Top Beiras Adventure Tours

Venture beyond city limits to discover some of Portugal’s most transportive scenery—and enjoy a fully personalized experience—on this private half- or full-day tour of the Serra da Lousã mountains. Pick your tour time and duration, meet your driver-guide in Coimbra, and set off via 4x4 vehicle. You’ll head into the mountains, will go off-roading, will look out for wildlife like deer and foxes, and will visit the region’s historic schist villages.

Guided tour in a vehicle with driver/guide through places of greatest natural interest, human and cultural aspects of Serra da Lousã. Includes visit to Lousã Castle, three Schist Villages of Serra da Lousã (Talasnal, Candal and Cerdeira), Trevim (highest point of Serra da Lousã), Santo António da Neve and Neveiros Reais (formerly Real 19th century Ice Factory. XVIII), passing through places of rare beauty, such as centuries-old chestnut trees, deciduous forests and conifers and breathtaking viewpoints.

Take a break from city life and spend a day immersed in nature on this hiking tour from Coimbra. Join a private guide and head to the ancient ruins of Conimbriga to learn about its Roman history. Then, spend a good chunk of time hiking through the Mouros River Valley where you visit a waterfall and pass a small mountain village at the base of Sico mountain.

We invite you to live an experience in the imposing Massif of Sicó that shapes this wild scenery, as well as the way of life of the people. Here, side by side, stone and man steadfastly resist the wear and tear of time. You look around and the entire landscape appears dominated by the sharp edges of the stone. On the way to Buracas valley, we will hike in fields of lapiás, authentic “stone cemeteries”, dolinas (sinkholes) and hold your breath for the most impressive scenery of all: the Casmilo caves, popularly known as “the mouths of the mountains”. Then we will enter the canyon and hike to the Our Lady of Circulo Santuary, in the top of the mountain, and visit the Outeiro windmill! In this hike we will also pass in three mountain villages. IMPORTANT: Feel safe, we have the "Clean & Safe" seal from Turismo de Portugal!

Guided route in an off-road vehicle with driver/guide through places of greatest natural, human and cultural heritage of the Serra do Açor: Morning with visit/passage through the Santuário Sra. Montalto, Serra da Aveleira, Selada das Eiras, Posto de Vigia, Mata da Margaraça, Fraga da Pena and Aldeia do Xisto de Benfeita. No lunch included. Afternoon: S. Pedro do Açor, Estrada Real, Chãs de Égua, Piódão and Monte do Colcurinho. The route can be adapted according to the intended departure and arrival location. According to this adaptation, the area of Pico da Cebola, village of Malhada da Serra, several ridges of the Açor overlooking the Sta Dam. Luzia and the Schist Village of Fajão.

The Roman Empire had an enormous weight in our culture and evidence of this can be found everywhere in the Sicó area. In this adventure, we will discover the complex of the Roman Ruins of Conímbriga where you will be able to contemplate the architectural capacity of the Roman people and the way they lived. From here we will head towards another “ex-libris” of this region, the Buracas do Casmilo, majestic geological formations that were once complexes of underground caves that are now exposed to the surface. We take a leap back in time and arrive in Penela to visit the imposing Castle that occupies a large part of the town and which since the beginning of Portugal has been an important part of Mondego's defensive line. Finally, we will see remnants of a structure that was used to defend against attacks such as the Castle of Germanelo, here more than the castle is the view that plays the main role. All this and much more is what we will take you to discover in this Adventure…

Guided tour in a vehicle with driver/guide through places of greatest natural interest, human and cultural aspects of Serra da Estrela. Includes morning visit to Poço do Inferno (largest waterfall in the mountains), Vale Glacier, Covão d'Ametade, highest point of the mountain (Torre, 2000m). Lunch in Folgosinho (not included in the price). From the part of the afternoon visit Folgosinho, Cabeça do Faraó, Covão da Ponte and Vale do Mondego. There is the option of visiting a traditional burel factory, not included in the price

Private guided route in an off-road vehicle with driver/guide through places of greatest natural, human and cultural heritage of Serra da Estrela: Tower (highest point in Serra da Estrela and mainland Portugal), Poço do Inferno (largest waterfall in the mountains), Covão da Ponte (recreation area on the Mondego river), Mondego river valley, including the chapel of Nª Srª de Assedasse, the option to visit Folgosinho, Linhares da Beira, Penhas Douradas and the Vale do Rossim Dam, glacial valley of the Zêzere river valley and Covão d’ametade, Santinha, Cabeça do Pharaó, Azinha and Corredor dos Mouros, with viewpoint of Capela S. Lourenço. The route can be changed, according to the group's departure and arrival location, the available time and existing atmospheric conditions. We guarantee the best experience in Serra da Estrela!

Explore the enchanting Bairrada region, renowned for its excellent sparkling wines with over 130 years of history. This half-day to full-day sommelier experience offers an in-depth journey through the vineyards, where you will learn about local grape varieties, production methods, and the unique terroir. Taste classic wines during a guided tasting at a local winery, complemented by a traditional Bairradino lunch paired with expertly selected wines. Perfect for wine enthusiasts seeking comfort and exclusivity, this private tour ensures a personal touch with a knowledgeable sommelier guiding you throughout. - Pickup available from Coimbra, Aveiro, or Porto in a premium vehicle - Private tour with a sommelier and technical tasting included - Traditional lunch with wine pairing and scenic stops for photos - Maximum group size of 7 for an intimate experience

Soak up the scenery of central Portugal from the back of a bike—something few travelers really get to experience—during this full-day ride down the Ecopista do Dão. In the company of a guide and a small group capped at 8 participants, cover almost 50km and enjoy an intimate experience that is well-suited to experienced cyclists.

Private experience: Fátima, Nazaré, and Óbidos. Travel privately with your own local guide and private car as you explore the spiritual heart of Fátima, the world-famous surf cliffs of Nazaré, and the medieval magic of Óbidos. No buses, no crowds, just authentic stories, scenic views, and the comfort of a Croco Discovery tour designed for discerning travelers. Every detail is handled, from hotel pickup to amazing photos, so you can simply relax and enjoy the journey.