Portugal N2 Tour

by Cycle Retreats
Region
Portugal
Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
N/A
D-Score™
D4 - Epic

Overview

Our Portugal N2 north to south tour is an unforgettable cycling trip and one famed for being one of the only roads in the world to span the entirety of the country from north to south. It spans approximately 740km and takes in around 9000m of elevation across 7 days of cycling. This tour promises to immerse you in the heart and soul of Portugal as you ride along the iconic N2 road often referred to the “Route 66” of Portugal. The tour begins in the north of Portugal, where the terrain is more mountainous and the northern area of Portugal is adorned with lush green countryside and traditional styled villages. We pass through the Alto Douro wine region of Portugal. As we venture further south, we pass into the central part of the tour where we ride through the Alentejo region. The route comes to an end in the Algarve on the sun kissed shores of Faro.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival Day

Arrival Day

Day 2: Chaves – Peso da Régua

89 km 1480 m

D2

Chaves – Peso da Régua

Day 3: Peso da Régua – Tondela

106 km 1950 m

D3

Peso da Régua – Tondela

Day 4: Tondela – Pedrógão Grande

119 km 2145 m

D3

Tondela – Pedrógão Grande

Day 5: Pedrógão Grande – Ponte de Sor

102 km 1389 m

D3

Pedrógão Grande – Ponte de Sor

Day 6: Ponte de Sor – Alcáçovas

116 km 1135 m

D3

Ponte de Sor – Alcáçovas

Day 7: Alcáçovas – Castro Verde

90 km 784 m

D2

Alcáçovas – Castro Verde

Day 8: Castro Verde – Faro

125 km 784 m

D3

Castro Verde – Faro

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Airport transfers
Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support
Support vehicle following all rides

About the Portugal

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