We did the Cycling in Paradise at the end of May 2026 and had a fantastic time. We picked Wine and Cork, Conquest of Valongo Castle and The Famous Carpet routes. Mario was kind enough to show us alternative routes on the first day of debriefing which we found really helpful. The app was easy to follow as we did the self-guided tours. Each cycling route allowed us to explore different parts of Alentejo region and we were able to learn about local crafts and ate specialty foods from the region. All the transfers were arranged for us on a timely manner. We will definitely use Portugal Best Cycling again when we come back to cycle in Portugal.

We just completed the Cycling in Paradise tour with Sadeq as our always helpful tour guide. We loved staying at the farmhouse and going out for rides from there every day (no packing and unpacking!). Sadeq was super fun and flexible and we saw some beautiful countryside, gorgeous castles and stone age monoliths. It was such a pleasure to come back to the farmhouse for a dip in the pool, a glass of local wine and a delightful dinner by Dina and her crew. A very special experience from a company that really seems to pride themselves on making sure their clients have a good time. We hope to be able to return for another trip with them in the future. Highly recommended!

We recently returned from our Portugal Bike and Cooking trip with Portugal Best Cycling. My husband and I have completed a number of European Boat Bike trips over the years. This trip was right up there with the best. It was our first trip to Portugal. We got a good feeling for the culture, the countryside and the people. We’re very glad we signed up for the cooking classes. So much is learned when cooking a native meal with a native cook! Our guide was Sadek. He did a fantastic job supporting our wants and wishes. We experienced 3 different regions of Portugal and learned so much about the people and their history and culture. We plan to come back next year to bike the Southern Coast Trail. If possible, we recommend coming in April/May or late Fall to avoid the crowds and heat.

Knowledgeable, friendly orientation to well maintained bicyles and RoadBook app directions. Enjoyed the quiet roads of Alentejo region of Portugal while viewing local landscape and historical sites. Accomodations were well appointed. Description of tour was accurate for gauging cycling ability. Appreciated the daily checkins with the tour company. A minor issue was dealt with immediately. Great fun adventure. Would definitly use this company again.

We just completed two weeks of late March biking in Southern Portugal. The weather was springlike, perfect for biking with some cloud and sprinkles . We combined two trips, the aptly named Castles and Wine! and Wild Algarve. Working with Teresa and her crew was very easy and they couldn’t have been more responsive and helpful. We were surprised by how much of the biking was off road, dirt trails and roads or totally empty, beautiful paved roads. Often it was just us listening to the birds and making friends with the sheep and cattle , very pleasant. The accommodation was lovely , ranging from full on castles to charming country houses to a little guest house with the most welcoming host who managed to be totally hilarious even though we barely had two words in common. It was a wonderful break from our Canadian winter and the rugged cliffs along the coast, the endless cork and olive forests , and the vast green fields filled our days with joy . We are recent converts to. e-bikes and were very happy with the choice, Portugal is not a flat country, and the e-bikes give you the confidence to explore and enjoy the journey without worrying about running out of energy. All in all I highly recommend Portugal and Portugal Best Cycling for a lovely experience. Teresa and her crew seem to really enjoy their job and were so ready to help us with any issues or questions. I spend a lot of time trying to find biking companies that model responsible tourism and work towards ensuring local companies benefit from their trips and this certainly fulfilled those goals. Thank you all.

Last fall in September 2025 our group of 4 did the “E-Bike And Cook” self guided tour. It was absolutely fantastic. Teresa and her team provided a wonderful experience through the interior of Portugal in the Alentejo region. Each area and the accommodations were so unique. Stayed on two farms, had three cooking classes and the most beautiful cycling from sea to mountains. I highly recommend Portugal Best Cycling of you’re looking to explore this beautiful country.

We came a long way for our cycling trip in Portugal. All the way from Australia! And we weren’t disappointed. From our arrival day to our departure, we enjoyed great hospitality, food and company. The rides we did were excellent and varied. They covered cultural, social and historical aspects of the Alentejo region. Teresa and her staff were knowledgeable, efficient, very friendly and accommodating! Thank you to Mario, Rafael and our great cook Dina. I will recommend Turaventur rides to all my friends.

This is our second time using Portugal Best Cycling. They do a fantastic job creating cycling experiences catered to your level of experience and interest. We had great guides who really made the 3 days of cycling and one day of hiking really fun. Spectacular views and food along the way. Our adult children had never been on e-bikes and they just loved it!
Highly recommend Teresa and her team.

My husband (73) and I (68) had a wonderful time cycling the Alentejo Castle & Wine Tour the first week of November. Chris brought his recumbent and I rented an e-bike (Cube) with its incredible “turbo” assist. Made hills a piece-of-cake. The weather cooperated for the most part with temperatures in the mid-60s and rain on only one day of our trip. Our guides – Sadeq, Mario, Philipa, and Juan (?) – were very accommodating. While we attempted to ride the 30 to 60 km planned routes, we could shorten them to meet our needs. I needed to bail for one day after coming down with stomach flu, but was back in the saddle the next day. Thereafter, I had to cut back on the cheese and rich Portuguese food, eating mostly French fries until our last fabulous meal at the Acadeia in Estremoz. The tour was a nice mix of riding and sightseeing. I especially enjoyed the wine tasting at Fitapreta. Portugal Best Cycling and its parent company Turaventur are local outfits. So, the guides really know their stuff. We worked with biketours.com in the US to book our tour. We highly recommend Portugal Best Cycling!

“Wow! Wow! Wow! What an amazing cycling trip. From beginning to end it was fantastic. Amazing scenery! Wonderfully challenging cycling! Super accommodations ( one in a medieval village)! Outstanding food! Cooking experience in a private home on a farm! Bonding galore! Local wine tasting! Kayaking in caves! Guides and drivers that made you feel like family, not a customer! They cared about our safety and were forever checking on our well-being and satisfaction! If you couldn't handle the cycling that day, you could hop into the van”