Charity, guided tours, ShelterBox

Making A Contribution

Here at Pedal Portugal, the Cornwall-based charity ShelterBox has long been a cause close to our hearts - which is why we've decided to support it through our guided cycle tours. Back in the old days when I had a 'proper job' (the 9-5 sort with regular pay cheques), I was in charge of communications… Continue reading Making A Contribution

Alentejo, Cycling Portugal, guided tours

Pure Bliss – Sunday Ride In The Alentejo

Sunshine, the sounds of cicadas and birdsong, the smell of hawthorn blossom and cistus bushes, carpets of wildflowers...today's ride was like the best of spring and summer rolled into one. Combine all of the above with almost traffic-free roads and you might begin to appreciate why I just adore cycling in Portugal's Alentejo at this… Continue reading Pure Bliss – Sunday Ride In The Alentejo

Algarve, Cycling Portugal, guided tours, Images

Algarve Winter Tour

Exciting news! (For me at least.) The first Pedal Portugal guided cycle tour takes place in 2016 - a 10-day circuit beginning from Lagos on January 31st. I've been thinking of setting up guided tours for a while as it seems the logical next step. I've been giving out advice on cycling in Portugal for… Continue reading Algarve Winter Tour