(800) 814 COOL Questions? Call Us Now!

Aire & Candeeiros: Nature, Fossils and Forgotten Traditions

6 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 6 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor |
Recommended by 100% of reviewers
100% of reviewers gave this experience a rating of 4 or higher.
| Coimbra, Portugal
Book online or call us
Chat now

from $147.67 per person

Lowest Price Guarantee
Air Seals and Lamps Nature Park
The dry stone walls are everywhere, but why did they build them?
Aire & Candeeiros: Nature, Fossils and Forgotten Traditions Image 3
Aire & Candeeiros: Nature, Fossils and Forgotten Traditions Image 4
Aire & Candeeiros: Nature, Fossils and Forgotten Traditions Image 5

Loading Options
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 27 (0) days in advance.
6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket

Overview

Step into Portugal's hidden limestone wonderland at Serras de Aire e Candeeiros Nature Park—a dramatic escape just over an hour from Lisbon and 30 minutes from Nazaré. This expert-guided tour dives into ancient fossils, wild flora, and forgotten traditions, far from tourist crowds.

Dinosaur Footprints: Walk Europe's top-preserved tracks, over 140 meters long.
Nature's Bounty: Hunt rosemary and thyme; feel the wind at secret viewpoints while spotting birds, and plants.
Cultural Heritage: Explore dry-stone walls, shepherd shelters, and salt flats, uncovering Portugal's rural stories in karst landscapes with sinkholes and underground rivers.
Authentic Adventure: Intimate, small-group experience blending geology, biodiversity, and lore—perfect for photographers, eco-fans, and seekers of genuine connections.

Rediscover wonder in this raw, rewarding park. Leave with stories, photos, and renewed appreciation. Ideal for solos, couples, or families!

What's Included

  • Mandatory Insurance for all travellers
  • Exclusive and private transport for your group in an air-conditioned SUV, includes tolls
  • Bottled water
  • Anything not explicitly mentioned as part of the tour.
  • Lunch
See 2 moreSee 2 more

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point
Pickup details

Free pickup is available within the Porto de Mós municipality and surrounding villages.For locations outside this area (e.g., Nazaré, Fátima, Batalha, Leiria, Alcobaça, Ourém, Lisbon), a pickup surcharge applies. Please contact us in advance to confirm availability and cost.Pickups are made in front of your accommodation or a nearby agreed meeting point.

What To Expect

Parque Natural das Serras de Aire e Candeeiros

Just over an hour from Lisbon, the Serras de Aire e Candeeiros Nature Park is Portugal’s hidden escape: an ancient landscape of limestone cliffs and fossil valleys that hold the memory of millennia. This karst paradise reveals deep sinkholes, secret caves, and rare plants thriving in the Mediterranean sun. On this immersive 6-hour tour, you’ll: Explore moderate paths through wild terrains, breathing herb-scented air and discovering the park’s unique ecosystem. Marvel at real Jurassic footprints as your guide brings geology to life with stories that linger. Scan the skies for eagles, and in spring, admire wild orchids and other endemic species.Rated 4.8/5 by travelers who call it “a hidden treasure” and “the highlight of our Portugal trip.” With limited spots to protect the park’s serenity, book now and turn your holiday into a story worth telling.
Read more

6 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions

(6)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Aire & Candeeiros: Nature, Fossils and Forgotten Traditions?

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.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-217778P9

Traveler Photos

See more
See more

Reviews

5.00
6 reviews

Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 6 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
6
4 stars
0
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
0

Loading Options
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 27 (0) days in advance.
Coimbra Tours
Attractions
Guides
Calendar
View more

Similar Tours & Activities

Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour

Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour

New To The Site!
 2 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$3.53
Discovering the historic village of Monsanto

Discovering the historic village of Monsanto

4
 7 to 8 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation
from
$227.05
Conimbriga and The Roman Tour

Conimbriga and The Roman Tour

119
 4 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation
from
$101.58
In the Heart of the City: Get to know the history of Tomar and taste local Tapas!

