Braga Trip Overview
Welcome to the cities of Coimbra and Aveiro! Come and discover the “City of Students” – UNESCO World Heritage – and also Aveiro, known as the “Venice of Portugal”, with its romantic canals. All this without any rush, always at your own pace, in a private all-inclusive tour.
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* Duration: 10 hours
* Starts: Braga, Portugal
* Trip Category: Tours & Sightseeing >> Full-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Braga, Northern Portugal, Portugal
Welcome to the cities of Coimbra and Aveiro! Come and discover the “City of Students” – UNESCO World Heritage – and also Aveiro, known as the “Venice of Portugal”, with its romantic canals. All this without any rush, always at your own pace, in a private all-inclusive tour.
Itinerary
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Stop At: University of Coimbra, Paco das Escolas, Coimbra 3000-370 Portugal
We will discover, as the first stop of the day, the monumental building from the 16th century of the oldest University in Portugal (created in 1290 by King Dinis), one of the oldest in the world, still in operation, as well as the halls in its interior and the Chapel of São Miguel.
In the “Páteo das Escolas” of the University of Coimbra, our guide will tell you the legends and stories that link the city to student tradition with more than 500 years of existence, while enjoying the beautiful views over the Mondego River.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Biblioteca Joanina, Praca da Porta Ferrea Universidade de Coimbra, Coimbra 3000-447 Portugal
Still inside the University building, we will visit its most famous pearl: the Joanina Library, one of the most beautiful libraries in the world.
A masterpiece of Portuguese baroque dating from 1717, it owes its name to king João V. Inside, we will discover the three floors of walls covered with shelves, decorated with exotic motifs, where thousands of centuries-old publications rest, with emphasis on works of medicine, geography, history, humanistic studies, science, civil and canon law, philosophy and theology.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Coimbra, Coimbra, Coimbra District, Central Portugal
Still with the nostalgic feeling of the University, we go down towards the riverside, to cross the mythical old Moorish city .
Here, we will have the opportunity to discover the mysteries hidden in the historic alleys of the Sé Velha (Old Cathedral) , the stairs of the “Rua Quebra-costas” where the “tricanas” carried fresh water to the city, the Torre da Almedina and, finally, the city’s pedestrian shopping street , where you can relax with a moment of free time to enjoy all the traditional commerce and typical local pastries.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Old Cathedral of Coimbra (Se Velha de Coimbra), Coimbra Portugal
Discover the facade of the old Cathedral of Coimbra and its city center, part of the UNESCO Heritage.
Stop At: Fado ao Centro, Rua de Quebra Costas n 7, Coimbra 3000-340 Portugal
We leave the secular University grounds and feel like students wearing the famous black capes. And it is with this same feeling that we invite you to enjoy a session of the most beautiful expression of Fado, sung by university students – Coimbra’s Fado (also known as the “Baladas” of Coimbra).
Sung since the 16th century, when the University of Coimbra was built, the Fado de Coimbra is, in its essence, a street serenade with popular lyrics and music, but also of erudite origin. So, nothing better than enjoying this listening experience with a tasting of the sweet and exclusive Port Wine.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Ria de Aveiro, S/0 Rua do Doutor Barbosa de Magalhaes, Aveiro 3800-154 Portugal
Nothing better than digesting such a beautiful lunch aboard a typical “Moliceiro” boat – boats that were used to pick up “moliço”, an algae frequently used in the fertilization of agricultural fields.
We will pass by the tranquil and sweet waters of the Ria and its four main canals, enjoying the city’s living history in the most peaceful and romantic way.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Aveiro, Aveiro, Aveiro District, Northern Portugal
After disembarking from the boat trip, completely relaxed, we will walk through the center of the canals of the Ria de Aveiro, in what is called the “Venice of Portugal”, through the alleys that will take us to the Fish Market, the Rossio Garden and the beautiful “Art-Noveau” buildings that decorate this city with romanticism.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Ria de Aveiro, S/0 Rua do Doutor Barbosa de Magalhaes, Aveiro 3800-154 Portugal
To crown a day full of experiences and discovery, enjoy this moment of free time with your family and friends, to enjoy a refreshing harmonized cocktail, surrounded by the landscapes of the Ria de Aveiro.
Duration: 30 minutes
