Portugal Motorcycle Tour – 8 Days

Riding over unique and gorgeuos routes

A dive into Portugal´s magical tastes and smells

Picnics in nature

The Portuguese Republic is located mostly on the Iberian Peninsula. It is the westernmost country of mainland Europe, being bordered to the west and south by the Atlantic Ocean and to the north and east by Spain. Its territory also includes the Atlantic archipelagos of the Azores and Madeira, both autonomous regions with their own regional governments.  Portugal is the oldest state on the Iberian Peninsula and one of the oldest European nation-states, its territory having been continuously settled, invaded and fought over since prehistoric times.

In the 15th and 16th centuries, Portugal established itself as the first global empire, becoming one of the world’s major economic, political and military powers. During this period, today referred to as the Age of Discovery, Portuguese explorers pioneered maritime exploration, notably under royal patronage of Prince Henry the Navigator and King John II, with such notable voyages as Bartolomeu Dias’ sailing beyond the Cape of Good Hope, Vasco da Gama’s discovery of the sea route to India, and the European discovery of Brazil. Portugal monopolized the spice trade during this time, and the empire expanded in its power and influence.

A trip in Portugal will take us through this fascinating western part of the Iberian Peninsula, coming across history, culture, sights, tastes, and smells, which are so unique to this part of the world.

The winding paths, ancient towns, and spectacular seaside roads are one big natural amusement park for motorcycling enthusiasts.

Day 1 - Lisbon

After landing in Lisbon in the afternoon hours, we will meet for a short introduction, before heading out to the city for a nice dinner.

We will later on reach the hotel for a good rest before the beginning of our tour.

Day 2 - Lisbon - Tomar - Serra da Lousã

First thing in the morning we will get our bikes, and head out northeastwards along the River Tajo. Our first stop will be in Tomar – a tiny town considered to be one of the most beautiful in the country, with a rich history. If time allows we will visit the old synagogue in the town. After having wandered around the ancient alleyways for a while we will start riding again, making our way over mountainside roads, passing by picturesque villages, towards the Lousã mountain range, where we will spend the night.

Daily total: 226-250 kilometers.

Day 3 - Kayaking in Mondego - Serra da Estrela

After breakfast we will go on a kayaking activity over the river Mondego, and afterwards we will head towards one of the tour’s highlights, where we will spend the next 2 doays getting to know – Serra da Estrela, or, the Star mountain range. Today will be spent traveling through the southern side of the range, before continuing northwards to the town of Belmonte. We will spend the night at a hotel in the region.

Daily Total: 180 kilometers

Day 4 - Serra da Estrela

Today, a motorcyclists paradise awaits us. We will head on a ride around the renowned Serra da Estrela. We will pass through winding mountain roads and ancient villages, before ascending to the Torre – the highest point in all of Portugal.

In the evening we will get back to the same hotel.

Daily Total: 130 kilometers.

Day 5 - Vale do Douro

After breakfast we will head northwards to the region of Beira, where isolated villages and ancient castles can be found. We will continue on our way towards the Douro Valley, one of the world´s most ancient wine regions, where we´ll get to know the local wineries and their produce. We will spend the night in th etown of Lamego.

Daily Total: 180 kilometers.

Day 6 - Valle do Douro - Porto

We will spend this morning continuing to ride through the valley’s baeautiful scenery. This day’s ride will be shorter however, to allow us enough time to visit one of Europe’s most fascinating cities  – Porto. We will reach the city in the afternoon hours and we will take advantage of the rest of the day enjoying this unique place.

Daily Total: 140 kilometers.

Day 7 - Porto - Óbidos

We will leave beautiful Porto southwards along the coast and its picturesque villages, and reach Batalha, where time seems to have stood still. In the evening hours we will reach the town of Óbidos – a medieval town surrounded by a very well preserved wall. We will spend the night here.

Daily Total: 270 kilometers.

Day 8 - Óbidos - Sintra - Lisbon and the Atlantic

Today we will head back towards the coast with one of Portugal’s most gorgeous destinations along the way – Sintra. This place seems as if taken from a fairytale, with its palaces and castles swallowed by the thick forest. After a tour around Sintra, we will head back towards Lisbon and if time permits we will pass by Cabo de la Roca, the westernmost point in mainland Europe and what was once considered to literally be “the end pf the world”.

Daily Total: 220 kilometers.

Tour Total: 1350 kilometers.

