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The Beautiful Alentejo Beaches (Hybrid Bike Tour) - Guided or Self-Guided Tour
offered by supplier M14710 (view this supplier profile)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 7
- 8
day(s)
Group Size: 2
- 16
people
Destination(s):
Portugal
Specialty Categories:
Bicycle Touring
Cultural Journey
Season: March - November
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: Yes
Minimum Per Person Price: 1040 Euro (EUR)
Maximum Per Person Price: 1560 Euro (EUR)
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««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 south-westernmost point of Continental Europe
9. The gorgeous beaches and beautiful coast of the Algarve region
10. Lagos - the cosmopolitan and the 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. This area boasts a diversity of rare botanical species, with very interesting flora and a variety of maritime birds that nest here. Riding along the trails of these cliffs that belong to this Natural Park, admiring the unique views of the blue ocean and feel the fresh wind in your face is one of the most fantastic feelings that any person can have. In the extreme south point of this tour you will find Cape S. Vicente. This is the south-westernmost point in continental Europe and a passing area for thousands of birds of prey. The tour also goes to Sagres, which is 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  Intermediate. You must be in good shape.
Distance: 213km (133mi)
Average: 53km/day (33mi/day)
Trails: 76% asphalt – 24% off-road
««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), level 2 (+ Beach). Lodging in a small town classified as a Touristic Paradise, near the beach.
» Day 3: The vast fields of vegetable crops – 61km (38mi), level 3 (+ Beach). Lodging in a typical Alentejo country house (Rural Tourism) with a refreshing swimming-pool.
» Day 4: The beautiful beaches at Vicentine Coast – 67km (42mi), level 4 (+ 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: Cape S. Vincent and the coast of Algarve – 46km (29mi), level 3 (+ 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)
PortugalBike Self-Guided Tour: Euro 1050 (Single Suppl. + € 190)
12 ~ 18 June: PortugalBike Guided Tour: Euro 1500 (Single Suppl. + € 220)
PortugalBike Self-Guided Tour: Euro 1100 (Single Suppl. + € 220)
10 ~ 16 July: PortugalBike Guided Tour: Euro 1560 (Single Suppl. + € 270)
PortugalBike Self-Guided Tour: Euro 1160 (Single Suppl. + € 270)
06 ~ 12 November: PortugalBike Guided Tour: Euro 1440 (Single Suppl. + € 180)
PortugalBike Self-Guided Tour: Euro 1040 (Single Supl.+ €180)
=> Prices per person, double bedroom occupancy, 4* quality Hotel.
=> If you want a different date, ask us about prices and availability.
««What does the price of this PortugalBike Tour include?»»
- 7 days with PortugalBike
- Hybrid Bike Tour with a Guide (*)
- Hybrid Bike rental (BH Trekking Sport K30K Silvertip) with helmet
- Transfers from and to Lisbon Airport
- Accommodations (usually a 4 star-quality hotel, double bedroom occupancy)
- 6 Breakfasts
- 4 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 (*)
(*) Not included in Self-Guided Tours
««TESTIMONIALS»»
»»»» We have recently returned from a memorable bicycle tour of the Alentejo arranged by PortugalBike Tours. The west coast of Portugal is extraordinarily beautiful and unspoiled. PortugalBike Tours knows the area intimately and gave huge advantages over "outside tours". Owner and guide Jose and his charming wife Christina are the ultimate hosts. They know the best local inns, restaurants, picnic spots, secluded beaches and scenic views. Their stated goal is to give the best possible holiday and they "deliver" to the highest standard.
= Rebecca & Donald Munnings, Ages: 58 (Mississauga, Ontario – Canada), 2008 =
»»»» Just have to thank you both for setting up the bike trip of a lifetime. The equipment was excellent, the route & GPS took us to places we could NEVER have found ourselves and of course Jose was like an angel, gently guiding and always there to catch us when we fell. We will highly reccommend your company to anyone interested in discovering the heart of Portugal.
= Mary Pat, Age: 54 (Toronto, Ontario – Canada), 2008 =
»»»» I fall asleep at night thinking about some of the beautiful places I saw during my tour along the Alentejo coast. You need to be surprised in life. For me, that's one of the greatest things about travelling. During my Portugal holiday I was constantly surprised by the sights, smells and tastes of your country. It enriched my soul.
= Brien Christie, Age 58 (Toronto, Ontario – Canada), 2008 =
»»»» (...) The tour not only MET my wishes and expectations, it far EXCEEDED them. I loved every bit of it (even having to walk on 2 of the steepest hills), and would do it again "in a heartbeat" as we say here in the USA. (...)The fact that we were hardly ever on a busy road in Portugal increased our enjoyment of the scenery tenfold! (...) Beyond that, I want to add how much I appreciated "the little things" that were actually quite big... like picnic tables in beautiful spots, delicious cheeses, bread, and other treats, luggage waiting for us in the lobby of our hotel, and some of the best dinners I've ever had on a vacation.
= Martha C. Scala (California – U.S.A.), 2007 =
»»»» (...) It was not only beautiful scenery and great biking, but a fantastic culinary experience as well! Portugal Bike is a family run company, and Jose and Cristina were great hosts and guides.
= Maria Pacella (Canada), 2007 =
»»»» (...) We consider ourselves very fortunate to have had Jose as our guide. Not only does he operate an exemplary business but he is a well informed person who willingly shares Portugal's history and culture and he truly cares about the people on his tour. He provides excellent service to his customers. (...) We were so pleased that our tour travelled along the west coast as we saw breathtaking scenery. The cliff colours due to soil variations and the ocean colours and sounds were unbelievable. We were fortunate to bike not only along the coast but across pastoral areas that were green, relaxing, and totally enjoyable. We view ancient fortresses and castles, farmyards, olive groves, and cork trees (...)
= Wesley and Beverley Mazer (Canada) 2006 =
Member discount:
10% discount for InfoHub customer. Request a free gift certificate.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
If you wish a different date, ask us for prices and availability.
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