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Côa Valley
Itinerary: Freixo de Numão | Vila Nova de Foz Côa | Museu do Côa | Percurso da Penascosa | Sítio do Fariseu
The Côa Valley tour unveils the history, culture, and landscapes of this unique region in the interior of Portugal, over three days filled with visits and discoveries. The journey starts in Freixo de Numão, with a visit to the Museu da Casa Grande and the Archaeological Complex, highlighting the surprising Ruins of Prazo, followed by a visit to Vila Nova de Foz Côa, known for its traditional heritage and architecture. The Côa Museum, one of the highlights of the itinerary, offers a journey through time with exhibits on the region's rock art. The trip continues with the Penascosa Route, a magical site located on the banks of the Côa River, and the Fariseu Site, famous for its prehistoric remains, providing a unique experience of contact with the region's ancestral history. This itinerary is perfect for those who wish to deeply explore the Côa Valley, one of the most rich areas in natural and cultural heritage in the country.
PROGRAM:
Day 1: Freixo de Numão | Vila Nova de Foz Côa
Morning: Bus journey to the Côa Valley. Lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon: Guided tour of the village of Freixo de Numão and the Museu da Casa Grande, showcasing collections of archaeology, ethnography, and local history. Next, an archaeological circuit, including the Ruins of Prazo and Castelo Velho, with remnants from the Chalcolithic and Bronze Ages. Free time to explore the historic center of Vila Nova de Foz Côa.
Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel, for a restful night after a day of cultural and historical discoveries.
Day 2: Côa Museum | Penascosa Route
Morning: Guided tour of the Côa Museum, with a local technical guide, exploring exhibits on rock art and the history of the Côa Valley, highlighting prehistoric engravings. Lunch at the museum, enjoying regional typical dishes in a cultural setting.
Afternoon: Visit to the Penascosa Rock Art Center, departing from Castelo Melhor by jeep to observe the Rock Engravings of the Côa Valley, dated between 25,000 and 10,000 years ago, created by the Paleolithic people.
Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 3: Fariseu Site
Morning: Guided visit to the Fariseu Archaeological Site, beginning with a 4 km route by eco-solar boat along the Côa River, allowing the observation of rock art, local landscape, and flora and fauna. The site offers an extensive collection of prehistoric engravings made by Upper Paleolithic peoples. Lunch at a local restaurant, featuring typical regional dishes.
Afternoon: Return to departure cities.
PRICE PER PERSON*:
In a double room (2 people, double bed) | 425 € |
In a twin room (2 people, separate beds) | 425 € |
In a single room (1 person) | 515 € |
*PRICE:
The prices presented are an estimate based on the following conditions: 40 participants | %0-seater coach departing from the Lisbon Metropolitan Area | 4-star standard hotel during mid-season | Full-menu meals.
Prices may vary depending on rates at the time of booking and the group's specific preferences.
To receive a personalized quote, please fill out the Group Reservation Form.
Deposit: 150 €
Bookings up to 30 days before departure
The prices quoted include:
Tour by coach.
7 meals with a full menu (starters or soup, main course, dessert, coffee, wine and water at mealtimes. Some restaurants offer juices and soft drinks on the menu.
Accompanying guide representing the company.
Local guides for visits and activities.
All entrances and visits mentioned in the programme.
Accommodation in a 4* or 3* hotel with breakfast.
Civil liability and personal accident insurance.
SEATS ON THE BUS:
Seats on the bus are pre-allocated in order of where you get on the bus and date of deposit payment.
RYTHM: Medium
To take part in this route, you should:
Feel comfortable with several days of visits and an itinerary that alternates bus journeys and short walks in the places visited.
Be able to accompany a group at an average walking pace on sometimes uneven ground and with occasional stairs.
Being able to follow a medium-paced programme, which may involve getting up early on several days and only arriving at the hotel at the end of the day for dinner and a rest.
Feel comfortable accompanying a guide and respect all the instructions given.
Tolerate some temperature changes and unstable weather.
ACCOMMODATION:
Accommodation is planned at 4* and 3* hotels.
INCLUDED VISITS:
Archaeological Circuit of Freixo de Numão | Historic Center of Vila Nova de Foz Côa | Côa Museum | Penascosa Route | Guided Tour of the Fariseu Site (Eco-solar boat tour)
