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Private Coimbra and Bairrada Sparkling Wine Day Trip from Porto
Porto
About
Discover Coimbra and Bairrada on a private full-day tour from Porto combining academic heritage, royal memory and sparkling wine tradition with full flexibility.
With a licensed driver-guide, travel in comfort to Coimbra, Portugal’s historic university city, and choose the cultural visits that best match your interests: the University of Coimbra with Joanina Library, Royal Palace and Chapel of São Miguel, the Old Cathedral, Arco de Almedina and the Monastery of Santa Cruz.
After flexible lunch time in Coimbra, continue to Bairrada, a classic wine region known for sparkling wines, limestone soils, Baga grape identity and Leitão à Bairrada.
Shape the afternoon with an optional guided visit ...
Highlights
From 9 hours to 10 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 9 hours to 10 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
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 Coimbra visits, tastings 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
Premium Guided Visit and Tasting - Caves Messias
Visit and Tasting - Baga Bairrada at Caves São Domingos
Premium Classic Wine Visit and Tasting - Caves São João
Gratuities are not included and are left to individual discretion.
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Private Coimbra and Bairrada Sparkling Wine Day Trip from Porto
Porto
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$265.50
Price varies by group size
About
Discover Coimbra and Bairrada on a private full-day tour from Porto combining academic heritage, royal memory and sparkling wine tradition with full flexibility.
With a licensed driver-guide, travel in comfort to Coimbra, Portugal’s historic university city, and choose the cultural visits that best match your interests: the University of Coimbra with Joanina Library, Royal Palace and Chapel of São Miguel, the Old Cathedral, Arco de Almedina and the Monastery of Santa Cruz.
After flexible lunch time in Coimbra, continue to Bairrada, a classic wine region known for sparkling wines, limestone soils, Baga grape identity and Leitão à Bairrada.
Shape the afternoon with an optional guided visit ...
Highlights
From 9 hours to 10 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 9 hours to 10 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
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 Coimbra visits, tastings 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
Premium Guided Visit and Tasting - Caves Messias
Visit and Tasting - Baga Bairrada at Caves São Domingos
Premium Classic Wine Visit and Tasting - Caves São João
Gratuities are not included and are left to individual discretion.
Itinerary
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Porto
Start the day with private pickup from your hotel or agreed meeting point in Porto. Travel comfortably in a premium private vehicle toward Coimbra.
During the drive, your licensed driver-guide introduces Coimbra’s historical evolution, from early royal seat to university city, preparing the context for the morning visits.
1 hour and 30 minutes
2
Coimbra
Choose Your Coimbra Cultural Visits
Select the Coimbra cultural visits you would like us to check and organize after booking. Options may include the University of Coimbra, the Old Cathedral and the Monastery of Santa Cruz, while the Arco de Almedina is part of the walking route.
15 minutes
3
Biblioteca Joanina
University of Coimbra — Joanina Library, Royal Palace and Chapel of São Miguel
If selected, visit the University of Coimbra, including its most emblematic spaces: Joanina Library, the former Royal Palace spaces and the Chapel of São Miguel. This visit shows how knowledge, ceremony and political power shaped Portuguese identity over centuries.
1 hour and 30 minutes
4
Se Velha De Coimbra
If selected, visit the Old Cathedral of Coimbra, a Romanesque cathedral whose fortress-like architecture reflects Coimbra’s medieval context and the formative centuries of the Portuguese kingdom.
30 minutes
5
Arco de Almedina
Walk through the Arco de Almedina, the historic gateway linking Coimbra’s upper and lower city. This stop helps explain the medieval structure of the city and the relationship between academic, civic and commercial life.
20 minutes
6
Santa Cruz Church
If selected, visit the Monastery of Santa Cruz, a historically significant monument linked to the foundation of Portugal and the memory of its first monarch, King Afonso Henriques.
15 minutes
7
Coimbra
Lunch and Free Time in Coimbra
Lunch is intentionally flexible and not included in the base price. Guests may choose where and when to pause. Options may include a traditional restaurant in Coimbra, a lighter meal, or continuing toward Bairrada for Leitão à Bairrada depending on timing and preference.
1 hour
8
Coimbra
Transfer from Coimbra to Bairrada Wine Region
After lunch, continue into the Bairrada wine region, especially the Mealhada area. This short transfer shifts the day from academic and royal heritage to sparkling wine, cellar tradition and regional gastronomy.
45 minutes
9
Museu Do Vinho Da Bairrada
Choose Your Afternoon Optional Bairrada Wine Experience
Select one available afternoon wine experience after booking, subject to availability and partner confirmation. The recommended options are Caves Messias, Caves São João and Caves São Domingos, where a guided visit and tasting focused on Bairrada production methods, sparkling wines and still wines.
20 minutes
10
Caves Messias
Caves Messias — Guided Visit and Tasting
If selected, visit Caves Messias, one of Bairrada’s historic family wine houses. The guided cellar visit introduces the region’s production methods and is followed by a structured tasting of sparkling and still wines.