In the Heart of the City: Get to know the history of Tomar and taste local Tapas!

17
 90 to 120 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$85.06

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Schist Villages at Lousa Mountain

Schist Villages at Lousa Mountain

106
 4 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation
from
$101.58
University of Coimbra guided tours without queue

University of Coimbra guided tours without queue

421
 1 hour 30 minutes  Instant Confirmation
from
$65.73
Conimbriga and The Roman Tour

Conimbriga and The Roman Tour

119
 4 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation
from
$101.58
Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.

Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.

331
 2 to 3 hours  Instant Confirmation
from
$81.26

Frequently Asked Questions (6)

Activity name

The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.

Filter by:

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Aire & Candeeiros: Nature, Fossils and Forgotten Traditions?
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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Mandatory Insurance for all travellers.
  • Exclusive and private transport for your group in an air-conditioned SUV, includes tolls.
  • Bottled water.
  • A smile :-).
  • Led by a certified GeoGuide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Anything not explicitly mentioned as part of the tour.
  • Lunch.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Aire & Candeeiros: Nature, Fossils and Forgotten Traditions is as follows:

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Aire & Candeeiros: Nature, Fossils and Forgotten Traditions will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024

What's Included

Activity name

  • Mandatory Insurance for all travellers
  • Exclusive and private transport for your group in an air-conditioned SUV, includes tolls
  • Bottled water
  • A smile :-)
  • Led by a certified GeoGuide
  • Anything not explicitly mentioned as part of the tour.
  • Lunch

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Report Product Issue

Activity name

Language
Currency

Site Settings

Activity name

Currency

Activity name

Lowest Price Guarantee

Activity name

We guarantee the lowest price on all the tours available to book on our site. We'll refund the difference if you find the exact tour cheaper online until 48 hours before your tour starts.

We Make It Easy!

Gather your information

Locate your City Boat Tours Booking Number and the proof of the lower price you found.

Send it to us

Email [email protected] with the documents, your name, and your home address.

We'll review

We'll review your materials and get in touch as soon as possible.

Receive your refund

If everything checks out, we'll refund you the price difference.

Refund Terms & Conditions

The following conditions apply to all lowest price guarantee refund requests:

  • The lowest price guarantee is available to any customer who makes a qualifying purchase through our website. The qualifying purchase must be a minimum of US$20 (or equivalent).
  • The lowest price guarantee covers retail and prepaid rates available to the general public. This does not include discounts or promotions you may receive (or be eligible for) from third-party sites or organizations such as AAA or AARP or special offers made as part of a membership program, corporate discount, daily deal, group, or rewards program.
  • City Boat Tours promotions cannot be combined with the lowest price guarantee.
  • If you find a lower retail or prepaid rate for the same tour, offered on the same date, time and priced in the same currency as your original purchase, on any other website between the time you book on City Boat Tours and 48 hours before your trip starts, we will refund the difference.
  • The lowest price guarantee does not apply where a lower overall price is found by breaking down the purchased tour into one or more parts sold separately.
  • City Boat Tours reserves the right to verify the lower price details. Examples of acceptable forms of verification include a web screenshot or a web address.
  • All refund decisions will be made at the sole discretion of City Boat Tours.

Free Cancellation

Activity name

100% refund
No refund

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).

Sorting, ranking, and search results

Activity name

City Boat Tours wants to make your searches as relevant as possible. That's why we offer many ways to help you find the right experiences for you.

On some pages, you can select how to sort the results we display and also use filter options to see only those search results that meet your chosen preferences. You'll see explanations of what those sort options mean when you select them.

If you see a Badge of Excellence label, the award is based on average review ratings, share of bookings with a review, and number of bookings through City Boat Tours over a 12-month period.

The importance of any one factor over any other in a sort order varies, and the balance is constantly being reviewed and adjusted. We're always updating our systems and testing new ways to refine and improve your results to make them as relevant as possible to meet your needs.

Cool Support

Ask us anything!

Activity name

Cool Robot