An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã | 3 hours to 4 hours

65 Reviews | Coimbra
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Program 2
2 Adults x $136.48
$272.96
Approx Total
$272.96
Shale Village of Gondramaz Talasnal Schist Village Schist Village of Casal Novo
Program 1
2 Adults x $136.48
$272.96
Approx Total
$272.96
Lousã Castle Candal Shale Village Cerdeira Shale Village
Program 2
2 Adults x $136.48
$272.96
Approx Total
$272.96
Shale Village of Gondramaz Talasnal Schist Village Schist Village of Casal Novo
Program 1
2 Adults x $136.48
$272.96
Approx Total
$272.96
Lousã Castle Candal Shale Village Cerdeira Shale Village
Program 2
2 Adults x $136.48
$272.96
Approx Total
$272.96
Shale Village of Gondramaz Talasnal Schist Village Schist Village of Casal Novo
Program 1
2 Adults x $136.48
$272.96
Approx Total
$272.96
Lousã Castle Candal Shale Village Cerdeira Shale Village
Program 2
2 Adults x $136.48
$272.96
Approx Total
$272.96
Shale Village of Gondramaz Talasnal Schist Village Schist Village of Casal Novo
Program 1
2 Adults x $136.48
$272.96
Approx Total
$272.96
Lousã Castle Candal Shale Village Cerdeira Shale Village

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Portuguese, English
  • Follow-up by qualified technical guides throughout the course
  • Photos of the tour
  • Personal Accident and Liability Insurance
  • Transportation with collection in the place where it is housed (region of Coimbra and Lousã)
  • Coffee and/or Tea

Overview

The villages of Shale have already been dubbed "magical villages," their names sound like Romans, Arabs and even barbarians, but it is their characteristic appearance that makes them so fantastic. These structures dating back to medieval times emanate an architectural beauty that is still difficult to match today, even more fascinating are the places where they find themselves by necessity of fixation for pastoral and agricultural activities. During this adventure we will take you to know some of the most beautiful villages of Shale of Serra da Lousã as well as the sweeping landscapes that this unique place has to offer ...

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Pickup details

We make the transfer in any place in the region of Coimbra (can be done in the hotel where is housed in Coimbra or elsewhere in the city) ... Read more ▼

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Meeting points

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Coimbra (Pass By)

    Program 1 Lousã Castle Candal Shale Village Cerdeira Shale Village Program 2 Shale Village of Stye Talasnal Shale Village Young Couple Shale Village Witchyard

  • Lousa (Pass By)

    One of the possible starting points. We pick up your accommodation.

  • N/A (Pass By)

    we will visit the villages described above in the programs

  • Aldeias do Xisto (Pass By)

    we will visit the villages described above in the programs

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Additional Info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not suitable for people with mobility problems

Free Cancellation

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Excellent Jeep Tour

Published on Dec, 2024

We had a fantastic jeep tour of the Schist villages with Sergio! He was incredibly knowledgeable about the area, and took us up to the top of the mountain. We explored the local houses and he even took us to see some wild salamanders. He gave us plenty of time for photos, and even took some himself. We would 100% recommend this tour, if you're in Lousa or Coimbra.

Authentic Day trip to the beautiful Schist Villages

Published on Dec, 2024

We thoroughly enjoyed our day trip to the Schict Villages of Lousa. Sergio was awesome. He was very flexible with our timings and showed us around and gave us all the local tit bits. I would highly recommend this tour. Don't think twice before booking it.

Amazing tour!

Published on Nov, 2024

We had an amazing day with Sérgio. He was a pleasure to tour with and a very informative and helpful guide. Bonus that he took pictures for us he sent to us after. Would definitely recommend!

Well worth it.

Published on Oct, 2024

Lovely fella. We think his name was Sergio. Great communication and information shared along the way. We enjoyed the villages and history. A unique afternoon.

Lovely day away from the city

Published on Oct, 2024

It was nice to take a break from the busy city and see the storybook like villages. Fatima was so kind and we enjoyed the time with her.

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