The Alentejo-Portugal Cycling Tour

Today we have an easy bike ride across the rolling plains and visit prehistoric dolmens and cave paintings on route to Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage City. Join us this afternoon on a walking tour of the city’s Moorish streets and architectural treasures which includes the Roman temple of Diana, the Cathedral, and the Lóios Convent.

Bike through the Redondo wine region, stopping to tour and taste the wines at the Roquevale vineyards. We also make time to stop and shop for colorful local pottery.

Free day to explore Vila Viçosa, where local white marble is found on every building from the simplest home to the Paço Ducal. A guided tour of the 16th-century palace or an optional cycling loop that leads to a ruin of a medieval castle which overlooks the Rio Guadiana and the Spanish frontier are part of today’s plan.

Morning ride to Estremoz, a classic market town with a charming Old Quarter. Vineyards, cork groves, and fields of wheat line our route.

Easy loop ride to the pretty villages of Alter do Chão and Crato. En route we’ll tour the Coudelaria de Alter, a royal stud farm established 250 years ago to protect the Lusitanian breed.

Cycle to Castelo de Vide, famed for its medieval castle, Renaissance-era fountains, and ancient Jewish quarter. Our final bike ride climbs through the forests to Marvão, truly the “highlight” of the Alentejo! Breathtaking sunset views, farewell dinner celebration tonight and a last chance to relive our biking days together in the Alentejo!