Price:

Number of Participants

Price per Person

8-9

____

10-11

____
12-13

____

14-15

____

16+

____

IMPORTANT NOTES:

  • Equipment for motorbike tours: It is extremely important to bring along good walking shoes and suitable clothing. Personal belongings can be kept in the accompanying vehicle.
  • It is highly recommended to hold suitable insurance.
  • Kokopeli Experience is not responsible for the condition of the motorbikes or for any problems that might arise; those are the sole responsibility of the rental company.
  • Neither Kokopeli Experience nor the guide can be held responsible for the condition of the roads, or for accidents and falls which might occur while riding.
  • The route may be altered at any time due to problems on the roads, weather conditions or the decision of the guide on the spot.
  • The price of the excursion will depend on the final composition decided upon for the trip, the duration, the route and the activities included.

PRICE INCLUDES:

  • 7 nights half board accommodation at Pyrenees hotels, per person in double room
  • Professional English speaking guide
  • Logistics vehicle with necessary first aid and rescue kits
  • Communication equipment (walkie-talkie radios)
  • Picnic and coffee kit
  • Mineral water
  • Entries according to itinerary
  • Transport according to necessary
  • Tips for local service providers

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

  • Flights
  • Motorcycle rental
  • Travel and luggage insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Lunch (picnic lunches can be included at 7€ per person per day. Restaurant lunches should cost between 8€ -12€)
  • Entries and activities beyond the aforementioned
  • Tip for tour guide
  • Summer extra fee – 95€

 

Insurance:

  • Full coverage Insurance with 2000€ deductible
  • VIP Insurance available for 20€/day with a 350€ deductible
  • Helmat and jacket available for rental, pending on availability

 

Motorcycle models:

  1. BMW F700GS

  2. BMW F800GS

  3. BMW F800GT

  4. BMW R1200R

  5. BMW R1200GS LC

  6. BMW R1200GS ADV

  7. BMW S1000XR

  8. BMW R1200RT LC

  9. BMW K1600GT

A trip in Portugal will take us through this fascinating western part of the Iberian Peninsula, coming across history, culture, sights, tastes, and smells, which are so unique to this part of the world.

The winding paths, ancient towns, and spectacular seaside roads are one big natural amusement park for motorcycling enthusiasts.

Day 1 - Lisbon

After landing in Lisbon in the afternoon hours, we will meet for a short introduction, before heading out to the city for a nice dinner.

We will later on reach the hotel for a good rest before the beginning of our tour.

Day 2 - Lisbon - Tomar - Serra da Lousã

First thing in the morning we will get our bikes, and head out northeastwards along the River Tajo. Our first stop will be in Tomar – a tiny town considered to be one of the most beautiful in the country, with a rich history. If time allows we will visit the old synagogue in the town. After having wandered around the ancient alleyways for a while we will start riding again, making our way over mountainside roads, passing by picturesque villages, towards the Lousã mountain range, where we will spend the night.

Daily total: 226-250 kilometers.

Day 3 - Kayaking in Mondego - Serra da Estrela

After breakfast we will go on a kayaking activity over the river Mondego, and afterwards we will head towards one of the tour’s highlights, where we will spend the next 2 doays getting to know – Serra da Estrela, or, the Star mountain range. Today will be spent traveling through the southern side of the range, before continuing northwards to the town of Belmonte. We will spend the night at a hotel in the region.

Daily Total: 180 kilometers

Day 4 - Serra da Estrela

Today, a motorcyclists paradise awaits us. We will head on a ride around the renowned Serra da Estrela. We will pass through winding mountain roads and ancient villages, before ascending to the Torre – the highest point in all of Portugal.

In the evening we will get back to the same hotel.

Daily Total: 130 kilometers.

Day 5 - Vale do Douro

After breakfast we will head northwards to the region of Beira, where isolated villages and ancient castles can be found. We will continue on our way towards the Douro Valley, one of the world´s most ancient wine regions, where we´ll get to know the local wineries and their produce. We will spend the night in th etown of Lamego.

Daily Total: 180 kilometers.

Day 6 - Valle do Douro - Porto

We will spend this morning continuing to ride through the valley’s baeautiful scenery. This day’s ride will be shorter however, to allow us enough time to visit one of Europe’s most fascinating cities  – Porto. We will reach the city in the afternoon hours and we will take advantage of the rest of the day enjoying this unique place.

