Coimbra & Aveiro Private Tour (All-Inclusive)

Enjoy a private full-day experience to discover the charm of Coimbra and Aveiro. Discover the oldest university, glide along Aveiro's romantic canals and sample typical regional cuisine. An all-inclusive experience with expert and friendly guides. 

• Visit the 16th century UNESCO University of Coimbra
• Discover the old Moorish town of Coimbra
• Visit the Monastery of Santa Cruz and the tomb of Portugal's first king
• 3-course regional cuisine lunch
• Explore the old town of Aveiro, the "Venice of Portugal"

Share with us a day of experiences between history and tradition, as we walk through the black capes worn by students for over 5 centuries at the oldest university in Portugal and along the romantic canals of Aveiro, the "Venice of Portugal".Following a visit the emblematic University of Coimbra, a UNESCO Site, we explore the streets of the old Moorish Town, which itnessed the foundation of the Portuguese Nationality, where we will find the Old Cathedral. 

Still immersed in authenticity and tradition, we will savor a typical regional meal in one of the gastronomic capitals of the country. It's time to stroll through the romantic city of Aveiro and taste the famous "ovos moles." Discover the city's history in a moment of relaxation. 

All this and much more, without rushing and accompanied by a certified, experienced and friendly guide who will make this day an unforgettable memory to be shared with your loved ones.

1) Meeting with your guide: 
Your guide will meet you at your accommodation to start your private experience (All inclusive) through the "City of Students" and the "Portuguese Venice".

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2) Visit the UNESCO University of Coimbra 
We will discover, as the first stop of the day, the monumental building from the 16th century of the oldest University in Portugal (created in 1290 by King Dinis), one of the oldest in the world, still in operation, as well as the halls in its interior and the Chapel of São Miguel and, of course, its most famous pearl: the Joanina Library, one of the most beautiful libraries in the world, a masterpiece of Portuguese baroque dating from 1717.

In the "Páteo das Escolas" of the University of Coimbra, our guide will tell you the legends and stories that link the city to student tradition with more than 500 years of existence, while enjoying the beautiful views over the Mondego River.


This experience includes:

- Entrance and guided tour the University of Coimbra  - Entrance and guided tour of the Joanina Library
- Photo-moment at the viewpoint
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3)Discover the Old town of Coimbra 
Still with the nostalgic feeling of the University, we move towards the riverside, to cross the mythical old Moorish city, where we will have the opportunity to discover the mysteries hidden in the historic alleys of the Sé Velha (Old Cathedral) , the stairs of the "Rua Quebra-costas" where the "tricanas" carried fresh water to the city, the Torre de Almedina and, finally, the city's pedestrian shopping street , where you can relax with a moment of free time to enjoy all the traditional commerce and typical local pastries.


This experience includes:

- Guided tour of the Historical Center
- Moment of free time 
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4) Taste local cuisine with a 3-course regional lunch 
"Secrets, especially in the kitchen, are better when shared, so that the cuisine can continue to live" - Bo Songvisava

After so much discovery and so much knowledge, we invite you to enjoy the richness of the gastronomy of this region, at a table where the flavors and scents are deliciously full of authenticity and tradition.


This lunch includes:

- Appetizer
- Main course (meat, fish and vegetarian options)
- Drinks (water, juices or wines)
- Dessert
- Coffee
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5) Explore the city of Aveiro, the “Venice of Portugal” 
After a regional lunch, completely relaxed, we will walk through the center of the canals of the Ria de Aveiro, in what is called the "Venice of Portugal", through the alleys that will take us to the Fish Market, the Rossio Garden and the beautiful "Art-Noveau" buildings that decorate this city with romanticism.


This experience includes:

- Guided tour of the Historical Centre of Aveiro - Moment of free time
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6) Return to your accommodation: 

It is time to return, relaxed, to your accommodation. While doing so, you'll be able to recall the day's memories, photos and videos of the memorable moments spent in our company and share them with your group of friends and family.

Thank you for your preference. 
We hope to see you soon!

• Infant seats available

• Museu de Aveiro, Avenida Santa Joana, Aveiro, Portugal
• Sé Velha - Coimbra, Largo da Sé Velha, Coimbra, Portugal
• Biblioteca Joanina, biblioteca joanina, Coimbra, Portugal
• University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
• Mercado do peixe, Largo da Praça do Peixe, Aveiro, Portugal
• Costa Nova, Largo Mercado Manuel Firmino, Aveiro, Portugal
• Jardim do Rossio, Largo do Rossio, Aveiro, Portugal
• Torre de Almedina, Rua do Arco Almedina, Coimbra, Portugal
• Passadiços Ria de Aveiro, Portugal
• Quinta das Lágrimas Hotel, Rua António Augusto Gonçalves, Coimbra, Portugal
• Jardim Botânico da Universidade de Coimbra, Calçada Martim de Freitas, Coimbra, Portugal
• Mosteiro de Santa Cruz, Praça 8 de Maio, Coimbra, Portugal
• Monasterio de Santa Clara-a-Nova, Calçada Santa Isabel, Coimbra, Portugal
• Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Velha, Rua Parreiras, Coimbra, Portugal
• Sé Nova de Coimbra, Largo Feira dos Estudantes, Coimbra, Portugal

Cancellations & Refunds

Flexible and Family-friendly Policy

In case the reservation is rescheduled to a later date, the amount already paid is guaranteed but also the rescheduling of the reservation will not have any additional cost.

In case of cancellations made up to 24 hours before the starting time of the Van Tour, a refund of 100% of the amount paid is guaranteed.

In case of no-show or cancellation made less than 24 hours before the starting time of the Van Tour, there will be no refund.

Your Tours Portugal – Tour Operator

Your Tours Portugal is a company specialised in the design of private tours, guided tours and self-guided tours, personalised and tailor-made programs, as well as other Cultural Touring activities in Portugal and is legally registered with charter and certification by the Tourism of Portugal as Tourism Animation Agent RNAAT 347/2016 and as Tourism Operator with the registration RNAVT 9902. This certification can be consulted at any time at Turismo de Portugal or directly on the RNT platform (National Tourism Register). We invite you to check our quality and standards, through customer feedback on various platforms for travel recommendations, such as Tripadvisor or yourtours.com.

Clean & Safe | Safe Travels Protocols

Your Tours Portugal guarantees the best conditions of comfort and safety required and holds the Clean & Safe Certification Seals (Touristic Animation), Clean & Safe (Guides-Interpreters) and also the Safe Travels Seal - WTTC, result of the company and its team's investment on specific trainings. The partners of Your Tours Portugal follow the hygiene and prevention standards required in the services provided, working, the first one, only with partners that comply with the recommendations and mandatory requirements of their respective sector.

Insurances

All tours, packages and services of Your Tours Portugal, as well as its clients and collaborators, are fully covered by the mandatory insurance required by law for this activity, including (but not limited to):

Liability Insurance, Vehicle Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, Workers Accident Insurance.

Other notes/information

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Your Tours Portugal will not be held responsible for speculative, false or fraudulent travel reservations made by the customer, for faults in the execution of the agreement attributable to the customer, for faults attributable to a third party not involved in the supply of the planned services, for faults that are unforeseeable and unavoidable and for situations due to force majeure.

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Not wheelchair accessible. 
The tours are subject to local traffic, visit schedules and other external factors.
Specific nutritional or dietary food restrictions must be informed in advance.
Infant seats are available on request. Please advise in advance.