7 days tour

Porto & The Green Coast

Porto & The Green Coast

This tour includes:

Accommodation

6 NIGHTS LODGING on Double / Twin Room

Meals

Breakfasts included

Insurance

Liability and personal accidents INSURANCE

Transport

ARRIVAL TRANSFER from PORTO to first Hotel DEPARTURE TRANSFER from last Hotel to PORTO

Others

PRE DEPARTURE INFORMATION PACK. (Travel Check list, General Travel Information about Portugal) WELCOME BRIEFING Personalized BIKE FITTING at Tour start DIGITAL INFORMATION BOOK made available before Tour start. (Daily Information, Daily Maps, Restaurant recommendations, etc.) LUGGAGE TRANSFER from Hotel to Hotel on every day of the Tour. (depending on Hotel change) LOCAL SUPPORT NUMBER (Contact us during the Tour for any kind of question) NAVIGATION APP

Not included:

Flights

Guide

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Others

All non-mentioned Services or Activities Picnics Lunches Dinners Drinks Tips City Taxes At some locations there might be a tourist tax (0-3โ‚ฌ per Person / Night). Payable only locally in cash

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Itinerary of your trip Porto & The Green Coast

  • Day 1 Arrival In Porto
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrival In Porto

      Welcome to Portugal!

      You will have a transfer to Valenรงa do Minho. After you complete your check-in, a comprehensive information pack and the bikes will be handed to you (with final adjustments tailored for your preferences).

      Valenรงa town is waiting to be discovered so if you still have time, take a stroll in the old center. Also, donโ€™t forget to see the old fortress!


  • Day 2 Bike Valenรงa Do Minho Loop
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Bike Valenรงa Do Minho Loop

        Following the River and following the border. 

      Born in Spain and finishing in Portugal, the beautiful River Minho always served as a border between these two countries. Start your day by following a small portion of its 340km in length and admire the incredible nature around it. Moncao itโ€™s your next destination and visiting the Castle of Moncao is a must. Now it is time to circle your way around and back to Valenรงa. On your way, you will see the traditional houses of the north and you will have the possibility to visit the Palacio of Breijoeira in Pinheiros. 

  • Day 3 Bike From Valenรงa Do Minho To Viana Do Castelo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Bike From Valenรงa Do Minho To Viana Do Castelo

      When descending from the fortress, the road will meet the river shore until Vila Nova de Cerveira.

      The views over the river are calm and peaceful and it will mostly be a relaxed bike ride until Cerveira. Vila Nova de Cerveira is an important art center in the north of Portugal. Every two years there is a very important art festival that takes place in the town. Apart from this interesting event, there is an enticing town center, a castle and the surrounding narrow steets. To arrive at Caminha town you will have to ride on a path that goes by the Minho river outside Cerveira. After a while,  you will start to pass through villages and other rural areas. Shortly we finally arrive to the ocean and you will pass by several beaches until you arrive to Viana do Castelo.

  • Day 4 Bike From Viana Do Castelo To Ponte De Lima
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Bike From Viana Do Castelo To Ponte De Lima

      Prepare for a long day following the coastline until Viana do Castelo.

      Donโ€™t forget to visit Viana do Castelo before you leave, the most characteristic city of Minho region. At the top there is Santa Lucia Church can be reached via road(bike) or Funicular, part of every postcard. It is a vibrant place full of cafes and restaurants. The pedestrian streets are still full of life and small little shops. When you leave Viana do Castelo, by the northern margin of the Lima River you will encounter a cycling path that leads you to Ponte de Lima, but first you will traverse the natural land of Lagos de Bretiandes, a lagoon well know for bird-lovers. 

  • Day 5 Bike From Ponte De Lima To Esposende
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Bike From Ponte De Lima To Esposende

      This day will take you back to the Atlantic Coast. 


      As you make your way back to the ocean, you will ride along the southern margin of the Lima River and arrive at the Gustave Eiffel bridge near Viana do Castelo. As you follow part of the Santiago alternative path, you will pass several villages and arrive the Neiva River. A river that you will cross like a pilgrim, on none other but a Spartan bridge! An absolute delight. By the bottom of the hill and after passing through two villages, you will arrive at Esposende - a nice beautiful town at the river mouth of the Cavado. Nowadays, itโ€™s a beachtown with a beautiful coastline front, lighthouse and a port from the 17th century. A good place to enjoy a sunny afternoon and relax. 

  • Day 6 Bike From Esposende To Porto
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Bike From Esposende To Porto

      The longest day of cycling awaits you! Leave Esposende by a bridge to Fao, entering the Northern Littoral Natural Park. 

      While following the dunes, you will be delighted by the peace, tranquility and beauty of these lands. Once you get to the beach front you will cross to Povoa do Varzim and Vila do Conde. The fishing port of Povoa is the busiest in the north of Portugal. In contrast to this, Vila do Conde has a smaller port but carries the historical legacy of being the place where vessels were once built during the era of the discoveries in the 14th and 15th century. Continue cycling on the lane and you will reach the mighty Douro River and soon the center that is classified as UNESCO World Heritage. 

  • Day 7 Departure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Departure

      This is it! All good things must come to an end. 


      Itโ€™s time to put all the incredible memories that you have made in your luggage and say your last goodbyes. It has been a great adventure and we truly want you to come back and discover more of Portugalโ€™s Nature Trails! 

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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