Discover the monumental Alcobaça and Batalha Monasteries with Silver Coast Travelling on a private tour that unites Portugal’s love story and its historic battles. An unforgettable journey into the country’s rich cultural legacy awaits.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; walking and standing are involved
Wildlife
History
The Alcobaça Monastery was founded in 1153 by Afonso Henriques and became a major religious center, while Batalha’s monastery commemorates Portugal's pivotal victory that assured independence from Castile.
Conservation
Efforts focus on maintaining the structural integrity and artistic details of these UNESCO sites, ensuring their preservation for future generations.
Silver Coast Travelling
Discover the monumental Alcobaça and Batalha Monasteries with Silver Coast Travelling on a private tour that unites Portugal’s love story and its historic battles. An unforgettable journey into the country’s rich cultural legacy awaits.
Silver Coast Travelling is a Coimbra-based tour operator offering private and themed experiences across central Portugal and the Silver Coast. The company specializes in guided day trips and multi-site itineraries that highlight the region’s history, religious heritage, coastal culture and traditional crafts. Tours depart from Coimbra and cover nearby destinations such as Leiria, Batalha, Alcobaça, Tomar, Nazaré, Óbidos, Caldas da Rainha and the pilgrimage site of Fátima.
Guided experiences include historically focused city walks, visits to UNESCO-listed monasteries, pilgrimage tours to Fátima, surf and coastal highlights in Nazaré, and hands-on activities such as Portuguese ceramics workshops. The Coimbra Private Tour specifically features the University of Coimbra and the Joanina Library, with a guide who is a former student, while other offerings cover medieval castles, convents (including the Convent of Christ in Tomar), royal pantheons, and regional food routes.
Silver Coast Travelling presents a mix of cultural, religious and culinary itineraries: private tours, monument visits, walking tours and workshops. The operator’s descriptions list exact sites visited on each trip, such as the Batalha Monastery, Alcobaça Monastery, Almourol Castle and Óbidos medieval village. Travelers seeking tailored, historically grounded exploration of central Portugal and the Silver Coast can select from a wide portfolio of private and thematic tours based in Coimbra.
Based In
Coimbra, Coimbra
Located in Coimbra, Portugal
Tours Offered
24 tours
Historic, cultural and food experiences
Private Tours
Multiple private
Many experiences labeled 'Private Tour'
UNESCO & Fátima
Heritage & pilgrimage
Includes UNESCO sites and Fátima
Reserve a guided, customizable experience to UNESCO sites, Nazaré, Fátima, Óbidos and more — check availability and tour details.
Arrive Early
Visit the monasteries early in the day to avoid crowds and enjoy a more intimate experience.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
The tour involves walking through uneven stone floors and expansive grounds—comfortable footwear is essential.
Bring a Camera
Capture close-up details of gothic architecture and scenic vistas of the surrounding landscape.
Check Opening Hours
Verify the monasteries’ schedules in advance to maximize your visit, especially in peak seasons.
Comfortable walking shoes
Vital for exploring the extensive and uneven grounds of the monasteries.
Sun protection
Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses help protect against the sun during sunny days.
summer
Rain jacket
Keep dry during unexpected rain showers, especially in the shoulder seasons.
spring|fall|winter
Camera
Capture the stunning gothic architecture and scenic views.