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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.
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Hiking in Conimbriga and Mouros River Valley
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Learn about the history of Coimbra and the academic traditions of its university on a private tour of the most unique streets and landscapes of this exciting city. Let yourself be guided by former students from Portugal's most traditional university, who will take you to discover the most picturesque and traditional streets, the lesser-known corners and the places with the best panoramic views of Portugal's first capital. For photography lovers, romantic walks or simply to enjoy a panoramic and global view of the best Coimbra has to offer, this tour promises to surprise you.
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Coimbra's most beautiful locations: Private walking tour
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The ancient trees and scenic nature trails of Bussaco Forest lie just a half-hour drive from Coimbra, but you’ll need your own transport to visit. On this tour, maximize your time with a local guide and a morning hike selected to suit your group, whether you have a specific route in mind or want to prioritize scenic views and wildlife-watching.
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Bussaco Forest Walking Experience, half day from Coimbra
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Dive into the rich history of Tomar, a town where the legacies of the Knights Templar and the Jewish community come together to create a unique cultural tapestry. This three-hour tour offers an essential experience for anyone looking to truly understand Tomar’s significance in Portuguese history. From the powerful presence of the Templars who once made Tomar their stronghold, to the deep-rooted Jewish heritage that has shaped the town’s character. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about the stories that have shaped this remarkable town, this tour promises an unforgettable journey into Tomar's enduring legacy.
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Walking Tomar: Templar Secrets & Convent of Christ Included
2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours
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Coimbra is known as the city of students because it has the oldest Portuguese university, founded in the 13th century, built next to the old royal palace and attached to the old Roman forum, as if emulating the ancient acropolis of classical knowledge in Athens. The academic traditions merge perfectly with the legends and traditions of Portugal’s almost millennia-old history, where the stories of bloody battles and tragic loves seem serene when you gaze at the peaceful Mondego River, which runs through the city and Portugal. Discover the main attractions of this amazing city, on this private tour by former students of the University of Coimbra.
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Coimbra Best Of: Private walking tour with tickets
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Discover the magical city of Coimbra at your own pace with this guided tour. With a tour of more than 2 hours, you can explore emblematic attractions on 2 routes, discovering the University, the Tower of Almedina, the Ponte de Santa Clara or the Gardens of the Monastery of Santa Clara. This option without schedules or groups allows you to enjoy the city flexibly, including recommendations on gastronomy and family activities. Available in six languages, this experience is ideal for those looking for hassle-free personalized tourism. - 3h self-guided tour with + 17 points of interest - Access to information in 6 languages: Spanish, English, Portuguese, French, Italian and German Explore iconic attractions and receive food recommendations. - You can purchase tickets and tickets for the different spaces without leaving the app. - No groups or schedules, ideal for traveling at your own pace.
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TOP Coimbra : Private Guided Tour with your mobile
3 to 4 hours
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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!
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Buracas do Casmilo Private Hiking Tour from Coimbra
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Coimbra was home to a substantial Jewish community between the 900s and 1500s. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll discover its dramatic past in one of Portugal’s most historic cities. You’ll also hear lesser-known stories about its cultural resilience and survival. The tour starts in Largo da Portagem, the grand square beside the Mondego River. You’ll follow the city’s main pedestrian street towards the old Jewish Quarter, past medieval stone walls and a labyrinth of steep streets where centuries of drama unfolded. You’ll stop outside the house of Aristides de Sousa Mendes where you’ll find out how, despite Aristides’ courage during dark historical moments, he suffered social, political and economic retaliation and ended his life alone and impoverished.
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Coimbra’s Jewish Heritage An Audio Tour of the Medieval Town
1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
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The villages of Shale have already been dubbed "magical villages," their names sound like Romans, Arabs and even barbarians, but it is their characteristic appearance that makes them so fantastic. These structures dating back to medieval times emanate an architectural beauty that is still difficult to match today, even more fascinating are the places where they find themselves by necessity of fixation for pastoral and agricultural activities. During this adventure we will take you to know some of the most beautiful villages of Shale of Serra da Lousã as well as the sweeping landscapes that this unique place has to offer ...
