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Portugal (Porto to Lisbon coast)

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The Porto to Lisbon coastal corridor runs roughly 300 kilometres along Portugal's Atlantic seaboard, linking the country's two largest cities through a string of historic towns, surf beaches, and fishing villages. The route passes through highlights such as Aveiro — often called the "Venice of Portugal" for its canals — the medieval walled city of Óbidos, the pilgrimage city of Fátima, and the surf mecca of Peniche, home to world-class waves at Supertubos. Travellers are drawn here for a mix of outdoor adventure, Manueline architecture, fresh seafood, and the chance to explore a more local side of Portugal away from the heavily touristed city centres. It's equally popular with road-trippers, cyclists, and groups looking to combine beach time with history and culture.

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Portugal (Porto to Lisbon coast) · 8 days

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Self-Launched Cycling Portugal: Porto to Lisbon, Coast & Villages

An 8-day independent version of Explore!'s guided Porto–Lisbon coastal cycle: ride out of Porto over the Luís I bridge, follow the Atlantic through Furadouro, Aveiro's canals, Costa Nova, Praia de Mira, Nazaré, São Martinho do Porto, Óbidos and Peniche, then finish in Lisbon. Instead of a guide and support van you hire a hybrid bike locally (or bring your own), use hostel/guesthouse rooms, and move your luggage with city-to-city buses (or pack ultra-light and carry it in panniers). Distances are 45–65 km a day on mostly flat coastal roads with a couple of rolling sections — bookable on your own, day by day. Costs are approximate, and assume you share a twin/dorm where possible and eat at cafés and tascas.

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