18 - 54 km
400 - 1.000 m
8 Days & 7 Nights
1.350 EUR
Incredible landscapes classified as UNESCO World Heritage sites
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Douro Valley by Bike
The oldest demarked wine region, ready to be discovered.
The Douro wine region is the oldest demarked zone for the production of grapes in the entire world. Apart from its legacy, the region is also one of extreme beauty and stunning landscapes, making for one amazing ride! You will start by cycling through the immense Douro valleys, headed to a spectacular display of vineyard terraces. Once you have arrived here, you will find yourself surrounded by wine-producing villages with stunning and endless views over all the wine terraces. As the sun sets and the day comes to an end, you will have the pleasure of resting on a vineyard. The Douro region is a reflection of its proud people who live a traditional lifestyle, dedicating their time and will to producing the highest quality wine.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Tour Information
SELF-GUIDED 2022 PRICES
Low Season1.350 EUR
Single Room+ 540 EUR
04 Jan - 28 Mar
29 Oct - 15 Dec
Medium Season1.550 EUR
Single Room+ 720 EUR
29 Mar - 10 Apr
18 Apr - 26 Apr
High Season1.700 EUR
Single Room+ 820 EUR
10 Apr - 17 Apr
27 May - 28 Oct
Single Room
Price Notes
• prices per person for a minimum of 2 people in double/twin room
• solo traveler supplement on request
Included and Optional Services
Bikes
Hybrid Bike UNISEX
Includes: handlebar bag, rear bag, rear rack, pedals, spare tubes, helmet, water bottle, tools, and pump.
Portugal Nature Trails120 EUR
E-Bike UNISEX
Includes: handlebar bag, rear bag, rear rack, pedals, spare tubes, helmet, water bottle, tools, and pump.
Portugal Nature Trails240 EUR
Carbon Road Bike UNISEX
Includes: handlebar bag, pedals, spare tubes, helmet, water bottle, tools, and pump.
Portugal Nature Trails210 EUR
Itinerary
Transfer from Porto to Vidago
Upon your arrival, our guide will welcome and receive you at the Porto Airport.
From here, he will drive you to the hotel in Vidago. This is a very special little town, which was known for an interesting reason! In the late 19th century, Vidago was a center for the treatment of mineral waters. It was believed that some minerals contained in this "special" Vidago water had some healing properties that helped with digestive issues. You will have the pleasure of staying at the famous Vidago Palace, a popular retreat for some Portuguese monarchs back in the early 20th century due to the popularity of its waters.
Bike from Vidago to Vila Real
A day full of beautiful landscapes and typical northern villages awaits you!
The majority of this spectacular ride will be along an old railway. This will take you through some old and abandoned train stations, creating a nostalgic feeling like no other! Halfway through the route in Vila Pouca de Aguiar, the railway joins the Corgo River, which has its source here and is one of the affluents of the Douro River. After following the railway until Vila Real, you will arrive at a charming, eco-friendly country estate. This will be your resting spot for the night.
Bike from Vila Real to Sabrosa
Today, you will be riding through the mountains of the Douro region.
During your journey, you will find some small, isolated, and rustic villages, hidden in the middle of the Douro mountains seeming as if they were lost in time. After this, you will pass by the Mamoa de Madorras, an old tumulus dating back to the Bronze Age, as well as a pretty chapel known as the chapel of Nossa Senhora da Azinheira. Following this, you will then arrive at São Martinho da Anta. This little iconic town is the birthplace of Miguel Torga, one of the greatest Portuguese writers of the 20th century. Lastly, but not least, you will be arriving in Sabrosa, the hometown of the ever-famous Ferdinand Magellan, who was the first person (along with his crew) to circumnavigate the earth! This will be your home for the night!
Bike from Sabrosa to Pinhão
Today, you will be swooped and mesmerized once more by the unique Douro landscapes and what we consider to be their true beauty.
This starts halfway through the route, during a long and scenic descent, in which you will find yourself surrounded by growing vines and have clear views with interesting angles of the Douro River. You will also pass by extremely characterful villages, such as Covas do the Douro. These villages depend entirely on wine production in the region and have so for many years. As the ride comes to an end, you will arrive at the picturesque town of Pinhão, famous for its immersing landscapes and views and home to the historic Pinhão train station. The sights of today are guaranteed to fill your senses and remain in all of your memories for a long time to come!
Bike Pinhão Loop
This day is reserved to explore the surroundings of Pinhão and its gorgeous landscapes.
Landscapes that were classified as UNESCO World Heritage site. We will present you with two different possible routes with varying difficulty, both of which will pass through wine estates and typical Douro villages. On the lounger route, you will encounter Favaios Village, known for its Moscatel wine, but also its archeological marks, stately homes, religious monuments, and absolutely mouth-watering cuisine. As you return and descend to Pinhão along the river, you will realize why this is one of the most beautiful wine-growing regions.
Bike from Pinhão to Peso da Régua
Today you can cycle directly from Pinhão or take an immersive train journey from to Covelinhas.
As the day before, you will have different options in terms of routes. A moment of absolute serenity and peace. Once you arrive at Covelinhas, you will start riding on a panoramic route that follows the river and its scenery. The longer one has a hard elevation gain in between valleys. The short track runs upstream through the Corgo Valley alongside the Corgo River. Both of the routes end with an easy descent towards Peso da Régua where we recommend that you visit the Douro Museum before crossing the river on an old and charming bridge and arriving at your accommodation, a wine-producing estate. What better way could there be to end the day of riding than a wonderful session of wine tasting?
Bike Peso da Régua Loop
This will be your last in the Douro region, and it will be an amazing one.
You will once again have the option of two different routes, which are pretty similar in terms of difficulty. The first option will be to ride alongside the Douro River on a beautifully paved road. The second will involve heading up the mountain towards Lamego, an old city full of monuments and interesting history to discover. One the most renowned sites are the chapel of São Pedro de Balsemão (the second oldest chapel in Europe) and the Cathedral of Nossa Senhora da Assunção. Both of the routes today are prepared to deliver astounding landscapes filled with blue and green of the river and vines, adding one more memory to take back home with you.
Transfer from Peso da Régua to Porto
As they say, all good things must come to an end, and that day has come.
Today you have a transfer to Porto airport. However, there is an optional possibility to make your way there on a river cruise, and end your visit to the Douro region on a high note. We hope you come back to discover some more of Portugal's Nature Trails!
Alternative (on request)
A 35-minute transfer will take you to Peso da Régua where you will take a fantastic cruise back to the magical city of Porto. It is a wonderful boat ride, and the views are truly inspiring. You will spend the day cruising the river back into the main city and admiring the surroundings of the river bank. Appetizers and lunch will be served on board while you enjoy the view! Arrive in Porto and our guide will take you to the airport and wish you a safe flight home.