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- Portuguese
- English
- French
Start the tour in Porto: Enjoy the scenic landscapes of Minho, known for its popular Vinho Verde, and visit two of the historic cities in the region, Guimarães and Braga, to discover its architectural heritage.
The first stop on this full-day tour is Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal, and whose center of the city has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. See the Castle of Guimarães, dating from the 10th century, where you will learn about the early period of Portugal's history. Admire the architecture of this medieval city, its unique buildings, streets and squares.
Continue to Braga, a city once occupied by Romans, and one of the most important Christian centers in the ancient region of Gallaecia. You will visit the city center and take a break for lunch. Learn about the history of Braga and see its most important pilgrimage sites, such as the sanctuaries of the Cathedral, Bom Jesus and Sameiro. Admire the city's 18th century religious baroque architecture.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
- You can also be picked up from a private address other than hotels in Porto downtown area/city center only (Vila Nova de Gaia and Matosinhos cities are outside pick-up limits).
- Please contact us with your hotel/address if you are not able to input it during the checkout stage.
- Our pick-ups happen between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM (the time window for all client pick-ups), so we advise our clients to always aim to be ready at 8:00 AM in advance.
Itinerary
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1Guimaraes Castle
The first stop is visit the Guimarães Castle, dating back to the 10th century, and learn about the early period of Portugal’s history.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
Guimaraes (Pass by)
Visit the birthplace of Portugal, whose city center has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001.
Admission ticket free -
2Braga
Continue on to Braga, a city once occupied by Romans and one of the most important Christian centers of the ancient region of Gallaecia.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3
Have lunch in a restaurant of your choice.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Bom Jesus Funicular
Admire the city’s 18th-century religious Baroque architecture and immerse yourself in its historical significance.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5Sanctuary of Our Lady of Sameiro
In this temple, completed in the 20th century, the main altar in polished white granite stands out, as well as the silver tabernacle.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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.
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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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