Bussaco Palace, Gardens & Forest

Competing with Sintra as one of the most charming places in Portugal, Bussaco (or Buçaco) is a treasure located in the country's central region, only 30 minutes away from Coimbra! It's now applying to become a World Heritage Site by UNESCO!

Bussaco's National Forest is a Protected Area planted by the Order of the “Carmelitas Descalços”, to whom these lands had been granted – at the beginning of the 17th Century – in order for them to build a spiritual retreat that included a convent.

In 1888, the Portuguese Crown initiated the construction of a Royal Palace at the same location as the convent, which had to be partially demolished in order to make way for the newer Neo-Manuelino styled building.

During this half day tour we will contemplate the beauty of this site while walking along one of the many trails of Bussaco's National Forest. After arriving at our destination, we will learn about the existing buildings and its history as well as the local flora and fauna!

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Luso, Luso, Aveiro District, Northern Portugal

We'll visit the famous village and fountain of Luso and fill-in our bottles (bring an empty one!)

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Bussaco, Bussaco, Aveiro District, Northern Portugal

The Palace and its gardens, the places connected with the history of the Battle of Bussaco, the sacred woods of the barefoot carmelites with its centenary trees, gates, fountains, way of the cross and shelters

Duration: 2 hours



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"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"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Duration: 4 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered

Cancellations and refunds: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Included

• Air-conditioned vehicle
• All Fees and Taxes

Not Included

• Coffee and/or Tea
• Snacks
• Alcoholic Beverages
• Soda/Pop

Facilities