Porto to Lisbon Cycling Tour
Experience the cities, beaches, and traditional villages of Portugal’s coast on bike
Self-Guided
Porto to Lisbon Cycling Tour Overview
Portugal's coast is a rich and region landscape with so much to offer. Located at the western end of the Iberian Peninsula, the coast boasts unforgettable scenery and a warm Mediterranean climate, making it an ideal location for an adventure-packed cycling tour!
The 8-day Porto to Lisbon Cycling Tour is a self-guided bike tour that will take you through Portugal's most famous cities, contrasted with visits to sleepy beach towns and small traditional villages, where you'll get a sense of authentic Portuguese life and culture.
Discover world-famous UNESCO World Heritage sites, observing magical monasteries and ancient towers. Ride the coast's oceanfront roads, experiencing highlight cities such as Aveir and Figueira da Foz along the way. Cruise alongside orchards and vineyards, taking in the endless majestic beauty that makes this cycling tour the trip of a lifetime.
Discover the endless possibilities of Portugal's coast on bike, collecting memories and fulfilling dreams along the way. The Porto to Lisbon Cycling Tour awaits!
Trip highlights
Indulge your senses with wine tasting and a traditional Fado show in the charismatic city of Lisbon.
Cycle alongside the rice fields and salt pans of Figueira da Foz, where you’ll likely spot the hot pink flamingo.
Challenge yourself as you cycle steep coastline, winning you panoramic views of the sea.
Explore the bustling cities, serene beach towns, and traditional villages that make up the magnificent Portuguese coast.
Day By Day Itinerary
Welcome to Portugal’s second-largest city, Porto! A private transfer will take you from the airport to your accommodations in Porto.
You’ll receive your bike this afternoon and have a bike fitting.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Porto
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- None
You'll ride along the Douro River and then head south along the Coast, mostly on bike paths, with beautiful sandy beaches on your right. You'll find plenty of places to stop and enjoy a snack or a meal, or just savour the stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean!
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Ovar
- Distance:
- 51 km
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Today you'll cycle along the Aveiro lagoon. On the beach of San Jacinto you will cross to Barra Beach using the Fery. You will then find a bike path that will take you to your hotel.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Mira Region
- Distance:
- 65 km
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Another great day of cycling today as you head towards Figueira da Foz. Your trip is full of dune systems covered in pine forests, as you cycle along the Atlantic Coast and up to the Serra da Boa Viagem, with incredible panoramic views. You'll then descend to the lighthouse of Cape Mondego and soon after your hotel
Overnight Location: Hotel in Figueira da Foz
- Distance:
- 55 km
- Meals:
- Breakfast
You will start the day riding along a cycling path that leads you through the Pinhal de Leiria, a pine tree forest planted in the 14th Century. You will pass small beaches, which are like oases in the countryside. On a warm day these beaches are a great break.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Sao Pedro de Moel
- Distance:
- 65 km
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Today you will pass the surfing town of Nazare, famous for some of the biggest waves on earth. You will continue on a charming ride and eventually come to Foz do Arelho, at the confluence of the Obidos Lagoon and the sea.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Foz do Arelho
- Distance:
- 55 km
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Today, your final day of cycling is a short day, allowing you time to explore your destination. You will be leaving the ocean and moving inland, cycling along a beautiful and quiet lagoon. Your last stop will be the town of Obidos, a delightful town with a perfect example of a medieval fortress..
Overnight Location: Hotel in Obidos
- Distance:
- 16 km
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Your cycling tour ends today, and it’s time to say goodbye to the beautiful Portuguese coast!
Overnight Location: None
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Tour Map
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Inclusions
Included
- 7 breakfasts are included on this tour.
- Accommodations for 7 nights are included.
- Personal and luggage transfer to and from the airport is included on this tour. Personal luggage transfers between accommodations are also included.
- 24/7 phone support
- Hybrid bike rental
- GPS App for your phone
- Luggage Transfers
- Bike Rental
Not included
- Flights to and from Portugal
- Visas if required
- Tourist taxes if applicable
- Meals or drinks and snacks not previously mentioned
- Personal equipment
- Fees not mentioned as ‘included’
Optional Extras
- E-bike rental
- Side bags rental
- Single room supplements
- Any additional nights before or after the tour
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FAQ
We rate this tour as a 4/5. You will be cycling up to 90 km daily. All paths are paved and the elevation change is minimal. You should be fit, comfortable on a bike, and used to cycling this distance.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners are included on this tour.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip. Get your Travel Insurance.
You can fly into Porto Airport (OPO), where you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel in Porto.
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
The tour ends in Cascais, where you will be transferred to Lisbon Airport (LIS).
Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. Please bring any additional equipment required.
Yes! Please make sure it is a road bike.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to Portugal for this tour is during the late spring and early fall. During this time, the weather is pleasant but not quite as hot as it can be in the summertime.
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