PORTUGAL
MOTO
THE ATLANTIC ODYSSEY
THIS ISN'T A TRIP.
IT'S A TRANSFORMATION.
Five days on late-model KTM 450s, riding a 626-mile loop through the Alentejo and Algarve. From the medieval streets of Évora to the cliffs of Portimão and Tavira. Curated by Wilderness Collective. Every detail handled. All you bring is your sense of adventure.
ACROSS SOUTHERN PORTUGAL
Five days on KTM 450s through the Alentejo and Algarve. Cork forests, mountain passes, coastal cliffs, wine country — and back.
DAY BY DAY
Click each day to explore the route, terrain, and destination
WELCOME TO PORTUGAL
Arrive at Lisbon Airport (LIS). Private transfers whisk you to the medieval city of Évora — a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Check into your hotel, meet the crew, and sit down for a welcome dinner in a 16th-century palace. Tomorrow, the ride begins.
TERRAIN
Airport Transfer
ELEVATION
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HIGHLIGHTS
UNESCO World Heritage city
Roman Temple of Diana
Welcome dinner in a 16th-century palace
Gear fitting & bike orientation
EVERYTHING INCLUDED
(EXCEPT YOUR PLANE TICKET)
KTM 450cc Motorcycle
Late-model KTM 450 EXC-F — the gold standard for enduro
Complete Riding Gear
Helmet, boots, armor, goggles — all provided
6 Nights Premium Lodging
Handpicked hotels, estates, and boutique stays
All Meals & Drinks
Breakfast, lunch, dinner + local wines and beers
Expert Guides & WC Staff
Wilderness Collective's best — they know every trail
Support Vehicle & Mechanic
Chase truck follows the group with tools and spares
Pro Photo & Video Package
Professional crew captures the entire adventure
Airport Transfers & Fuel
Lisbon airport pickup/dropoff + all fuel costs
Damage Insurance
Ride with confidence — bike damage is covered
NOT INCLUDED: AIRFARE
The only thing standing between you and the ride of your life is a plane ticket.
FLIGHT INFO
Fly into Lisbon (LIS) — Airport transfers included
FLY INTO LISBON (LIS)
Arrive September 24 — Depart September 30, 2026
Airport transfers to/from Évora are included in the trip package.
FROM ATLANTA (ATL)
No direct flights from Atlanta to Lisbon. Your best bet is connecting through JFK on Delta — stay on one airline, earn SkyMiles, and book Delta One for the transatlantic leg. Flight time: ~4hrs ATL→JFK + ~7hrs JFK→LIS.
US CITIES WITH NONSTOP FLIGHTS TO LISBON
Delta, TAP Portugal
Best for Delta One lie-flat
Delta, TAP Portugal
Delta One available
United, TAP Portugal
United Polaris lie-flat
American Airlines
Flagship Business
TAP Portugal
Year-round nonstop
TAP Portugal
Year-round nonstop
TAP Portugal
Year-round nonstop
TAP Portugal
Year-round nonstop
PREMIUM LIE-FLAT OPTIONS
For those who want to arrive rested and ready to ride. Prices are round-trip estimates for September 2026.
Delta One
RECOMMENDEDATL → JFK → LIS
Lie-flat suite, direct aisle access
$3,500–$6,000 RT
TAP Portugal Business
JFK/BOS/MIA → LIS
Lie-flat — best value in business
$1,800–$3,500 RT
United Polaris
ATL → IAD → LIS
Lie-flat pod
$3,500–$5,500 RT
American Flagship
ATL → PHL → LIS
Lie-flat
$3,000–$5,000 RT
Economy round-trip from ATL to Lisbon: approximately $700–$1,000. Book early for best pricing. September is shoulder season — deals are available.
Search flights on Google FlightsWHY LATE SEPTEMBER
We didn't pick these dates by accident. Late September is the sweet spot — summer heat has broken, trails are bone dry, and you get 9+ hours of golden sunshine. This is why we had to reserve early.
TEMPERATURE (°F) — SOUTHERN PORTUGAL
RAINFALL (MM) — WHY WE RESERVED EARLY
Perfect riding temp — not too hot
Long golden days on the trail
Virtually zero rain all month
Dry air, dust trails, clear skies
WHY WE HAD TO RESERVE EARLY
Late September is the perfect weather window for southern Portugal — the summer heat has broken, trails are bone dry, and you get 9+ hours of golden sunshine. This is peak season for adventure touring, and Wilderness Collective's Portugal dates fill up fast. We locked in September 24–30 to guarantee the best conditions: warm days (80°F), cool nights, virtually no rain, and the Algarve coast at its most dramatic. October starts getting wetter — by November, rainfall triples. This is the window.
GET YOUR MOTORCYCLE LICENSE
A motorcycle endorsement is required for this trip. It's easier than you think — most riders get it done in a single weekend.
Take MSF Course
Weekend course. Bikes provided. No experience needed.
Visit the DMV
Bring your completion card. May need to pass written test.
Get Endorsed
Walk out with a motorcycle endorsement on your license.
MOTORCYCLE PERMIT VS. FULL LICENSE — TBD
We're confirming with Wilderness Collective whether a motorcycle permit (written test only, no riding test) is sufficient for this trip, or if a full Class M endorsement is required. We recommend getting the full endorsement to be safe — it only takes one extra weekend.
STATE-BY-STATE GUIDE
Georgia
Official DMV PageEst. Cost
$280–$300
Timeline
1 weekend + 1 DDS visit
Complete the Georgia Motorcycle Safety Program (GMSP) Basic Rider Course (2–3 days, bikes provided)
Visit a DDS Customer Service Center with your course completion certificate
Pass a vision test — the GMSP certificate waives BOTH the written and riding skills tests
Pay the license fee and receive your Class M endorsement
Georgia is the easiest — MSF course waives ALL tests. You have 90 days from course completion to visit the DDS.
DON'T OWN A MOTORCYCLE?
No problem. The MSF Basic Rider Course provides motorcycles for the course — you don't need to bring your own. The course is designed for complete beginners. They teach you everything from scratch on their bikes.
Find a course near you at MSF-USA.org
DON'T FORGET YOUR IDP
You'll also need an International Driving Permit (IDP) to ride in Portugal. Get one from AAA for $20 — just bring your license, two passport photos, and fill out the application. Make sure to check the "motorcycle" box.
Get your IDP from AAA
THE ALGARVE COAST
GALLERY
Dirt bike on coastal cliff at sunset
Group riding through eucalyptus forest
Medieval Évora at golden hour
River crossing action shot
Algarve coast dramatic sunset
Motorcycle on dusty trail
Portuguese countryside
Group dinner celebration
SECURE YOUR SPOT
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY
Per person, sharing a room
Everything included except airfare
SINGLE OCCUPANCY
Per person, private room
Everything included except airfare
THE ROSTER — 6 OF 10
4 SPOTS REMAINING
AVAILABILITY TIMELINE
YPO Telluride Members
Priority access for chapter members
YPO At Large
Opens to all YPO members globally
Team Recruit
Open to non-YPO — 100% user-pay event
READY TO RIDE?
Pay Wilderness Collective directly to lock in your spot. Questions? Reach out to Pete.