Camino de Santiago E-Bike Tour
Portugal, Spain Bike Tours
A Coastal Route of the Way of St. James to Santiago de Compostela
- Tour Type
- Skill Level
- Length8–9 days
- Prices from€1723 Rates
Overview
The Portuguese Coastal Way, or Caminho da Costa, is a stunning but easy electric bike alternative route to Santiago de Compostela.
This journey of faith and hope, commonly known as the Camino de Santiago, was one of the most important Christian pilgrimages during medieval times, undertaken by thousands of pilgrims through the centuries. It was seen as an enactment of the spiritual journey to Christ, and the hardships along the way were welcomed as tests of faith.
The Way of St. James, as it is also known, was originally covered on foot by the devout and is still traversed today, not only on foot, but also by bicycle or electric bicycle! And, if you prefer, high-quality touring bikes are also available (discount applied).
Portugal has become one of Tripsite's favorite destinations, and we think it will become yours as well.
Highlights
- UNESCO rich city of Porto
- Charming seaside towns & villages of Northern Portugal: Esposende, Caminha & Porto
- Coastal rides and vistas
- Santiago de Compostela, the square of Obradoiro and the colossal Baroque Cathedral where the remains of the apostle Santiago lie
- Lovely accommodations
Don’t forget that Tripsite provides many amazing bicycle tours in Portugal along with hundreds of other bike tours in Europe.
Itinerary
Distances are approximate. The itinerary is subject to change due to weather, local authorities, or unforeseen events. Temporary deviations may occur due to roadwork or other factors. Follow local directions in such cases.
8-Day Option (Guided & Self-Guided)
Day 1: Porto
Day 2: Porto - Esposende, 37 mi. (60 km)
Day 3: Esposende - Caminha, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 4: Caminha - Baiona, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 5: Baiona - Pontevedra, 40 mi. (64 km)*
Day 6: Pontevedra - Caldas Dos Reis, 16 mi. (26 km)
Day 7: Caldas Dos Reis - Santiago de Compostela, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 8: DepartureDay 1: Porto
Your first day will be spent in Porto, an ancient port city, once an outpost of the Roman Empire, steeped in history and tradition. Located along the Douro River Valley in Northern Portugal, Porto is one of the oldest European cities and its historical center was proclaimed a World Heritage Site by Unesco in 1996. Once you settle into your tour hotel, you can make your way to our partner's bike shop for a bike fitting followed by an included guided walking tour of this beautiful city. Three tours are offered daily. 10 am, 3 pm, or 4 pm. This will lead you through the art and tradition, such as the blue and white tiled churches, and contemporary highlights, including the bookstore that influenced J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the magnificent Stock Exchange Market. It also includes a visit to a wine cellar.
Sample accommodations
- Standard: Porto Trindade Hotel
- Premium: Porto Infante Sagres Hotel
Day 2: Porto - Esposende, 37 mi. (60 km)
You will enjoy the seaside landscapes and small “Portuguese Rivieras” such as Póvoa de Varzim. This is one of the oldest fishing villages in Portugal with an ancient center, old fishermen's district, beach districts, and an emerging contemporary east district. Póvoa is a hotspot for nightlife as well! The town of Vila do Conde became important in the 15th century as a shipyard and played a role in the era of Portuguese discoveries, known as El Dorado. It has always had an ancient connection to the sea, as do all the coastal cities. The journey ends in Esposende, a seaside city located in the North.
Sample accommodations- Standard: Hotel Suave Mar
- Premium: Hotel Axis offir
Day 3: Esposende – Caminha, 31 mi. (50 km)
Today's agenda includes Viana do Castelo, another seaside city that was very strategic during the era of the Discoveries. During the XIV-XVth Centuries, it was here that the ships were built to sail to Brazil, India, Africa, and other Portuguese colonies. The final destination today will be Caminha, on the delta of the river Minho which became an important trading port early in the 14C, shipping wine to Britain and importing products from Africa, India, and Brazil. Today, Caminha is known for its green rural landscape and pine forests clinging to the slopes of the granite mountains, which provide good hiking. The river estuary is good for boating and the beaches are popular in the summer.
