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An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã

69 Reviews 4.99 out of 5 stars Based on 69 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Coimbra, Portugal

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3 to 4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Instant confirmation

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 ...

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Photos of the tour
  • Personal Accident and Liability Insurance

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup point
    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)

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    Meeting point

    Avenida Lousã
    3000-214 Coimbra, Portugal

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    What To Expect

    Coimbra (Pass By)

    Program 1 Lousã Castle Candal Shale Village Cerdeira Shale VillageProgram 2 Shale Village of Stye Talasnal Shale Village Young Couple Shale Village Witchyard
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    Lousa (Pass By)

    One of the possible starting points. We pick up your accommodation.
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    Serra da Lousã (Pass By)

    we will visit the villages described above in the programs
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    Aldeias do Xisto (Pass By)

    we will visit the villages described above in the programs
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not suitable for people with mobility problems
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-115885P16

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    Average 4.99 out of 5 stars based on 69 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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

    Additional Info

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

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST).
    • This tour 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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