Torre de Palma LOOP

Sunday | 41km & 464m

Our trip begins in Monforte, a historic Alentejo region known for its tranquil countryside. The landscape is classic Alentejo: gently rolling plains dotted with cork oaks, olive groves, and vineyards, all under a vast, open sky. This area is rich in history, with roots stretching back to Roman times, and its quiet villages and whitewashed houses offer a glimpse into authentic rural Portuguese life.

This is an easy ride to shake off the cobwebs and make sure everything on your Pinarello is to your liking. If something isn’t quite right, now is the time to speak to the mechanic.

Alegrete LOOP

Monday | 80km & 888m

On our second day, we will ride around Alegrete. It’ll be a scenic ride through rolling countryside, with just a teasing brush against the slopes of Serra de São Mamede—enough to keep things interesting, but not enough to make your legs regret it.

TORRE DE PALMA — CONVENTO ESPINHEIRO

Tuesday | 100km & 893m

This point-to-point takes us south, from Torre de Palma to the wonderful the Convento do Espinheiro. While there are no major climbs to speak of, the terrain will be undulating throughout the day so be sure to conserve some energy for the home straight.

ÉVORA LOOP

Wednesday | 66km & 619m
Riding around Évora is like stepping back in time, into a land of little villages and farms stretching out in every direction, criss-crossed by empty, undulating roads. Aside from the occasional tractor, we can expect to have the road to ourselves all day.

Convento do Espinheiro — Herdade do Sobroso

Thursday | 96km & 730m

Today’s ride connects two gems of Alentejo: we’ll roll out from the historic Convento do Espinheiro, a former 15th-century monastery that’s hosted everyone from monks to monarchs, and make our way to the tranquil vineyards of Herdade do Sobroso. Along the way, you’ll pass through classic Alentejo scenery—think endless cork oak forests, sleepy whitewashed villages, and maybe even a stork or two perched on a chimney. By the time we reach Herdade do Sobroso, you’ll have earned a glass of their excellent local wine and a well-deserved rest amid the vines.

Alqueva Loop

Friday | 85km & 1069m

Our grand finale is the Alqueva Loop—a ride that circles Europe’s largest artificial lake, where the Alentejo sun glimmers on endless water and the sky seems even bigger than usual. This region is famous for its stargazing thanks to some of the clearest night skies in the world, but by day, you’ll pedal past olive groves, cork forests, and sleepy villages that haven’t changed much in centuries.

DEPARTURE

Saturday
This is our final morning together and after a leisurely breakfast, it will be time to say goodbye, or at least arrivederci, until we meet again. Transfers to the airport will be arranged by our hard-working crew but if you’re planning on staying a few extra days, let us know if we can help with reservations or a few recommendations.

STAYING LONGER?

Adventure Continues…
Do you plan to come a few days early, or stay on after your inGamba adventure has ended? Our concierge can help you plan with a carefully curated selection of hotels, restaurants, bars, and guides. All of our recommendations have been hand-picked by a team of local experts, so you can spend more time enjoying all that this destination has to offer.