ALENTEJO
- Rodrigo Zanella
- Dec 7, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Jan 27
THE WINES, THE CASTLES, THE FOOD...
ABOUT THIS TRIP
We’ll explore Portugal’s rural heartland, cycling through medieval villages, castles, and lush landscapes. We’ll savor a mix of Michelin-starred dining and authentic local cuisine, best enjoyed at a slower pace.
Our journey begins in Évora, a historic town with the sinister Chapel of Bones. From here, we’ll ride along scenic bike lanes that once served as railways. The wineries we visit—ranging from a medieval building to a modern bunker—offer exceptional wines, blending tradition and innovation.
Luxury meets history as we visit castles, stay in one once home to royalty, and explore a horse farm where the Lusitano breed thrives. Our adventure culminates in Marvão, a hilltop town with panoramic views that inspired Nobel Prize-winning author José Saramago to declare, 'From Marvão, you can see the whole world.'
THE TRIP AT GLANCE
Best months:
April, May, June, September, October, November
Start location:
Lisbon
Finish location:
Lisbon
Distances and elevation:
Total: 295 kms, average 55 kms
Maximum in one day: 62 kms
Accommodation:
36 nights included (4 and 5 stars hotels),
7 days of activities
Suitable bikes
E-Bike
Gravel
MTB
Road
Terrain and difficulty level
Paved, gravel
Very Easy
WHAT WIL BE PROVIDED?
Included
- Guide
- MTB/ Trekking bike (E-bike @ EUR 190 add on)
- 6 nights with breakfast, double room (single room, @ EUR 390 add on)
- water, fruits, nuts during the ride
- trip jersey and bottle
- luggage transfer and support van
- Insurance for bike accidents
- Transfer from and back to Lisbon
Not included
- lunches and dinners
WHEN? HOW MUCH?
Private group (dates chosen upon availability)
4-6 participants: EUR 2.190
7-9 participants: EUR 1.780
9+ participants: EUR 1.650
Self-guided:
EUR 1.490 (bikes + hotels + route planning)
Add ons:
EUR 520 (transfers to and from end points)
EUR 189 (E-bikes)
SHORTER OPTION
4 days, 3 nights - the essentials
4-6 participants: EUR 1.390
7-9 participants: EUR 1.240
9+ participants: EUR 1.140
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