About Us
Ride South Portugal is a boutique enterprise specializing in bike rental and cycling holidays, catering to enthusiasts who share a passion for cycling. As a small, Portuguese-owned company, we pride ourselves on offering a personalized and friendly service, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all who choose to explore Portugal on two wheels. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction makes us a preferred choice for those seeking a unique cycling adventure.
Our Mission
It’s simple! Provide you good time on the bike while enjoying underexplored places and magnificent landscapes in low traffic routes with a quality bike in good company.
Our Priorities
You. We would like to meet you and get to know your preferences to find out what is more suitable for you. We truly care if you are enjoying and we do our best to make your bike holidays remarkable.
Quality of the bikes. We know how hard it is to go for a ride on a crappy bike. So, our rule is to ensure the quality of our bikes. They are recent (less than 2 years), intermediate models and well-cared for.
Quality of the service. We have a close communication with our customers. We also manage to help with the places to stay and to visit, providing the bikes and moving the luggage. At last, we are flexible with the schedule and try to make everything easier.
Best value for money. We focus on practicing fair prices. In our bike holidays we prefer to work with smaller groups and offer good quality rather than mixing in big groups that ends not being pleasant for anyone.
Safety. We can only enjoy the journey if we feel safe. In our plan we always look for the best roads and the ones with less traffic (that usually are the most beautiful ones!). Naturally, choosing a journey according to your level of expertise it is a major concern.
Fun. Why do you ride a bike? We really want that you enjoy riding a bike and get the most out of it. Nothing would make us feel more rewarded than your smile. That’s when we realize we had done a good job!
Our Location
We are based in the center of Algarve, S. Brás de Alportel. Just 19kms from Faro Airport (FAO).
We operate in the mainly in Algarve region although we organize trips in Alentejo region and across the country (route N2) too.
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OUR STORY
WHO IS CÉSAR BRITO?
Ride South Portugal was in César Brito’s (picture) dreams for a long time. He has been guide-tour in the last years and now decided to start his own business.
César has been passionate for bikes his whole life.
Competed in cross-country and downhill. But sooner he realized that the most important is to enjoy riding a bike rather than competing. It is simply to relish in the present moment of riding a bike and doing it in good company, getting to know places and cultures that otherwise would not know.
He felt that in Algarve the companies were more focused on rent-a-bike and it was missing an offer – the bike holidays. Not for professional cyclists or high level. Bike holidays for the ones that just like him, his friends and family enjoy having a good time riding a bike.
Like he usually says, “if I can live off something I like, it's super”.
Now he is counting on some friends and family to boost this company and to create amazing moments on those who choose Ride South Portugal for bike holidays.
Let's hear from others....
"As an avid cyclist from Germany, I had high expectations for my cycling holiday in Portugal. Ride South Portugal exceeded them in every way! The quality of the bikes was top-notch, and their knowledge of the local routes made my experience unforgettable. Their team's warmth and professionalism made me feel right at home. I can't wait to return for another adventure!"
"Coming from Canada, I was looking for an authentic and scenic cycling experience in Portugal. Ride South Portugal delivered just that. Their well-maintained bikes and detailed maps led me through some of the most breathtaking landscapes I've ever seen. The staff's expertise and friendliness added a personal touch that made my trip extra special. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a unique biking adventure."
"Traveling from Australia to Portugal, I was eager to explore the country's beautiful south on two wheels. Ride South Portugal provided an exceptional service that made my journey smooth and enjoyable. Their selection of bikes suited my needs perfectly, and the routes they suggested were a perfect blend of challenge and beauty. The team's dedication to ensuring a great experience for their clients was evident in every interaction. An absolute must for bike enthusiasts visiting Portugal!"