A National Geographic Traveler A*List Top Vacation Tour Packages from 3 to13 Days, Guided or our most popular Self-Guided available year round. Cycle the Costa Azul or Alentejo wine country regions. 10% Couples discounts on 3-7 Day self-guided tours Starting at
$1,200 per trip
The Portuguese say it best, Ouro sobre Azul, meaning, a more perfect combination of things couldn't be imagined. We think this line best represents how you'll feel on one of our tours. The gold of the sun reflecting off the cool shimmer of the Atlantic ocean to your right, and the brilliant blue sky serving as the perfect backdrop to the golden waves of the Alentejo grasslands on your left, as you make your way through a Blue Coast Bikes tour. With the core of our team having the better part of the last twenty years in experience on the Costa Azul, we are confident your tours will give you that in-depth and personal look into Portugal's colorful culture that only a local could have. From the delectable cuisine and delicious array of fine wines each night, to your room, high above the old town in a luxurious 15th century castle, we want you to feel a royal welcome, each and every day.
Like gold over blue. The combination of our warm and welcoming community of friends and partners along the coast, and the satisfaction you'll have piloting your lightweight touring bike to the next picturesque European village, make for a traditional recipe of relaxation, serenidade, and above all, a dose of fresh air for your soul. Be a part of a clean air, Eco-tour experience today, and join us on the coast!
Generally we like to welcome anyone on our tours, as long as they are capable of handling 3-5 hours of riding on a bicycle per day by yourself. We encourage couples to spend their honeymoons riding together down the coast on a self-guided tour for those romantic beach sunsets, and we like to have larger groups come for our Corporate Team Builders rides, as they are a great way to spend time outside of the office! For singles, what better way to meet people from all over the world than to spend a week riding a bike through Portugal with them? We certainly can't think of one...Our guidelines for children are as follows: Our bicycles are Trek hybrid style and do not accommodate child carriers. If you bring a child that cannot operate an adult sized bicycle, you must bring your own bicycle with the capability of transporting your child. Bicycles outside of our own fleet should be approved by our office before they can be accepted. Children over the age of 12-13 (typically) using a bike on their own,will be charged the basic per person rate. We do like to remain flexible however, and will normally take things on a case by case basis. Please contact us if you have any further questions on this matter.
All your accommodations during the tour are part of the package price. We stay in Castles, renaissance mansions, and delightful traditional country Portuguese villas along the Costa Azul and in the Alentejo and rooms are priced on same-sex double room arrangements. For singles supplements email us asap as they are subject to limited availability. Our partnership with the luxurious and historical 4-5 star pousadas gives our guests the opportunity to relax and unwind in the chambers of former Kings and Queens! Their service is excellent and we wouldn't think of staying anywhere else. To us, we feel that being as loyal to the Portuguese way of life, both past and present, helps our guests in their submergence into the culture. You'll leave here with a sense that you gained a home away from home, given the good natured hospitality of the Portuguese and their laid back way of life. On a self-guided tour, we can customize your route and further, where you'll stay. All the options mentioned above are available to Self-Guided riders, plus we have options where you can use a series of campgrounds along the coast as an alternative. Contact us to customize your tour today!
No pets of any kind are allowed on our routes. There is also no smoking allowed in any Bluecoastbikes vehicle or office location. Please see our notes above regarding children. Our insurance will cover you while on our tours for the type of activity that we offer, however it is highly advised for anyone to obtain their own form of travel insurance before travelling. Beyond this, we welcome any person of any gender, race, nationality or other to join us on the coast for a true cultural adventure!
Tour pricing for 3 day self guided tour with accommodations starting at 485Euro per person.Only for Real Adventures visitors, get 10% discount.
Tour pricing for 7 day/6 night self guided tour with accommodations, 6 breakfasts, and gear starting at 1700Euro per person. Only for Real Adventures visitors, 10% discount
Tour pricing for weeklong guided adventures with meals and accommodations 2300-2500euro
Throughout the year we also offer daily rentals in Setubal and guided tours, as well as 4WD tours, starting at 10 Eur per person.
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