Sample accommodations
- Standard: Hotel Porta Do Sol
- Premium: Superior room upgrade in Hotel Porta Do Sol
Day 4: Caminha - Baiona, 25 mi. (40 km)
Your route leads into Spanish territory, ending in Baiona. In the days of the famous voyages of Christopher Columbus, this was the first port to hear about the discovery of America. Today, a replica of the Pinta is permanently moored in the harbor. Apart from the sea landscape, you can get lost in the old city center, a tangle of inviting lanes, with a handful of 16th and 17th-century houses and chapels. There are quite a few churches and other small buildings of architectural and historical interest. Still, Baiona's most prominent building is the Castelo de Monterreal, a castle on the edge of the town, providing excellent views of the town and the surrounding coastline from its elevated position.Sample accommodation
- Standard : Parador de Baiona
- Premium: Parador de Baiona (superior room)
Day 5: Baiona - Pontevedra, 40 mi. (64 km)
The fifth day will follow the route of the Vigo and pass by San Simon’s Bay. Following the coastline, Pontevedra will be the destination, with its abundance of natural beauty. It is a city built on a hill with some streets sloping down to the Lérez River. The old city center is well-preserved and contains numerous historic buildings and monuments. Pontevedra is proud of its cultural and natural heritage.
Sample accommodation- Standard: Parador de Pontevedra
- Premium: Parador de Pontevedra (superior room)
Day 6: Pontevedra - Caldas Dos Reis, 16 mi. (26 km)
According to historical archives, the first inhabitants of Caldas Dos Reis were a pre-Roman community that lived from the hot springs of this territory. Since the Middle Ages, it has been part of the pilgrim path to Santiago de Compostela. Besides the rich cultural heritage, like Arcade, Caldas de Reis is known for its “empanadas” of lamprey and the traditional Spanish bread. Even today, the hot springs are a unique tourist attraction.Sample accommodation
- Standard: Torre do Rio
- Premium: Torre do Rio (superior room)
Day 7: Caldas Dos Reis - Santiago de Compostela, 25 mi. (40 km)
Your final destination is in sight and will end in Santiago de Compostela and the end of your cycling pilgrimage. It does not matter whether or not you believe in the legend of St. James and the value of the "pilgrimage," Santiago is one of Spain's finest cities. The cathedral of Santiago dominates the golden granite square with its Baroque towers, covered everywhere with ornamentation. The city is surrounded by the hilly, lush terrain of Galicia, dramatic coastal scenery, delicious seafood, fine local wines, and an easygoing ambiance.
Sample accommodations- Standard: Hotel Compostela
- Premium: Parador de Compostela Hotel
Day 8: Departure or extension of stay.
A train ticket back to Porto is included in your tour price.9-Day Option (Self-Guided only)
Day 1: Porto
Day 2: Porto - Esposende, 37 mi. (60 km)
Day 3: Esposende - Caminha, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 4: Caminha - Baiona, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 5: Baiona - Vigo, 16 mi. (25 km)
Day 6: Vigo - Pontevedra, 24 mi. (39 km) *
Day 7: Pontevedra - Caldas Dos Reis, 16 mi. (26 km)
Day 8: Caldas Dos Reis - Santiago de Compostela, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 9: Departure*September Dates - The itinerary may be adjusted due to an event being hosted in Pontevedra.
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Hotels & Bikes
Accommodations
During this tour, you can choose your level of accommodations, standard or premium. Don’t let the ‘standard’ designation mislead you, however! Hotels in this category are typically lovely 4-star establishments, such as Porto Trindade Hotel in Porto. Located in the heart of the city of Porto, the Porto Trindade Hotel guarantees a unique stay.
The premium lodgings are 5-star hotels or upgraded rooms within the 4-star establishments. An example of a premium hotel is the Porto Infante Sagres Hotel in Porto, a historic 5-star hotel located in central Porto. It is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, known for its upscale and luxurious accommodations.
