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.
Main features of the tour:
Start/Finish:La Herradura, Malaga
Duration: 11 days
Total distance: Approx. 2.400 km
Tour character: Mountain and panoramic roads
Accommodation: Selected 3* 4* hotels
Highlights: Lisbon, Seville, Sagres
Tourmap

Daily stages
- Day 1: Arrival in Malaga
- Day 2: La Herradura - Cordoba (about 260 km)
- Day 3: Cordoba Sierra Morena Elvas (about 290 km)
- Day 4: Elvas Alcantara Manteigas (Serra Estrella) (about 290 km)
- Day 5: Manteigas Serra Estrella Manteigas (about 220 km)
- Day 6: Serra Estrella - Marγo (about 220 km)
- Day 7: Marγo Porto (about 220 km)
- Day 8: Rest day Porto
- Day 9: Guimarγes Condeixa a Nova (about 300 km)
- Day 10: Condeixa a Nova Lisbon (about 320 km)
- Day 11: Lisbon round trip (about 100 km)
- Day 12: Lisbon - Alvito (about 250 km)
- Day 13: Alvito Aracena (about 250 km)
- Day 14: Aracena Seville La Herradura (about 230 km)
- Day 15: Return journey
Course of events
Day 1: Arrival in Malaga
Arrival at Malaga airport and transfer to La Herradura. Your motorbike will be waiting for you directly at the hotel.
Introductions over dinner with Spanish wine while giving us an opportunity to discuss our tour.
Day 2: La Herradura (Costa del Sol) 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 La Herradura
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 La Herradura 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
Type of Motorcycle |
Rider |
Pillion |
BMW F 650 GS ABS |
2.800 Euro |
2.200 Euro |
BMW F 650 GS ABS twin |
2.980 Euro |
2.200 Euro |
BMW G 800 GS ABS |
3.180 Euro |
2.200 Euro |
BMW R 1200 GS ABS |
3.400 Euro |
2.200 Euro |
Surcharge for single room: 350 Euro per person Rider on private motorcycle staying in DR: 2.400 Euro |
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Transfer in Andalusia Rental bike incl. Comprehensive insurance Accommodation in selected, 3* - 4* Hotels Breakfast and Dinner English/Spanish speaking tour guide Chase vehicle Various admissions Information package / Maps Souvenir Not included : Flight, Fuel Drinks, Snacks |
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