Discover the biggest mountain chain in Portugal, known as Serra da Estrela, a true wonder of nature, especially in winter when the slopes are completely covered by snow! Feel the sensation of being near through such height, trough the landscapes that go along with watercourses. Serra da Estrela will make you feel so small, with the hugeness of its valleys, which are marked with the white of the glaciers, In this full day tour, have the opportunity to Visit the city of Seia, the magnificent landscapes of Sabugueiro village, have the chance to visit the highest point of Serra da Estrela, the fantastic Lagoa Comprida, the ski resort, you are going to be able to see the amazing point of Covão of Conchos.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $743.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Your expert guide will collect you from your hotel/accommodation or meeting point and will drive you to Serra da Estrela.
Celorico da Beira is a small town located in the foothills of the Serra da Estrela mountain range in Portugal. The Serra da Estrela is the highest mountain range in mainland Portugal, and is known for its stunning natural beauty, including ski resorts, hiking trails, and breathtaking views.
In summer or winter, mainland Portugal’s highest mountain is the perfect scenery for a relaxing time in contact with nature. At 1,993 metres at its highest point in Torre, Serra da Estrela is an area of rare landscape beauty, with striking mountain drops, where you can have a deep experience of the silence of the heights. Take advantage of those moments of communion with nature to observe it, discovering the diversity of plants and birds and the flocks of sheep herded by Estrela dogs from the breed named after the Mountain. You can also follow the course of some major Portuguese rivers from their sources: the Mondego at Mondeguinho, the Zêzere at Covão de Ametade and the Alva at the Rossim Valley are breathtaking places. Or you can admire glacier valleys at Loriga, Manteigas or Covão do Urso and Covão Grande. In the warmest months, the best suggestion will certainly be the 25 Lagoon Itinerary, leading you to some refreshing locations. In cold weather, Serra da Estrela is the only place in Portugal where you can try ski, or go sledging, snowboarding or ride a snowmobile. There are several pistes with support infrastructure, as well as synthetic snow pistes for skiing at any time of the year. Here you have the option to taste a traditional cheese where you will be able to learn about the production of this incredible cheese made of the Goat and/or Cow milk producted at Serra da Estrela. You will have the chance to taste the cheese pairing with some homemade bread and local wine. This tasting of cheese is not included in the price.
The “Dam” of the “Lagoa Comprida” has been constructed started from a “Natural Lake”, and became so the principal water reserve of the “Serra de Estrella”, also the great hydro electrical potential was also one of the reasons to start the building of this dam.. The Lagoa Comprida is the biggest massif lake on this height and one of the first engineering works of this nature in Portugal, the building works started in the year 1911. From the street one you will see the great granite stone wall of the lake, the granite blocks were brought there by the “Glaciers” and called “Blocos erráticos” or “Traveling stones”. With a lithographical study of the stones they were able to reveal the origin of the stones as well the movement from the glaciers themselves. The lake was also a few years ago one of the places used for an official training off the “Fly-fish” teams who were participating on the World Champion ship of “Fly-Fishing”.
Torre da Serra da Estrela is the highest point in mainland Portugal, it is located in the Serra da Estrela mountain range and offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The tower at the summit is a popular tourist destination and is accessible by car or hiking trails.
We collect all passengers from their hotels in Porto or Gaia City.
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Serra da Estrela - Full Day Private Tour lasts about 10 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
Prices start at $394 per person for this Porto experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $743. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. We collect all passengers from their hotels in Porto or Gaia City. Pickup points include Holiday Inn Porto - Gaia By IHG, Hotel Nave.
The experience is available in PT, EN, FR, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available Children must be accompanied by an adult
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Living Tours.
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Cool little nice, amazing landscapes It's worth seeing, 1.996m altitude Be careful if you're driving, dangerous breathtaking curves.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serra da Estrela - Full Day Private Tour | 10 hours | 5.0 (1) | $394 | |
 Private Serra da Estrela Gastronomy & Snow Tour from Porto | 8–10 hours | 4.9 (9) | $294 | View |
 Serra da Estrela Private Tour from Porto Flexible Experience | 10 hours | 5.0 (1) | $272 | View |
 Private Dão Wine, Serra da Estrela Cheese & Viseu Tour from Porto | 9–10 hours | 4.0 (4) | $267 | View |
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