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A narrow cobblestone street flanked by historic stone buildings and lush green foliage. 1
A historic church with a bell tower and a large arched entrance. 2
A stone castle gate with a clear sky above. 3
A stone carving of a mythical creature on a wall. 4
A statue of a historical figure, a man in armor, and a plaque with text in front of a building with a red roof and flags. 5
By Jardinarium, Lda. (Histórias Com Passadas, Trade Mark)
Free cancellation available
Price is €25 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • • Explore the medieval Old Town and the castle.
    • • Discover hidden stories and local legends.
    • Discover the Bandara and the Jewish Heritage of Trancoso.
    • Enjoy a relaxing and engaging storytelling experience.

Activity location

    • Trancoso
    • Trancoso, Distrito da Guarda, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 6420 Trancoso, Portugal | The guide will be in front of the Trancoso Tourist Office with an orange umbrella. The Tourist Office is located at Av. Heróis de S. Marcos, No. 2 - 6420-003
    • Trancoso, Distrito da Guarda, Portugal

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Registration with Tourism of Portugal (RNAAT 506/22).
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Recognised as Nature Tourism by the ICNF.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Presence and accompaniment by a bilingual guide.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Admission and visit to the "Casa do Bandarra".
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Admission and visit to the "Isaac Cardoso Jewish Culture Interpretation Centre".
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Admission and visit to the "Igreja de São Pedro de Trancoso"
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Company Liability Insurance and Personal Injury Insurance.

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Audio recording, Littering, Touching the exhibits, Unaccompanied minors, Video recording
  • Not suitable for: People with low level of fitness
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Discover the charm of Trancoso through its most fascinating stories, legends, and hidden corners on this engaging walking tour.
We will meet at the Trancoso Tourist Office, where we will start a walking tour through the historic old town. Our first stop will be the Chapel of Saint Bartholomew, one of the town's most symbolic sites.
We will continue to the statues of King Dinis and Queen Santa Isabel, where we will learn about significant episodes in Portuguese medieval history, before passing through the ancient Portas d'El Rei, one of the most iconic entrances to the wall.
Along the way, we will discover the enigmatic figure of Bandarra, passing by his statue and the Casa do Bandarra, where we will explore the impact of his prophecies. Afterwards, we will visit the Isaac Cardoso Jewish Culture Centre, which is essential for understanding the strong Jewish presence in Trancoso.
The tour then takes us to Poço do Mestre and the curious Casa do Gato Preto, two places steeped in local history. We will continue to St. Peter's Church and the Pelourinho, symbols of the town's social and political organisation over the centuries.
Before finishing, we will pass by the statue of João Tição, a popular figure in local tradition, and climb up to the imposing Trancoso Castle, where we will enjoy breathtaking views and conclude this journey through the stories that shaped the town, returning to the starting point, the Trancoso Tourist Office.

Location

Activity location

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    • Trancoso
    • Trancoso, Distrito da Guarda, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 6420 Trancoso, Portugal | The guide will be in front of the Trancoso Tourist Office with an orange umbrella. The Tourist Office is located at Av. Heróis de S. Marcos, No. 2 - 6420-003
    • Trancoso, Distrito da Guarda, Portugal