Private Coimbra University and Buçaco Forest Tour from Porto
Overview
Discover Portugal’s city of knowledge and one of its most atmospheric sacred forests on a private full-day tour from Porto to Coimbra and Buçaco.
With a licensed driver-guide and premium private vehicle, begin in Coimbra, where royal memory, religious heritage and academic tradition meet in one of Portugal’s most historic cities.
Shape the morning with one optional cultural visit: the University of Coimbra with Joanina Library, Royal Palace and Chapel of São Miguel; the Romanesque Old Cathedral; or the Monastery of Santa Cruz, linked to Portugal’s first kings.
After Arco de Almedina and flexible lunch time, continue to Buçaco National Forest, a protected woodland shaped by Carmelite retreat, rare trees, fountains and chapels.
Finish with the exterior of Buçaco Palace and an optional full visit to the former Carmelite convent.
What's Included
- Extra options can be added on request – See section Exclusions
- Transport in luxury vehicles, with maximum comfort and extra equipment tailored to your needs.
- Assistance after booking to select optional visits and lunch experiences
- Personal accident and liability insurance.
- Our executive vehicles offer Wi-Fi, bottled water, refreshments, and a relaxing atmosphere.
- University of Coimbra — Joanina Library, Royal Palace & Chapel of São Miguel
- Old Cathedral of Coimbra / Sé Velha
- Monastery of Santa Cruz
- Convent of Santa Cruz do Buçaco — Full Visit
- Gratuities are not included and are left to individual discretion.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup is available from selected hotels and accommodations in Porto.
What To Expect
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Porto
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Universidade de Coimbra Alta & Sofia
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Se Velha De Coimbra
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Torre de Almedina
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Igreja de Santa Cruz
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Coimbra
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Mata Nacional do Bucaco
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
The Palace of Bucaco
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Convento de Santa Cruz do Buçaco
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-125650P80
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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 (WET).
- Extra options can be added on request – See section Exclusions.
- Transport in luxury vehicles, with maximum comfort and extra equipment tailored to your needs.
- Assistance after booking to select optional visits and lunch experiences.
- Personal accident and liability insurance.
- Our executive vehicles offer Wi-Fi, bottled water, refreshments, and a relaxing atmosphere.
- University of Coimbra — Joanina Library, Royal Palace & Chapel of São Miguel.
- Old Cathedral of Coimbra / Sé Velha.
- Monastery of Santa Cruz.
- Convent of Santa Cruz do Buçaco — Full Visit.
- Gratuities are not included and are left to individual discretion.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If 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 2025Accessibility information for the Private Coimbra University and Buçaco Forest Tour from Porto is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Coimbra University and Buçaco Forest Tour from Porto will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Extra options can be added on request – See section Exclusions
- Transport in luxury vehicles, with maximum comfort and extra equipment tailored to your needs.
- Assistance after booking to select optional visits and lunch experiences
- Personal accident and liability insurance.
- Our executive vehicles offer Wi-Fi, bottled water, refreshments, and a relaxing atmosphere.
- University of Coimbra — Joanina Library, Royal Palace & Chapel of São Miguel
- Old Cathedral of Coimbra / Sé Velha
- Monastery of Santa Cruz
- Convent of Santa Cruz do Buçaco — Full Visit
- Gratuities are not included and are left to individual discretion.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
