Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Central Portugal, Portugal

Much more than a simple, plain visit to the ex-libris of the city, the Convent of Christ, this tour guides you and involves you in the mythic Templar History that the teletransports you all the way to the beginning of Tomar’s history and the Templar Knights.This place has become, throughout the decades, a live museum of Portuguese History having been in this exact same place where important portuguese history pages were written. Leafing through this immense book we will be get in touch with the most diverse styles and forms which coexist there, making it the greatest example of this magnitude in the world. From the Charole and its uniquely painted panels to the illustrious Capitulo window or the architecture of the main cloister

Inclusions: Ticket to enter the Convent of Christ

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This tour is perfect for those who want to get acquanted with the city and its successive changes, with the leggacy of the different civilizations from the Romans to the Arabs, and the inovative  urban layout after the great earthquake of 1755. Lisbon is considered by many to be one of the most spectacular European cities, where the perfume of its “designer” shops mixes with its the human warmth.. Getting to know this city with us is traveling back in time,  in a comfortable way, with something to discover in every corner, like  its delicacies, where the Pastel de Belem reigns supreme.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Offer Pastel de Belém (famous custard tarts), Driver/guide, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Personal accidents insurance

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Admission Fees

A pleasant way of travelling differently and sustainably! Perfect to gather families and friends who live away from each other and for schools to complement their teaching, as well as to help those who cannot travel for many reasons, to keep seeing the world. Come walk with me up and down the hills of Lisbon, discovering the old wonders of this ancient city, through the historic districts of Baixa, Alfama and Chiado. I walk and talk while you sit, enjoy and start your planning :) I'll even take you on a tram ride: the famous 28 route! Delight our eyes with fantastic views points and some traditional pastries. I'll make the effort on this last part, don't worry :) During 1h approx you'll get many tips to start organising your trip to discover my city and meet me in person soon :). It's gonna be fun! Ancient Lisbon will be revealed as an old fairytale book, waiting for you to turn each page calmly. Are you ready?

Inclusions: Live virtual tour of Lisbon using a videoconference system.

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It will be a unique, differentiating and innovative mining trip in Portugal, in terms of mining, environmental, rural, recreational, educational and scientific tourism. Explore the geomineiro heritage, geotourism, geodiversity, geoconservation, geosite, tungsten and tin route, mineralogy, quartz veins. Enjoy the panoramic and magnificent views of the Vale and Rio Zêzere, with which we directly adjoin, Serra da Estrela, fauna, flora, biodiversity.

Inclusions: A (homemade) ginjinha and a farewell souvenir from the enterprise

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We take you on a complete journey through Lisbon historical places. Get to know the events that took place at the Praça do Comércio, discover the Old Town Alfama and its narrow labyrinthine streets. Go uphill till the highest place in town, ride around the National Pantheon, through the flea market and over the tracks of the famous 28th tram. Be amazed with the incredible colourful sights over the São Vicente monastery, the São Jorge castle and the Tagus River. Admire the traditional Calçada Portuguesa and the splendid buildings at Liberdade Avenue. Watch an iron elevator (Santa Justa lift) with more than 100 years go up, just next to Rossio square. Walk in to the hidden cultural house of Alentejo that used to be a Casino. Take a peek at the street performers and the delicious conventual sweets stores in Chiado. The best is to do this tour at the very first day of your holidays. Ear the stories, know the culture, and discover the secrets. .

Inclusions: Helmets, Guides, Segway or e-bikes.

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities,

Visit 3 monuments classified by UNESCO as world heritage, and through them, know the Gothic, Manueline and Renaissance architecture, as well as the history and legends of the creation of Portugal in the XII century, until its affirmation, in the Battle of Aljubarrota, in the century XIV.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, skip the line to the monasteries

Exclusions: Lunch

Catch the wind in your hair on this 3-hour small-group electric bike tour of Lisbon. Many cyclists consider Lisbon a challenging city, but with a little boost from your electric bike, you can traverse it with ease. Zip up to the city’s highest points and take in 360 degree views on our trademark tour. See Castelo de Sao Jorge and the Miradouro Senhora de Monte. Explore the historic districts of Alfama, Graça, and Baixa, and, if you opt for an evening tour, watch a magical sunset from an elevated vantage point. This is a great way to explore Portugal's capital.

Inclusions: E-bike, Helmet, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Transportation to/from attractions

You'll explore the central-west of Portugal on a 9-hour group tour from Lisbon, limited to a max of 6 people and only in English. The first stop is in Fatima, one of Catholicism's major shrines visited by over 6 million people every year. Then you'll have the opportunity to get to know the Batalha monastery, a UNESCO monument dated from the 14th century. Afterward, you'll visit Nazare, one of the most picturesque coastal cities and worldwide known for its waves, the biggest ever surfed in the world. Here you'll have time to have lunch and enjoy some traditional Portuguese food. Finally, you'll be amazed by the historic village of Obidos, built inside the walls of a castle. Its narrow cobblestone streets and flower-bedecked houses feel like a fairytale castle and you can also taste the famous cherry liquor in a chocolate cup, ginja.

Inclusions: Local guide and driver, Air-conditioned vehicle, Ginja de Óbidos (cherry liqueur in a chocolate cup); 1 per person, Maximum 6 people, The tour will be only in English

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

RM Tour was born from the idea of transforming the visits to the University of Coimbra into a unique experience, transforming the guided tour into a pleasant experience of knowledge and cultural enrichment in a way that is interesting. Therefore, we always seek in our company to combine the beautiful history of the University of Coimbra with the current and its customs that still permeate our institution. This was all made possible by the education we have in the areas of history, sociology and tourism. Our employees are alumni of the University of Coimbra which brings to our services a great appreciation and knowledge of it.

Inclusions: Tickets

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Explore Sintra and Cascais on an 8-hour group tour from Lisbon, limited to a max of 8 people and only in English. You’ll visit the charming village of Sintra and you’ll have the chance to taste the delicious and famous pastries - travesseiros (pillows) and the Sintra cheesecakes. Then you'll head to Azenhas do Mar, a formers fishing town it’s one of the most picturesque small seaside villages, that will take your breath away! Then you’ll visit the westernmost point of continental Europe - Cabo da Roca - once considered the end of the world. On the way to Cascais, you´ll enjoy astonishing sea views. Then you'll stop at Cascais, a lovely beach town where you can stroll around, lunch or snack. Your last stop is the unique and surprising Pena Palace, a formers royal palace that looks like a fairy-tail.

Inclusions: Park and Palace of Pena entrance fee (14€ per person), The tour will be only in English, Maximum 8 people, Escape long lines, Local guide and driver, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel Pick up and Drop off