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Jon has successfully reached the Algarve, riding from the UK! Jon Dear, who left Worcester UK to ride up to the Algarve has just arrived, safe and sound, in Baldaia. During his ride, Jon was raising awareness for two charities, the Pituitary foundation and Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research. In Portugal, Jon rode from the Douro to Porto, where he was joineD […]

The epitome of summer riding is pedaling the yellow fields of Alentejo. Here are some pictures taken from our bike tours in Alentejo. Wake up from the deep sleep of a thousand years in the master suite of your own castle/monastery, once the home of the Knights of Malta in Portugal; Start your day riding […]

The portuguese wine producing company was voted the best in the world in 2015 The portuguese company Sogrape Vinhos has been considered the best wine producer of the world in 2015. The distinction was awarded by the World Association of Writers and Journalists of Wines and Spirits (WAWWJ), that created a ranking with the top 100 producers worldwide ( of which seven are portuguese). The […]

Jon Dear is pedalling from the UK to the Algarve as we write this post - and he needs your help. Jon Dear is 48 years of age and has holidayed most years in the Algarve "since I was 10 – it’s a special place for us and I have Portuguese relatives." Jon is currently cycling […]

From the Douro river to the world, some inspiration for your weekend rides from our bike tours in Douro. A PERFECT DAY OUT RIDING BY THE DOURO RIVER Wake up with a big smile: you are in the world's first demarcated wine region. Amazing viewpoints and a UNESCO world heritage scenario are what's in store […]

There's no better reason to head to the mountains for a 3 day bike tour, climb to Torre and enjoy the local gastronomy while staying at a great hotel. The SkyRoad Granfondo Serra da Estrela is taking place this 12th of July 2015 and we're riding it too! Featuring as a Live Love Ride Special […]

Some of our favourite rides in the Douro Vinhateiro, in the Cima Corgo region ( between Peso da Régua and Valeira dam). Amazing place for a bike tour in Portugal! Riding in the Douro is an experience through the ages, as you get to ride alongside the river and enjoy the landscapes of the Douro […]

Serra da Arrábida is a national park located on the northern shore of the Sado River estuary, nearby Lisbon, and a great place to ride. The park was founded in 1976 and covers 108 square kilometres, including a mountain range with it’s highest point at 499 meters. It is also an amazing place to ride your road bike, as it […]

Exploring the beautiful roads around Portugal's capital. This was another weekend of great riding and lovely spring weather, ok, more like summer than spring but that's Portugal. We started this half day ride early, in order to enjoy the weather, the empty roads and to be back in time for the Easter Sunday lunch with the family. […]

Every year, the Way of St. James is a go to destination for thousands of pilgrims around the world. Be it for religious, cultural, historical, gastronomical, spiritual or any other reason, the "Camiño" can easily become an unforgettable experience for many travellers. And Cycling the Portuguese Camino is truly an unforgettable experience.   The Way […]