Alentejo is located in the South part of Portugal, between Lisbon and the Algarve. The word itself “Além-Tejo” means “beyond the Tagus River”, since its geographical limits start right there, after the Tagus River. It borders also, on East with Spain and on West with the Atlantic Ocean. Most noteworthy the region occupies about…
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5 Myths About Bicycle Tours
With our bike tour experience, namely in the luxury segment, we took an article from USA Today and adapted it to our reality. Let’s check those myths! 1 – Bicycle Tours are always through mountain roads or complicated routes There are of course companies that develop mountain routes on uneven ground, with steep climbs…
4 Reasons to Choose a Luxury Bicycle Tour
Based on our experience over these past 4 years, here are the 4 main reasons to choose a Luxury Bicycle Tour: 1 – Bicycle Knowledge and Repair On a luxury bicycling tour, equipment is never a secondary factor. Care for all materials is doubled and replacement parts are readily available. A bike expert is never…
Alentejo wines, what’s so special about about them?
We wouldn’t blame you if you thought Alentejo was nothing more than a beautiful region, with its long plains, fantastic beaches and unique landscapes. The truth is, it’s so much more than that: it’s one of the most important wine regions of Portugal! However, as in most success stories, it wasn’t always like that. For…
10 must-see locations in Alentejo
Throughout our bicycle tours we have the privilege to go through some of the most amazing locations in Portugal, in the Alentejo. This region is rich in tradition, preserved historical legacy, and the beauty that nature bestowed it. They’re fantastic places. Keep reading and find out about what makes these places unmissable not only in our…