Bicycles
Electric Bicycle
KTM Macina
- Bosch motor
- 500 Wh battery
- Aluminum Frame
- Front suspension
- Shimano Deore gearing
- 9 speeds
- Schwalbe Energizer tires
- Shimano Piston brakes
- Platform pedals
- Rear rack
Cube Acid
- Bosch Motor
- 500 Wh battery (frame design)
- Aluminum frame
- Front suspension
- Shimano gearing
- 9 speeds
- Schwalbe Tough Tom tires
- Shimano hydraulic disc brakes
- Platform pedals
- Weight: 21.8 kg
Accessories
- Helmet
- Rear rack and pannier
- Bike tool kit for quick repairs (pump. inner tubes)
- Water bottle
- Lights
- Locks
- GPS Garmin
Touring Bicycle
Kross Trans 5.0
- Aluminum touring frame (available in men's and women's frame)
- Front suspension
- Shimano Tourney and Deore gearing
- 24 speeds
- Schwalbe Silento tires
- Shimano disc brakes
- Selle Royal saddle
- Platform pedals
- Rear rack
- Weight 17. 5 kg
Accessories:
- Helmet
- Rear rack and pannier
- Bike tool kit for quick repairs (pump. inner tubes)
- Water bottle
- Lights
- Locks
- GPS Garmin
Trail Bicycle
Trek X- Caliber 7
- Aluminum frame
- Front suspension
- Shimano Acera and Shimano Alivio gearing
- 18 speeds
- Bontrager tires
- Shimano hydraulic disc brakes
- Bontrager Arvada saddle
- Platform pedals
- Rear rack
- Weight 13.97 kg
Specialized Women's Pitch Comp 27.5
- Aluminum frame
- Front suspension
- Shimano TX800 gearing
- 24 speeds
- Ground Control sport tire (27.5)
- Radius mechanical disc brakes
- Myth sport saddle
- Specialized dirt pedals
- Rear rack
Accessories
- Helmet
- Rear rack and pannier
- Bike tool kit for quick repairs (pump. inner tubes)
- Water bottle
- Lights
- Locks
- GPS Garmin
Inclusions
What’s Included
Self-Guided:
- Accommodation for 7 or 8 nights in the chosen hotel category
- Breakfast
- Arrival transfer from Porto (air travel details are needed to confirm)
- Departure transfer (only on the official tour end date) to Compostela Airport or hotel or to Porto Airport or hotel. Transfers on any other day will incur a supplement.
- Electric bike rental (equipped with helmet, water bottle, a tool kit for quick repairs, rear rack, & pannier bag)
- Pre-loaded GPS
- Tour presentation, bike fitting & 3 hr walking tour of Porto (offered at 10 am, 3 pm, and 4 pm and includes a wine cave visit)
- Route descriptions & maps
- Luggage transfer (Due to prohibitive fuel costs, the cost of this transfer is calculated per piece weighing no more than 20 kg total. You are permitted one suitcase per person. Even a small piece of luggage is considered extra. Please pack accordingly!)
- Accommodation for 7 nights in in the chosen hotel category
- Breakfast
- Airport transfers from Porto (air travel details are needed to confirm)
- Departure transfer (only on official tour end date) to Compostela Airport or hotel or to Porto Airport or hotel. Transfers on any other day will incur a supplement.
- Electric bike rental (equipped with helmet, water bottle, a tool kit for quick repairs, rear rack, & pannier bag)
- Tour presentation, bike fitting, & walking tour of Porto (offered at 10 am, 3 pm, and 4 pm and includes a wine cave visit)
- Luggage transfer
- Cycling guide
- Support vehicle will be added for groups of 8 or more at no extra charge
- Cycling jersey
- Accommodation for 7 nights in premium accommodations
- Breakfast
- Drinks & snacks (post ride)
- Airport transfers from Porto (air travel details are needed to confirm)
- Departure transfer (only on official tour end date) to Compostela Airport or hotel or to Porto Airport or hotel. Transfers on any other day will incur a supplement.
