From Lisbon - Private Tour to Coimbra with Drop-off in Porto
Are you in Lisbon and want to visit Porto? Have you thought about how you are going to travel from Lisbon to Porto? Did you know that one of the most spectacular regions of Portugal is on the way between Lisbon and Porto? Turn your transfer into an unforgettable experience visiting some locations in the Center of Portugal and discover a country within the country.
204 km from Lisbon you will find Coimbra, the first capital of the kingdom, in the time of our first monarchs, for almost two centuries, it gained new prominence with the foundation of the University in 1290, which provided the formation of an urban core full of remarkable buildings.
Visit Coimbra, an old, effervescent city that has a young population with a lot to teach and show us.
Did you know that … • that there are bats in the Johannine Library and that they play a fundamental role in keeping books, as the bats eat the paper-eating insects? • Saint Anthony deepened his knowledge at the Santa Cruz Monastery?
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From Lisbon - Private Tour to Coimbra with Drop-off in Porto
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(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Coimbra
Avoid the stress of traveling by public transport or a shared tour and choose the comfort and safety in the company of your private guide who will pick you up at your hotel in a comfortable vehicle with the Clean & Safe Seal guarantee. This tour is designed for those who want to get away from the traditional tours and have a more authentic and unique experience. Travel time from Lisbon to Coimbra is approximately 2h (204km)
Universita Di Coimbra
You will start the visit to Coimbra at the University of Coimbra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enter the Paço das Escolas. Here you find the Joanina Library, the São Miguel Chapel, the Capelos Room, the Medieval and Academic Prison, the Weapons Room, the Private Examination Room and the University Tower are located. Founded in 1290 by King D. Dinis, the University of Coimbra is the oldest Portuguese-speaking university and one of the oldest in the world. With 730 years of history, the University of Coimbra is an unavoidable institution in the history of Portugal and the entire Portuguese-speaking world, having been considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013, due to its unique material and immaterial heritage.
Se Velha De Coimbra
While leaving the University, you will follow towards Sé Velha (Old Cathedral of Coimbra). The construction of the Old Cathedral began in the 12th century under the direction of Master Roberto, who was directing in the same period the works of the Cathedral of Lisbon. The Romanic church, built-in yellow limestone, is located on a slope and is composed of three aisles, a prominent transept and a threefold headboard. The one-floor cloister, located on the southern side of the church was built at the beginning of the 13th century.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Pick-up at hotel/accommodation in Lisbon
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Drop-off at hotel/accommodation in Porto
- Driver/Guide
- Any additional expenses not covered and agreed in advance
- Entrance tickets to monuments
- Lunch
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
- Folding Wheelchair accessible
- Instant Confirmation
- Other departure locations are available upon request
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Pickup and Dropoff
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Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Pickup and Drop-off at your hotel/accommodation in Lisbon and the surroundings The driver/guide uses an identification with his name and that of our company through a badge. Pickup locations other than specified are available upon request. However, an additional fee may apply. Please consult us so that we can assess this situation.
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Ticket Redemption
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity
