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LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
This private tour combines two of Northern Portugal’s most historic cities in one comfortable and flexible day trip from Porto. Travel with a professional driver and enjoy a personalized experience without the crowds or fixed group schedules. Visit iconic landmarks such as the Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary, Braga Cathedral, Guimarães Castle, and the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza. With hotel pickup and drop-off included, this experience offers a relaxed and seamless way to discover the origins of Portugal.
What's included
Entry ticket to Braga Cathedral
Private transportation with professional driver
Entry ticket to Guimarães Castle
Visit to Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary (free entrance)
100% private tour (no shared transportation)
Hotel pickup and drop-off (Porto or Vila Nova de Gaia)
Passenger insurance according to Portuguese law
Entry ticket to Palace of the Dukes of Braganza
Gratuities (optional)
Personal expenses
What to expect
Porto
Pass by
Start your day with a convenient hotel pick-up, followed by a picturesque drive to the breathtaking Douro Valley
Bom Jesus Do Monte
45m
Visit the iconic sanctuary famous for its monumental Baroque staircase and panoramic views of Braga.
Se de Braga
45m · Admission ticket included
Visit the oldest cathedral in Portugal and one of the country’s most important religious landmarks.
45m
Walk through Braga’s charming historic center, including Largo do Paço and Santa Bárbara Garden.
Guimaraes Castle
45m · Admission ticket included
Explore the medieval castle associated with the birth of Portugal and King Afonso Henriques.
Igreja de Sao Miguel do Castelo
15m
Short visit to the Romanesque church traditionally linked to the baptism of Portugal’s first king.
Paco dos Duques de Braganca
45m · Admission ticket included
Visit the impressive 15th-century palace that served as the residence of the Braganza dynasty.
Centro Historico de Guimaraes
45m
Enjoy a walk through the medieval streets, including Largo da Oliveira and Praça de Santiago.
Porto
Pass by
After a day filled with authentic flavors, stunning landscapes, and unique experiences, we’ll take you back to your hotel in comfort, leaving you with lasting memories of the Douro.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Your driver-guide will pick you up at the hotel or meeting point. Please wait in the lobby or outside, where you’ll be called by name.
Additional information
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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
