- Discover Porto and Lisbon, two of the most charming cities in Europe
- Cycle through pine forests and along coastal routes
- Explore the medieval white-washed town of Óbidos

Porto to Lisbon Atlantic Ride
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Add your own reviewExcellent ride and scenery and great guides but very cliquey groups
What prompted me to write was returning from another excellent trip with a different company where the group was constructive and the guides understood the needs of the group. The Porto to Lisbon ride with Exodus was rather different. There were several couples who were delightful but went off on their own at dinner. The other folk who were travelling on their own quickly formed a clique leaving out one woman and me. Some nights we eat on our own and other nights we went out together. The guide and the driver though good at their jobs chose not to go out to eat and didn’t understand Group process. I’d happily go on another exodus trip where the group eats out together like the other company I often go away with.
Most Inspirational Moment
Beautiful scenery and the Portuguese are very kind and friendly.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Great but didn’t understand Group process.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Even if you are a friendly person you may find yourself excluded if the group is cliquey.
A Good Ride
A very good trip with excellent guides. Weather was not as good as expected but very enjoyable. Hotels were good and food recommendations by our guide were also excellent and memorable. All except for the last hotel and the dinner. Not up to the Exodus standard.
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing the waves on the coast.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Reuben performed his duties in an exemplary manner under difficult weather conditions. He was always positive and looked for solutions to any problem. Commendable.
Advice for Potential Travellers
If cycling in Portugal in October, take your rain gear.
Great Trip In Spite of Weather!
We apparently had the worst weather, ever, for this cycle trip along the Atlantic coast of Portugal. After a year without rain in the region, we found ourselves fighting rain and high winds for a good portion of the tour. However, our group had a great time due, in large part, to our amazing team of Ruben, Armando and Tiago. In spite of the weather, they helped us to enjoy the amazing scenery, food and people of Portugal! They were extremely well organized and flexible when the weather was bad – even arranging to have downpours while we were inside having coffee/lunch 🙂 The kitty system for lunches was brilliant and the food was varied and delicious. Cycling was more difficult than expected due to conditions but still pleasant, for the most part on separated cycle paths and quiet country roads. With the exception of the Literary Man in Obidos, accommodations and dinner recommendations were excellent. Will definitely return for another bike trip to experience Portugal in the sun!
Most Inspirational Moment
First sight of the Portuguese coast with its spectacular beaches and waves!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ruben is an excellent group leader, head of a fantastic team that took great care of us. One of the best we have had with Exodus!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Spend time in the saddle before the trip. Though the cycling is not that difficult, long periods of riding can make for sore behinds.
Suggestions
The only negative thing about the organization of the trip was the night in Obidos. Though the Literary Man is a funky, interesting place, it was a definite disappointment. After our previous superb accommodations and dinners, it fell well short of the standard we had become accustomed to. Obidos is a fabulous place, I'm sure there are many other, more suitable, alternatives available to Exodus.
EXCEPTIONAL TRIP
This was my 10th overseas cycling trip and none were better than this one-the scenery, food, accommodations ,the local people, the ride-all of exceptional quality. A top experience on these trips though depends on the cohesion and dynamics of the group and the interaction with the Exodus team-in this regard we were exceptionally fortunate as the entire group quickly bonded and we all clearly enjoyed each other’s company. The nationalities ( 10 Canadian and 6 British ) mixed perfectly- all good ,cheerful people intent on having a great holiday.
Most Inspirational Moment
No single moment, but I was inspired by the personal stories of some members of our group. Their determination to enjoy life to its fullest was indeed inspiring.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Rita and Dinis were an excellent and charming team. Rita stepped in at the last minute as the original guide took ill so her leadership was particularly remarkable-never a wrong turn, and a good level of knowledge about local history, sights and culture. And local restaurants ! Dinis was always on hand to ensure the bicycles were well maintained, and his al fresco lunches were a highlight of the trip.
Advice for Potential Travellers
A couple of points 1. this trip is probably correctly rated overall as Leisurely/Moderate as most of it is flat, but be aware that there is a testy, but short, hill on the afternoon of 3rd day of cycling, and on the final day also some short sharp inclines. Nothing to trouble a reasonably fit cyclist though ( I'm on the wrong side of 70 and managed ok ). 2.On this trip Exodus provided a pannier bag at the front of each bicycle with generous space for a mac and other useful items to carry with you whilst cycling.
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This was a highly enjoyable and memorable trip-if it is on your radar then do it, you won't be disappointed.
Absolutely amazing
This trip was absolutely amazing! I can’t think of a better way to experience a beautiful country like Portugal. The people were friendly, the views breathtaking and the food, coffee, wine and beer were amazing. Our guides, Ruben and Armando were excellent. They were organized, knowledgeable and enthusiastic and went out of their way to provide us with an exceptional experience. I chose to ride a regular bike and would recommend choosing an e-bike if you are not an avid biker, regardless of fitness level.
Most Inspirational Moment
Completing the ascent into Obidos on our last day. We all felt a great sense of pride and accomplishment at having completed such a journey together!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ruben was absolutely amazing. He showed great passion for his job and pride for his country and went above and beyond to make sure everyone was looked after and having a good experience.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Choose an e-bike if you are not an avid cycler. I recommend pooling together money for the guides to purchase picnic food and snacks along the route.
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A once in a lifetime experience that I will never forget. Thank you Exodus travels!
Fantastic Ride
Loved every minute of this trip. Glad I had an e-bike. Was able to bike manually most of the time but liked the ebike for the hills. Ruben was a fantastic guide, so positive, enthusiastic and informative. And Armando the van man fed us all very well and researched and accommodated for all the allergies some of the other riders had. Highly recommend throwing in extra for the lunches. Most of the ride was on paved cycle paths which made for an excellent ride. Best way travel this beautiful country❤️
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ruben was fantastic! 5 stars all the way. Informative, enthusiastic and encouraging. Always a smile.
Advice for Potential Travellers
If in doubt, get an ebike.
A great experience
It’s incredible that you can cycle along the coast from Porto to Obidos on mostly cycle paths. The views are great for the most part. It’s a shame about the destruction of the once beautiful pine forest by fire. The 5 km hill on the 3rd day was quite a challenge and several experienced cyclists in our group felt that this trip should be rated higher than it is. (There were a few other challenging hills in subsequent days). Our group always had the opportunity to ride in the van and e-bikes were available for an extra charge. Breakfasts and lunches were very good. Our van driver put on wonderful picnic spreads for us. All in all this is a great trip with a reasonable length of 5 days cycling. I felt most of us were ‘done’ by day 5. If you can add some days on at the beginning/end to relax and enjoy Portugal.
Most Inspirational Moment
After the 5 km hill we had a beautiful view overlooking the countryside and fun hills to coast down afterwards.
Thoughts on Group Leader
I thought Rita did a good job for the most part. She slipped up a few times by not telling us the correct kilometres to ride when we would set out on our own as she had to stay back with slower cyclists and that led to some confusion. Joao was fantastic. He works so hard yet makes it look easy. He was always very cheerful and has a very kind aura about him. His english is perfect. I think he would be a huge asset to your company if you put him in charge of the tours.
Suggestions
Joao was the star of the guide team in our opinion.
Absolutely PERFECT
Wow! What a ride. The BEST way to check out a country and see the people and natural landscapes from ocean front to the hills. Everything was so organized (thanks, Exodus!) and our tour guides Ruben and Amando were excellent. Our bikes were new or in like-new condition. We had 15 very satisfied cyclists on this ride, who want to do another❤️
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ruben es perfect. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Armando was a big help, too!
Advice for Potential Travellers
If you want to experience the REAL countryside (not just the stuff for tourists) try Exodus Cycling expeditions.
Well organised trip, good hotels with excellent guides
Trip May/June. Cycling generally leisurely with only one notable hill. Route follows the coast on quite roads and/ or cycle lanes for much of the way. (Poor road surface on one day) Hotels generally good 4 star quality, cafes and lunch / picnic stops were an excellent mix with evening meal venues being fantastic quality.
Rubén’s and Rogerio were excellent guides who were very knowledgeable, helpful and good company, just a pity they had no control over the unusually inclement and windy weather. Recommend the trip.
Most Inspirational Moment
Obidos on last day of cycling
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent
Advice for Potential Travellers
Try to spend extra few days in Lisbon area to allow time to visit Sintra &/or Cascais.
Outstanding
Well crafted trip showing off Portugal’s rural and unspoilt Atlantic coast
Most Inspirational Moment
The pure vastness of the coastline
Thoughts on Group Leader
Outstanding - calm, totally customer focussed, with a strong sense of making the trip work for our group as well as individual needs - and a great sense of humour too!
Advice for Potential Travellers
A relatively easy cycle as the distances are spread over a day including stops for coffee/lunch - but therefore time to take in all the info and the scenery - a holiday with cycling in the sun and unspoilt coastline.
Suggestions
Highly recommend the three guides we had - Reuben, Chris and Rogerio
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