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What to do and see in Coimbra, Central Portugal: The Best Wine Tours & Tastings
Coimbra (Portuguese pronunciation: [kuˈĩbɾɐ, ˈkwĩbɾɐ]; Proto-Celtic: *Corumbriga)) is a city and a municipality in Portugal. The population at the 2011 census was 143,397, in an area of 319.40 square kilometres (123.3 sq mi). The fourth-largest urban centre in Portugal (after Lisbon, Porto, Braga), it is the largest city of the district of Coimbra, the Centro region and the Baixo Mondego subregion. About 460,000 people live in the Região de Coimbra, comprising 19 municipalities and extending into an area 4,336 square kilometres (1,674 sq mi).
Restaurants in Coimbra
1. Discovering the Prior Lucas vineyards, Coimbra
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4.6 based on 5 reviews
A wine with a history of 3 generations fruit of past vines from parents to children. Come with us to know this magnificent wine and not least, all the process necessary for its production. From the vine to the glass, we will show you the reason for Rui Lucas's passion for his wine. Inserted in the Route of the Bairrada marks the difference by the cultivation of small plots that include either recent vineyards or centuries old vineyards ....
Inclusions: Private transportation, Tasting of 4 wines, olive oil and other regional products, Follow-up by qualified technical guides throughout the course, Photos of the tour, Personal Accident and Liability Insurance
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Reviewed By LoveTravel329925
We went with Aventuras Forte-s to the Serra de Brasfemes with the goal to find fossils. Not only we found them, but Sergio, who is so passionate about it, came with some rare samples to show us (and carried them just to educate us) ;-) But it is finally Fatima, our second tour guide, who found most of the fossils (and offered them to us). We could not hope for more, one guide with historical details and the other guide with sharp eyes to find plenty of them. This was a wonderful experience, that we can only recommend if you are in the Coimbra area. We cannot wait to do a new adventure with them in the near future. Thanks again.
2. Bussaco Forest and Bairrada Winery Route
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3.0 based on 2 reviews
After pickup of participants in Coimbra, we head to the Mata Nacional do Bussaco where we will make an easy walk through the beautiful gardens of the Palace Hotel do Bussaco, Vale dos fetos and end at Fonte cold. After an invigorating walk, we start a panoramic tour, where we will pass through several wine estates and in one of the oldest and most traditional wineries in the region, we will take a break to visit. We will have direct contact with the "terroir", the grapes, the deep and fresh tunnels where the nectars rest and we will do a wine and sparkling tasting. After the winery, the next stop is at a restaurant where we will understand the secret of making the "crispy" skin typical of the pig roasted in Bairrada and also its flavor.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Glass of Champagne, Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Footprints60413
Xavier not only educated us on Conimbriga but also the surrounding area. He took us to these beautiful limestone caves, to the town of Rabaçal and bought us it’s famous artisan cheese and bread. What a lovely surprise. He showed and explained the markers for the Fátima and St James pilgrimage trail. Both going through Conimbriga. We highly recommend this tour by Xavier.
3. 7 Days Private Tour. Wines and Gastronomy
Emerge yourself into this great adventure, where unique wines are complemented by natural landscapes, architecture, cultural secrets and history. Despite the small size - Portugal has multiple treasures to be discovered. Each region prepares you different scenarios, like : local recipes, traditions, customs and so many wine styles. I propose you joining me in this trip and enjoy the Portuguese culture made by a rich and ancient history. Famous monuments, colorful villages, kilometers of stunning coastline, amazing wines, rich gastronomy and the marvelous hospitality of the locals.... During my tours you can expect: - visit of the best wineries - lunches and dinners in the best local restaurants (suggestions) - an particular approach to the country meeting - touristic and off the beaten track. For groups, bigger than 7 persons, please contact me for a special price. I do accept childrens in this tour too, but the price may differ for them.
