Shared Coimbra & Aveiro Tour from Porto with Moliceiro Cruise

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  • Price from
    €99
  • Duration
    9 h
  • Group size
    Up to 8 travellers
  • Guide languages
    Portuguese, English, French, Spanish

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    Overview

    Travel from Porto on a shared, full-day trip to Coimbra and Aveiro, with a maximum of 8 travelers. Visit the University of Coimbra complex, included in the tour; its grounds are free to access. Admission tickets for the historic buildings inside are optional and not included. Continue to Aveiro for the included moliceiro cruise along the canals. Lunch and personal expenses are not included. The tour lasts approximately 9 hours and starts and ends at R. de Cândido dos Reis 105 in Porto. A minimum of 3 travelers is required for the tour to operate.

    What's included

    • Local guide
    • Bottled water
    • River cruise in Aveiro
    • Coimbra University Complex
    • Fuel surcharge

    Not included

    • Lunch
    • Personal Expenses
    • Coimbra University tickets

    What you will do

    • Porto

      1. Departure from Porto

      Starting point: Touch Tours, Rua Cândido dos Reis 105, Porto

      Meet your local guide in central Porto and begin a comfortable journey south towards Coimbra. Travel through the Portuguese countryside while your guide introduces the history and culture of the regions you will discover throughout the day.

      Pass by, no stop

    • Visit the University of Coimbra complex, included in the tour; access to its grounds is free. Tickets for the historic buildings inside the complex are optional and not included. Your guide can assist with purchasing tickets for a time slot that fits the tour schedule, subject to availability. Guests who choose not to visit the buildings can still explore the free grounds and university area.

      1 h 30 min

    • Explore the charming historic streets of Portugal’s former capital, famous for its medieval heritage, student traditions and beautiful architecture. Discover the atmosphere of the old town, with highlights including the Old Cathedral, historic squares and picturesque streets connecting the upper town to the Mondego River.

      1 h

    • Traditional Lunch in Coimbra

      Take a relaxing lunch break in Coimbra and discover the flavours of traditional Portuguese cuisine. Enjoy the local atmosphere before continuing your journey to the beautiful coastal city of Aveiro.

      Lunch is not included.

      Your guide will recommend different options for lunch.

      1 h 15 min

    • Discover Aveiro, often called the Venice of Portugal, with its colourful Art Nouveau buildings, charming bridges and picturesque canals. Explore the historic centre, admire the traditional moliceiro boats and discover the city’s maritime heritage and famous ovos moles sweets.

      Pass by, no stop

    • Experience Aveiro from the water aboard a traditional moliceiro boat. Cruise through the city’s scenic canals, passing colourful historic buildings, charming bridges and landmarks that reveal Aveiro’s fascinating connection with its waterways and salt-trading heritage.

      55 min

    • Aveiro to Porto

      After discovering two of central Portugal’s most charming cities, relax aboard your comfortable vehicle as your guide takes you back to Porto, bringing a memorable day of history, culture and beautiful scenery to an end.

      Arrive back in central Porto at the original meeting point, completing your full-day Coimbra and Aveiro experience.

      50 min

    Meeting point

    Please meet us at Rua Cândido dos Reis 105 Porto. Have a lovely tour.

    End point: Please meet us at Rua Cândido dos Reis 105 Porto. Have a lovely tour.

    Important information

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • A minimum of 3 people is required to conduct the tour

    Cancellation policy

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