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An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã
3 to 4 hours
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This is a special visit for those who only have a few hours to visit Coimbra, but would like to see at least the essentials of the University of Coimbra (Joanina Library, Royal Chapel of S. Miguel and the Royal Palace). If you are this type of traveler, then this tour is designed for you, here you can discover all the rich history and unique secrets of the University of Coimbra, in the hands of experienced guides (who are historians and former students of the University of Coimbra). When you book with us, we guarantee entry to the buildings (ticket included), so you don't need to worry about logistics or even waiting in line to buy a ticket, you just have to be at the meeting point at the scheduled time and enjoy the visit. This visit has a huge demand from our visitors, it is a different visit and not to be missed, so we advise you to book as soon as possible and we will be happy to welcome you soon to our city of Coimbra.
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Private guided tour of the University of Coimbra - Ticket Included
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Discover the oldest university in Portugal, founded in the 13th century, and one of the oldest in Europe. Even today, it is one of the most prestigious and recognised universities in the world. Join a small group walking tour led by former students to discover the university's history, heritage and academic traditions. The university has been recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site since 2013. Enjoy a comprehensive tour and have the opportunity to visit some of the University of Coimbra's most notable highlights. Please note that visits to the Joanina Library are subject to availability during the tour. The guide will purchase tickets for the University of Coimbra at the beginning of the tour. If there are no time slots available for visiting the Joanina Library, we will visit other attractions at the university instead. Refunds will not be given if the Joanina Library is not available during the tour.
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Coimbra Walking Tour: University Small Group Tour with Tickets
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The Best Way to Discover Coimbra: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo at Praça do Comércio or a stroll through Praça Dom Dinis and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Santa Cruz Church, Praça do Comércio, Barbican Gate, Sé Velha, National Museum Machado de Castro, New Cathedral, University of Coimbra, Minerva Stairs, Praça Dom Dinis, and Jardín Botánico de la Universidad.
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Coimbra Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Just outside of Coimbra are the schist villages of Lousã, homes made of crystalline stone. On this private tour, visit the villages of Cerdeira, Candal, and Talasnal in just a few hours. Explore each village and admire the shale houses, cork trees, narrow streets, and panoramic views of the Lousã mountains.
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Schist Villages of Lousã Mountain, half-day from Coimbra
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On this tour we will visit the most popular places southwest of Coimbra. In Fátima we will go to Aljustrel, the place where the little shepherds lived and in the Sanctuary we will visit the Basilicas and the Apparições Chapel. We continue to Batalha to visit the Monastery of Santa Maria da Vitória. Imposing, it stands out for its monumentality and the stone tracery on the outside, marks that make it easily identifiable. After Batalha we drive towards the sea, to the village of Nazaré where we will begin our visits at the Sanctuary, Sítio, Northern Beach to view the waves and ending in the labyrinthine and narrow streets of the village. At a time to be agreed, we will return to the starting point, Coimbra.
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Fatima, Batalha and Nazaré, full-day from Coimbra
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The Roman Empire had an enormous weight in our culture and the evidence of this can be found a bit everywhere in the Sicó area. In this adventure we will start to discover the complex of the Roman Ruins of Conímbriga where you can contemplate the architectural capability of the Roman people and how they lived. From here we will head towards another “ex-libris” of this region, the Casmilo Holes, majestic geological formations that were once complexes of underground caves that are now exposed to the surface. All this and much more is what we will discover in this adventure... ENTRY INCLUDED
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Discovering the Roman Ruins of Conímbriga and the Caves of Sicó
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Step back in time with a visit to two historic schist villages—Candal and Talasnal—located in the Lousã Mountains. These villages feature homes dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries, offering a glimpse into the region's rich medieval history and timeless charm. Enjoy scenic landscapes, rustic architecture, and peaceful surroundings on this private tour from Coimbra.
