You can fly to any international airport in mainland Portugal, however, we recomend you to fly to the enchanting city of Porto, famous for its delicious fortified port wine. 
Upon your arrival, a member of the Biksul staff will warmly welcome you and make the transfer to Chaves, the city where this adventure begins! If you prefer, you can opt to add an extra night in Porto to explore this stunning city. We would be please to book it for you if you wish to.
After checking-in at the hotel in Chaves, a general briefing will be held and all necessary documentation will be delivered. Depending on the time of arrival, you might also have the opportunity to visit this beautiful historic city by bike.
Accommodation in Chaves.

Destination of the day: Chaves

 101 km / 1900 mt - 62.5 mi / 6.300  ft of climbs

On this day we will ride through the region of Trás-os-Montes, passing through the beautiful city of Vila Real, which is also the capital of the district of Trans-os-Montes region, until we reach Peso da Régua on the banks of the Douro River.
Located next to the Douro River, this location played a major role in the production and commercialization of Port Wine, as it was from here that the casks of wine were transported in rabelo boats to Vila Nova de Gaia, where the wine aged in the cellars.

The imposing slopes of the Douro River are covered with vineyards providing breathtaking scenery. Leaving the Douro River it is time to climb to the destination of the first day, the city of Lamego, considered a historic and monumental city, as it hosts a large number of monuments, churches and emblazoned houses.

Destination of the day: Lamego

 125 km / 1700 mt - 75 mi / 5600 ft of climbs

The second stage begins with a long and demanding climb that takes us over 1,000 meters. Bigorne village is also the highest point on the entire route.
We will then continue on an up and down terrain, taking us to one of the most emblematic cities of Portugal, the "home" of D. Afonso Henriques, the first king of Portugal. The passage through the splendid city of Viseu is undoubtedly one of the highlights of this stage.
Then you will ride along the Dão River. In Tondela, we briefly leave the N2 and continue on the renewed Ecopista do Dão, the old historic railway line of Dão now converted into a cycle path in a scenario of unique natural beauty.
In Santa Comba Dão we return to the EN2 connecting the Aguiera dam.

Destination of the day: Barragem da Aguieira

90 km / 2000 mt - 58 mi / 6.600 ft of climbs

This will be a challenging stage in a rugged terrain right in the center of Portugal. After a mostly flat start in which we will roll on the banks of the River Mondego, in a fantastic setting. Then there is a difficult section that will take us through the municipalities of Vila Nova de Poiares and Góis, passing by some of the characteristics and peculiar Xist villages.

Destination of the day: Pedrógão Pequeno

125 km / 1.280 mt - 78 mi / 4.200 ft of climbs

Follow the Zêzere River to leave the northern and central mountains of Portugal behind and enter the flatter Alentejo landscapes.

Trace the route of the Tejo River to Montargil amongst tranquil countryside and whitewashed villages. You’ll also notice the beautiful cork trees become part of the scenery and will form an ever-present part of the landscape until the end of the N2 ride.The first part of this stage will be cycled still in the center region on mountainous terrain and will undoubtedly be a challenging start. Constantly going up and down, we will pass through the villages of Sertã and Vila de Rei and then enter the Ribatejana region. The scenery changes radically and the hills and valleys give way to typical Ribatejo wetlands. From Abrantes to the Montargil dam the route will be rolling and pleasant.

Destination of the day: Montargil

120 km / 1.500 mt - 75 mi / 4.750 ft of climbs

The change in landscape and terrain is noticeable as we ride towards the south. The Sierras, valleys and hills now give way to plains and wide agricultural fields as far as the eye can see.
We will pass through some of the most typical towns or cities in the Alentejo, which perfectly define the habits, customs, people and traditions of this land, such as Montemor-O-Novo, Alcáçovas, Torrão and Ferreira do Alentejo. The end of this stage will be in Odivelas - Ferreira do Alentejo.

Destination of the day: Odivelas (Ferreira do Alentejo)

80 km / 600 mt - 50 mi / 2030 ft of climbs

Ride endless tranquil roads, with owls, red kites, common buzzards and storks for company. After passing through the mining village of Aljustrel you’ll reach the gorgeous plains of Castro Verde, with its natural grasslands and endangered ancient bird species, including the Iberian Imperial Eagle.
Destination of the day: Almodôvar

80 km / 1000 mt - 50 mi / 3330 ft of climbs

The last stage will go through the lower Alentejo, cross the Serra do Caldeirão, which borders the Alentejo and the Algarve regions. This last mountain, despite not having a high altitude, is quite interesting, making the road somewhat winding without being dangerous and quite fun to ride. Still 30km from the coast, in Barranco do Velho we started to see the blue of the Algarve sea making the arrival even more epic.

Destination of the day: Faro

After breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye to the Algarve.
The transfer* by van will be made to the Faro Airport.
*If your flight departs from a different Airport, please contact us.