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Hidden Portugal- Nature, landscaps, arts in the countryside

Cabril Dam, view from the mountain

Walkway

River beach

Figueiro dos Vinhos, village

Street Art in Figueiró dos Vinhos

Riverbeach

House-Museum

Church, Pedrógão Grande

Garden in Figueiró dos Vinhos

Hidden Portugal- Nature, landscaps, arts in the countryside

Off the Beaten Path

Joined 2025

Joao M.

5.00 / 5

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Coimbra

English, Portuguese (Native)

6 hours

Private tour (only you and Joao M.)

Up to 4 people

This tour is an unique opportunity to see unique villages located in the countryside of Portugal. A hidden side of Portugal—different, but just as wonderful. Fabulous landscapes, mountains, river beaches, local products, an incredible dam, walkway, and also street art, and a cultural museum...

There will always be some free time. Suggestion: if we visit the region in the summer, take a dip in the region’s beautiful (and cold) waters.

Our trips will be made by bus and Uber/taxi.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

01:30 PM

Meeting Point

Bus Station

- Meeting has to be 10 minutes earlier, at 1h20 pm. We depart at 1h30 to Figueiró dos Vinhos by bus. We arrive there at 2h15pm

Figueiró dos Vinhos - House-Museum

Visit the House/ Museum , where lived one the greatest portuguese paintures, José Malhoa, and where we can find sculptures paintings made by other extraordinary national artists.

Mother Church

Dating back to the 13th century and originally dedicated, it was renamed in the 14th century. It was rebuilt in the 16th and 17th centuries and shares architectural features similar to other churches in the region.

Inside, highlights include the high altar, featuring gilded woodcarvings; the painting “The Baptism of Christ” by the famous portuguese painture José Malhoa; and the tile panels.

Street Art

As we stroll through the village, we’ll come across magnificent works of art in various corners,

PAstrie Shop

Stop here, if you’d like, to sample some traditional local sweets

walkway/ River beach

A visit to one of Portugal’s most beautiful river beaches, featuring small waterfalls and bridges, nestled among mountains and footbridges. Free time. a chance to go for a swim, if it’s a hot summer day. It’s important to note that these waters are always cold

Cabril Dam/ Our lady of hope

By taxi, we cross the Cabril Dam, one of Portugal’s largest and most beautiful dams. Next we have a visit to the peaceful sanctuary/mountain Nossa Senhora da Esperança, which offers an amazing panoramic view of the entire dam and the surrounding region.

Pedrógão Pequeno - Schist Village (Optional)

If tourists wish, we can walk all the way down the hill/sanctuary (15–20 minutes) toward the schist village of Pedrógão Pequena. It’s a short walk, with the option to stop for coffee.

Pedrógão Grande

By taxi, we arrive to Pedrógão grand. A short stroll through the charming village of Pedrógão Grande, highlighting its garden, church, and small Roman site

07:30 PM

Pedrógão Bus station

We make our way back to Coimbra

Ending Point

Bus station, Coimbra

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

. Guide fee

. Taxi fare

. Public transportation

What‘s not included

. Personal expenses

Tour Important Information

If you take the tour in the summer, we recommend bringing sunscreen. We’ll be walking most of the time through cool areas, but these regions usually are hot in the summer.

Our hikes will almost always take place on flat terrain. The only exception is the trip to the river beach at Figueiró dos Vinhos/Passadiços

* sure to wear comfortable shoes.

Important message from the supplier

My tours are walking tours. Tours in Coimbra start in Coimbra (although we can arrange to meet you at your hotel in Coimbra if you are staying in the city center, if that is more convenient for you). For tours outside Coimbra, if you need help, I can help you get to your destination. Usually, the meeting point will be at the location specified in the tour, but I can guide you in Conimbriga, Figueira da Foz, if you can kindly pay my transportation fee.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2025

Joao M.

5.00 / 5

(1 reviews)

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About Tour Guide Joao M.

Hello, I'm João. I was born in Coimbra, and I have a degree in Anthropology, and master's degree in Cultural heritage, management and programming. I am a certified guide. I love meeting new people and helping them get to know my country better. If you enjoy history and want to learn more about our culture and traditions, I think my tours are the best choice for you. I work mainly in the city of Coimbra, and around. I am based in Coimbra region, but I am also available for tours in Lisbon, Aveiro, or Porto. I will be happily suggesting you a full customized tour in these 3 cities. Please send me a request, just customize your request.

This is just a suggestion, but If you are very interested in history and would like to take an original tour in Lisbon, we can visit various archaeological sites in Lisbon (such as Roman cisterns, city walls, and Iron Age neighborhoods), sometimes walking through unexpected places, such as shopping malls or under hotels, banks, churches, and even bathrooms (public, clean)... History is where you least expect it.

Thank you!

Reviews

Nancy K.

5 / 5

Mar 29, 2026

Coimbra walking tour: university + historic center

Mar 29, 2026

Coimbra

4 hours

Customized

“A wonderful tour of Coimbra with Joao”

My husband and I enjoyed a fun and interesting tour of Coimbra with Joao. He taught us a lot about the history of both Coimbra and Portugal with facts and interesting stories. We are very happy we engaged him to teach us about this fascinating city and the University. We highly recommend him if you are seeking a guide in Coimbra.

Joao M.

Hello. Thanks for the review. I'm so glad you enjoyed the tour and the city of Coimbra. I hope you'll be able to come back to Coimbra someday :). All the best :)