Schist Villages and Medieval Castles Tour

5.0
(29 reviews)

4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 3 more

Discover the history and heritage of the region on a day trip from Coimbra, visit some of the most beautiful Schist Villages in the region and two of the most important castles in the region. Learn about the history and heritage of the Coimbra region by visiting the best unknown places, true treasures located around the city. This private tour will take you to explore the Villages, get lost between nature and schist and learn about the details that allow you to imagine what life was like for the inhabitants in the past. Discover the habits and customs that persist over time and lose yourself in the beauty of these stunning Villages. In between, you will also learn more about the history of Portugal past civilizations as we visit two of the most important Medieval Castles in Coimbra, military instruments that still remain after centuries. Start your tour from the city, I will contact you beforehand so that we can choose a place to collect. If you have look some wild animals may say hi!

What's Included

Private transportation
Inclusive tourism guide
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

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Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Our first stop will be at this enigmatic castle, which due to its location, leaves no one indifferent. We will visit the castle, learn about its importance over the centuries and listen to some legends that still persist in the popular imagination today.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    These villages offer an authentic and enchanting experience, with stunning landscapes, hiking trails, and a rich cultural heritage, they are unique in the country and one of the greatest legacies of the central area. The first village we will visit is Candal, one of the most emblematic and picturesque villages.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    We will make three more stops in some of these amazing villages. We will discover some that are more touristy than others and find a different cultural identity in each of them.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Our last stop will be at Penela castle, a centenary castle that is part of the network of castles and walls of the Mondego, a group that once had a fundamental strategic importance for the subsistence of the city of Coimbra. We will discover a little about its history and get to know this incredible heritage heritage.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The Remain part of the tour will be in tranportation
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