If you're visiting Lisbon and you want to discover the magic of the cities in the surroundings this tour is for you. Get ready to discover 2 of the most touristic places near the Portuguese capital city, Aveiro and Coimbra both of them with a different and unique charm.
This experience will start from the heart of Lisbon with a pick-up service from 2 different points to start the tour. The first stop will be at Aveiro a unique city also called the Portuguese Venice due to its wonderful canals and Moliceiros (boats). Once in Aveiro get ready to admire the colored houses, romantic bridges, and palaces in Art Nouveau style. This experience can't end without feeling the magic of enjoying a Moliceiro ride to discover the city in depth. During this 1-hour ride, you'll be able to admire the most important features such as the Convent of Santa Joana, Aveiro cathedral, the chapel of Saint Gonçalinho, and the Misericordia church. During the ride, you'll also have the opportunity to taste the traditional Ovos moles (soft eggs), a sweet typical of Aveiro.
Once finished the first part of the tour you'll visit another jewel, Coimbra well-known due to its history and tradition, and because it used to be the capital city of Portugal in the past. Don't miss the opportunity to admire this peculiar city divided into 2 areas by the river Mondego. Known as the city of the students, accompanied by a tour guide you'll see the University of Coimbra, the oldest university in Portugal and one of the oldest in Europe, as well as the most emblematic features such as the Sé Velha cathedral, the riverside area, and of course the world-famous convent of Santa Clara.