- Electric bike rental (equipped with helmet, water bottle, a tool kit for quick repairs, rear rack, & pannier bag)
- Tour presentation, bike fitting, and walking tour of Porto (offered at 10 am, 3 pm, and 4 pm and includes a wine cave visit)
- Luggage transfer (20 kg limit)
- Support vehicle
- Cycling guide
- Cycling jersey
Guided:
Premium Guided
What’s Not Included
Self-Guided
- Meals other than breakfast
- Cycling guide & support vehicle
- Departure transfer on any other day except official tour end date
- Extra luggage (subject to a fee of €100 to €200 depending on number of pieces)
- Cycling jersey (available for €45)
- Meals other than breakfast
- GPS
- Support vehichle (will be added for no additional cost with minimum of 8 participants)
- Meals other than breakfast
- GPS
- Gratuities
- Tourist tax in Porto, approx. €2 per night
- Travel Insurance
- Bike Protection
Guided:
Premium guided:
All versions:
Dates & Pricing
Dates & Pricing
2024
Self-guided (8 & 9-day)
Daily arrivals possibleGuided (8-day)
May 5, May 27, June 14, June 22, September 7 & September 27, 2024Premium guided (8-day)
Groups can request the upgradeLow Season: November 1 to March 25, 2024
Regular Season: March 26 to June 25 & September 26 to October 31, 2024
High Season: September 1 to September 25, 2024
Summer Season: June 26 to August 30, 2024Self-Guided (8 Day) Self-Guided (9 Day) Guided (8 Day) Premium Guided (8 Day) Low Season $ 2853 £ 1505 $ 2,604 € 1723 kr 264417 ₪ 7083 ¥ 297658 Mex$ 31756 NZ$ 3117 NOK 20537 zł 7496 S$ 2574 kr 20491 $ 1,912 $ 3163 £ 1668 $ 2,886 € 1910 kr 293115 ₪ 7852 ¥ 329964 Mex$ 35203 NZ$ 3455 NOK 22766 zł 8310 S$ 2853 kr 22715 $ 2,120 $ 3734 £ 1970 $ 3,408 € 2255 kr 346060 ₪ 9270 ¥ 389564 Mex$ 41562 NZ$ 4079 NOK 26878 zł 9811 S$ 3368 kr 26818 $ 2,502 $ 5390 £ 2843 $ 4,919 € 3255 kr 499523 ₪ 13381 ¥ 562320 Mex$ 59993 NZ$ 5888 NOK 38797 zł 14161 S$ 4862 kr 38711 $ 3,612 Regular Season $ 2986 £ 1575 $ 2,725 € 1803 kr 276694 ₪ 7412 ¥ 311479 Mex$ 33231 NZ$ 3262 NOK 21490 zł 7844 S$ 2693 kr 21443 $ 2,001 $ 3296 £ 1738 $ 3,007 € 1990 kr 305392 ₪ 8181 ¥ 343784 Mex$ 36678 NZ$ 3600 NOK 23719 zł 8658 S$ 2972 kr 23667 $ 2,208 $ 3867 £ 2040 $ 3,529 € 2335 kr 358337 ₪ 9599 ¥ 403385 Mex$ 43036 NZ$ 4224 NOK 27831 zł 10159 S$ 3488 kr 27770 $ 2,591 $ 5523 £ 2913 $ 5,040 € 3335 kr 511800 ₪ 13710 ¥ 576141 