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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.
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Lousa Mountain Private Tour
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Visit remote places up in the mountains outside Coimbra that take a 4-wheel-drive vehicle to reach on this private tour of the schist villages around Lousã Mountain. Drive up into the mountains to see a series of these scenic villages made of shale stone, some of which will involve hiking to reach and passing through forest home to local wildlife. Places on this tour are limited to travelers.
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Schist Villages at Lousa Mountain
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Discover one of Portugal’s largest Roman settlements—and couple visits to ancient ruins with a museum excursion—during this private-half day Conimbriga tour. Choose between morning and afternoon start times, depart from your Coimbra hotel, and travel via private vehicle. You’ll discover Conimbriga’s ruins and famed aqueduct, will visit the PO.RO.S - Portugal Roman Museum in Sicó, and can also explore the Museu Monografico de Conimbriga.
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Conimbriga and The Roman Tour
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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
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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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During this tour we will take you to explore archaeological monuments dating back to the 4th century BC. that were used in the beginning as a way of remembering and adoring their dead. During this adventure you can get to know several Dolmens / Orcas (from Fiais da Telha, Ameal, Palheira among others) as well as several granite outcrops that fed the imagination of our ancestors leading to the emergence of several stories and legends. Halfway through our tour, you will still have the opportunity to taste some of the regional products that will surely make your mouth water. All this will always be accompanied by breathtaking landscapes and unforgettable demonstrations of Nature.
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Archaeological Circuit of Fiais/Azenha and Cova da Moira
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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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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…
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Roman Ruins of Conímbriga, Penela Castle and Buracas do Casmilo
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Serra da Lousã is known for its "magical villages" of schist but it is not only its stone houses that are magical. This off-road tour will take you to the discovery of its oak, chestnut and pine forests where noble creatures and magical silhouettes inhabit the Deer. Among the forests where these majestic beings inhabit we will also take you to observe and know smaller species, but no less important for the ecosystem, which gave us their unique colors and look… Come with us on this adventure, the Serra da Lousã Nature awaits you.
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Discovering Nature in Serra da Lousã
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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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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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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!
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Private 6-hour Jeep Tour Serra da Estrela
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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.
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6H Private Piódão Jeep Tour and Serra do Açor
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DE scubra the wild heart of the Natural Park of the Air Serras and Lights. Here, each stone tells a story with millions DE years. Accompanied POR a Guide who reads the landscape like an open book, you will explore this territory, POR among valleys and fossils, which testify to the history of the planet. It is not a walk, it is a meeting with Time, Science and Silence. Feel the energy of the limestone under your feet, the wind that shaped mountains and the echo of the birds that inhabit this mineral realm. An experience for those looking for more than landscapes: looking for meaning, knowledge and emotion. One day at PNSAC transforms the look, and remembers that Nature is not visited, it is lived.
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Between Rocks and Silences : Scientific and Emotional Exploration PNSAC
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Guided route in an off-road vehicle with a driver through the places of greatest natural, human and cultural interest in Serra da Lousã. Includes visit to four Schist Villages of Serra da Lousã, Trevim (highest point of Serra da Lousã), Santo António da Neve and Neveiros Reais (former Royal Fábrica do Gelo from the 18th century) and the Alge river valley (where the sites of mountains with more deer and roe deer), passing through places of rare beauty, such as centuries-old chestnut trees, deciduous and coniferous forests and breathtaking viewpoints. Depending on the route (half day or full day) the organization will define the Schist Villages to visit in each program, but as a rule are the following: Gondramaz (Miranda do Corvo), Aigra Nova (headquarters of the Schist Traditions Eco-Museum) and Aigra Velha (Góis) and Candal, Cerdeira or Talasnal (Lousã). The program may include lunch.
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Private Jeep Tour Serra da Lousã and Schist Villages
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Escape the crowds and delve into the natural and agricultural wonderland of the Gaios trail— leading to the Penedo C'Abana viewpoint—on a hiking tour of Tábua. Throughout this private hike, you'll be able to stop to rest and take photographs whenever you like, as well as walking at a pace that suits you and your party.
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Gaios Trail and Penedo C'Abana Viewpoint, Coimbra
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Embark on this Full-Day Private Bairrada Sparkling Wine Tour and indulge your senses in the heart of Portugal's renowned wine country! Your day begins with a personalized, chauffeur-driven journey through the stunning Bairrada region, setting the scene for an unforgettable adventure. As you traverse the picturesque landscape, you'll have the opportunity to visit two locations - Alianca Underground Museum and Caves do Solar de Sao Domingos - each with its own unique charm and distinctive wines. Expert sommeliers and winemakers will guide you through tastings of exceptional wines, sharing deep knowledge and passion for winemaking. Enjoy a delightful traditional lunch in Bairrada, paired with local specialties, perfectly complementing the wines you've tasted throughout the day. Don't miss the opportunity to create lasting memories on this Private Bairrada Sparkling Wine Tour, escaping the hustle of Coimbra for a day of indulgence and appreciation of Portugal's vinicultural heritage.
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Full-Day Private Bairrada Sparkling Wine Tour from Coimbra
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Schist villages have already been dubbed “magic villages”, their names sound like Romans, Arabs and even barbarians, but it is their characteristic appearance that makes them so fantastic. These structures, which date back to medieval times, emanate an architectural beauty that is still difficult to match today, even more fascinating are the places where they are found due to the need to settle for pastoral and agricultural activities. During this adventure, we will take you to discover some of the most beautiful Schist villages in Serra da Lousã, as well as the breathtaking landscapes that this unique place has to offer… In the afternoon we will visit Penacova, the village “where Nature lives”, where “you can breathe good air”, a place that awaits you and where the Mondego river will guide you! Follow and listen to the melody of the waters of the River Mondego and the River Alva, feel the “good air” of Penacova contouring your face and discover windmills and watermills while the green mountains will accompany you.
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From the Schist Villages of Lousã to the Mills of Penacova
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We will start our morning visiting the Aliança Underground Museum. In the traditional wine cellars of Aliança Vinhos de Portugal we can contemplate eight different collections, this museum equipment deals with areas such as archaeology, ethnography, mineralogy, paleontology, tiles, ceramics and tinsmithing covering an impressive temporal extension with millions of years. After lunch, we will discover, along paths and trails surrounded by leafy and green trees, the magic of the Mata Nacional do Bussaco, one of the richest national forests in natural, architectural and cultural heritage and, currently, a candidate for UNESCO World Heritage Site. . A forest where every corner has a story to tell, a way of life to observe, melodies to be enchanted, landscapes to contemplate.
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Aliança Underground Museum and Mata do Bussaco - Coimbra
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Buggy rides in the stunning Lousã mountains with a stop at Aldeia de Xisto Casal Novo and breathtaking viewpoints. The dual passion for nature and adventure led us to create an opportunity to share the remarkable beauty of Serra da Lousã with others looking for an experience that goes beyond just getting to know the tourist areas.
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Buggy Tour in Serra da Lousã 2Hours
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