Tourinfo - Portugal: Castles and history

Overview

Portugal – The history of this seafaring nation is characterised by explorers and conquerors, while the natural beauty of this diverse country is virtually second to none. Extensive lowlands and kilometres of spectacular shoreline, fertile river valleys and imposing mountain ranges create the backdrop for this fascinating motorbike tour. Historic cities, hospitable people, delicious cuisine and fabulous wines are just waiting to be discovered.

Our trip goes over Sierra Morena towards the mountains of the Serra Estrella. Here we find the highest mountains of Portugals, where we will spend an extra day before we travel further towards the most westerly point in Europe, the Cabo de Roca. In Lisbon we take another restday to explore this fascinating metropole. Our tour will go on along the Atlantic to Sagres before returning via Aracena and Seville to the starting point of our tour.

The tour offers complete motorcycling pleasure on winding mountain and country roads. The roads throughout the entire route are asphalted. The comfort of a 3* to 4* hotel (Pousadas) awaits us after a day's riding.

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Main features of the tour:

Start/Finish:Malaga
Duration: 11 days 
Total distance: Approx. 2.400 km
Tour character: Mountain and panoramic roads
Accommodation: Selected 4* hotels
Highlights: Lisbon, Seville, Sagres

Tourmap

Tourkarte Motorradtour Portugal

Daily stages

    • Day 1: Arrival in Malaga
    • Day 2: Malaga – Zafra (ca. 450 km)
    • Day 3: Zafra – Brücke von Alcantara – Manteigas (ca. 352 km)
    • Day 4: Manteigas – Serra Estrella – Manteigas (ca. 180 km)
    • Day 5: Manteigas – Castelo de Bode (250 km)
    • Day 6: Castello de Bode - Lisabon (ca. 265 km)
    • Day 7: Lissabon - Rundreise / RastDay (ca. 150 km)
    • Day 8: Lissabon – Lagos (ca. 311 km)
    • Day 9: Lagos – Aracena (ca. 330 km)
    • Day 10: Aracena – Sevilla – Malaga (ca.390 km)
    • Day 11: Retrun journey

Course of events

Day 1: Arrival in Malaga
Arrival at Malaga airport and transfer to the htoel. Introductions over dinner with Spanish wine while giving us an opportunity to discuss our tour.

Day 2: Malaga – Zafra
On a spectacular mountain road, the first stage of our motorbike tour takes us through Andalusia's fascinating mountains – welcome to Andalusia the motorbiking paradise – and we continue on these winding roads until we reach our destination for today – Zafra.

Day 3: Zafra – bridge of Alcantara – Manteigas
Over the bridge of Alacantara (until now the best preserved Roman bridge) we reach Portugal. This border area between Spain and Portugal conveys the impressions that time here has simply stood still. Cork oak forests, a sea of flowers, picturesque lakes and ancient Spanish villages adorn our route through the mountains of the Serra Estrella.

Day 4: Manteigas – Serra Estrella – Manteigas
We extend our stay in the Serra Estrella by one day as this mountainous region tempts us with magnificent mountain passes and wonderful panoramic views. This region is home to Portugal's highest mountains with their winding roads serving as a yardstick for any serious biker. In the evening we can relax in a grand Pousada in the middle of the nature reserve.

Day 5: Manteigas - Castelo de Bode
We stay with our bikes on the panoramic roads. Also on this part of the tour you can enjoy the impressive views and perfect roads. We drive through de Serra de Lousa and pass ancient authentic, partly deserted, villages.

Day 6: Castello de Boda - Lisbon
We are only a few kilometres separates from the capital of Portugal, Lisbon (Lisboa), which is located on the left bank of the river Tejo. The best way to to get an impression of the atmosphere of the old city of Lisbon, is to stroll through the bairro (district) Alfama. Here you will find a labyrinth of small streets and alleys with old houses, former palaces and bars.

Day 7: Lisbon – Round trip
We head west, further west and to the most western point of the continent of Europe, the Cabo da Roca where we can gaze out at the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean. After this trip we turn our entire attention back to Lisbon with all its amazing places of interest.

Day 8: Lisbon - Lagos
After the hustle and bustle of the city, we drive further along the Atlantic coast. Our route will take us to Cabo des Sinnes, Cabo de Sao Vicente, and to the southwestern point of the continent Europe; Sagres. Some splendid views over ocean are guaranteed here.

Day 9: Lagos – Aracena
Today we ride through the province of Alentejo through cork oak forests, past grain fields and olive trees. The roads lined with eucalyptus trees seem to wind endlessly through the countryside. In the Serra Morena we will relax in a beautiful Finca where we can taste the delicious Cerdo Iberico (Iberian ham).

Day 10: Aracena – Seville – Malaga
On the way back to the starting point of our journey we still have enough time to visit Seville, the capital city and heart of Andalusian culture. Seville, the focal point of bullfighting and flamenco, is undoubtedly one of the Spain's most exciting and fascinating cities. Back in Malaga over a farewell dinner we look back at some of the fantastic impressions of the past weeks.

Day 11: Return journey
Note: We reserve the right to make minor changes to the tour.

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Prices and services

TOURPRICES

Driver€ 2.390Pillion€ 2.290Single room surcharge€ 350

YOUR MOTORCYCLE ON TOUR

Your own bike€ 0
BMW G650GS€ 675
BMW F650GS€ 720
BMW F800GS€ 855
BMW R1200GS€ 900
BMW R1200R€ 900
BMW R1200RT€ 1.107

OUR SERVICES

Transfer in Malaga
 Rental bike incl. comprehensive insurance
 Accommodation in first class 4* Hotels
 Breakfast and Dinner
 English/Spanish speaking tour guide
 Chase vehicle
 Information package / Maps
 Souvenir

Not included:
 Flight, Fuel, Drinks, Snacks

TOURDATES

2012:

12 May - 22 May 2012

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Portugal: Castles and history
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Driver:2.390 Euro
Passenger2.290 Euro
Singleroom desired:350 Euro per person
Bikes:
On your own motorcycle 0 Euro
BMW G 650GS 675 Euro
BMW F 650GS 720 Euro
BMW F 800GS 855 Euro
BMW R 1200GS 900 Euro
BMW R 1200R 900 Euro
BMW R 1200RT 1.107 Euro
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