We recommend a flight that arrives in the morning of May 9th into Porto Airport. We will meet in you in arrivals!

We will arrange for you to be taken (with any bikes and luggage you have of course!) from Porto Airport to Chaves, the home of KM0.

After your arrival we will set up your bikes and have a welcome briefing.

In the evening we will enjoy dinner all together in a traditional restaurant in the town centre.

The first day will you straight into the heart of the Douro Valley – famous for its wine and beautiful landscapes.

We have made this a slightly shorter day, to get the group acclimatised and pace themselves for the days to come.

Duration

87km, 1100m+

We will stay in the bike-friendly Hotel Columbano, located just a 10 minute walk from the centre of Peso da Regua. Unwind on the rooftop terrace, taking in stunning views of the Douro River.

This day will take you first out of Peso da Regua for a long climb through fabulous vineyards and continuing on through traditional villages built with large dark stone and large swathes of forest and agriculture.

You will end the day in Tondela, a charming town with many great restaurants and cafes.

Duration

105km, 1862m+

This is one of our favourite hotels right on the N2 in the lovely town of Tondela. We always have such a friendly welcome here from the staff who we have made friends with over the years. Easy bike storage, spacious rooms and a pool overlooking the mountains makes this hotel ideal for our cycling guests.

The N2 today starts with an easy stretch down to the beautiful Santa Comba Dão, and winds through Penacova and over some initial hills to Gois. Then we have a long climb out of Gois, through the pine-covered region, down to the Zezere river and into Pedrogao Grande.

Duration

123km, 1900m+

This amazing 4* hotel sits on the top of a hill overlooking the reservoir for the river Zêzere. It has a spectacular pool and restaurant looking at the view, as well as a spa and spacious bedrooms.

Hotel restaurant.

The first half of today continues winding through the hilly pine-covered region, past Serta and Vila de Rei, along the small and winding N2 'Antigua' - usually a highlight section for our guests! After lunch in Abrantes with its impressive castle, the landscape opens up into the rolling southern Alentejo landscape you will know for the coming days. The 20km of the day is very flat, and can be hot too - a completely different landscape from the previous days.

Duration

132km, 1500m+

It's time for a real treat at the end of this longer day of cycling through the Alentejo - the 5* hotel of Montargil which overlooks the stunning Montargil Reservoir. Relax in style in the luxurious rooms, spa or by one of the mulitple pools. The superb breakfast will certainly be a highlight as well!

This penultimate day takes you through the heart of the Alentejo – through long straight tree-lined roads for much of the day. You will pass through the beautiful blue and white villages of Torrão and Brotas before reaching your destination at the fantastic 4* hotel of Hotel do Gato – a perfect place to relax after your day of cycling.

Difficulty

122km, 1400m+

Today will take riders through the southern Alentejo, vast plains and small traditional villages and into the ‘Serra de Caldeirão’ in the northern Algarve. We believe this to be one of the most stunning stretches of the N2, as it winds through cork oak forests. The last 30km are mostly downhill as riders make the descent from Barranco do Velho to Faro. A must-do is a stop by the final N2 Roundabout, to cement your completion of this challenge!

Duration

154km, 1700m+

We will finish with another treat - the 5* Eva Senses hotel right on the Marina in Faro.
Stunning huge rooms overlooking the Ria Formosa, and within a stones throw distance to all the bars and restaurants in the centre of town.

We will be sad to see you leave!

We will take you to Faro Airport in time for your flight.

Até a proxima...

Expect early to mid-20sC in the north and 30+C in the Alentejo by afternoon. May is an excellent time to cycle in Portugal, with green landscapes and wildflowers in bloom. We'd be very unlucky to get multiple days of rain, but it can happen.

The N2 is achievable for most cyclists with some consistent training. Early days are designed to ease riders in. The road itself rarely exceeds 10% gradient, but the challenge is riding consecutive days across the full country.
Everyone has days that are more or less challenging - but we are there every pedal stroke of the way to encourage and support you!

Expect fantastic Portuguese cuisine suitable for cyclists and great coffee stops during the ride. Dinners will be either at the hotel or within walking distance.

Our support van will follow us during the day, and will be accessible at least once for you to get your day bag. We will stop twice at suitable locations to have a coffee, snack and then lunch. The van will be stocked with water, bars, bananas, energy drink, nuts, and other snacks, as well as a light lunch (e.g. sandwiches) for everyone each day.

Please note that we stop at cafés - coffee bought there is not included - but we really encourage customers to support the local community through buying a coffee or drink when they can!

• Bike*

• Inner tube, hand pump, levers, multitool*

• Pedals

• Helmet

• Cycling shoes

• Powermeter/Di2/Sram batteries/Garmin chargers as appropriate*

• Sunglasses (including clear lenses if you have them)

• Cycling gloves (depending on season)

• Cycling rain jacket

• Saddle (All of our hire bikes are equipped with a saddle, of course. However, we recommend that you bring your own if it is comfortable for you rather than spending a week sitting on a saddle that may not be suitable for you.)

• Suitcase (see below)

• Bib shorts, jersey, gilet, socks- minimum 4 sets. We will offer a wash on day 4.

• Arm/leg warmers

• Rain/wind vest

• Base-layer (depending on season)

• Chamois Cream

• Rear bike light + chargers

• Water bottles x 2 (we have bottles available to purchase).

• Garmin/Wahoo and mount

• Energy bars/snacks that you particularly like!

• Regular clothes and light jacket or jumper for evening

• Swimsuit (many of the hotels have pools or spa)

• Evening shoes / sandals

• Passport (Check expiry date)

• Travel Insurance

• Small day bag that will be accessible for you in the van

• Sun protection

• USB charger

• First aid kit

• Toiletries

• Cellphone and charger

• Id or passport

• Credit/debit card

• Medications and prescriptions

• Power adapter

• Ear plugs / eye mask

• Powerbank

TWIN ROOM - €1550

SINGLE ROOM - €1950

• Airport transfers Porto Airport – Chaves and Faro – Faro Airport (bike boxes included)

• 7 nights accommodation

• Buffet breakfast

• Detailed route planning (suited to group), GPX files given in advance plus itinerary

• Vehicle support

• Snacks and light lunch from the van during the ride

• 3 course dinner each evening

• Luggage transfers

• Large luggage storage (bike boxes for example) throughout

• Civil Liability Insurance

• Telephone support whenever you should need it.

• 5 star Service – our promise

• Alcoholic drinks during dinner

• Lunch and coffees bought at cafes en route.

• Flights

• Other costs not listed above

• Carbon Road Bike Hire, Disc Brakes (€35/day, €210 total) 

• Carbon Road Bike Hire, Disc Brakes, electronic shifting
  (Di2 or Sram AXS) (€42/day €252 total) 

• E-Bike Rental
  (€45/day €270 total) 

Paradise Cycling Tours Unipessoal LDA

Bairro da Boavista 6
8100-016 Alte
Portugal
NIPC 517913704

Contact:
Fiona Hunter Johnston
+351 931325694

Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook and Strava!