Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Welcome to the Cradle of Portuguese History! Travel 2000 years of History in the city of Braga, Best European Destination 2021, and through the battles of the foundation of the Reign of Portugal in the city of Guimarães.
This is an All-Inclusive Private Tour, "private" meaning a van and tour-guide exclusively at your service, "all inclusive" meaning that it's conducted in your chosen language and with all the inclusions mentioned, from the moment of pick-up until your return to the hotel at the end of the day.
Please note that our experiences and activities are carried out with exclusive partners, but if you wish to upgrade the experiences of the day totally private and of exclusive privacy, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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Tasting of traditional pastry
Guided visit of Braga's Cathedral
Air-conditioned vehicle
Premium regional lunch (drinks included)
All Fees and Taxes
Certified private tour guide
Private transportation (tour-guide/driver or tour-guide + a driver)
Entrance and guided visit of Palace of the Dukes of Bragança
Personal expenses
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Your guide will pick you up at your accommodation in Oporto, Braga or Guimarães.
Porto Airport pickup available for tours in the same day of arrival (if time flight matches).
Pick-up also available at Porto, Braga and Guimarães Main Train Stations (in Porto both S. Bento and Campanhã).
Guimaraes Castle, Guimaraes, Portugal We will start this incursion through the history of Portugal, visiting the "Castle of the Foundation", one of the monumental emblems of the History of Portugal as a nation, as tradition says that it was in its interior that D. Afonso Henriques was born, 1st King of Portugal (12th century). 15 minutes
Igreja de Sao Miguel do Castelo, Guimaraes, Portugal In this heritage ensemble we will also find the Church of São Miguel do Castelo, small in size but large in symbolism as the first king of Portugal was supposedly baptized here. 15 minutes
Paco dos Duques de Braganca, Guimaraes, Portugal After the origins of our kingdom, we will have the opportunity to discover this monumental palace, built by the 8th Count of Barcelos, which is today one of the most important tourist attractions in the city of Guimarães, and is also the Official Residence of the President of the Portuguese Republic, in the North of the country. 45 minutes
Praca de S. Tiago, Guimaraes, Portugal The Historical Centre of the city of Guimarães opens before us, one of the best preserved in Portugal and Europe, being a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its story is connected with this square. 10 minutes
Largo da Oliveira, Guimaraes, Portugal We will continue wander through the medieval alleys, among the “terreiras” houses, the traditional commerce, the squares full of inviting terraces and the outstanding monuments that make up this beautiful old town.
Largo da Oliveira is one of the most picturesque squares in Portugal. Your guide will explain you the interesting facts behind the centenary buildings. 10 minutes
Sanctuary of Our Lady of Sameiro, Braga, Portugal After lunch, there is nothing better than to visit this space full of tranquility, erected on top of the mountain, surrounded by a panorama of indescribable beauty, where the second most important temple of Marian adoration in Portugal is located. 30 minutes
Bom Jesus do Monte, 4715 Braga, Portugal Visit the Bom Jesus Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the most sought after destinations in the city of Braga and the Minho region. 45 minutes
Bom Jesus Funicular, Braga, Portugal You will be transported by the oldest hydraulic-powered funicular working in the world, with a glimpse of the world-famous staircase, whose fountains and baroque statues surround it in a mantle of centuries-old vegetation, in a privileged scenario over the city of Braga. 15 minutes
Praca da Republica, Braga, Portugal Now, let's go back 2000 years in time to stroll through the streets of the Historical Centre of "Bracara Augusta", nowadays known as Braga, Best European Destination 2021. 10 minutes
Rua do Souto, Braga, Portugal During this walking tour though the city center, you will enjoy the local atmosphere of Braga, passing through the main points of interest. 15 minutes
Se de Braga, Braga, Portugal It is in the heart of the Historical Centre that we will have the opportunity to discover one of the most visited places in the city: the first and oldest Portuguese Cathedral to be built (11th century). 45 minutes
Arco da Porta Nova, Braga, Portugal Your walking tour through Braga Historical Center will pass through the main points of interest, including the beautiful Arch of Porta Nova, where its history will be telled. 10 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infant seats are available on request. Please advise in advance
Specific nutritional or dietary food restrictions must be informed in advance
The tours are subject to local traffic, visit schedules and other external factors
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.
S671YGchristopherf
31 Mar 2025
Nuno and Sofia were wonderful to spend the day with…they were incredibly knowledgeable and knew all the best hidden gems. Front row access to everything and a new Tesla kept us in comfort too! Pure pleasure!
Corey_A
29 Mar 2025
We’d highly recommend this tour. It provided a great overview of the two cities and our tour guide was very knowledgeable, providing helpful information about each location we visited. I
retiredscottsdale
29 Oct 2024
Maria Santos was a dream driver/guide! She is such fun and made what could have been a difficult day with fellow travelers whom we didn't know before the tour into one of the best of our recent long trip. We had such a great day with her with lots of laughs and interesting information. She tailored the tour to our preferences and found a great small restaurant in Braga for a memorable lunch. We appreciated the nearly new Tesla Model Y even though it is far from her favorite vehicle. Thank you so much!!
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