Private Tour Lisbon to Medieval village of New & White Castle (Castelo Branco)

Lisbon , Portugal

Private Tour Lisbon to Medieval village of New & White Castle (Castelo Branco)

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About this experience

Enjoy visits Castelo Branco (White Castle) Castelo Novo (New Castle) and affords a rewarding 9 hours Private Tour experience. In a natural amphitheatre in the heart of Gardunha mountain in shades of green and grey, discovery Castelo Banco and Novo (White and New Castle), one of Portugal's historical villages, enveloped in an aura of mystery. Here you will feel something fascinating that surrounds and balances us. Everything inspires and captivates us, from the sound of water gushing from the springs to the timeless granite that sustains the village and carves its dwellings, the temples, paving, squares …all a matchless architectural heritage. Your Private tour also includes a free and flexible pick-up (8am)/drop-off (6pm) from your located accommodations, traditional lunch and driver/guide.

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Private Tour Lisbon to Medieval village of New & White Castle (Castelo Branco)

Pickup included

What's included

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Lunch

Driver/guide

Air-conditioned vehicle

Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

Detailed itinerary

Situated in the east slope of Gardunha mountain range, this 650 m high Historical Village stands out for its concentrically harmonious design and the well-preserved urban structure. The streets have been drawn in accordance to the contour lines, revealing former manor houses, side by side of stone houses, small wooden verandas and vestiges of Roman paths. Among the must-see places, you should visit the Town Hall, the jail and the pillory, the drinking fountain Chafariz da Bica, Misericórdia Church and the Castle. Located in a small elevation, on the way out of the village, you will find Cabeço da Forca, a place where convicted people were executed with two symbolical skulls sculpted in the rocky floor.

Discover the most interesting places to visit while in Castelo Branco district, and don’t miss anything on your trip to Portugal.
Castelo Branco is a city and district truly interesting. In the city, the gardens and museums stand out; whereas in the nearby areas you can visit plenty of castles, villages, and hamlets you shouldn’t miss.

Castelo Branco Castle
Discover the Knights Templar Castle of Castelo Branco and admire the panoramic views from the São Gens lookout.

What's not included

Gratuities

Available languages

Audio guide

PT EN FR ES

Guide guide

PT EN FR ES

Written guide

PT EN FR ES

Important information

Specialized infant seats are available

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Coronavirus Safety Measures - The safety and well-being of everyone who uses our services are always our priority. We are actively monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and are taking steps to help keep our customers safe.

We’re certified by the Official Tourism entity ‘Turismo de Portugal’ with the hygiene certification stamp ‘Clean & Safe’.

For our safety, we operate only private tour and pick-up/drop-off all passengers. We clean and disinfect our vehicles every tour and we provide hand sanitizer and masks to our customers.

Our guides are experienced professionals, courteous and drive defensive and safety with only one objective to ensure your safety and satisfaction.

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