Slate Villages Tour of the Serra da Lousã

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If you haven’t yet explored the most remote region of inland Portugal, this Slate Villages Tour of the Serra da Lousã is the perfect opportunity.

Description

If you haven’t yet explored the most remote region of inland Portugal, this Slate Villages Tour of the Serra da Lousã is the perfect opportunity.

Tour Details

At the designated time, we’ll pick you up at the Astoria Hotel in Coimbra to set off for the mountains of Sicó and Lousã. Along the way, we’ll marvel at stunning natural caves and visit several villages in this picturesque inland region of Portugal.

Our journey begins with a visit to the slate-built villages of the Serra da Lousã, where we’ll explore rural traditions and life in the countryside. We’ll then ascend to the mountain peaks, offering breathtaking views of the limestone formations shaped over centuries.

The villages we’ll visit include Cerdeira, Candal, Talasnal, and Casal Novo. We’ll also admire the Castle of Arouce and the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora da Piedade from the outside.

Next, we’ll travel through Trevim to reach the famous Lousã swing, where we’ll enjoy a delightful lunch featuring chanfana (goat slow-cooked in a wood-fired oven), with other options available.

To round off the day, we’ll visit Rabaçal, known as the cheese capital, for a tasting of regional sheep and goat cheeses, olive oils, bread, and wine.

This 8-hour excursion will conclude when we return to the starting point.

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Duration

8 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

Transport by minibus

English–speaking guide

Admission tickets

Lunch

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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Sustainability Code

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:

Printed material is avoided.

No single-use plastics are used.

The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.

The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.

The activity promotes local production.

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

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Pets

Not permitted.
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A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

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.

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Cancellations

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.
Meeting point

Meeting point

Hotel Astoria

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