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Lousã Schist Villages of Candal and Talasnal | Private Tour
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Don’t settle for surface-level exploration of Tomar, the former global headquarters of the Knights Templar. Instead, delve deeper into the town’s rich history on a private walking tour that lets you explore at your own pace and ask as many questions as you like. Plus, you won’t have to worry about prebooking entry tickets for the Convent of Christ, as they’re included.
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Tomar: Private walking tour to Convent of Christ w/ tickets
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See a broad selection of what central Portugal has to offer with this private full-day tour from Lisbon. Begin with the seaside town of Nazaré, a place known for surfing monstrous waves. Continue to the sacred pilgrimage site at Fátima dedicated to the Virgin Mary. See the historic Batalha Monastery from the 14th century, before finishing in the medieval walled town of Obidos.
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Private Tour - NAZARÉ / FÁTIMA / ÓBIDOS
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This visit is the most complete for those who want to learn more about the history of the University of Coimbra and its surroundings. In addition to the history of the University of Coimbra's heritage, it is important to know the life and traditions of the students and their interaction with the city and its inhabitants. Did you know that in just over two hours, you will take a journey that is more than 700 years old? It's a tour not to be missed, exclusive to our agency. Our team of guides who, in addition to having experience, are former students from the University of Coimbra, specialized in the areas of History, Art History, Heritage and Tourism. Therefore, it will be a special and enriching experience, at all levels, just for your reservation, we only work with private groups.
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University of Coimbra - more complete and private visit, ticket included
2 hours 30 minutes
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Schist villages have already been called “magic villages”, their names sound like Romans, Arabs and even barbarians, but it is their characteristic appearance that makes them so fantastic. These structures dating back to medieval times exude an architectural beauty that is still difficult to match today, even more fascinating are the places where they are located due to the need to settle for pastoral and agricultural activities. During this adventure we will take you to know some of the most beautiful schist villages of Serra da Lousã as well as the breathtaking landscapes that this unique place has to offer… It includes a jeep ride through the Lousã mountain range and a visit to the beautiful Schist villages in the morning and a walk of about 6 km and an intermediate level of difficulty in the afternoon along some of the most beautiful trails in the mountain.
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An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã (with walk)
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Our product is unique, as it offers the possibility to visit the University, but also to stroll through the historic center of the city, entering the Sé Velha and Santa Cruz churches. Throughout the walk you can breathe a medieval aura, strolling through the gutters of an old city linked to the founding of Portugal. This visit is private, where you can enjoy a unique tour with just your group, people can interact with the guide, asking questions and exchanging ideas about the local culture and history.
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Private tour of the Historic Center of Coimbra - skip-the-line, includes tickets
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Unveil the best kept secrets of the traditional culinary of Coimbra, paired with excellent local wines, in hidden locations you could not find on your own, learn about how these authentic delicacies end up on our tables and understand the importance of the Portuguese Maritime Expansion contribution to the local economy, society and gastronomy. Visit a hidden old tavern still in business since the 15th Century and finally, taste our best wine product: the "Espumante", traditionally made at this Wine Region DOC Bairrada while enjoying the best views over the city!
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Coimbra Secret Wine and Food Tasting Private Guided Walk
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I'll guide you through narrow medieval streets, where Romans walked like it was theirs, where later António Salazar, the man behind the longest-lived dictatorship in Europe, strolled with similar demeanor, and further through newer neighbourhoods where the real owners, the people, quietly carry on. Where you can unmask the real Coimbra. I share 25 years of my photography experience — from streets and studios of Eastern Europe, London, and New York as a portrait photographer to orange rocks of Spain as a rock climbing photographer — to help you see this city like a pro.
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A Private photography walk with a local.
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Discover the old capital of Portugal, Coimbra, on a private walking tour around the city. Learn about the rich history of this ancient city as you visit key landmarks such as the University of Coimbra, the Joanina Library, the Monastery of Santa Cruz located in the Moorish part of the city, and the Old Cathedral.
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Best of Coimbra Private Walking Tour with University Late Visit
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