Mex$ 61467 NZ$ 6033 NOK 39750 zł 14509 S$ 4981 kr 39663 $ 3,701 High Season $ 3085 £ 1627 $ 2,815 € 1863 kr 285902 ₪ 7659 ¥ 321844 Mex$ 34337 NZ$ 3370 NOK 22205 zł 8105 S$ 2783 kr 22156 $ 2,067 $ 3395 £ 1791 $ 3,098 € 2050 kr 314600 ₪ 8428 ¥ 354149 Mex$ 37783 NZ$ 3708 NOK 24434 zł 8919 S$ 3062 kr 24380 $ 2,275 $ 3966 £ 2092 $ 3,619 € 2395 kr 367545 ₪ 9846 ¥ 413750 Mex$ 44142 NZ$ 4333 NOK 28546 zł 10420 S$ 3577 kr 28483 $ 2,658 $ 5622 £ 2965 $ 5,130 € 3395 kr 521008 ₪ 13957 ¥ 586506 Mex$ 62573 NZ$ 6142 NOK 40465 zł 14771 S$ 5071 kr 40376 $ 3,768 Summer Season $ 3185 £ 1680 $ 2,906 € 1923 kr 295110 ₪ 7906 ¥ 332209 Mex$ 35443 NZ$ 3479 NOK 22920 zł 8366 S$ 2872 kr 22870 $ 2,134 $ 3494 £ 1843 $ 3,189 € 2110 kr 323808 ₪ 8674 ¥ 364515 Mex$ 38889 NZ$ 3817 NOK 25149 zł 9180 S$ 3152 kr 25094 $ 2,342 $ 4066 £ 2144 $ 3,710 € 2455 kr 376752 ₪ 10093 ¥ 424116 Mex$ 45248 NZ$ 4441 NOK 29261 zł 10681 S$ 3667 kr 29197 $ 2,724 $ 5722 £ 3018 $ 5,221 € 3455 kr 530216 ₪ 14204 ¥ 596871 Mex$ 63679 NZ$ 6250 NOK 41181 zł 15032 S$ 5161 kr 41090 $ 3,834 Solo traveler supplement $ 331 £ 175 $ 302 € 200 kr 30693 ₪ 822 ¥ 34551 Mex$ 3686 NZ$ 362 NOK 2384 zł 870 S$ 299 kr 2379 $ 222 $ 364 £ 192 $ 332 € 220 kr 33762 ₪ 904 ¥ 38006 Mex$ 4055 NZ$ 398 NOK 2622 zł 957 S$ 329 kr 2616 $ 244 n/a n/a Low Season Regular Season High Season Summer Season Single Supplement 8-Day Self-Guided & Guided Tour $ 646 £ 341 $ 589 € 390 kr 59851 ₪ 1603 ¥ 67375 Mex$ 7188 NZ$ 706 NOK 4648 zł 1697 S$ 583 kr 4638 $ 433 $ 696 £ 367 $ 635 € 420 kr 64455 ₪ 1727 ¥ 72557 Mex$ 7741 NZ$ 760 NOK 5006 zł 1827 S$ 627 kr 4995 $ 466 $ 745 £ 393 $ 680 € 450 kr 69058 ₪ 1850 ¥ 77740 Mex$ 8294 NZ$ 814 NOK 5364 zł 1958 S$ 672 kr 5352 $ 499 $ 795 £ 419 $ 725 € 480 kr 73662 ₪ 1973 ¥ 82923 Mex$ 8847 NZ$ 868 NOK 5721 zł 2088 S$ 717 kr 5709 $ 533 Single Supplement 8 -Day Premium Guided $ 1060 £ 559 $ 967 € 640 kr 98217 ₪ 2631 ¥ 110564 Mex$ 11796 NZ$ 1158 NOK 7628 zł 2784 S$ 956 kr 7611 $ 710 $ 1110 £ 585 $ 1,012 € 670 kr 102820 ₪ 2754 ¥ 115746 Mex$ 12349 NZ$ 1212 NOK 7986 zł 2915 S$ 1001 kr 7968 $ 744 $ 1159 £ 611 $ 1,058 € 700 kr 107424 ₪ 2878 ¥ 120929 Mex$ 12902 NZ$ 1266 NOK 8343 zł 3045 S$ 1046 kr 8325 $ 777 $ 1209 £ 638 $ 1,103 € 730 kr 112028 ₪ 3001 ¥ 126112 Mex$ 13455 NZ$ 1321 NOK 8701 zł 3176 S$ 1090 kr 8682 $ 810 Single Supplement 9-Day Self-Guided Tour $ 737 £ 389 $ 672 € 445 kr 68291 ₪ 1829 ¥ 76876 Mex$ 8202 NZ$ 805 NOK 5304 zł 1936 S$ 665 kr 5292 $ 494 $ 787 £ 415 $ 718 € 475 kr 72895 ₪ 1953 ¥ 82059 Mex$ 8755 NZ$ 859 NOK 5662 zł 2067 S$ 710 kr 5649 $ 527 $ 836 £ 441 $ 763 € 505 kr 77499 ₪ 2076 ¥ 87242 Mex$ 9308 NZ$ 914 NOK 6019 zł 2197 S$ 754 kr 6006 $ 560 $ 886 £ 467 $ 808 € 535 kr 82103 ₪ 2199 ¥ 92424 Mex$ 9861 NZ$ 968 NOK 6377 zł 2328 S$ 799 kr 6363 $ 594 Extra Options
2024
Hotel Upgrade
Self-guided (8-day) Self-guided (9-day) Guided (8-day) Premium guided (8-day) Premium hotel upgrade $ 1076 £ 568 $ 982 € 650 kr 99751 ₪ 2672 ¥ 112291 Mex$ 11980 NZ$ 1176 NOK 7747 zł 2828 S$ 971 kr 7730 $ 721 $ 1242 £ 655 $ 1,133 € 750 kr 115097 ₪ 3083 ¥ 129567 Mex$ 13823 NZ$ 1357 NOK 8939 zł 3263 S$ 1120 kr 8920 $ 832 $ 1076 £ 568 $ 982 € 650 kr 99751 ₪ 2672 ¥ 112291 Mex$ 11980 NZ$ 1176 NOK 7747 zł 2828 S$ 971 kr 7730 $ 721 Included Meal Packages
Self-guided (8-day) Self-guided (9-day) Guided (8-day) Premium guided (8-day) Dinner package (6 dinners) $ 497 £ 262 $ 453 € 300 kr 46039 ₪ 1233 ¥ 51827 Mex$ 5529 NZ$ 543 NOK 3576 zł 1305 S$ 448 kr 3568 $ 333 $ 497 £ 262 $ 453 € 300 kr 46039 ₪ 1233 ¥ 51827 Mex$ 5529 NZ$ 543 NOK 3576 zł 1305 S$ 448 kr 3568 $ 333 $ 497 £ 262 $ 453 € 300 kr 46039 ₪ 1233 ¥ 51827 Mex$ 5529 NZ$ 543 NOK 3576 zł 1305 S$ 448 kr 3568 $ 333 $ 911 £ 480 $ 831 € 550 kr 84405 ₪ 2261 ¥ 95016 Mex$ 10137 NZ$ 995 NOK 6556 zł 2393 S$ 822 kr 6541 $ 610 Lunch & dinner package (6 lunches & 6 dinners) Not available Not available $ 911 £ 480 $ 831 € 550 kr 84405 ₪ 2261 ¥ 95016 Mex$ 10137 NZ$ 995 NOK 6556 zł 2393 S$ 822 kr 6541 $ 610 $ 1408 £ 742 $ 1,284 € 850 kr 130444 ₪ 3494 ¥ 146842 Mex$ 15666 NZ$ 1538 NOK 10131 zł 3698 S$ 1270 kr 10109 $ 943 Bike options & discounts
8-day tour 9-day tour Standard touring bike, discount $ 397 £ 210 $ 363 € 240 kr 36831 ₪ 987 ¥ 41461 Mex$ 4423 NZ$ 434 NOK 2861 zł 1044 S$ 358 kr 2854 $ 266 $ 447 £ 236 $ 408 € 270 kr 41435 ₪ 1110 ¥ 46644 Mex$ 4976 NZ$ 488 NOK 3218 zł 1175 S$ 403 kr 3211 $ 300 Carbon road bike Available on request Extra nights
On request
Departure transfer
Departure transfer from Santiago de Compostela to the Santiago de Compostela airport or back to Porto (airport or city center) on the official tour end day is included. The following is for prices for transfers from Porto requested on any other day.
