Portugal: Porto, the Silver Coast & Lisbon
Self-Guided Biking
- Daily Mileage: 15-40 miles|
- Biking: 2-5 hours|
Starting From
10-day Air Package
$4,895
7-day Bike Tour Only
$3,795
Per person, double occupancy
Portugal: Porto, the Silver Coast & Lisbon
If you’re looking for an independent cycling vacation featuring warm Portuguese hospitality, this action-packed self-guided itinerary is it! Explore Portugal’s Silver Coast from Porto to Lisbon—pausing in authentic seaside villages to take a refreshing dip in the Atlantic’s azure waters, or savoring an included dinner showcasing delectable Portuguese cuisine. From the moment you meet your VBT Local host for an orientation and bike-fitting session, you’ll be on your own timetable—cycling from inn to inn, arriving to find your luggage already waiting for you. Linger on the beach at Nazaré, catching a glimpse of its record-breaking waves—or enjoy a vibrant sunset in the historic town of Óbidos with its ancient hilltop castle. With this invigorating self-guided tour of the Portuguese coast, you set the pace of your discovery—with 24/7 local VBT support if you need it.
Tour Highlights
- Stay in diverse locales, from the spa town of Monte Real to the old fishing village of São Pedro Moel
- Cycle along the Silver Coast’s sandy beaches framed by Atlantic waves, pine and cork forests, and stunning rural landscapes
- Indulge in Portugal’s delicious fresh seafood, enticing pastries, espresso, and affordable, excellent wines
- Spend the night exploring the medieval walled city of Óbidos after day trippers have left
- Visit Alcobaça’s Gothic monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site, founded by Portugal’s first king in the 12th century
Positive Impact
VBT is proud to support Wine to Water with a donation on behalf of each guest on this tour. Wine to Water is an international organization providing access to clean drinking water and emergency supplies in water-challenged regions. We believe in giving back to the places that have enriched the lives of our guests. We’re committed to identifying and supporting sustainable initiatives in a variety of areas including education, world health, economic equality, safe drinking water, the environment, and the preservation of cultural traditions.
What to Expect
This tour offers a combination of easy terrain and moderate hills and is ideal for beginning and experienced cyclists. Rides are on relatively flat paved roads and bike lanes. Expect more undulating terrain when crossing the small hills separating the Atlantic coast from the rolling interior. You will encounter some traffic when entering and exiting historic town centers and beachside bike paths and lanes. Please verify your bike selection for this tour, as it is not always possible to change bikes once you arrive on tour. Travel with your friends and family—we can accommodate multiple guests on this self-guided vacation. Our 24/7 support system is available as needed.
- Daily Mileage: 15-40 miles|
- Biking: 2-5 hours|
Cyclists
System
Air Package |
Tour Only |
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Roundtrip international airfare |
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Detailed information for your independent travel to/from arrival and departure airports |
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One night in Porto and one night in Lisbon in conveniently located hotels with daily breakfast |
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6 nights in town-center boutique hotels and countryside spa hotels |
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7 meals: 6 breakfasts, 1 dinner |
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Transportation from Porto centrally located hotel to first hotel in Monte Real (two-hour drive) |
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Transportation from last hotel in Óbidos to central Lisbon (one-hour drive) |
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Puncture-Protected Tires |
Electric-Assisted Bicycle (E-bike)
See More >Road Bicycle (Carbon frame)
See More >Step-Through (Mixte Hybrid) Comfort Bicycle
See More >Step-Over (Diamond) Comfort Bicycle
See More >Self-Guided Biking Packages Include:
Custom VBT bike with puncture-protected tires
Welcome orientation and bike fitting
Luggage transportation
Ride with GPS and daily route notes
VBT Road Book with destination information
24/7 emergency support from local host
Helmet, bike bag, and tool kit
Your choice of VBT branded gear for your adventure
Accommodations (Please Note: Days are based on the Air Package Itinerary. Accommodations may vary depending on departure date. )
Absolutely epic trip! VBT Staff was great from the moment we booked the trip and throughout. Our accommodations were amazing in every city we rode into. Our luggage was always there before we were which was awesome. GPS app on the self-guided tour were perfect. We had perfect weather, which also really attributed to the amazing time we had.
Epic Trip!
What an amazing bike trip with my sister! We were blown away by all the incredible sights we have seen along the way. The quaint beach towns, the sound of the waves crashing against the shore, and the beautiful fruit farms. The tranquil challenging routes that VBT chose have been so nice and peaceful and then arriving in a great town for lunch and shopping. VBT thought of everything--they chose perfectly placed hotels and towns along with great riding routes. My sister had an e-bike and I had a hybrid, additionally, we met the most interesting women from all around the world to have breakfast and a couple of dinners with. A++
FABULOUS TRIP!
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