Aire e Candeeiros Nature Park Full Day Private Tour from the West
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About the Activity
On this tour, you'll visit Serras de Aire e Candeeiros Natural Park, a protected park since 1979 that stands in the most important repository of limestone formation in the country. Here you have the chance to visit a variety of geological formations associated with karst topography such as salt pans, caves, poljes, ponors and sinkholes, among others. Besides that, Tugabuddies is a sightseeing tour agency that has been creating and delivering customized tours through the Center and West of Portugal (and a few other stunning places) since April 2016. We focus on carefully preparing each experience to meet all customer’s expectations and tastes. Our team’s work is based on the passion we all share for our home country, Portugal, but also on knowledge, experience and a great will to serve with care and quality. We won’t just be your tour guide; we will be Your Portuguese Best Friend!8 hours to 9 hours
Private Tour
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Travel Date
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Transportation amenities : Private transportation. Private transportation
Pick up and drop off in your accomodation
Transportation amenities : On-board WiFi. WiFi on board
Knowledgeable guide
Mira D'Aire Caves entrance
Bottled water
Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
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Locations in the itinerary
1
Salinas de Rio Maior
Estr. das Salinas 47, Rio Maior, Portugal, 2040-133The Rio Maior Salt Pans are a natural phenomenon, far away from the sea, still working nowadays and for at least 900 years.
The water from this spring is seven times more salty than sea water, and some say that these salt pans were already explored by Romans and Moors.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
In this old quarry you will find dinosaur footprints belonging to the Middle Jurassic Period, with about 170 million years age. The owners of such footprints were recognized as theropod dinosaurs (2 feet ) and sauropods (4 feet ).10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
3
Algar do Pena
E.n. 361, Parque Natural das Serras de Aire e Candeeiros, Alcanede, PortugalDiscovered in 1985, the Algar do Pena cave is a 35 meters deep pothole with a huge chamber at the bottom. This is the biggest natural chamber of Portugal and where you can find numerous speleothems.10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included4
Grutas de Mira de Aire
Avenida Dr. Luciano Justo Ramos, 470, Mira de Aire, Portugal, 2485-050Elected one of the 7 wonders of Portugal, these caves were discovered in 1947. The entrance is 300 metres above the sea level, but inside they reach 180 meters in depth. Their formation goes back 150 million years to the Middle Jurassic age, when the dinosaurs populated this region.1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location5
The Polje of Minde or "Sea of Minde", as it is commonly known, is a large karstic depression located between the villages of Mira d'Aire and Minde, which becomes frequently flooded during the rainiest winters. The lake created by the flood gives this place an impressive landscape with a unique fauna10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Fornea - Miradouro
Porto de Mos, Portugal, 2480-206The Fórnea is a pronounced amphitheatre-shaped retreat from a low zone into a limestone plateau. Apart from the scientific explanation, the locals call it, to this day, Fôrnea because of its shape which resembles an oven.
Here we will go for a hike to Cova Velha springs, passing by the Fórnea's brook and its cascade.1 hour • Admission Ticket Free7
A swing with a magnificent view over the surrounding areas of the Natural Park.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Your Portuguese Best Friend will pick you up at your accommodation, in the West of Portugal, and take you on a memorable experience. Our pick-up service in the west is available in the following districts: - Peniche - Óbidos - Caldas da Rainha - Nazaré - Alcobaça - Batalha - Leiria - Fátima
- Travelers will be picked up 15 minutes before departure time
Pickup points
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- Portuguese
- English
- French
- Spanish
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketEste ingresso oferece entrada diretaCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Lisbon time to receive 100% refund.
Operated by TugabuddiesCreated on 24 Feb 2020Created on 10 Jun 2024
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