Private Tour

An adventure through the Forest and Palace of Bussaco - Coimbra

Overview

Available languages

Portuguese

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

A forest where each nook has a story to tell, a way of life to observe, melodies to be enchanted, landscapes to contemplate.

Venture out and discover the natural world of this forest, and get to know the guides of the Adventures Forte (s) through an interpretive visit, all its history, discovering also all the biodiversity and importance that Bussaco National Forest has.

An adventure where you will have the opportunity to visit a dense and unique forest with autochthonous species, presenting characteristics typical of the primitive forest.

Venture into a journey into the past and the present always in direct contact with the magic of nature!

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Follow-up by qualified technical guides throughout the course

Photos of the tour

Personal Accident and Liability Insurance

Transport with pickup in the area of Coimbra or Mealhada

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Coimbra

Start end

Admission Not Applicable

Mata Nacional do Bucaco

National Forest of Bussaco, Palace Hotel (exteriors and gardens), Several idyllic places within the National Forest of Bussaco (ex: Adernal, Portas de Coimbra) that make this area unique in the country.

4 hours • Admission Included

Options

With transfer

Transfer Coimbra or Mealhada
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

42 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Wonderful experience
Igor7363,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Sergio is a highly professional and thoughtful guide who highlights the beautiful forest by giving historical information and details about the local animals and plants.
An unexpected gem.
988kevinc,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A great experience in a wonderful location. Fatima was the perfect host. History, ecology, botany, she had all of the answers. Highly recomended.
Bucaco forest with Sergio
H9274PLjuliab,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My tour with Sergio to the Bucaco forest was excellent. He speaks English very well is fun to be with and very knowledgeable about Portuguese natural environment and history. I really had a beautiful day exploring with him and Fatima! I would highly recommend him and this tour. The forest and the castle are so beautiful and interesting!
Fantastic.
Curious59847344810,
Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I visited and walked through the woods It was an excellent option and with a visit to the hotel palace to the convent with entrance exit and twice All well treated
A fabulous tour
travellingbuzz,
Aug 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We contacted Sergio many months before your stay in Coimbra and worked with him to tailor two day trips that suited our interests. He made suggestions and included some places that we wouldn't;t have even considered. Sergio is a thoroughly nice and genuine person who has a huge knowledge to flara and fauna and of course life in Portugal - today and in the past that added to our experience. We came away extreme;ly happy and will be telling any friends that we know that are visiting the area to include time with Sergio or his colleagues in their plans . You won't regret it.
Top visit to the villages of shist
catarinagarrido,
Jul 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent guided tour with Sergio the villages of shist. Knowledgeful and friendly, even took pictures of the tour. I recommend!
Highly recommended!
alicijag,
Jun 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide was wonderfully knowledgeable, sharing fascinating stories about the forest’s diverse flora and the monks who once inhabited it. Do not miss this place and tour during your stay in Coimbra.
A Magical Place Not to Be Missed
655stanleyg,
May 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The Forest and Palace was one of the very best tour we had during our stay in Portugal - it is a magical place. Sergio was so knowledgable about the variety of trees and the history of the forest.
Wonderful discovery of the Bussaco Forest!
IsabelG1385,
Apr 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a wonderful afternoon to discover the Bussaco forest that is unique in Portugal for its species and history. The tour was very well organized. Sergio and Fatima made a fantastic double always with a huge attention to the group and with a great knowledge of the region. I loved it!
Great experience!
Brittany S,
Sep 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
We really loved this tour. It was so nice to get out of the city and explore the forest. Sergio was informative and provided a lovely experience. We learned a great deal about the forest while getting to see some highlights, including the palace hotel. It was so peaceful and we want to come back and spend even more time.