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- Portuguese
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- Spanish
During our Melgaço and Monção private tour experience, travelers will have the opportunity to discover the beauty and flavor of the northern region of Portugal. The tour starts in Melgaço, a charming town nestled between mountains, where travelers can visit the historic castle and stroll through the beautiful natural park. From there, we'll head to Soalheiro, a renowned wine farm, to learn about the winemaking process and taste some of the best Vinho Verde in the region.
Next, we will visit Monção, a beautiful town located near the River Minho, where travelers will have the opportunity to explore the stunning palace and gardens of the Brejoeira estate, taste the local cuisine and learn about the history and traditions of the region at the Museum of Monção. .
Throughout the private tour, travelers will enjoy stunning views of the landscape and have the chance to interact with the friendly locals, who are known for their hospitality and warmth.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The starting point or arrival will be your hotel or other agreed place in Porto.
Itinerary
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1
Statue of Inês Negra Monument erected in honor of a woman of the people faithful to the cause of Portugal's independence
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Ancient fortification, witness to the first moments of Portuguese nationality, built by the first king of Portugal. It is also in this place that we can find the Nucleus Torre de Menagem Museum, where you can learn a little about the architectural, historical and cultural heritage of Melgaço.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3
Nicknamed "Edifício dos Três Arcos", it is considered the Mother House of the Alvarinho Wine Route, having previously been the Town Hall and chain. You can taste the typical wine of this region, try and buy some regional delicacies.
13 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Dating back to the 12th century, this church underwent successive renovations that can be seen in its structure. It is in this area that you can take a break for lunch in one of the many regional restaurants.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Romanesque style building, dating from the 13th century, also known as Church of Santa Maria do Campo.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Museological nucleus located in the center of the village that has access by stairs to the medieval moat. With interpretive panels, it becomes easy to understand what we are seeing. It is a very interesting place to visit and that will give us the possibility to understand a little more about the medieval village.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
7
Pioneer farm in the production of Alvarinho wine in the region and an international reference for wines from this variety. Optional Visits and Wine Tastings (€20.00 p/person)
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
8
Danaide Statue / Deu-la-Deu Martins Coat of Arms Fountain with a prism-shaped base that supports the mythological figure of the Greek goddess Danaide. In the 19th century, the Monção coat of arms was added with the figure of Deu-la-Deu Martins.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
Contemporary work that represents the legendary figure of Deu-la-Deu Martins.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10
These walls are a national monument that allow us to walk peacefully along the banks of the river Minho and enjoy the view of Galicia and the Parque das Caldas.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11
Located in Casa do Curro, it provides a journey through the world of Alvarinho Wine, providing interactive information about the origin, evolution and companies dedicated to the production of this true ex-libris of the municipality of Monção.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
12
João Verde was a poet and in this panel you can find one of his poems that tells the vicissitudes of a marriage between Portugal and Galicia at the time of his writing.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13
Romanesque temple dating from the 13th century that “has seen” some alterations and restorations over the centuries. Here are located chapels in memory of Deu-la-Deu Martins, local heroine, and of Dom Vasco Marinho, secretary and confessor of Pope Leo X.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
14
A grand neoclassical building from the beginning of the 19th century, it is located in Pinheiros and has been classified as a National Monument since 1910. Optional Visit and Wine Tasting (€15.00 p/person)
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
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Gothic style tower, it is considered the Belém Tower of the Minho region.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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