EPIC Trans Portugal
EPIC Trans Portugal
Portugal - one of the best kept secrets in European cycling
Take the high road across this quiet country’s wondrously diverse terrain. Enjoy the magnificent scenery, historic villages and traffic-free roads – and of course it wouldn’t be Thomson terrain without a few big climbs.
Featured Climbs
Torre, Senhora da Graca, Serra de Alvelos
Overview
Details
Next Departure
October 15th 2023
From
USD $4,495
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Non-Rider Friendly
No
Rental Bike
USD $500
Ride Program
Total Distance
Total Elevation
Daily Av. Distance
Daily Av. Elevation
Overview
Portugal is one of Europe’s hidden cycling gems. The country has everything for the avid road cyclist: big climbs, magnificent scenery, historic villages (complete with cobbles!), and exceptional food and wine. Combine all of the above with the quietest, traffic-free roads you’ll find anywhere in Europe, super-friendly locals and impressive historical hotels and you’ll soon understand why Portugal is a firm favourite with repeat guests and staff alike.
And who would have thought that one of Europe’s toughest climbs would be in Portugal. 30km (19 miles) in length and with a total elevation gain of 1,765m (5,800ft), the climb to the Torre ski-station in the Serra Estrela is up there with the Col du Tourmalet and other Tour de France legends.
Bring your climbing legs and get ready for some of the best cycling to be found anywhere in Europe.
Jon Banks, USA — 2018
Dexter Hodgeman, USA — 2021
Brian Mueller, USA — 2021
Itinerary
| Day | Description | Distance | Elevation | Hotel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Welcome to Portugal! | Pousada Vila Vicosa | |||
| 02 | Marvao via Sao Mamede | Monte Filipe Hotel & Spa | |||
| 03 | Portas de Almourao | Hotel Santa Margarida | |||
| 04 | Torre! | Casa das Penhas Douradas | |||
| 05 | The Douro Valley | Delfim Douro Hotel | |||
| 06 | Senhora da Graca | Agua Hotel | |||
| 07 | Serras da Cabreira and Geres | Pousada de Amares | |||
| 08 | Tchau! | ||||
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Itinerary Detail
Day 1
Distance
Elevation
Welcome to Portugal!
Your trip starts at Lisbon Airport where our staff will meet you before the short transfer to your hotel in the ancient Royal city of Vila Vicosa.
After lunch, orientation meeting, and bike build-up, you’ll head out on an afternoon warm-up ride through the Portuguese countryside around Vila Vicosa.
Day 2
Distance
Elevation
Marvao via Sao Mamede
Your first destination on the journey across Portugal is one of the country’s most spectacular hilltop fortified villages, Marvao. You’ll ride through the magnificent Serra da Sao Mamede Natural Park and climb to Montarecos, the highest peak in the park at just over 1,000m (3,300 ft).
Tip: make sure to save some energy for the final climb of the day.
Day 3
Distance
Elevation
Portas de Almourao
Enjoy the spectacular views of the River Ocreza Canyon from the Portas de Almourao as you make your way north to Oleiros.
Tip: Save something in the tank for the final 16km climb to Serra de Alvelos.
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Map & Profile
| Climb | Distance | Elevation | Av. Grade | Category | |
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| No major climbs today | |||||
| Climb | Distance | Elevation | Av. Grade | Category | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Sao Mamede from Alegrete |
4.8% | 2 | ||
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Marvao from Portagem |
5.4% | 3 | ||
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| Climb | Distance | Elevation | Av. Grade | Category | |
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Serra de Alvelos from Alvito da Beira |
4.8% | 1 | ||
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Climbs
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Climbs
Dates & Prices
| Date | Booking Status | Availability | Price / Per Person | Single Supplement | Non-rider Discount | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | |||||||
Oct 15 - 22 |
Taking Bookings |
Places Available |
USD $4,495
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USD $800 |
USD $840 |
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What's Included
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Accommodations & Meals
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Nutrition during the ride
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Pick-up/Drop-off Info
Arrival
| Pickup Location | Time |
|---|---|
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Lisbon Airport |
9:00am |
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Radisson Blu Hotel Lisbon |
9:00am |
Departure
| Drop Off Location | Time |
|---|---|
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Porto Airport |
9:00am |
Rental Bikes
Frame
Felt FR Advanced
Groupset
2023 SRAM Force AXS 12-speed
Weight
7.7kg (size 53)
Wheels
Reynolds AR46 DB Custom
Chainrings
48x35
Cassette
10-33
Sizes
47, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61
Price
USD $500
EPIC Trans Portugal
Join us for incredibly quiet, traffic-free cycling through magnificent scenery, historic villages and BIG mountains
