Silver Coast of Portugal
Portugal Bike Tours
From Porto to Coimbra
- Tour Type
- Skill Level
- Length7 days
- Prices from€1310 Rates
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Overview
Portugal's Silver Coast, or Costa de Prata, is a stretch of spectacular coastline that runs north of Lisbon. On this unique bike tour, you will cycle one of the most important routes along that coast, between the city of Porto and the "capital" of the central region, Coimbra. Renowned for its ancient towns, breathtaking beaches, and its rugged coastline, it also offers fairly easy and scenic cycling! Stunning views of inland hills and mountains will inspire you daily!
Begin your tour strolling the narrow cobbled streets of the ancient Ribeira district of Porto and end in riverside, Coimbra and enjoy Portuguese culture, history, and culinary delights along the way!
Highlights
- Historic (and BEAUTIFUL) towns and villages including Porto and Coimbra
- Miles of stunning beaches with incredible views
- World-class, inexpensive wine and food
- Hospitality of the Portuguese people
- PORT!
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Itinerary
Day 1: Porto
Day 2: Porto - Furadouro, 29 mi. (47 km)
Day 3: Furadouro - Aveiro, 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 4: Aveiro - Praia de Mira, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 5: Praia de Mira - Figueira da Foz, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 6: Figueira da Foz - Coimbra, 34 mi. (55 km)
Day 7: DepartureAll distances are approximate. Due to circumstances beyond control, weather conditions or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during your holiday. For example, along the way you may find temporary deviations/detours caused by roadwork, In this case, please follow the directions posted on site.
Day 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, as well as some contemporary highlights including the bookstore that influenced J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the magnificent Stock Exchange Market.Day 2: Porto - Furadouro, 29 mi. (47 km)
You exit Porto cycling over one of the most famous bridges in Portugal, the Don Luis I Bridge, entering then the city of Vila Nova de Gaia on the southern side of the Douro River. This town was originally founded as the Roman settlement, Cale. Here you can visit world-famous Porto wine cellars. Another highlight is the chapel of Senhor da Pedra located in Miramar Beach. Built on the top of a rock situated right on the shoreline of the Atlantic ocean, you will enjoy amazing views both out to sea and to the white sandy beach stretching in front of it.Upon arrival to the city of Espinho, famous for its fresh fish, you can sample for yourself the taste of the sea. As you cycle through Ovar next, be sure to taste the famous bread-cake! Bread baking in Portugal is just as an important part of the culture as is wine, cheese, and pastries. You will also have the opportunity to see the famous Chapel of the Steps, which is classified as a National Interest Monuments and many examples of the typical Portuguese tiles “azulejos”, not only on the facades of public buildings but on privately owned houses.
Day 3: Furadouro - Aveiro, 28 mi. (45 km)
Following a coastal route, you will cycle on a secondary road, through several fishing villages including, Torreira, with its long stretch of beautiful beach. You will also cycle through the famous nature reserve of the São Jacinto Dunes, a peaceful 6.7 square kilometer wooded nature reserve, equipped with trails and birdwatching areas.Via ferry, you will cross to Aveira where you can visit the Monastery of Jesus, observe the tiles of the train station, and take a boat tour of the Ria de Aveiro.
Day 4: Aveiro - Praia de Mira, 25 mi. (40 km)
Today's route will lead through Ílhavo, the location of Vista Alegre, Portuguese porcelain manufacture, founded in 1815. You will enjoy the fantastic scenery of the famous Costa Nova do Prado where the beaches are intertwined with the rural farms, creating a unique environment. The enchanting haystack houses splash the waterfront with their vertical multicolored bands.Day 5: Praia de Mira- Figueira da Foz Route, 31 mi. (50 km)
On your ride today you can visit the little known and beautiful Barrinha Lagoon. The landscape progresses from that of oceanfront and the wide expanse of sand dunes to the lagoon and aromatic pine forests. The Queen of the Silver Coast, Figueira da Foz, is the day's destination. It is here that the beautiful River Mondego meets the Ocean.Day 6: Figueira da Foz - Coimbra, 34 mi. (55 km)
The final cycling route leads away from the sea, but continues along the Mondego River to end in Coimbra, famous for its University, the oldest in Portugal, and one of the oldest in Europe, which over time has shaped its image to become "the city of students".Day 7: Departure
Included in your tour price is transportation back to Porto from Coimbra. This will be by van or train depending on the number of participants.View all our featured bicycle tours, specials, and news.