Inclusions: Dinner, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Wine tastings
Exclusions: Accommodation, Lunches and Dinners (except first dinner), Gratuities
4. 5 Days Private Tour. Wines and Gastronomy
Emerge yourself into this great adventure, where unique wines are complemented by natural landscapes, architecture, cultural secrets and history. Despite the small size - Portugal has multiple treasures to be discovered. Each region prepares you different scenarios, like : local recipes, traditions, customs and so many wine styles. I propose you joining me in this trip and enjoy the Portuguese culture made by a rich and ancient history. Famous monuments, colorful villages, kilometers of stunning coastline, amazing wines, rich gastronomy and the marvelous hospitality of the locals.... During my tours you can expect: - visit of the best wineries - lunches and dinners in the best local restaurants (suggestions) - an particular approach to the country meeting - touristic and off the beaten track. For groups, bigger than 7 persons, please contact me for a special price. I do accept childrens in this tour too, but the price may differ for them.
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Wine Tastings, Entrance fees for monuments listed on tour script, First day dinner and Fado Show, Fourth day lunch at the winery in Douro Valley
Exclusions: Accommodation, Lunches and dinners (except mentioned in first and fourth day), Gratuities
5. Port Wine Tasting
In addition to the tasting of 7 Port Wines, the visitor will receive information on the method of manufacture, history, uses and economy of Port Wine
Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages
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Reviewed By cabrinicab
A spent such a lovely afternoon here tasting the most beautiful of wine with the fantastic company of Paulo who taught me a lot- not just about wine but a bit about life too! There is a wonderful gallery just above this beautiful wine and liquor shop. It was such a special treat to spent time here.
6. Bairrada Route Wine and Gastronomic Experience
In this tour we will visit what the best Region of Bairrada has to offer, gastronomy and wines. Tasting wine in a 1920s winery, walking through old vineyards, learning the process of producing sparkling wine (Portuguese Champagne),visit a typical piglet roaster, walking in the 12-meter-deep cellar tunnels, lunching in a typical restaurant, are some of the experiences that we propose. This tour can be done by 4x4 vehicle. Come with us to taste experiences ...
Inclusions: Lunch, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation
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Reviewed By Footprints60413
Xavier not only educated us on Conimbriga but also the surrounding area. He took us to these beautiful limestone caves, to the town of Rabaçal and bought us it’s famous artisan cheese and bread. What a lovely surprise. He showed and explained the markers for the Fátima and St James pilgrimage trail. Both going through Conimbriga. We highly recommend this tour by Xavier.
7. Cycling Vineyards Rota da Bairrada 23km
In this tour we invite you to come cycling in the vineyards, knowing this vast territory in a different and exclusive way, where you will have direct contact with the grapes and the producers. Time to visit one of the traditional wineries of the Rota da Bairrada and finish with wine and sparkling wine tasting.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: bike
Reviewed By Footprints60413
Xavier not only educated us on Conimbriga but also the surrounding area. He took us to these beautiful limestone caves, to the town of Rabaçal and bought us it’s famous artisan cheese and bread. What a lovely surprise. He showed and explained the markers for the Fátima and St James pilgrimage trail. Both going through Conimbriga. We highly recommend this tour by Xavier.
8. Bôa Vista | Secret Palace - Fado & Drinks Experience
This Palace was where a former rector of the University of Coimbra studied medicine in 1907. After holding prominent public positions, Fernando de Almeida Ribeiro was Rector of the University of Coimbra in 1926. In this Palace whose history we have known since 1884, we can find immense traces of unique architecture, luxurious materials and construction techniques almost nonexistent today. Some geniuses more than 100 years ago, made art on the walls of the rooms with tiles of a unique beauty. The fireplace gives a special magic to all spaces. The same geniuses of the tiles, did the same with the velvet wallpaper and wooden ceilings that decorate the main hall of the Palace. In this hall, it's possible to listen to Fado Coimbra on a turntable that will soon be 100 years old. In the kitchen, there is a native marble table that weighs half a ton. In the Bôa Vista balcony, there's a unique landscape with the Mondego River, the Santa Clara Monastery, the São Francisco Convent.
Inclusions: Guided for the Bôa Vista | Secret Palace, Exclusive access to the Bôa Vista balcony, Fado & Drinks Experience, After tour permission till 8PM
Exclusions: Ticket of University of Coimbra
