E-Bike Bikepacking in Portugal
E-Bike Bikepacking in Portugal
Bikepacking. Cycling
holidays, at your own pace.
from 65€ / ebike / day.
Minimun 5 days.
Assistance included
Route planning support
Bikepacking
equipment included
Exploring the Historic Villages of Portugal and Serra da Estrela by e-bike is one of the most authentic and liberating ways to discover this region.
With time, without rushing, and at your own pace, you’ll connect historic towns, rural landscapes and quiet roads, day after day.
Our e-bike bikepacking packages are designed for travellers who value full autonomy on their journey, while still appreciating careful planning, the right equipment and a thoughtfully prepared experience from day one.
Who is e-bike bikepacking for?
This experience is ideal for you if:
🕒 You want to ride without fixed schedules
🧭You value autonomy, but appreciate support during the planning stage
🧩 You’re looking for a simple, well-prepared experience without unnecessary complexity
🏞️ You want to explore the interior of Central Portugal in an authentic way
🌍 You’re curious about active travel and connecting with the territory
🛠️ You enjoy travelling independently, knowing assistance is available if needed
Good news:
You don’t need to be an experienced cyclist.
E-bikes and carefully adapted routes make this experience accessible to different fitness levels, allowing you to enjoy the journey at your own pace.
What’s included in our e-bike bikepacking package
Our e-bike bikepacking package is designed to give you the freedom to travel independently, with all the essential elements carefully prepared before you set off.
Included:
- A comfortable and reliable mountain or trekking e-bike, suitable for multi-day journeys
- Complete e-bike bikepacking equipment:
2 × Thule panniers (2 × 13 L) + saddle bag (8 L) + handlebar bag (2 L) - Suggested routes and tested GPS tracks, with a Garmin GPS device available if needed
- Route planning support, adapted to your pace and number of days
- Accommodation and restaurant suggestions along the route
- Basic tool kit for minor adjustments
- Helmet and lights for the e-bike
- Technical assistance and contingency support, including a replacement bike if necessary
- Practical tips on places to visit along the route
- Daily phone assistance during your journey (7:30 am – 6:30 pm)
- Support with organising transfers, if required
- Arrival briefing
Our e-bike bikepacking package is designed to give you the freedom to travel independently, with all the essential elements carefully prepared before you set off.
✔ A comfortable and reliable mountain or trekking e-bike, suitable for multi-day journeys;
✔ Complete e-bike bikepacking equipment:
2 × Thule panniers (2 × 13 L) + saddle bag (8 L) + handlebar bag (2 L);
✔ Suggested routes and tested GPS tracks, with a Garmin GPS device available if needed;
✔ Route planning support, adapted to your pace and number of days;
✔Accommodation and restaurant suggestions along the route
✔ Basic tool kit for minor adjustments;
✔ Helmet and lights for the e-bike;
✔ Technical assistance and contingency support, including a replacement bike if necessary;
✔ Practical tips on places to visit and things to do along the route;
✔ Daily phone assistance during your journey (7:30 am – 6:30 pm)
✔ Support with organising transfers, if required;
✔ Arrival briefing
E-bike delivery and pickup:
To simplify your travel logistics, e-bike delivery and pickup can be arranged at different points throughout the region, depending on your itinerary.
The final price is confirmed at the time of booking, after delivery and pickup locations have been defined.
Bikepacking pricing and duration
Our e-bike bikepacking is designed as a multi-day journey, with everything essential included in a single, straightforward package.
Pricing is simple and transparent, calculated per e-bike, per day.
E-Bike Bikepacking price
65 € / e-bike / dia
Minimum duration: 5 days
✔ Complete bikepacking equipment
✔ Route planning support
✔ Included services
Travel independently, with everything prepared from the start.
65 € / e-bike / day
Minimun duration: 5 days
✔ Complete bikepacking equipment
✔ Route planning support
✔ Included services
Travel independently, with everything prepared from the start.
The bikepacking package has a minimum duration of 5 days, allowing you to explore the region at a relaxed pace and fully enjoy the diversity of landscapes and villages along the way.
