Portugal Biking Experiences Cycling through the North of Portugal. Looking for unique biking tours? Check out our website at

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1 Portugal Biking Experiences Cycling through the North of Portugal Looking for unique biking tours? Check out our website at

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3 About us 16 years of ground experience in destination management; Careful product design of ready-made and custom-made experiences at competitive price; Own equipment and transport means, including quality bicycles and e-bikes; Highly-skilled and professional staff with a passion for fresh air, the great outdoors and behind-the-scenes moments with locals; Our love for sharing the authentic pleasures of life, with wine, food and much more. Innovative cycling experiences For individuals or groups, we are coming up with an innovative holiday approach for easy cycling and outdoor lovers. We propose custom-made and ready-made itineraries suited to different interests and skills, from recreational beginner level. Our professional incoming services include: quality bicycles and equipment, e-bikes, accommodation with local appeal, food options from picnics, to wine tastings and gourmet experiences, transfers and luggage handling, self-guided programs or guides and support services along the tours.

4 Portugal as a cycling destination We will show you Portugal at its best: Immerse yourself in beautiful natural surroundings and breath-taking landscapes 22% of all Portuguese territory is part of the Natura 2000 Network Experience the friendly welcome of the Portuguese people Rated by CNNTravel as one of the 10 friendliest countries in the world Ride along an immense coast line 850 km of golden sandy beaches Taste our amazing fish and shellfish Chefs rate our fish and shellfish as some of the best in the world Meet wine producers at their Estates Over 30 wine regions producing a variety of outstanding wines Visit historic sites and stay in unforgettable accommodations 15 sites in Portugal are classified UNESCO World Heritage Sites

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6 Minho and Porto Green Portugal: from the mountains to the sea Tour ID Destination: Portugal Region: Porto and North of Portugal Duration: 8 days / 7 nights; 6 cycling stages Available levels of difficulty: Easy and Medium Recommended season: March to November Available bicycles for this tour: Hybrid and E-Bike

7 Atlantic Coast Along golden sandy beaches and fishing villages Tour ID Destination: Portugal/Spain Region: North of Portugal and Spain Duration: 8 days / 7 nights; 6 cycling stages Available levels of difficulty: Easy and Medium Recommended season: February to November Available bicycles for this tour: Hybrid and E-Bike

8 Douro Valley Wine, nature and traditions in a World Heritage region Tour ID Destination: Portugal Region: Porto and North of Portugal Duration: 7 days / 6 nights; 5 cycling stages Available levels of difficulty: Medium and Challenging Recommended season: March to June and September to December Available bicycles for this tour: Hybrid and E-Bike

9 Camino de Santiago Pilgrims way from Porto to Santiago de Compostela Tour ID Destination: Portugal/Spain Region: Porto and North of Portugal and Galicia Duration: 8 days / 7 nights; 6 cycling stages Available levels of difficulty: Medium Recommended season: March to July and September/October Available bicycles for this tour: Mountain and E-Bike

10 Our Services Riding options Self-guided, guided and van support All our tours are designed to be self-guided. With the freedom of pacing each day just the way you like, a road-book and a GPS equipment is provided and loaded with our carefully designed tracks. Nevertheless, all tours offer the option of an experienced cycling guide or/and a support van to solve any problem instantly or if someone wishes to rest his legs. Transfers There is a transfer service from the airports to the beginning and final stops of our tours. For some tours, this service is included in the base price; for other tours this service is optional. Luggage The transportation of the luggage is included in our tours and it will be transferred by our staff or our partners along the way. Food and drink All the breakfasts in the hotels are included. We offer an optional picnic lunch for riding days, a light meal easily carried on the bike. There is also available, after the riding, a dinner option and tasting of wines and local traditional products. Luxury and gourmet For active gourmets, we provide high-end tours featuring upscale accommodation, unique insights with local expert guides and bespoke itineraries. Fine dining, exclusive wine tastings and culinary experiences are included in our luxury offer.

11 Our bikes and equipment Hybrid bike Specialized Rockhopper sport 29, 29 wheels Suntour XCT front suspension Hydraulic brakes Hybrid tires or MTB tires Adjustable height stem Cargo rack Pannier bike bag or handlebar bag Customized road-book Includes: Maps Trails detailed information Tips Information about restaurants and wine Other points of interest E-bike Cube Reaction HPA PRO 2015, 29 wheels Suntour XCR front suspension Hydraulic brakes Hybrid tires or MTB tires 50 to 120Km autonomy depending on energy management Adjustable height stem Cargo rack Pannier bike bag or handlebar bag Equipment Helmet Bike tool kit for quick repairs First aid kit Pre-paid mobile phone GPS Garmin with android based software Optional child seat or child bike trailer

12 Cycling tours accommodation Some examples Guest House at a small village Traditional mountain architecture, located in a typical village, surrounded by gardens and outdoor swimming pool Traditional manor at wine estate Charming and romantic manor house from Minho, amidst gardens and vineyards.

13 Cycling tours accommodation Some examples Countryside hotel at a farm house A private rural house from the 16th century, with stylish furniture, inside a farm with horses and vineyards. Small hotel at seafront Beach front hotel with a contemporary design and a Spa.

14 Cycling tours accommodation Some examples Charming hotel at a historic village Manor house with over 150 years of history, a baroque facade and vintage decor, located in a olive oil region. Hotel inside a world heritage site Modern hotel situated at a world heritage site, in a historic building of the 16th century.

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16 Authentic Trails Rua Afonso Cordeiro, 679, 3.º K Matosinhos Portugal Phone: info@authentictrails.com Call us directly Mon-Fri from 9h00 to 18h00 (Central European Time -1) or schedule a call by or through our website Authentic Trails is owned and operated by the travel agency VINITUR, Lda NIPC CRC do Porto 9943 Social Capital Euros RNAVT 2499 RNAAT Since 1998