36 - 68 km
200 - 1.300 m
7 Days & 6 Nights
950 EUR
National Park of Peneda - Gerês
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Peneda Gerês National Park
Cycle through the most unspoiled National Park of Portugal!
People say that you’ve never seen the true Portugal if you don’t visit the wonderful Minho region. With such an untouched nature and charming northern cities, it is a gem that not everyone gets to know. You’ll be able to do just that, starting with the most beautiful national park of Portugal, Peneda - Gerês, known for its lush green forests, endemic flora and fauna, and of course crystal clear waterfalls. City after city, the traditional architecture and the typical local food are going to delight you, and of course, the welcoming people of Minho will make you feel at home. There is nothing better than doing what you love while really getting to know a country.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Tour Information
SELF-GUIDED 2022 PRICES
Low Season950 EUR
Single Room+ 320 EUR
04 Jan - 28 Mar
29 Oct - 15 Dec
Medium Season1.050 EUR
Single Room+ 370 EUR
29 Mar - 10 JApr
18 Apr - 26 Jun
High Season1.150 EUR
Single Room+ 420 EUR
11 Apr - 17 Apr
27 Jun - 26 Sep
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 Trails100 EUR
E-Bike UNISEX
Includes: handlebar bag, rear bag, rear rack, pedals, spare tubes, helmet, water bottle, tools, and pump.
Portugal Nature Trails200 EUR
Itinerary
Transfer from Porto to Gerês
Welcome to Portugal!
On your first day, you will be greeted by our guide at the airport and transferred to your first accommodation. Enjoy the marvelous view of the River Cávado and the National Park of Peneda - Gerês and prepare for the riding days to come.
Bike from Gerês to Arcos de Valdevez
Immerse yourself in Gerês beauty!
The best way to start your first day is to truly take advantage of this beautiful National Park. In the morning, after a short transfer to Campo do Gerês village (30 minutes), start to ride a tiny road that crosses the mountain and passes by several little granitic villages. Close to the end, follow the river Vez to the delightful town of Arcos de Valdevez, a true representative of the Minho region. Green landscapes, crystal clear waters of its river, and a charming architecture full of history, this is what you will find if you still have time to explore the town.
Bike the Arcos de Valdevez Loop
This loop day will take you to the amazing Soajo Village and once again to the green mountains.
There are only a few roads that pass in the mountains located close to Valdevez, and we will take a route that contours this area and follow the River Lima, going upstream. Halfway you find the charming town of Soajo, and it will seem like the time stood still. The granite streets and houses, the immaculate nature, and the friendly people are part of a closely untouched northern Portugal and it is not hard to imagine how one hundred years ago they lived in a community following their own rules and activities.
Bike from Arcos de Valdevez to Valença do Minho
Meet the River Minho, the natural border between Portugal and Spain.
It is time to roam north following a path that once again will show you some traditional little villages and crossing the mountain that takes you to the border of Portugal and Galicia / Spain. Here you find the river Minho, which gives the name to the region and makes it such a prosperous place. Now you’ll follow a beautiful bike lane by the river to the medieval town of Valença do Minho.
Bike from Valença do Minho to Viana do Castelo
The Atlantic Ocean welcomes you to the coastline.
What a beautiful ride awaits you today. The river is your guide as you follow west on the Portuguese side of the border to the nice town of Caminha. Here is where the river meets the ocean, and you’ll see the coast for the first time. The fresh breeze will accompany you as you go south towards Viana do Castelo, known for its maritime and shipbuilding history and maintaining like no one its traditions like the typical costumes, jewelry, architecture, and dishes.
Bike from Viana do Castelo to Ponte de Lima
The last day, always following the River Lima.
If you wandered through Viana do Castelo, you’ll probably saw the river Lima by now. Just like yesterday, you are lucky enough to have a gravel cycle lane that pursues the river until it reaches the medieval town of Ponte de Lima. One of the oldest cities of the country and full of character, here you can enjoy your last day and visit the monuments, plazas and parks and of course the famous Roman bridge that gives name to the city. Enjoy your last day!
Transfer from Ponte de Lima to Porto
That's it! The day has come to take back all the incredible memories you have made and new interesting things you discovered.
It has most definitely been a great adventure and, we truly want you to come back and discover some more of Portugal's Nature Trails.