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About this trip
Discover Lisbon & Enchanting Alentejo: A Cycling Tour Like No Other!
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the captivating region of Alentejo, renowned as one of the best cycling destinations in Portugal! Our Lisbon & Enchanting Alentejo: A Cycling Tour Like No Other promises to live up to its name, delivering an experience that will leave you in awe..
During this remarkable journey, you will stay in charming hotels, each with its unique appeal: an old convent steeped in history or a lovingly restored farming village exuding rustic beauty - both certain to leave a lasting impression on your remarkable journey.
As you pedal along the picturesque routes, the timeless city of Évora, a UNESCO world heritage site, will unfold before your eyes. Journey through small fortified hamlets, echoing the stories of ancient wars against the Moors and Spain. The Spanish border lies just across Alqueva, the largest artificial lake in Europe, adding a touch of allure to the landscape.
The warm-hearted Alentejo people will greet you with their initial shyness, making you feel like an integral part of their community as you savor the delightful flavors of Mediterranean gastronomy. The trip will be enriched by encounters with local artisans skilled in crafting wonders from cork, marble, and olive oil.
And let's not forget about the wine! Alentejo boasts a winemaking tradition that is second to none. Come and indulge your senses as you savor the rich aromas and flavors that have made Alentejo wines famous worldwide.
As you conclude your cycling adventure, the splendor of Lisbon and its surrounding areas will captivate you with their UNESCO heritage sites. You'll be immersed in the rich history and cultural heritage that this incredible city has to offer.
Don't miss the chance to be a part of this extraordinary and diverse journey. Join us now and create memories that will last a lifetime!
Fast Facts
- 8 days; 7 nights
- 5* - 3* hotels - sleep in castles, palaces, convents or farmhouses
- Breakfast included
- 6 meals
- 2 wine tastings
- Bikes, assistance and private guide
- Guided visits, tickets and transfers (when specified in the itinerary section)
• breathtaking landscape adorned with vineyards, olive groves, and majestic cork oaks.
• Pedal through awe-inspiring heritage as you explore the historical center of Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and venture into medieval villages.
• Savor the delights of authentic regional Portuguese gastronomy from the Alentejo, omnipresent at our unique gourmet picnics and thoughtfully selected restaurants, accompanied by the finest wines.
• Embark on a journey to Sintra, a UNESCO Heritage site, where fairytale-like castles and lush landscapes await your discovery.
• Unravel the wonders of Lisbon, a city with a captivating blend of history, culture, and modernity, as you embrace its unique charm and vibrant atmosphere.
* Enhance your experience with our enticing PRE or POST ADD-ON ITINERARIES – just let us know your preferences and make an inquiry today!
About us
Anima Travel is a woman-owned business with a focus on designing meaningful experiences rather than just visiting destinations. We have ready-to-explore trips as well as tailored itineraries all created with our team’s care, passion and knowledge.
Whether you seek luxury or adventure, we meticulously design custom itineraries while prioritizing the environment, collaborating with eco-conscious partners and supporting local businesses for lasting community growth.
Inclusiveness and equality permeate our values—we actively endorse women-owned and LGBTQ+ friendly businesses and brands to ensure all travelers feel welcome and secure.
"Anima," Italian for soul, embodies our mission—creating change beyond single trips and improving the world one journey at a time.
At Anima Travel, you dream, we take you there™
Payments, Refunds & Cancellation Policy
Payments, Refunds & Cancellation will be as follows:
*Deposits are non-refundable/non-transferable to hold your spot on the trip - Starting price is per person based on double room accommodation rate and a minimum of 4 people- For questions related directly to accommodations please reach out to info@animatravel.net
Payment plans are available
*Any changes to the original booking must be confirmed by the person signing the booking form. Any costs or charges, which we incur or which are incurred or levied by our suppliers as a result of the amendment, will be charged to the Client. Whilst every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate changes and additional requests, their availability cannot be guaranteed.
*Cancellation Policy
The Client may cancel the booking at any time provided that the cancellation is communicated to Anima Travel in writing. Cancellation charges will be applied as shown below calculated from the day written notification is received by Anima Travel.
