The Full-day Private Coimbra and Aveiro Tour will take you to one of the most famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites, in Portugal: Coimbra’s University!
Known as the city of the students Coimbra has centuries of culture and history. With our expert guide, you’ll visit Portugal’s first university and its world-famous 18th Century library. A must-do in this city is walking around the downtown city center and visiting Coimbra’s important monuments.
On your way back to Oporto we’ll stop at the West Coast of Portugal to visit Aveiro! It’s a beautiful fishing village known to be the Venice of Portugal.
Aveiro is a city rich in history, you can visit the places such as the imposing Barra Lighthouse, the tallest in Portugal, and the colorful wooden houses on the Coast.
And of course the famous salt pans or the most ancient porcelain manufacturer in the country: Vista Alegre.
| Low Season |
High Season |
Special Season |
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| 2 people: | 438€ | 487€ | 511€ |
| 3 people: | 466€ | 518€ | 544€ |
| 4 people: | 519€ | 577€ | 606€ |
| 5 people: | 540€ | 600€ | 630€ |
| 6 people: | 562€ | 625€ | 656€ |
| 7 people: | 583€ | 648€ | 681€ |
| 8 people: contact us | |||
Low Season: Nov 1st to Dec 14th & Jan 11th to Mar 31st
High Season: April, June, July, August & Dec 15th to Jan 10th
Special Season: May, September & October
It’s the city of students and offers centuries of culture and history.
Firstly you can choose to visit Coimbra’s university, the first in the country! However, the highlight is its World-famous library! It’s a Baroque masterpiece built under the order of King John V, in the 18th Century. It has copies of the rarest bibliographic collections from the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries.
Then, enjoy some time walking in the downtown city center and visit many other important monuments in the city. One of the most important is the Old Cathedral, a Romanesque building. Built when Afonso Henriques declared himself King of Portugal and chose Coimbra as the kingdom’s capital.
A fishing village, considered for many as the Venice of Portugal due to the large network of canals that flows through the city.
Here, you can take a boat trip through the city’s canals on the ‘Moliceiro’ typical local boats. Aveiro is rich in History and has a well-preserved legacy.
As a matter of fact, visiting the salt pans is a highlight. In addition to the connection between past and present, you will learn about the process, methods, and tools used to harvest the salt.
Another key point of Aveiro’s village is Vista Alegre. For sure that during your stay in Portugal, you have already come across the works of this high-end Portuguese porcelain manufacturer. They are located in Aveiro and you can visit their museum or even do a workshop there!
Is a thematic park, mainly intended for children. It is designed as an educational and tourist space to show aspects of culture and Portuguese Heritage.
Archaeologists believe that Conímbriga is one of the largest Roman settlements known in Portugal. Conímbriga is visited annually by 100 thousand people.
At Barra beach, you can visit the oldest lighthouse in Portugal: Barra Lighthouse, and at Costa Nova beach see the typical local colorful wooden houses, formerly storage barns, and fishermen’s shelters.
From 438€
| Low Season |
High Season |
Special Season |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 people: | 438€ | 487€ | 511€ |
| 3 people: | 466€ | 518€ | 544€ |
| 4 people: | 519€ | 577€ | 606€ |
| 5 people: | 540€ | 600€ | 630€ |
| 6 people: | 562€ | 625€ | 656€ |
| 7 people: | 583€ | 648€ | 681€ |
| 8 people: contact us | |||
Low Season: Nov 1st to Dec 14th & Jan 11th to Mar 31st
High Season: April, June, July, August & Dec 15th to Jan 10th
Special Season: May, September & October
Every client is a friend to us and we always try to achieve 100% satisfaction of our clients, exceeding their expectations. Our concept is based on quality, professionalism and hospitality.
Our tours are always private (just you and our guide/driver).
The tour highlights recommend some places to visit, however, there are others that may interest you, so we list some of them on ‘optional visits and experiences’. Our main goal is to provide you an unforgettable day therefore we have the flexibility to customize the itinerary according your preferences and tour length.
Our company is certified by the World Travel & Tourism Council as "Safe Travels" (COVID-19 Measures).
Please contact us for advice about our accommodation options. We have a list of hotels based in local 3*, 4* and 5* Bed & Breakfasts and Boutique hotels throughout Portugal. We will provide you with suggestions so you can choose what best suits your budget.
Our tours are escorted by very experienced expert guides, all of whom work with us full time. With excellent English, permission to skip lines, and expertise that came from real-life experience and on-the-ground knowledge, they are the key to accessing hidden gems and experiencing the true authenticity of our culture. Our guides are non-smoking.
Departure
Starting and finishing in Oporto
Departure time
To be agreed
What’s included
Not included
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Meals
Other entrance fees
Private Coimbra and Aveiro Tour
8 hours - Sightseeing private tour - from 438€ for 2 people
