The Alentejo Coast: Cycling Southwest Portugal

by BikesPlus Travel
Region
Alentejo
Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
1-2
D-Score™
D2 - Intermediate

Overview

Explore Portugal’s wild and scenic Alentejo, on this eight‑day journey along the Southwest Atlantic coast. Cycle quiet backroads and occasional unpaved, well-maintained bike tracks through pristine natural parks and reserves, including the Estuário do Sado, the Lagoas de Santo André, and the protected Sudoeste Alentejano. Along the way, you can taste fresh fish and enjoy the renowned Alentejo wines, while learning about local olive‑oil production, cork harvesting, and the region’s rich, layered history. Each day brings a mix of rolling countryside, pine forests, rice fields, and sweeping ocean views, with plenty of time to swim in the cool blue waters of the Atlantic or wander through pretty whitewashed villages. This itinerary offers the freedom to explore the cliffs, hidden coves, and endless beaches as you discover the charm and sunshine of Portugal’s southwest coast.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Tour begins in Sesimbra, Portugal

Tour begins in Sesimbra, Portugal

Day 2: Sesimbra to Setubal through Arrábida Natural Park

43 km 820 m

D1

Sesimbra to Setubal through Arrábida Natural Park

Day 3: Setúbal to Santiago do Cacém

39 km 90 m

D1

Setúbal to Santiago do Cacém

Day 4: Santiago loop ride

57 km 1499 m

D2

Santiago loop ride

Day 5: Santiago to Porto Covo, the Vicentina Coast

35 km 235 m

D1

Santiago to Porto Covo, the Vicentina Coast

Day 6: Porto Covo to Milfontes

27 km 235 m

D1

Porto Covo to Milfontes

Day 7: Milfontes loop ride, coastal cliffs route

60 km 305 m

D1

Milfontes loop ride, coastal cliffs route

Day 8: Tour ends in Milfontes

Tour ends in Milfontes

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Airport transfers
Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the Alentejo

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