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LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Discover the Baroque Art and the Birthplace of Portugal: Braga & Guimarães Day Tour from Porto!
Embark on an unforgettable guided day trip from Porto in a comfortable, air-conditioned van to two of Portugal’s most historic cities — Braga and Guimarães.
Start your journey with a hotel pickup and head to Bom Jesus Sanctuary, admiring its iconic baroque staircase and panoramic views. Explore Braga Cathedral, the oldest in Portugal, with exclusive access to its chapels and high choir.
Savor a traditional meal at a local restaurant paired with the region’s famous Vinho Verde wine.
Step back in time with a peaceful stroll through this enchanting medieval city. Visit the legendary Guimarães Castle, where Portugal was born, and explore the Palace of the Dukes, showcasing the splendor of royal life. At the end we still have time to stroll around the city center.
What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Local guide
Bottled water
Exclusive access to parts of the Braga Cathedral (Chapels and High Choir)
Lunch
Admission Ticket Guimarães Castle
Gratuities
What to expect
Bom Jesus Do Monte
1h
We start our tour on the top of the mountain and visit the most magnificent Sanctuary in Portugal and its magical staircase.
Se de Braga
1h · Admission ticket included
Known for the city of the Archbishops where we will visit its historical center, visit the interior of the Cathedral. We will have exclusive access to the interior of the chapels as well as the high choir of the monument.
1h · Admission ticket included
Stop for a delicious lunch at the Diana Restaurant where the intense flavors of the northern cuisine of Portugal combined with the Vinho Verde (Green Wine).
Guimaraes Castle
1h · Admission ticket included
The oldest castle in Portugal was where the first Portuguese king grew up and has a very important significance and a reference to the country's independence.
Paco dos Duques de Braganca
1h · Admission ticket not included
The Palace of the Dukes where we are dazzled by the luxuries of royalty from other times. A whole history of Portugal will be told by our local guides who have always followed the group.
Guimaraes
1h
At the end of the day we invite our visitors to discover the romantic medieval city of the historic center of Guimarães. We will stroll through the narrow old streets of the city and possibility for some souvenir shopping.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
When you make your reservation, mention your hotel and we will be assigned a meeting point closest to you.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Good for avoiding crowds
Fast track access to monuments
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.