42 - 65 km
100 - 500 m
7 Days & 6 Nights
1.280 EUR
Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site
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Porto, Coimbra & Silver Coast
Cycle through nature, discover the coast and the best of Coimbra!
The Silver Coast Tour follows the coastline from northern to central Portugal. The route starts at Porto, a vibrant city full of history and culture to unveil. It is a renowned place for its Port wine, cellars, and the historical center classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. On the way, you'll cross the São Jacinto Dunes Natural Reserve and Ria de Aveiro, on the estuary of Vouga River, which marks this region and follows you to Aveiro, our little Venice with its typical Moliceiro boats. As you head further south, the route will cross pine tree forests and the dunes, allowing you to enjoy a quiet atmosphere. Last but not least at all, stop in Coimbra. The first capital of Portugal but most known for its University History, classified by UNESCO as a world heritage in 2013.
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SELF-GUIDED 2026 PRICES
Low Season1.280 EUR
Single Room+ 460 EUR
04 Jan - 26 Mar
27 Oct - 15 Dec
Medium Season1.450 EUR
Single Room+ 620 EUR
06 Apr - 26 Apr
16 Oct - 26 Oct
High Season1.540 EUR
Single Room+ 640 EUR
27 Apr - 26 Jun
Special Season1.580 EUR
Single Room+ 670 EUR
27 Mar - 05 Apr
27 Jun - 15 Oct
Price Notes
• prices per person for a minimum of 2 people in double/twin room
• solo traveler supplement on request
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Bikes
E-Bike UNISEX
Includes: handlebar bag, rear bag, rear rack, pedals, spare tubes, helmet, water bottle, tools, and pump.
Portugal Nature Trails315 EUR
Carbon Road Bike UNISEX
Includes: handlebar bag, pedals, spare tubes, helmet, water bottle, tools, and pump.
Portugal Nature Trails280 EUR
Carbon Gravel Bike UNISEX
Includes: handlebar bag, pedals, spare tubes, helmet, water bottle, tools, and pump.
Portugal Nature Trails350 EUR
Itinerary
Arrival in Porto
Welcome to Porto!
Our guide will transfer you from the airport to the hotel in Porto, this amazing city filled with something mystical and difficult to describe. It is for your own eyes to see! Take the rest of the day off to experience the city, taste the food, reach the sightseeing spots, and interact with the lovely people. This is where your journey begins!
Cycle from Porto to Furadouro
Your adventure begins!
Starting from the old Porto, crossing the Dom Luís Bridge, which has a spectacular view over the Douro River. Cycle on calm and serene roads close to the sea. On the way, you will cross several small beaches like Valadares, Francelos, and Miramar by cycling on a path near the coastline. Although the water might be too cold for some, these beaches are a great spot to swim and enjoy the sun (if the weather conditions allow it!). Miramar Beach is worth a stop to visit a small and intriguing little chapel sitting on the top of a boulder by the shore - the famous Capela do Senhor da Pedra.
Cycle from Furadouro to Aveiro
Another fresh day by the sea!
You will have magnificent pine tree forests to cross and easy, flat roads to enjoy leading you to Ria de Aveiro. The Ria de Aveiro is a shallow coastal lagoon connected to the Atlantic Ocean. Its unique mesotidal wetland area has several branches forming islands and is an absolute pleasure to ride along to. You will then arrive at the dune system of São Jacinto, an incredible natural reserve home to many valuable species and the perfect place to watch some wildlife! At last, this is where you will catch the ferry that will take you to our own little Portuguese Venice, Aveiro.
Cycle from Aveiro to Praia de Mira
Discover the preserved traditions of Portugal!
As you leave Aveiro, you will head down a path that crosses a land of ponds, where salt is extracted by an old traditional method passed down through generations. As you head on, you will arrive at a dock in which you can view the harbor and some old codfish boats. After, you will cross the main bridge and arrive in Barra Village. From here, you will follow south through a bicycle path that avoids the open road and traffic. The scenery during this route will be from the Ria itself. However, as you arrive at the end, the landscape will change into small fields and vegetable gardens until Mira Beach.
Cycle from Praia de Mira to Coimbra
Prepare yourself to discover Portugal’s medieval capital - Coimbra!
This day starts on gravel roads, taking you through villages and towns until you reach the Mondego River, which will guide you to the heart of Coimbra. This charming city was the first capital of Portugal, and the first University was placed there in 1537, where many Portuguese writers, doctors, philosophers, and scientists studied throughout the times. University of Coimbra - Alta and Sofia was built in the Royal Palace of Alcáçova, a historical place full of charm, beauty, and heritage, as the 12th-century Cathedral of Santa Cruz, several 16th-century colleges, the Joanine Library with a baroque decor, or the 18th-century Botanical Garden. There is a lot to see and explore around Coimbra!
Cycle from Coimbra to Figueira da Foz
Admire an amazing castle!
After a delicious breakfast, cycle through agricultural lands and villages to later arrive in Montemor-o-Velho town. Overlook the river from its little hill known as Monte Maior, fortified for at least 2000 years. As you reach Montemor-o-Velho, an imposing castle will appear. It is one of the oldest castles in Portugal and was the main fortress of Low Mondego during Medieval times. While exploring the castle and other important monuments, don't forget to sample the local "espigas doces" (typical cakes of Montemor). Enjoy the view from the top, take a deep breath, and ride towards Figueira da Foz to enjoy a relaxing afternoon on the seaside.
Departure from Figueira da Foz
This is it!
The day has come to take back all the incredible memories you have made and new and 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.
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VAFamily0f5 –
This was our first self guided bike tour – 3 days from Porto to Monte Real. Booking was easy – they were very flexible with dates and duration – bikes (not electric) were quality (Scott Addict) – routes were thoughtfully selected (very bike friendly with little traffic and beautiful scenery) – hotels were nice, with delicious, generous breakfast and support staff was very responsive (no mechanical issues for us, just a couple of questions that got quick replies). Our main contact, Victor, was super helpful and friendly- I don’t think there was room for any improvement!