Self-Guided Cycling Tours in Portugal
Stunning gravel, road and MTB cycling routes all over Portugal to suit everyone.
Discover Portugal at your own pace.
Whether you’re seeking quiet coastal roads, scenic climbs through the hills, or charming village cafés hidden off the beaten path, our routes are crafted with care to give you the freedom of independent travel—without the stress of planning. On our self-guided cycling tours, we provide everything you need for a seamless adventure: luggage transfers, curated GPS routes, local insights, restaurant reservations, reliable support 24/7, and flexible options to match your style of travel.
Choose between Two Self-Guided Tour Options:
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1. Self-Guided Cycling Tour
Let us take care of every part of your holiday organisation, from airport transfers, luggage, restaurant reservations and route tweaks, leaving you to cycle at your on rythmn. You will be pedalling without a guide, but with our detailed itineraries you won’t miss any hidden gems on the way. We will ensure you enjoy the very best of the ‘real’ Portugal, with peace of mind that you have our staff just a WhatsApp message or a call away to assist you at any moment.
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2. Instant Download Tour
This is ideal for cyclists who are happy taking care of their own accommodation arrangements, but who also value high quality routes. Our packs include our tried-and-tested route files (no more hike-a-bike!), recommendations for accommodations and restaurants, as well as spots not to miss en-route. Choose from one of our ever-expanding array of self-guided tours in seconds, and start planning your trip now!
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| GPX Files | ✅ | ✅ |
| Detailed Daily Overview & Route Preview | ✅ | ✅ |
| Recommended Cafés en Route | ✅ | ✅ |
| Points of Interest | ✅ | ✅ |
| Airport Transfers | ✅ | ❌ |
| Luggage Transfers | ✅ | ❌ |
| 24/7 WhatsApp Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| Restaurant Booking | ✅ | ❌ |
| Accommodation | ✅ | ❌ |
| Breakfast | ✅ | ❌ |
| Bike Rental | Optional extra, organised for you. | Recomended Providers |
Algarve Self-Guided Road, Gravel & MTB Tours
5 or 6 DAY ACROSS ALGARVE GRAVEL TOUR
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5 DAY ‘BEST-OF’ ALGARVE ROAD TOUR
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‘BEST-OF’ ALGARVE ROAD TOUR
This is our favourite Algarve road tour. Why? Because of it’s incredible varied routes (coast and inland), traditional villages to see, hotels, regional restaurants and cafés to stop at. If you want to experience the very best of the Algarve – every day – then this is the tour for you.
Riding Days: 5
Level: Medium (Advanced option available)
VIA ALGARVIANA MTB TOUR
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VIA ALGARVIANA MTB TOUR
Ready for a challenge. This tour is for advanced level MTB and E-MTB riders who want to ride the famous Via Algarviana from East to West, finishing at Sagres. The path is steep and rocky in places (designed as a walking trail), but enjoyable for good technical riders who want to push themselves!
Riding Days: 5
Level: Hard
ECOVIA COAST PATH GRAVEL TOUR
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ECOVIA COASTAL PATH
Following the marked ‘Atlantic Coast Eurovelo Route 1’, this easy coastal cycling path follows the southern Algarve coast from East (Vila Real Santo Antonio) to West (Sagres). Fishing villages, superb beaches and to the wild west coast at Sagres, at continental Europe’s most south-westerly point.
Riding Days: 5 or 6
Level: Easy
Northern Portugal Self-Guided Road, Gravel & MTB Tours
LISBON TO SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA GRAVEL TOUR
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LISBON TO SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA GRAVEL TOUR
A spiritual cycling journey along the ancient Caminho de Santiago de Compostela from Lisbon to Santiago, in Spain. Over 7 days of riding, this tour consists of a lot of stunning coastal riding, followed by some incredibly scenic mountain scenery in the final two days in Spain.
Riding Days: 7
Level: Medium – Hard
ALENTEJO ADVENTURE GRAVEL TOUR
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ALENTEJO ADVENTURE GRAVEL TOUR
Looking for an exploration into the heartland of gravel riding in Portugal, the Alentejo? This tour is a perfect choice. Starting and finishing in the Algarve for easy logistics, this ride will take in the very best of southern Portuguese riding and sights to see in one big loop.
Riding Days: 6 or 7
Level: Medium
PORTO – LISBON SILVER COAST GRAVEL TOUR
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BEST OF PORTUGAL NORTH TO SOUTH 12-DAY ROAD TOUR
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IBERIAN DIVIDE 10-DAY GRAVEL TOUR
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DOURO VALLEY 6 DAY ROAD TOUR
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DOURO VALLEY 6 DAY ROAD TOUR
A brand new road tour that traverses Portugal from East to West along the Douro Valley. Staying at stunning hand-picked accommodation on the banks of the river, and passing through some of the world’s finest vineyards, this tour is a guarunteed hit for any rider.
Riding Days: 6
Level: Medium
BEST OF NORTH TO SOUTH 8 DAY ROAD TOUR (ADVANCED)
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BEST OF NORTH TO SOUTH 8 DAY ROAD TOUR (ADVANCED)
For advanced road riders, this is a superb taste of the variety of the regions in Portugal. From the Douro Valley, to the cols of the Serra de Estrela to the rolling hills and historic sites of the Alentejo and Algarve – this tour has something new every day.
Riding Days: 8
Level: Hard
SERRA DE ESTRELA + SILVER COAST ROAD TOUR
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SERRA DE ESTRELA + SILVER COAST TOUR
A breathtaking road cycling tour that encompasses the best of Northern Portugal – the Douro Valley, the Serra de Estrela and the highest point in Portugal, and finishing with the Silver coast back to Porto.
Riding Days: 11-13 (depending on number of rest days)
Level: Medium
N2 NORTH TO SOUTH ROAD TOUR
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SEND A RESERVATION or QUOTE REQUEST
If you are interested in booking a self-guided cycling tour, simply fill out the form below.
Don’t forget! We also create custom tours too – just let us know what you are looking for and we will turn your ideas into a reality.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Fiona (director) and Grace (self-guided tour manager).
FAQ’s
Where can I find the self-guided tour prices?
Each self-guided cycling tour has it’s own pricing – just head to the specific tour page and you will find all the details there. Costs will depend on group numbers, as well as time of the year.
Can I request specific GPX files for my own trip?
Yes. Contact us via this page and we will get your custom routes back to you within 24hrs.
Do you have tours for beginners too?
Yes! For example our EcoVia Self-Guided Coast Tour is perfect for cyclists who want a relatively flat cycle. We’d recommend starting with this one!
I would like to create my own bespoke holiday - can you help?
Of course! We would love to help you put together the perfect cycling holiday for you and your group.
We can assist with:
- Booking hotels, villas or BnB’s
- Hiring bikes
- Plotting cycling routes (road or off-road)
- Hiring guides
- Car Hire
- Booking restaurants
- Recommending cafes
- Airport transfers
We charge really reasonable prices for all of the above, making your life as the organiser really easy. Let us know what you have planned and we will help you plan an unforgettable week of cycling in Portugal for you!
What is your cancellation policy?
You can book in confidence with a very flexible cancellation policy which can be read in detail here.
We strongly recommend that you travel with adequate travel insurance to cover the cost of flight cancellation and holiday cancellation.
Where are you based?
We are based in the central Algarve, in the south of Portugal. But we run road and gravel tours all over the country!
