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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
This is the most complete small group tour for up 8 people and we visit the interior of monuments that others don't see, and all tickets are included.
Arriving in Braga, we will start by visiting the Bom Jesus Sanctuary and contemplating its magnificent staircase to the top of the church.
After a top view of the city, time to visit the oldest cathedral in the country where we will have exclusive access to the chapels and high choir of the monument.
A delicious traditional Portuguese lunch will be served in a restaurant where you can taste the so famous "Vinho Verde".
During the afternoon we visit Guimarães when we have time for a calm walk on foot through the medieval city where we will enter in his Castle that was known for the birth of a new kingdom: Portugal.
Then we will visit 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.
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
Local guide
Bottled water
Admission Ticket Duke's Palace
Exclusive access to parts of the Braga Cathedral (Chapels and High Choir)
Lunch
Admission Ticket Guimarães Castle
Gratuities
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
When you make your reservation, mention your hotel and we will be assigned a meeting point closest to you.
Bom Jesus Do Monte, Braga, Portugal We start our tour on the top of the mountain and visit the most magnificent Sanctuary in Portugal and its magical staircase. 60 minutes
Se de Braga, Braga, Portugal 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. 60 minutes
R. Dom Frei Caetano Brandão 172, 4700-031 Braga, Portugal 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). 60 minutes
Guimaraes Castle, Guimaraes, Portugal 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. 60 minutes
Paco dos Duques de Braganca, Guimaraes, Portugal Most tour operators don't visit the interior but we do and tickets are 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. 60 minutes
Guimaraes, Guimaraes, Portugal 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. 60 minutes
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
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure 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.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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.
Sheryn_E
08 May 2025
This was a fabulous trip to the Northern part of Portugal. Braga was so beautiful. Our tour guide Sergio went above and beyond to ensure that our group of six had a great time keeping us entertained with his wealth of knowledgeable. Lunch was delicious. I would definitely recommend this tour. Thanks Sergio
Mark_F
05 May 2025
Jorge was a fantastic guide. We learned so much about the history of the region and the various kings, dukes and archbishops. The breadth and depth of Jorge’s knowledge was incredible. We loved his passion for his country. A very enjoyable day.
Brigette_B
05 May 2025
We had such a great time! Pedro was very lively and knowledgable and we loved spending the day with him. We hit some snags on the way (several group members were ill and had to stay behind, and others could only complete the first half of the tour), but Pedro was purely professional and kept going though the whole tour with the rest of us. We enjoyed our day and would absolutely recommend for anyone interested in getting off the beaten path near Porto for a trip into ancient history.
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We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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