Coimbra Independent Holidays : Hidden Gems of Central Portugal
Self-Drive Sightseeing
From €595,00 pp
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Availability: January - December
Grade: Leisurely (3/8)
This is an independent sightseeing holiday based in Coimbra, the main city of central Portugal, travelling through the heartland of the country.
Spreading around the margins of the tranquil Mondego River, Coimbra, home to one of the oldest Universities in the world, it’s a city full of history and heritage.
From here, you’ll start a journey to Serra do Bussaco, both a mountain and a botanical garden, to the Lousã Mountains, to the quaint “schist villages”, and to the beautiful beaches and coastline of Figueira da Foz.
Highlights
- The tranquil Mondego River
- Coimbra, a city full of history and heritage
- Serra do Bussaco, both a mountain and a botanical garden
- The Lousã Mountains
- The picturesque slate villages, Aldeias do Xisto
- Coastal Resort of Figueira da Foz
- The amazing Portuguese gastronomy, cheeses, and wines
- Free day for independent exploration
- Includes all the information and services you need, from detailed route notes to car rental, and a 24h hotline