Hotels & Bikes
Your accommodations will be in unique 4 star hotels. Below is a sample hotel list, keeping in mind all accommodations are based on availability:
Porto - Porto Trindade Hotel
Furadouro - Furadouro Hotel
Aveiro - Hotel Aveiro Palace
Praia de Mira - Macarico Beach Hotel
Figueira da Foz - Sweet Atlantic Hotel
Coimbra - Tivoli Hotel CoimbraBicycles
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Kross TRANS 5.0
- Hybrid bike
- 24 gears with V-brake
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Kross TRANS 5.0
- Hybrid bike with step-thru frame
- 24 gears with V-brake
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Kross Vento 2
- Road bike
- 16 gears with shimano group set
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Kross Vento 2
- Road bike
- 16 gears with shimano group set
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Specialized Tarmac Sport
- Road bike
- 22 gears with shimano 105 11-speed build kit
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Trek X-Caliber 7
- Mountain Bike - MTB
- 18 gears with shimano group set
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Specialized Women’s Pitch Comp 27.5
- Mountain Bike - MTB
- 27 gears with shimano group set
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KTM Macina electric bicycle 500 wh
- Electric bike
- 9 gears with shimano group set
- Bosch electric motor
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Cube Acid 500 wh electric bicycle
- Electric bike
- 9 gears with shimano group set
- Bosch electric motor
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Cube Touring 500 wh e-bike
- Electric bike
- 9 gears with shimano group set
- Bosch electric motor
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Self Guided
- 6 nights accommodations
- Breakfast
- Airport transfers from Porto Airport (air travel details are needed to confirm)
- 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
- GPS
- Route descriptions and maps
- Luggage transfer
- Guided walking tour of Porto
- Return travel from Coimbra to Porto. This can be by van or train, depending on number of participants. Depending on departure flight, transfer can be provided on this same day to the airport or the next day if necessary
- All-inclusive guided
- 6 nights accommodations
- Breakfast
- Airport transfers from Porto Airport (air travel details are needed to confirm)
- 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
- Route descriptions and maps
- Luggage transfer
- Cycling guide
- 5 lunches
- 5 dinners
- Guided walking tour of Porto
- Return travel from Coimbra to Porto. This can be by van or train, depending on the number of participants. Depending on departure flight, the transfer can be provided on this same day to the airport or the next day if necessary
- Guided
- 6 nights accommodations
- Breakfast
- Airport transfers from Porto Airport (air travel details are needed to confirm)
- 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
- Route descriptions and maps
- Luggage transfer
- Cycling guide
- Guided walking tour of Porto
- Return travel from Coimbra to Porto. This can be by van or train, depending on number of participants. Depending on departure flight, transfer can be provided on this same day to the airport or the next day if necessary
- *Van support is added if there are 8 or more participants
What’s Not Included
- Beverages
- Arrival/departure airport transfer from Lisbon
- Tourist tax in Porto, approx. €2 per night
- Tips for your tour guide
- Bike protection
- Travel insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates & Pricing
Departures are possible every day in 2021
Self Guided
Min. 2 particpants requiredGuided*
Min. 4 particpants requiredAll-inclusive Guided
Min. 4 particpants requiredSingle Supplement Low season
November 1 to March 25$ 2196 £ 1220 $ 2,100 € 1310 $ 2377 kr 14068 $ 1,569 $ 2714 £ 1507 $ 2,595 € 1619 $ 2937 kr 17387 $ 1,939 $ 3654 £ 2029 $ 3,495 € 2180 $ 3955 kr 23411 $ 2,611 $ 503 £ 279 $ 481 € 300 $ 544 kr 3222 $ 359 Regular season
March 26 to June 25 and September 26 to October 31$ 2313 £ 1285 $ 2,212 € 1380 $ 2504 kr 14820 $ 1,653 $ 2831 £ 1572 $ 2,708 € 1689 $ 3064 kr 18138 $ 2,023 $ 3771 £ 2095 $ 3,607 € 2250 $ 4082 kr 24163 $ 2,695 $ 551 £ 306 $ 527 € 329 $ 597 kr 3533 $ 394 High Season
September 1 to September 25$ 2397 £ 1331 $ 2,292 € 1430 $ 2594 kr 15357 $ 1,713 $ 2915 £ 1619 $ 2,788 € 1739 $ 3155 kr 18675 $ 2,083 $ 3855 £ 2141 $ 3,687 € 2300 $ 4173 kr 24700 $ 2,755 $ 603 £ 335 $ 577 € 360 $ 653 kr 3866 $ 431 Summer Season
June 26 to August 30$ 2514 £ 1396 $ 2,405 € 1500 $ 2721 kr 16109 $ 1,796 $ 3032 £ 1684 $ 2,900 € 1809 $ 3282 kr 19427 $ 2,167 $ 3972 £ 2206 $ 3,799 € 2370 $ 4300 kr 25452 $ 2,838 $ 654 £ 363 $ 625 € 390 $ 708 kr 4188 $ 467 *Support vehicle added with a minimum of 8 participants at no extra charge
Extra Options
Electric bike: $ 210 £ 116 $ 200 € 125 $ 227 kr 1342 $ 150
Extra nights: On requestPlease Note
- Rates are based on double occupancy
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy
On this 7 day tour, you will cover approximately 243 km on a relatively flat route.