2 people More than 2 people Porto city center to Porto airport, per group $ 50 £ 26 $ 45 € 30 kr 4604 ₪ 123 ¥ 5183 Mex$ 553 NZ$ 54 NOK 358 zł 131 S$ 45 kr 357 $ 33 Pending Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
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- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy–Moderate
This is an easy (to moderate - it depends on you!) electric bike tour along the coast, a good alternative to the much more difficult pilgrimages. The first three days are predominantly flat on hard surfaces, but you will encounter a few inclines and varied surfaces (30% bike lanes and wood walkways, 30% dirt roads, mainly smooth, but also partly rough and cobblestoned, and 20% secondary roads with low traffic.) The last three days are the more difficult portion of this tour, again on varied terrain, with short, steep hills. There are 4121 meters of cumulative climbs. On your electric bike, you can make the hills as easy as you would like or adjust your support for a little challenge. High-quality touring bikes are also available if you prefer. (Discount will apply.) This will raise the difficulty level to moderate. Regardless of the type of bike, this is not a tour for inexperienced cyclists as the terrain is varied. It is important to have good balance and good command of your bike. This tour is offered as self-guided, guided, or guided plus with a support vehicle and extra meals included.
Airport Info
Fly to Porto Airport (OPO).
Local Travel
Airport transfers from Porto airport (OPO) and to Santiago Airport (SCQ) are included in your tour price. Please note that the departure airport transfer is included only on the official tour end day. Special departure transfers will incur a supplement. If you fly to Lisbon, the airport is located quite close to Lisbon center. You can take a taxi or train into the city. Lisbon airport is now connected directly to Lisbon center (Saldahna) by underground metro. If you are continuing onward from the airport to Porto, you can take the Airport metro to Orient station and from there, train to Porto with 0 transfers.
Climate
Located in the northern part of the coast of Portugal, the climate is temperate oceanic, with mild, rainy winters and pleasantly warm, sunny summers. Please check local conditions before your arrival.
Day of Rest
If booking self-guided, you can request an extra night on any night during the tour and have a day of rest!
Recommended
Due to prohibitive fuel costs, cost is calculated per piece. You are permitted one suitcase per person. Even a small piece of luggage is considered extra. To avoid additional fees, please pack accordingly!
Remarks
Also available if you prefer: Trek Cross Country hardtail mountain bike with front suspension, alloy frame, and disc brakes or 24 speed Kross trans 5.0 bike with helmet, water bottle, a tool kit for quick repairs, rear rack, and pannier bag. Discount applies.
Important to know
Airport transfers
Once your tour is confirmed, please send us your air travel details so that we can arrange your arrival transfer. Please note that departure transfers are included only on the official tour end day. Other transfer requests will incur a supplement.
Documents
It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance with the country or countries you plan to visit. This includes and is not limited to passport validity, visa requirements, and acquisition, blank passport pages required for your destination (s), etc.
US citizens: A good website to research the requirements of the Schengen Agreement and entry into other countries is travel.state.gov.
Non-EU and EU residents: Please research the requirements of your country of residence for international travel and your destination country or countries.
*Important note: Please check on the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) status as once implemented, this will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visaTour types
Self-guided: You cycle on your own without a guide or van support and are provided maps, route descriptions, and pre-loaded GPS device or GPS tracks to upload to your own personal device. Assistance is a phone call away.
Guided: You cycle in a group with a guide. If you have 8 or more in your group, a support vehicle is provided with no extra charge that will also serve as luggage transfer vehicle.
Premium guided: You cycle in a group with a guide and support vehicle. Premium level accommodation is included in tour price.Extra Stay
You can book extra nights before or after your tour in Lisbon, Porto, or Santiago de Compostela.
Tour Operator
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