgeous beaches and the beautiful coast of the Algarve region
10. Lagos - the cosmopolitan and oldest town in the Algarve
««SUMMARY»»
SW Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park extends itself along the Portuguese coast and is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. This SW landscape is 300 million years old and it is one of the most preserved landscapes all over Europe; human intervention has been less visible throughout its history. Once submerged (about 2 million years ago), this is a vast area with many different coastal habitats and countless beaches and cliffs. Our daily tours include going to the wonderful beaches of this Natural Park and taking a swim in the clear, blue sea. Cliffs are steep, almost 100m high and right above the ocean. Countless rocks and isolated islets complete this beautiful and unique scenery. You will see the islet of Pessegueiro, a short distance out to sea, which has archaeological findings that date back to the Iron Age and Roman times. This area boasts a diversity of rare botanical species, with very interesting flora and a variety of maritime birds that nest here. Cape S. Vicente is a passing area for thousands of birds of prey. The tour also goes to Sagres, which is the south-westernmost point in continental Europe, the place from where our brave forefathers sailed on their caravels seeking new peoples and continents. Finally, you will visit some of the beaches of our famous Algarve including the cosmopolitan city of Lagos. This is one of the oldest towns in Algarve. We can still see evidence of the wall surrounding the town for protection. Lagos also has an old fort and its former Slave Market is now an art gallery.
««TECHNICAL DATA»»
Class: LANDSCAPE TOUR
Region of Portugal: Alentejo and Algarve (coast)
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights / 4 days cycling / 1 day rest
Begin: Sines (Alentejo)
End: Lagos (Algarve)
Overall difficulty level: 1 2 3 4 5  Advanced. You are fit and in good shape
Distance: 232km (143mi)
Average: 58km/day (36mi/day)
Trails: 62% off-road – 38% asphalt
««PROGRAMME»»
» Day 1: Arrival – Welcome at Lisbon airport. 2H00 drive to Sines followed by dinner. Lodging in a 4* charming Hotel where you can find numerous references to Portugal’s greatest navigator “Vasco da Gama”.
» Day 2: The typical houses in Alentejo Coast – 39km (24mi), 340m ac. gain, level 2 (+ Beach). Lodging in a small town classified as a Touristic Paradise, near the beach.
» Day 3: The vast fields of vegetable crops – 65km (40mi), 670m ac. gain, level 4 (+ Beach). Lodging in a typical Alentejo country house (Rural Tourism) where a refreshing swimming-pool is waiting for you.
» Day 4: The beautiful Beaches at Vicentine Coast – 81km (50mi), 900m ac. gain, level 5 (+ Beach). Lodging in a 4* new hotel with swimming-pool, surrounded by stunning deserted beaches and the wild nature of an unforgettable beauty.
» Day 5: FREE day. Visit to Sagres, its Fortress and beaches. Lodging in a 4* new hotel with swimming-pool, surrounded by stunning deserted beaches and the wild nature of an unforgettable beauty.
» Day 6: The Coast of Algarve – 47km (29mi), 870m ac. gain, level 4 (+ Beach). Lodging in a 4* hotel with swimming-pool, that epitomises the Algarve culture, with blue and white corridors which link the rooms, patios, restaurants and bar.
» Day 7: Departure – Farewell at Lisbon airport. 3H00 drive to airport.
««DATES AND PRICES FOR 2010»»
13 ~ 19 March: PortugalBike Guided Tour: Euro 1450 (Single Suppl. + € 190)
12 ~ 18 June: PortugalBike Guided Tour: Euro 1500 (Single Suppl. + € 220)
10 ~ 16 July: PortugalBike Guided Tour: Euro 1560 (Single Suppl. + € 270)
06 ~ 12 November: PortugalBike Guided Tour: Euro 1440 (Single Suppl. + € 180)
=> Prices per person, double bedroom occupancy, 4* quality Hotel.
=> If you want a different date, ask us about prices and availability.
««COST INCLUDES»»
- 7 days with PortugalBike
- Mountain Bike Tour with a Guide
- Mountain Bike rental (BH A60k Expert Disc) with helmet and backpack
- Transfers from and to Lisbon Airport
- Accommodations (usually a 4 star-quality hotel, double bedroom occupancy)
- 6 Breakfasts
- 3 nourishing and energetic picnics
- 4 Dinners (including our famous wines, our amazing cheeses and lovely desserts)
- Daily energy-bars and water
- Luggage transport from Inn to Inn
- Car connections at some stages (when necessary)
- Documentation about PortugalBike Tour
- Liability Insurance
- Personal Accident Insurance
- Techno-Mechanical Assistance
- First-Aid assistance on location
- Permanent Backup Vehicle
Member discount:
10% discount for InfoHub customer. Request a free gift certificate.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Also see tour packages in:
Europe
Portugal
Outdoor: Land Rambler
Bicycle Touring
Wildlife Viewing
Email it to a friend:
Click here to email this vacation to a friend
|
|
|
|
, ext: 14710
