Porto to Coimbra Cycling Tour by Exodus Adventure Travels

10 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

12 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Porto, Portugal

Ends

Coimbra, Portugal

Highlights

Superb varied cycling: riverside and forest routes; beaches and sand dunes; charming cities

Taste wine in Porto's famous wine cellars and in the superb Bairrada wine region

Aveiro's Venetian canals; UNESCO-recognised Coimbra

Coastal and lagoon wildlife: pink flamingo, purple heron, kingfisher and sandpiper

4-star hotels throughout in beachfront, town and country locations

Itinerary

Cycle from UNESCO-listed Porto to the historic city of Coimbra on this self-guided, 10-day bicycle tour crafted for experienced travelers. Pedal along the Atlantic coast, past golden beaches and lively fishing villages, before meandering through the scenic Aveiro Lagoon and the canals of ‘Portugal’s Venice’. Savor local wines in the Bairrada region and explore the medieval charm of Coimbra, home to one of Europe’s oldest universities. With luxury beachfront stays and the freedom to explore at your own pace, the tour’s unique selling point is its harmonious mix of coastal beauty, cultural richness, and gastronomic delights—ideal for those who love cycling adventures with a touch of local flavor.

day 1 - Arrive in Porto

Arrive at your hotel in Porto. After a briefing with our agent you can enjoy dinner on the Douro riverfront, choosing from a wide range of restaurants.

You stay at the Hotel Vila Gale

day 2 - At Porto

Today you could opt for a return cycle ride, taking you north of Porto and along both the Douro River and the ocean front, passing glorious beaches, the 16th century castle of Sao Joao da Foz, Matosinhos - with some great seafood restaurants - and the Boa Nova Tea House which belongs to the Portuguese Masterchef's Rui Paula. If you'd rather spend the day exploring Porto, why not enjoy a stroll along the riverfront, wander the narrow, winding streets or explore the historic Ribeira district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For dinner this evening you can choose from a number of fine local restaurants.

You stay at the Hotel Vila Gale (breakfast included)

Meals:Breakfast

day 3 - Porto to Furadouro

This morning, enjoy a relaxed ride along the Douro River's south bank, full of brightly coloured rabelo boats. You could stop for a tasting in one of the famous port wine caves before following an idyllic waterfront path from the Natural Reserve of the Douro Estuary - a great spot for birdwatching - to the Atlantic coast. Heading onwards, you'll pass some beautiful sandy beaches - perhaps stop for lunch in one of the seafront restaurants and relax on Espinho's gorgeous golden sands - before following a cycle path through pine forest to your beachfront hotel in Furadouro.

You stay at the Furadouro Boutique Hotel (breakfast included)

Meals:Breakfast

day 4 - Furadouro to Aveiro (Estarreja)

Head south from Furadouro along the protected Aveiro Lagoon, one of Europe's last pristine coastal marshes and a haven for many bird species including plover and sandpiper - you can discover more about the area by joining the canal and paying a visit to the BioRia Interpretation Centre. It's then on to Salreu where you'll take a short train journey (10 mins - pay locally) to Aveiro, your home for the next two nights. There are plenty of good fish restaurants to choose from for dinner, within easy reach of your luxury hotel.

You stay at the Hotel Moliceiro (breakfast included)

Meals:Breakfast

day 5 - At Aveiro

Aveiro is known as 'Portugal's Venice', with a picturesque network of canals weaving their way through the city, lined with grand buildings and former fishermen's houses and filled with gondola-style boats making their way leisurely along the water. Charming alleyways are lined with churrasquerias for lunch, while a bustling fish market takes place every day. Visit the impressive Jesus Monastery and Aveiro Museum, along with the beautiful cathedral which dominates the town square.

You stay at the Hotel Moliceiro (breakfast included)

Meals:Breakfast

day 6 - Aveiro to Praia De Mira

Cycle southwards today and visit the factory and museum of Vista Alegre, Portugal's oldest fine porcelain producer, based in Ilhavo, before crossing the Aveiro Lagoon to meet the ocean again in Vagueira. From here you head north to Costa Nova, home to a lovely sandy beach lined by colourful candy-striped houses, before cycling back to Vagueira and along the coast. Turning inland, you'll make your way to your 4 star beachfront hotel at Praia de Mira, passing fields of pears, lemons and strawberries en route.

You stay at the Macarico Beach Hotel (breakfast at the hotel, evening meal in a local restaurant)

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

day 7 - Praia de Mira to Figueira do Foz

Today's ride continues along the Silver Coast, through one of the biggest dune systems in the area, covered in pine tree forest. There is a final short but fairly steep climb up the beautiful Serra da Boa Viagem shortly before reaching the seaside town of Figueira da Foz.

You stay at the Exe Hotel Wellington (breakfast)

Meals:Breakfast

day 8 - Figueira do Foz to Coimbra

Your final ride takes you inland along the fertile valley of the Mondego River. Stop at Montemor o Velho, midway along your route to explore the ancient castle, a monument dating back to 1088. Continue on to the UNESCO city of Coimbra and head out in the evening to enjoy a range of restaurants and lively fado bars!

You stay at the Hotel Vila Gale Coimbra (breakfast included)

Meals:Breakfast

day 9 - Free Day At Coimbra

Explore the University town at your leisure. There's so much to discover in this beautiful riverfront city, including the historic university with its spectacular Baroque library, the Museo de Castro, whose art collection in the Bishop's Palace is one of the finest in Portugal, not to mention the interest-packed streets and leafy plazas just perfect for exploring.

You stay at the Hotel Vila Gale Coimbra (breakfast included)

Meals:Breakfast

day 10 - Leave Coimbra

The tour ends after breakfast in Coimbra.

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What's Included

Accommodation

Luggage transfers between hotels, Airport transfer to the hotel in Porto

Meals

All continental breakfasts and 1 evening meal

Transport

Standard transfers at the start/end of the trip (if booking inclusive flights)

Others

High Quality BikesPort wine-tasting day 2

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