Daily Total: 140 kilometers.

Day 7 - Porto - Óbidos

We will leave beautiful Porto southwards along the coast and its picturesque villages, and reach Batalha, where time seems to have stood still. In the evening hours we will reach the town of Óbidos – a medieval town surrounded by a very well preserved wall. We will spend the night here.

Daily Total: 270 kilometers.

Day 8 - Óbidos - Sintra - Lisbon and the Atlantic

Today we will head back towards the coast with one of Portugal’s most gorgeous destinations along the way – Sintra. This place seems as if taken from a fairytale, with its palaces and castles swallowed by the thick forest. After a tour around Sintra, we will head back towards Lisbon and if time permits we will pass by Cabo de la Roca, the westernmost point in mainland Europe and what was once considered to literally be “the end pf the world”.

Daily Total: 220 kilometers.

Tour Total: 1350 kilometers.

Price:

Number of Participants

Price per Person

8-9

____

10-11

____
12-13

____

14-15

____

16+

____

IMPORTANT NOTES:

  • Equipment for motorbike tours: It is extremely important to bring along good walking shoes and suitable clothing. Personal belongings can be kept in the accompanying vehicle.
  • It is highly recommended to hold suitable insurance.
  • Kokopeli Experience is not responsible for the condition of the motorbikes or for any problems that might arise; those are the sole responsibility of the rental company.
  • Neither Kokopeli Experience nor the guide can be held responsible for the condition of the roads, or for accidents and falls which might occur while riding.
  • The route may be altered at any time due to problems on the roads, weather conditions or the decision of the guide on the spot.
  • The price of the excursion will depend on the final composition decided upon for the trip, the duration, the route and the activities included.

PRICE INCLUDES:

  • 7 nights half board accommodation at Pyrenees hotels, per person in double room
  • Professional English speaking guide
  • Logistics vehicle with necessary first aid and rescue kits
  • Communication equipment (walkie-talkie radios)
  • Picnic and coffee kit
  • Mineral water
  • Entries according to itinerary
  • Transport according to necessary
  • Tips for local service providers

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

  • Flights
  • Motorcycle rental
  • Travel and luggage insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Lunch (picnic lunches can be included at 7€ per person per day. Restaurant lunches should cost between 8€ -12€)
  • Entries and activities beyond the aforementioned
  • Tip for tour guide
  • Summer extra fee – 95€

 

Insurance:

  • Full coverage Insurance with 2000€ deductible
  • VIP Insurance available for 20€/day with a 350€ deductible
  • Helmat and jacket available for rental, pending on availability

 

Motorcycle models:

  1. BMW F700GS

  2. BMW F800GS

  3. BMW F800GT

  4. BMW R1200R

  5. BMW R1200GS LC

  6. BMW R1200GS ADV

  7. BMW S1000XR

  8. BMW R1200RT LC

  9. BMW K1600GT

Price:

Number of Participants

Price per Person

8-9

____

10-11

____
12-13

____

14-15

____

16+

____

IMPORTANT NOTES:

  • Equipment for motorbike tours: It is extremely important to bring along good walking shoes and suitable clothing. Personal belongings can be kept in the accompanying vehicle.
  • It is highly recommended to hold suitable insurance.
  • Kokopeli Experience is not responsible for the condition of the motorbikes or for any problems that might arise; those are the sole responsibility of the rental company.
  • Neither Kokopeli Experience nor the guide can be held responsible for the condition of the roads, or for accidents and falls which might occur while riding.
  • The route may be altered at any time due to problems on the roads, weather conditions or the decision of the guide on the spot.
  • The price of the excursion will depend on the final composition decided upon for the trip, the duration, the route and the activities included.

PRICE INCLUDES:

  • 7 nights half board accommodation at Pyrenees hotels, per person in double room
  • Professional English speaking guide
  • Logistics vehicle with necessary first aid and rescue kits
  • Communication equipment (walkie-talkie radios)
  • Picnic and coffee kit
  • Mineral water
  • Entries according to itinerary
  • Transport according to necessary
  • Tips for local service providers

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

  • Flights
  • Motorcycle rental
  • Travel and luggage insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Lunch (picnic lunches can be included at 7€ per person per day. Restaurant lunches should cost between 8€ -12€)
  • Entries and activities beyond the aforementioned
  • Tip for tour guide
  • Summer extra fee – 95€