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A couple sitting under a rustic wooden pergola in a historic village setting. 1
A rustic stone building with a sign reading "Alasnal Montanhas." 2
A rural village nestled in a valley with wind turbines in the background. 3
Two people walking on a stone pathway overlooking a lush valley with trees and wind turbines in the distance. 4
A historical fortification with a surrounding town, including a church and wind turbines in the background. 5
By Epicocentro
Free cancellation available
Price is £95 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Discover the history and heritage of the region on a day trip from Coimbra
    • Visit some of the most beautiful Schist Villages in the area
    • Learn about the customs and habits of the inhabitants of these villages
    • Enjoy a traditional lunch in a local restaurant (if option selected)
    • Take a dip in a natural pool and relax in the tranquil environment

Activity location

    • Coimbra
    • Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Coimbra, Portugal
    • Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal

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Schist Villages and medieval castles tour

  • Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes4h 30m
    4h 30m
  • English
Price details
£94.54 x 1 Adult£94.54
Total
Price is £94.54

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Guided tour of Aldeias de Xisto
  • Inclusions
    Guided tour to the medieval castles
  • Inclusions
    Historical context
  • Inclusions
    Opportunity to swim in natural waters
  • Inclusions
    Contact with nature and local traditions
  • Inclusions
    Transport
  • Inclusions
    Traditional lunch (if request)
  • Exclusions
    Meals (available upon request at a local restaurant)
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • Discover the most beautiful Schist Villages in Portugal on a full-day tour from Coimbra. Learn about the history and heritage of the region as you explore the villages and two medieval castles.

    Start your tour with a pickup from your hotel in Coimbra and travel to the Schist Villages. Learn about the history and heritage of the region as you explore the villages and get lost between Nature and schist.

    Visit some of the most beautiful Schist Villages in the region 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 have persisted over time and get lost in the beauty of these stunning villages.
    In the between you will also learn more about portuguese history while we visit two of the most important Coimbra's Castles.

    Enjoy the opportunity to swim in the river and relax in the peaceful natural surroundings. If you wish, you can also request a traditional lunch at a local restaurant.

Location

Activity location

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    • Coimbra
    • Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Coimbra, Portugal
    • Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal