This wonderful cycling holiday takes you through a green, gently undulating landscape dotted with medieval towns, vineyards, cork oaks and olive trees. You’ll stay in authentic castles, monasteries and palaces that once belonged to Portugal’s royal family and clergy, now offering magnificent accommodation for our guests. You will also have the opportunity to explore Evora, a historic city with many Roman remains and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
As well as visiting vineyards, you’ll also learn the art of wine production and sample some of the best wines in the world. Authentic Portuguese handicrafts, such as tiles and ceramics can be found along the way, and the Alentejo is also known for its delicious and flavourful cuisine. Enjoy long, delicious meals dominated by bread, beans, olives, locally produced meats and cheeses. This is the perfect cycling holiday for food and wine lovers with an interest in culture and history!
Difficulty level
The daily stages vary between about 26 and 70 km and every day there is a shorter or longer tour to choose from. The journey is entirely on tarmac and is slightly hilly. We rate the trip as easy: 2 on a 5-point scale.
Weather conditions
The climate in the area is very mild, as it is close to the Atlantic Ocean. Temperatures average around 15°C throughout the year and extreme temperature fluctuations are rare. The summer months tend to be dry and warm, while spring and autumn are mild and ideal for cycling, although there is some risk of rain.
