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- Portuguese
- English
Visit the cities of Tarouca and Lamego, whose history is intrinsically linked to the founding of Portugal. Travel in comfort and safety, aboard a high-quality VIP vehicle.
Discover the history, culture and traditions by visiting churches, monasteries, monuments and squares.
Visit the Church and Monastery of São João de Tarouca, Tower and Bridge of Ucanha, Church and Monastery of Santa Maria de Salzedas, Historic Center, Cathedral and Castle of Lamego, Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios.
During this day, taste the famous local sparkling wine.
Have lunch at a local restaurant, where you will taste wonderful traditional cuisine.
At the end you will be transported back to your hotel.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick-ups are made at accommodation in the Douro Valley, in the towns of Régua, Lamego, Tarouca, Armamar, Tabuaço or Pinhão. The itinerary may undergo slight changes due to availability of activity times Children up to 3 years old travel free, from 4 to 12 they have a 50% discount on the RRP Chairs are free, but ages must be indicated when booking
Itinerary
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Start the day by visiting the Church of São João de Tarouca, built by the monks of the Cistercian Order, in the midst of the formation of the kingdom that would become Portugal.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2
Stroll through Ucanha and appreciate the medieval architecture of the Bridge and Tower, which was the entrance to the monks' lands.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3
Continue the historical visit along the Cistercian paths, heading to the village of Salzedas, which is home to the third largest church in the country, the Monastery of Santa Maria de Salzedas.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4
Visit the Lamego Cathedral and its fabulous Gothic-medieval architecture.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
5
In the historic center you can visit Lamego Castle, strolling through the small medieval streets, going down to the famous Almacave church, where the Cortes of Lamego met.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
6
End your visit to Lamego, at the city's landmark, the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios, appreciating the majestic Church and Staircase that portray the life of the Virgin Mary.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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 a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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