For shorter trips or occasional rentals, we recommend visiting our e-bike rental page.
Accommodation, meals, e-bike delivery and pickup, and any services not mentioned in “What’s included” are not included in the base price.
If you prefer a journey with full support, including accommodation, luggage transfers and local assistance throughout the trip, take a look at our multi-day e-bike tours.
How bikepacking booking works
Before confirming your booking, it’s important to understand how the process works.
Booking is done online, but there is always direct contact with us to confirm the final details of your journey.
Booking process
- Select the number of e-bikes and your preferred start date
- Choose the number of bikepacking days
- Select the e-bike delivery and pickup areas
- Provide your preferred delivery address and time
- Let us know the riders’ heights so we can adjust the e-bikes
- Pay 25% of the total amount — fully refundable, no questions asked, up to 10 days before the start date
After Booking:
- We contact you to confirm all logistical details
- We help design the route from scratch or fine-tune your own route, depending on your preferences.
- We prepare the e-bikes and equipment for your journey
- You ride independently, knowing everything has been carefully prepared before departure
E-Bike bikepacking route ideas
The routes presented below are examples only and can be adapted according to the number of days, riding pace and personal preferences.
Covilhã - Cortes do Meio - Manteigas - Penhas Douradas - Gouveia - Videmonte:
A mountain route crossing the heart of Serra da Estrela, linking deep valleys, mountain villages and high-altitude roads.
Demanding in terms of elevation, but highly rewarding — ideal for travellers seeking natural landscapes, silence and a strong connection to the mountains, always with the comfort and support of an e-bike.
Unhais da Serra – Manteigas – Linhares da Beira – Marialva – Vila Nova de Foz Côa:
A long and varied route starting in Serra da Estrela and heading towards Portugal’s deep interior, passing through historic villages and ending in the Douro Valley.
Combining mountains, plateaus, medieval towns and vineyard landscapes, this itinerary is perfect for those looking for a complete and diverse e-bike bikepacking experience.
Castelo Novo – Monsanto – Sortelha – Castelo Mendo – Almeida – Pinhel:
A predominantly cultural route linking some of Portugal’s most emblematic Historic Villages.
Quiet secondary roads and peaceful paths allow you to ride at a relaxed pace between fortified towns, rural landscapes and villages rich in history. Ideal for travellers looking for a gentler rhythm, close contact with local culture and an accessible, authentic bikepacking experience.
E-Bike bikepacking or multi-day e-bike tours: which one to choose?
Not all journeys are the same.
E-bike bikepacking and multi-day e-bike tours offer different experiences, depending on the level of autonomy and support you’re looking for.
E-Bike Bikepacking
Full autonomy on the route
Pace defined by you
Collaborative planning
Ideal for travellers who value freedom and independence
👉 If total freedom is what you’re looking for, e-bike bikepacking is the right choice.
Multi-Day E-Bike Tours
Defined itineraries
Guided or self-guided options
A more supported experience
Ideal for those who prefer everything organised
👉 If you prefer a more structured journey, our multi-day e-bike tours may be the best option.
E-Bike bikepacking or multi-day e-bike tours: which one to choose?
Not all journeys are the same.
E-bike bikepacking and multi-day e-bike tours offer different experiences, depending on the level of autonomy and support you’re looking for.
E-Bike Bikepacking
* Full autonomy on the route;
* Pace defined by you;
* Collaborative planning;
* Ideal for travellers who value freedom and independence;
* If total freedom is what you’re looking for, e-bike bikepacking is the right choice.
Multi-Day E-Bike Tours
* Defined itineraries;
* Guided or self-guided options;
* A more supported experience;
* Ideal for those who prefer everything organised;
* If you prefer a more structured journey, our multi-day e-bike tours may be the best option.
Ready for your e-bike bikepacking adventure?
Every journey is different
If you’re not sure whether bikepacking or a multi-day e-bike tour is right for you, we can help you choose.
Still have questions or need help planning your trip?