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An adventure through the shale villages of Lousã (with hike)

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 10:04
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 plac

Visit the University of Coimbra without queues

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 10:04
Getting to know Coimbra - queuing free - is one of the advantages of GAIA TOUR, as in the city, one of the most important in Portugal, you have an encounter with living history with every step and no time to lose. Our guides will take you on a journey through time and, among other wonders, visit the University of Coimbra, founded in 1290, visit the Joanina Library - one of the most beautiful in the world. It's centuries of history! That's why we value every moment of your journey.

Private Transfer From Coimbra To Lisbon Stops in Batalha Fátima Tomar Alcobaça

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 10:03
Looking to travel from Coimbra up to Lisbon and you would like to enjoy an amazing day stoping in the most amazing places in Portugal? If you don't have transportation this is a perfect way to spend a full day without stress looking where to go, where to park your car, or how much time it will take to get there.We will drive you from Coimbra up to Lisbon (Tour + Transfer) in an easy and comfortable way.Just drop us a message and we can plan our day together.We can make stops in Batalha, Fátima, Tomar and Alcobaça.

Discovering Conimbriga and the Sicó Caves (full day)

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 10:03
The Roman Empire had a tremendous weight in our culture and evidence of this can be found a little everywhere in the Sicó area.In this adventure we will discover the complex of Roman ruins of Conímbriga where you can contemplate the architectural capacity of the Roman people and the way they lived.From here we will head towards another "ex-libbris" of this region, the Casmilo Buracas, majestic geological formations that were once complexes of subterranean caves that are now exposed to the surface.Finally we will see remnants of a structure that was used to defend attacks such as the

Discovering Nature in Coimbra

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 10:03
The city of Coimbra is characterized not only by its historical and cultural heritage, but also by its Natural heritage.In this adventure we want to give you to know some of its green spaces, escape a little from the city where time always runs and provide you with quiet and relaxing moments.A route where you will visit some of the most important forest patches, considered as the lungs of the city, such as the National Forest of Choupal, the Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra, the National Forest of Vale de Canas (where you can find some of the most highlands of Europe) and finally

Discovering Nature in Serra da Lousã

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 10:01
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.

Personal photoshoot

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 10:01
As I said, I believe in traveling as a profound experience, as a personal journey, that goes beyond the touristic guides. A photoshoot might be a good way to explore your self-confidence and charm while keeping great memories of a new destination under your feet.Since I started traveling myself, I developed a tremendous passion for urban photography and travel photography.

A tour between Cascades and Schist Villages, Piodão

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 10:01
In this adventure we will discover some of the most iconic shale villages and waterfalls in central Portugal!We started our trip with a wonderful view of the Mont'Alto Sanctuary.Then, we leave in the direction of Coja where we can relax on its river beach before the mountain paths take us to the village of Benfeita and the waterfall of Fraga da Pena with its imposing 20 meters high.To end in beauty, nothing like visiting the best-known schist village in the country - Piódão….For the more adventurous we still have 2 more places to discover, Foz d’Égua the enchanted village and Poço da Broc

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