Private Tour: Portimao, Alvor and Ferragudo Sightseeing by Vintage Motorcycle Sidecar from Portimao

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Summary

Meet your friendly motorcycle guide in the morning or evening in central Portimão for a private day trip to Alvor and Ferragudo. After listening to a safety briefing, strap on your helmet and hop into your sidecar. If there are two people, one rides behind your guide or pillion. Discuss any places of particular interest and your guide can tailor your journey accordingly. Then, begin your adventure through Portimão and enjoy insightful and historical commentary from your guide. Learn how Portimão was critical in the Algarve’s fishing and sardine canning industry. Leave Portimão and enjoy views as you cross into Ferragudo. Cruise by white terracotta-roofed fishermen’s cottages on your way to the Arade River. Ride along cobbled streets and absorb the lively atmosphere of this up and coming restaurant scene. Next, motor to the Ferragudo lighthouse which sits on a bluff staring towards Portimao. Stop here for amazing views over the river towards Portimao with the Monchique hills setting the background. Then stretch your eyes the other direction towards the Atlantic Ocean for a panoramic delight. Coast down through Portimão Old Town towards Alvor and admire landmarks including the 18th-century church Our Lady of the Conception. In this quaint town cradled by the Alvor River estuary (Ria de Alvor) and sea, explore cliffside beaches and charming riverfront shops. If you desire, stop to shop or to grab some refreshments (own expense). Loop back with your chauffeur past the sparkling sands of Praia da Rocha in Portimão and break at Santa Catarina Fort. Walk around this 17th-century maritime fortress and see how its strategic placement helped protect the peninsula from pirate attacks and other invaders. Meet back with your guide at a predetermined time and voyage back to central Portimão. Then, bid farewell to your guide.

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Duration
2 hours
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Why take this tour?

Explore Portimão and its coastline on this fun 2.5-hour morning or afternoon chauffeured motorcycle sidecar tour. Ride in the sidecar of a vintage motorcycle — if there are two of you, one will ride pillion — and enjoy the breezes and scenery as you delve into old Portimão and cross the bridge to Ferragudo fishing village. Enjoy the views from Ferragudo lighthouse; explore riverside Alvor; see stunning beaches; and visit Santa Catarina Fortress, all with photo and refreshment (own expense) stops. Enjoy the undivided attention of a driver-guide on this private tour.

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What’s included?

  • Expert driver-guide

  • Safety briefing

  • Use of a motorcycle helmet

  • Taxes and fuel

  • Food and drinks

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 2h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Sidecar Tours by Bike My Side

About operator:

Do you wish to do something really unique, fun, exciting and truly memorable during your holidays in Algarve? Then come on a PRIVATE SIDECAR TOUR with Delfim and his Vintage Classic, Russian Ural motorcycle. Your chauffeur Delfim is Portuguese born but a true citizen of the world that have travelled to different countries and cultures. With an Architecture background he will show you the quirky, undiscovered Algarve that is off the beaten track and down the side and picturesque streets that only a sidecar can get too. Delfim is a highly trained guide who knows all the best places to eat, drink and have fun so that you can truly make the most out of your stay in our great Algarve. Tours last from 2 hours to all day. Get picked up from your hotel or Portimao cruise terminal and tailor your trip to your exact requirements. We are open all year and recommend you book in advance. Fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

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