Discover and explore the Alentejo region, often referred to as the breadbasket of Portugal. Cycle the scenic countryside, explore castles, convents, regional artists and craftspeople, marble quarries, cork farms, charming historical villages, and more. Stop to partake of the local gastronomy – from pastries to _petiscos_ (Portuguese snacks) – and sample some renowned local wines.
Transfer from Lisbon and get settled in Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Explore prickly pears, cork farming and a whitewashed village on a ride from Évora.
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Visit UNESCO monuments, pedal a rail trail, visit a castle, and sample award-winning Portuguese wine!
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Cycle a recently constructed bike path to see leather artisans, pottery masters, another castle and a winery.
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Option Day. Continue exploring Monsaraz – one of the "7 wonders of Portugal" – or pedal to the largest lake in Western Europe.
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From Monsaraz we ride through the marble capital of Portugal to Vila Viçosa – the “princess of the Alentejo region.”
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Cycle to Estremoz – nicknamed the “white city” for its white marble buildings.
Departure Day. Breakfast included.
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