“Enjoy the sea, sun, and open plains on wheels!”
5 Days Incredible South Portugal Motorcycle Tour
Lisbon, Portugal
Extraordinary Motorbike Tour Portugal
The sea, the sun, open plains, space, seafood, and plenty of cows, this is how the south tour would be best described. This is a trip through the wild Atlantic coast of southwestern Portugal where the Portuguese fish is at its finest quality and the open plains of Alentejo where cattle and black pork make up a delicious food landscape. Also included in the trip is a journey through the private Algarve, where deserted beaches, barbecues in the middle of orange groves, and boat rides make up for an extraordinary journey!
Key information
- Terrain: plain road
- Bike: rental bike (BMW)
- Mileage: 1,230 kilometers / 765 miles
- Daily rides: 237 - 389 kilometers / 148 - 242 miles
- Riding gear: not included, but available upon request at an additional cost
- Meals: breakfasts, lunches, and 1 dinner
Meet the guides
Miguel
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Highlights
- Starts and ends in Lisbon
- Explore the lovely region of Alentejo
- Ride through Europe's widest coastlines
- Discover small villages with Arabic influence
- Motorbike rental for the whole tour
- 4 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Beginner
Styles
4 riding days
Accommodation
During this tour, you will be accommodated at four-star hotels in single or double rooms.
Program
Day 1: Pre-tour
Arriving day will be with a welcome dinner and the first contact with the motorcycles, which will lead you along the most beautiful landscapes!
Day 2: Lisbon - Évora (389 kilometers / 242 miles)
The adventure begins in Lisbon. You will ride from Belém to Cascais by the riverside on the way to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost extent of mainland Portugal and continental Europe, and the romantic Sintra, often referred to as "the city of love". On your way to Setúbal, you will have lunch in Azeitão.
You will continue your route to Arraiolos, the land of famous handmade carpets, and then, you will head to Évora passing by Estremoz, in the heart of the Alentejo region. The roads in Alentejo are plain and there is a wonderful landscape with oaks and olive trees stretching out to the horizon. You arrive in Évora, facing the 15th-century classified monument Convento do Espinheiro, where the history, the culture, and the gastronomy invade you, creating a mixture of sensations inside you, which Alentejo is all about.
Day 3: Évora - Tavira (278 kilometers / 173 miles)
Almost all the Alentejo's roads are plains with the cork tree and vineyards, making the best of the landscape.
Going down to Algarve near by the Guadiana River, you will find small villages all with the influence of the Arabic architecture, because of their strong domain in the Iberian Peninsula (711-1492).
Reaching the Algarve, the odor of the beach and sea join you as the warm temperature.
Day 4: Tavira - Vila do Bispo (237 kilometers / 148 miles)
You will ride your motorcycles through Portugal's playground, a mix between the mountains and the beach. The two mountains Monchique and Caldeirão lead you to their famous mountain roads and views.
The journey ends reaching the tip of Europe in Sagres and seeing the place where the ancients believed the land ended and sea began.
Day 5: Vila do Bispo - Lisbon (326 kilometers / 203 miles)
From here, it's a drive up to Lisbon, wiggling your way through one of Europe's widest coastlines and certainly one of the most exciting as well. A surfer's and an adventure seeker's paradise, this coast has razor sharp cliffs which serve as a wall to the relentless pounding of the Atlantic. Now imagine sitting comfortably in an empty cliff, eating some grilled fish, and chatting away with the locals as nature takes its course in front of you, this is what Portugal Motorcycle Tours call freedom!
Note: The driver should have an international driver license for this tour.
Skill level:
Beginner
- can ride for two to three hours
- minimal riding experience
- assistance required
- comfortable with curves and leans
- basic experience with unsurfaced roads
- short distance ascents and descents
Guides
Miguel Oliveira
Miguel is the founder of Portugal Motorcycle Tours and he makes it his personal mission to be your Portugal inside and Motorcycle Tour Leader. During the day he’ll guide you through the most iconic roads and landscapes that Portugal has to offer, and in the evening share some candid moments and stories with you over a glass of wine. Takes care of every single detail ensuring that your riding experience is problem free. Not only you will get a perfect riding experience, but also one of the best memories in your entire life.
Location
This tour will take place in Portugal, from Lisbon to Évora, Tavira, Vila do Bispo, and back to Lisbon.
Food
You will be served breakfasts at hotels, all tour lunch meals, and a welcome dinner.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
- Barbecuing in the middle of orange groves
- Boat riding
What's included
- 4 nights accommodation
- BMW R1200GS rental (other brand or model can be requested)
- Delicious breakfasts, lunches, and dinner
- Legal insurance for motorcycle
- Tour guide
What's not included
- Dinners except for welcome dinner
- Riding gear
- Everything not included above
- Fees
- Gas
How to get there
Recommended Airports
LIS
Lisbon Portela Airport
5 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS).
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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