Airport Info
Fly to Porto Airport or Lisbon
Local Travel
Arrival to Porto Airport
Airport transfers from the airport are included in your tour price.
Arrival to Lisbon Airport
The airport is located quite close to Lisbon center. You can take a taxi or train into the city or the 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 in Lisbon, and from there, train to Porto with 0 transfers.
Train:
The train service connecting Lisbon to Porto is fast, modern, and comparatively inexpensive. There are two different train services between Porto to Lisbon; the Intercidades and the Alfa Pendular. The Alfa Pendular service is faster and offers a high standard of comfort and facilities (free WIFI and more legroom) but is significantly more expensive than the older Intercidades trains. Both train services are direct and travel time is anywhere from 2 1/2 hours to three hours.
Bus:
If you prefer travel by bus, the main intercity coach company of Portugal is Rede Expressos and they provide multiple express coach services between Lisbon and Porto. There are two main bus routes operated by Rede Expressos between Lisbon and Porto, one faster at 3.5 hours, and the other slower with more stops at 4.5 hours.To return to Porto or Lisbon
Return travel is included from Coimbra back to Porto for bookings of 4 or more. This can be by van or train, depending on number of participants. Depending on departure flight, transfer can be provided on this same day to the airport or the next day if necessary.
For groups less than 4, for return travel from Coimbra to Porto, or for any group size to return to Lisbon, you can request the purchase of train tickets in advance and pay upon your arrival. You can also purchase these tickets on your own. Please visit: www.cp.pt.Climate
Please check local conditions before your arrival. A good web site to use to research regional weather conditions is weatherbase.com. Here you will find average high/low temperatures and average rainfall as well.
Important to know
AIRPORT TRANSFERS:
Once your tour is confirmed, please send us your air travel details so that we can arrange your transfer.
DOCUMENTS:
Before you travel, please check your country's passport and visa requirements and the passport and visa requirements of the country/countries you plan to visit. For US citizens, the US Department of State website is a good source of information. The Country Information tab in the International Travel section provides details about passport validity, blank passport pages required, etc. For our other international clients, please be sure that you research your own country's travel requirements. It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure proper documentation.
*Important note: Beginning July 1, 2021, additional documentation from the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) 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 visa.
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Sergio Marques.
We value the strong relationship we have with our local partners and the services we provide.
We are not a broker.
We do not inflate tour prices.
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Photos
![Porto on Douro River in Portugal. Flickr:Vitor Oliveira]()
![The red roofs of Porto on Douro River in Portugal. Flickr:Harshil Shah]()
![Gorgeous tiled buildings in Porto, Portugal. Flickr:Berit Watkin]()
![Duoro River in Porto, Portugal. Flickr:Alex Ristea]()
![Harbor in Porto, Portugal. Flickr:Porfirio]()
![Group photo en route. Photo via TO]()
![Vintage Port Wine in Portugal is a must! Creative Commons:Wiki-portwine]()
![Biking the Silver Coast tour. Photo via TO]()
![Grilled octopus in Porto, Portugal. Flickr:Jeremy Keith]()
![Boats in Aveiro, Portugal. Flickr:Gabriel Gonzales]()
![Old Town of Porto, Portugal. Flickr:Daniel Cukier]()
![Bike rest in Porto, Portugal on the Silver Coast tour. Photo via TO]()
![Vineyards in the Douro River Valley where port wine is made. Flickr:matseye]()
![Porto on the Duoro River, Portugal. Wikimedia Commons:zoutedrop]()
![Portugal is where all port wines come from. Creative Commons:Wiki-portwine]()
![Bike to beach in Praia de Mira, Portugal. Flickr:Oleg]()
![Group photo. Photo via TO]()
![Douro River in Porto, Portugal. Flickr:PapaPiper]()
![Biking the Silver Coast tour. Photo via TO]()
![Quiet street in Porto. Portugal. Flickr:PapaPiper]()
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