Self Guided Cycling In The Douro Valley
Portugal
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Enjoy historical villages, the River Douro and some of the world's finest
wine
Itinerary
Start Porto airport; transfer approx. 3 hours to Castelo Rodrigo, not far from the Spanish border.
Cycle across high plains to Almeida and Escarigo on the Spanish border
Cycle to Aldeia do Juízo along backroads with beautiful landscapes
Cycle through the historical villages of Marialva, Meda and on to Penedono
Ride to the UNESCO World Heritage listed vineyards of the Douro Valley
Pinhao Loop cycling along the Douro River
Transfer back to the airport, or choose to spend extra time in the cosmopolitan city of Porto.
Additional Information
This cycling holiday in the Douro will acquaint you with fascinating and
magical surroundings, delicious cuisine and some of the world's finest wines
(including, of course Port Wine, for which the region is famous). The ride
begins in Castelo Rodrigo, a medieval village close to where Portugal borders
Spain, and home to an ancient castle and arched palace gates. Your cycling
heads across the highland plain to the Spanish border and on through
historical villages to the River Douro. You'll cycle through uniquely
terraced vineyards and take in the typical towns and villages of the region,
including Pinhao, where many of the famous Port wine estates are located. The
accommodation is all chosen with the greatest care and you'll stay in
different types, from delightful rural houses to 3 and 4 star hotels.
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