Serra da Estrela Day Trip
Tour Description
At the indicated time, we'll meet at Avenida Emídio Navarro in Coímbra to start this day trip through the Serra da Estrela.
Our first stop will be Sabugueiro, an hour and a half from Coimbra. Did you know it's the highest village in Portugal, located at 1200 metres (3,937 ft) above sea level!
During our visit, we'll also talk about one of the oldest Portuguese shepherd dog breeds in the Iberian Peninsula, the Estrela Mountain Dog, and its importance in this area. Afterwards, we'll continue our journey to the highest point of the Portuguese mainland.
On the way, we'll pass by some of the emblematic places of this area: Mondeguinho, the source of the largest river in the country, the town of Manteigas, which is the “heart of the Serra da Estrela” and the headquarters of the UNESCO Estrela Geopark, the emblematic Zêzere Glacier Valley and Covão da Ametade.
Upon reaching the top, we'll find the Tower, a monument that will impress us with its 1993 metres (6,538 ft) and its incredible views of the Serra da Estrela. Then, you'll get the chance to taste some Queijo da Serra, a typical cheese from this region.
Then, we'll start the descent through the Ski Station and pass by Lagoa Comprida and Senhora do Desterro. Finally, we'll conclude the tour of Serra da Estrela arriving at the starting point after a total of 9 hours of hiking.
More Information
Duration
9 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Transport in bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Mineral water.
Not included
Tastin of Queijo da Serra cheese.
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
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Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Promotes local employment.
Provider
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Viaje Portugal
Corporate name: Sossegaventureiro Unipessoal Ltd
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Avenida Emídio Navarro, 21