30 days or more 30%
29-21 days 40%
20-18 days 50%
18 days or less 100%
In case part of a booking is cancelled, the remaining party may have to pay additional charges (e.g. under-occupancy, or single-room supplements). Please note, that different cancellation policies will apply for Christmas, New year and Special dates. ** Price subject to change according to availability and season of the year. * Prices in EUROS
What’s included
- Hotels in double roomAccommodation in double room with breakfast
- Maps, route instructions
- Guide
- Accident insurance
- Transfers when indicatedAll transfers specified in the itinerary
- Luggage transferLuggage transfer during the bike tour part of your trip
- Basic bycicle tools
- Support car with guide
- E-Bicycle
- Helmet
- Back rack and pannierback rack and pannier or similar
- Water and fruit
- 3 Lunches3 Lunches at regional restaurant or Picnic lunches
- 3 Dinners with wine3 Dinners with wine at selected restaurants
- 2 Wine tastings2 Wine tasting at selected wineries
- Pear farm visitVisit and tasting at prickly pear farm
- Visit to cork factory
- Visit to pottery factory
- Bones chapel in ÉvoraEntrance fee at Bones chapel in Évora
- Évora's cathedralEntrance fee at Évora's cathedral
- Cycling jersey
- 1st aid assistance
- Vila Viçosa's PalaceEntrance fee at Vila Viçosa's Ducal Palace
- Sintra day tourFull day private tour on Mercedes Benz van visiting the towns of Estoril, Cascais and Sintra
- Lisbon walking tour3 hour walking tour through the highlights of Lisbon
- Transfer Evora - Lisboa
What’s not included
- Extras
- Meals (unless specified)
- Additional tours
- Gratuities
Available Packages
We offer two category of hotels.
Prices start at € 3220 per person, based on a group of four and double bedroom accommodation. Prices may fluctuate until the actual reservation is made since they are based on each hotel's availability.
If you choose São Lourenço do Barrocal - price will be around € 4490 . Price fluctuates according to availability.
If you want to continue cycling from day 5 the itinerary would be:
Day 5
The Sanctuary Route
Cycling from Monsaraz to Vila Viçosa.
The day’s ride will lead to the marble capital of Portugal and one of the biggest in Europe. The marble triangle will mark the landscape for the next bike tour days. The so called white gold is the main economic driver of the region. Its richness is a constant presence in the wide streets and tall buildings. The picnic lunch and the visit to an impressive fortified sanctuary with an interesting tale will close the morning. Then a rare sight over distinct colored lagoons finishing with accommodation in an aristocratic convent.
Distance: 47 kms
Total ascent: 560 mts
Difficulty: medium
Terrain: undulating, with some climbing
Picnic and dinner included
Accommodation: Pousada D. João IV, built in a convent, with swimming pool
Day 6
The Marble Route
Cycling from Vila Viçosa to Estemoz.
Today’s bike tour ride is soft so take this opportunity to taste some local delicacies: Petiscos (Snacks).
From tavern to tavern the ride will delight your senses. The rest of the day will be spent in contemplation and admiration until the doors of Estremoz, the final destination of the journey.
Try to climb up to the marble Donjon tower of the castle of Estremoz! From there the views are impressive!
We cycle back with vineyards and marble quarries by our side and the amazing scenery will make you forget the kilometers on your legs!
Distance: 30 kms
Total ascent: 340 mts.
Difficulty: easy
Terrain: undulating, with some climbing to the castle
Lunch, consisting on several Petiscos/snacks and dinner included
Accommodation: Pousada de Estremoz
Day 7
Your trip comes to an end today. We hope you have enjoyed it and will travel with us again soon.
Transfer to Lisbon airport.
The price for this tour is € 3515 a person. If you would rather stay at SAO LOURENCO DO BARROCAL price will be around € 4690 (subject to fluctuation depending on date. Once you confirm your interest for São Lourenço do Barrocal we will 'recheck' them as this hotel's prices may change until you are ready to pay). As soon as you tell us which hotel you want we will ask for final price.
Add a pre or post Lisbon & Surroundings itinerary.
Add-on includes:
- transfer to Lisbon and drop off at your hotel.
- three nights in a 4-star hotel category (LX Boutique Hotel or similar depending on availability);
- Full day private tour on Mercedes Benz van visiting Sintra, Cascais & Estoril as well as other beautiful sightseeing places along the way.
- Walking tour around beautiful Lisbon
Itinerary
Transfer to Évora, classified by UNESCO as World Heritage Site.
Meeting in city center for a 2-hour bike tour in Évora + riding to hotel.
Dinner included at the hotel.
Accommodation: Convento do Espinheiro 15th century recovered convent OR Hotel Mar de Ar Aqueduto (or similar hotel)