PORTO · DESTINATION
41 Tours Reviewed
Coimbra’s river ride feels like time travel. You get a guided cruise on a traditional Barca Serrana along the Mondego River, told through the history of Coimbra’s trade and the people who used these boats for centuries. It’s also run…
Coimbra’s library hits you fast. This private former-alumni style walk threads you through the UNESCO-listed University of Coimbra, the ornate Joanina Library, and the St Michael Chapel with a guide who explains more than stone and ceilings. I like the…
Coimbra and Aveiro in one long day sounds ambitious, but it works. You start in Portugal’s river-and-university world and end with a slow boat glide through Aveiro’s canals on a traditional moliceiro. I like that the route is built around…
Coimbra has a way of sticking in your head. This guided walk with Daniel (a student from the University of Coimbra) feels personal because you see the city through student life and traditions, not just stone and dates. You start…
Porto is a great base, but this day trip earns its keep. You’ll get Aveiro and Coimbra in one smooth route, swapping canal views for university-streets without stress. I especially like the mix of guided walking time and “see it…
Two cities in one clean, well-paced day. What makes this tour fun is the mix of Aveiro’s canal scenery and Coimbra’s university streets, plus the Moliceiro boat cruise that brings the day to life. I also like the small size…
A pilgrimage and a university town in one day. This full-day tour links Fátima Sanctuary with Coimbra’s University courtyard, with a guide driving the story (and usually the timing) so the day doesn’t feel like a long bus detour. You…
The Mondego River is made for an easy paddle. This Coimbra-area kayaking tour turns the water into the main event, with easy current help, forest-lined views, and plenty of chances to hop out and cool off. I love that you…
Coimbra has a way of pulling you upward. This guided walk links the University of Coimbra with the medieval streets below, using a real local story thread so you understand why students, chapels, and courtyards matter. It’s also a smart…
Fátima and Coimbra in one day is a two-beat story. This full-day trip ties Portugal’s spiritual center to one of Europe’s oldest university cities, with time built in for real wandering, not just photo stops. I love how the day…
Fado hits different in Coimbra. At Casa Fado ao Centro, you’ll sit close enough to feel the Fado de Coimbra pull—then get a quick, human story of how this music grew in the city. I especially like the intimate setting…
