• Porto - The expert guide will pick up guests from their hotel, accommodation, or meeting point and drive them to Coimbra, the first stop! Along the way, the guide will share insights into Portuguese history, development, and cultural heritage.
• University of Coimbra - The visit begins at the university, founded in the 13th century and recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage site, along with Rua da Sofia and the upper city. Climbing its tower, which houses the bells marking class times, offers a stunning 360º view of Coimbra. Ground-level attractions include the Pátio das Escolas courtyard, the Sala dos Capelos hall for important ceremonies, the Chapel of São Miguel with its grand Baroque organ, and the Joanine Library, home to over 300,000 works from the 16th to 18th centuries in ornate gilt-covered bookcases. These buildings stand on the site of the Palace where Portugal’s first kings resided when Coimbra was the kingdom’s capital. Admission to the university and library is not included.
• Coimbra - Situated on the banks of the Mondego River, Coimbra is renowned for its University, the oldest in Portugal and one of Europe’s oldest, earning it the title “the city of students.” Numerous monuments from that era showcase the grandeur of Romanesque art. In the shopping district and historic café area of the City Centre, visitors should not miss the Monastery of Santa Cruz, housing the tomb of Portugal’s first king, Afonso Henriques, and across the river, the Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha, restored from the river’s encroaching waters over centuries. The Sé Velha (Old Cathedral) is also notable, where the monumental serenade occurs, with students in black capes singing Coimbra Fado with heartfelt emotion. This is part of the Queima das Fitas (Burning of the Ribbons) ritual every May, celebrating newly graduated students with a vibrant party. This lively spirit is present year-round in the many pubs, restaurants, and “Repúblicas” (student residences), exemplifying community life.
• Aveiro - In the afternoon, the tour continues to Aveiro, located by the sea and the ria (estuary), featuring a network of canals navigated by moliceiros (local boats). These slender, colorful boats, once used for collecting algae and seaweed, now offer sightseeing trips.
• Ria de Aveiro - Cruise through Aveiro’s stunning canals on a classic Moliceiro (traditional boat). Relax and enjoy the scenery on this traditional vessel, once used for gathering seagrass in the lagoon.
• Costa Nova - The final stop is Costa Nova do Prado beach, commonly known as Costa Nova. The most charming feature of Costa Nova is its coastal road lined with wooden huts painted in vibrant stripes alternating with white. Originally built by fishermen as shelters and equipment stores, these huts have been transformed into distinctive holiday homes.

• Private transportation
• Porto City Walking Tour (available from the day after your experience)
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Traditional “Moliceiro” Boat cruise
• Visit to Aveiro Historical centre
• Visit to Coimbra University and historical centre

• Lunch
• Admission Fees to Royal Palace , São Miguel Chapel, Joanina Library

The guide will collect guests from their hotel or designated meeting point and transport them to Coimbra, sharing insights into Portuguese history and culture along the way.

The initial stop on this journey will be a tour of the University of Coimbra, a historic 13th-century institution. Highlights include the tower offering panoramic views, Pátio das Escolas, Sala dos Capelos, Chapel of São Miguel, and the Joanine Library.

Guests will also have the chance to explore the city, with notable sites such as the Monastery of Santa Cruz, the Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha, and the Old Cathedral (Sé Velha).

Upon reaching Aveiro, guests will enjoy a ride through the canals on a moliceiro, a traditional regional boat, taking in the sights of the city and its intricate canal system.

The final stop before returning to Porto will be at Costa Nova Beach, renowned for its charming wooden houses adorned with colorful stripes.

• Please kindly be aware that the overall duration of the activity could be influenced by traffic conditions. We highly advise against scheduling any additional activities or making other plans within the hour following the anticipated completion time.
• Discover Porto in a unique way with a Free Walking Tour with Living Tours, available to all customers who book this activity. Our Free Walking Tour is available on a daily basis, in English and Spanish, at 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. departing from Living Tours Agency located in Rua Mouzinho da Silveira 352, 4050-418 Porto

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.