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. $5,999 all-in. $1,800 deposit holds your spot.
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
Land in Lisbon by 11am. Grab lunch in the city, then board a 2-hour shuttle south to Grândola — our staging base. Meet the Wilderness Collective crew, get fitted for your gear, walk through the bike orientation on your KTM 450, and sit down for a welcome dinner. Get a good night's rest — tomorrow, the ride begins.
TERRAIN
Shuttle Transfer
ELEVATION
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HIGHLIGHTS
Arrive Lisbon by 11am
2-hour shuttle to Grândola staging area
Bike orientation & gear fitting
Welcome dinner with the crew
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
Shuttle Transfers & Fuel
Lisbon → Grândola shuttle + return transfer + 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) by 11am Sept 24 — Shuttle to Grândola included
FLY INTO LISBON (LIS)
Arrive by 11:00 AM on September 24 — Depart 12:45 PM on September 30, 2026
A shuttle will take you from Lisbon to the staging area in Grândola (~2 hours). Arrive by 11am to allow time for lunch before the shuttle.
ARRIVAL TARGET
Land in Lisbon (LIS) by 10:45 AM on Sept 24
Shuttle departs after lunch → 2hr ride to Grândola
DEPARTURE TARGET
Depart Lisbon (LIS) at 12:45 PM on Sept 30
Book flights departing 12:45 PM or later
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
SECURE YOUR SPOT
Pay Wilderness Collective directly. Only an $1,800 deposit is needed to hold your spot.
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY
Per person, sharing a room
Everything included except airfare
$1,800 deposit → balance due later
SINGLE OCCUPANCY
Per person, private room
Everything included except airfare
$1,800 deposit → balance due later
DIFFICULTY — LEVEL II
- ▸Intermediate riders with prior street and dirt experience will be well suited
- ▸Advanced riders will enjoy keeping pace at the front of the pack
- ▸Longer mileage days (100–140 miles per day)
- ⚠Valid motorcycle license required
TERRAIN
- ▸Dirt and gravel roads
- ▸Rutted two-track dirt roads
- ▸Technical stretches with rocks and loose sand
- ▸Water crossings
- ▸Scenic pavement sections
AVAILABLE ADD-ONS
Available during checkout on WeTravel
Wilderness Moto Jersey (Black or White)
$207
Premium heavy duty vented material, handmade in Los Angeles
Wilderness Disposable Film Camera
$44
Capture the ride on film — mail-in processing recommended
WMYB Circle Patch Hat
$39
The hat for those who work hard to look disheveled
THE ROSTER — 8 OF 12
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?
Lock in your spot with an $1,800 deposit. Pay Wilderness Collective directly through their secure payment portal.