Guimarães & Braga Tour from Porto
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8 Hours
All Ages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
Explore the rich history and cultural heritage of Braga and Guimarães on an unforgettable guided tour, visiting two UNESCO World Heritage Sites and their iconic landmarks.
Explore Guimarães, Braga & Bom Jesus do Monte – Portugal’s Historical and Spiritual Treasures
Discover the heart of Northern Portugal on a memorable full-day tour from Porto to Guimarães and Braga — two historic cities filled with medieval charm, UNESCO heritage, and centuries of cultural richness. Along the way, visit the iconic Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary, a breathtaking pilgrimage site and one of Portugal’s most beloved landmarks.
Our journey starts with Guimarães, often hailed as the birthplace of Portugal and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We'll explore the city's medieval atmosphere, beginning with a tour of the impressive 10th-century Guimarães Castle, crucial in Portugal's early history. Then, we'll visit the majestic Dukes of Bragança Palace, a symbol of Portugal's noble heritage, and wander through the picturesque historical center, with its charming medieval streets and squares.
After a delightful lunch paired with regional Vinho Verde wine, our tour continues to Braga, known as the oldest Portuguese city and religious capital. Braga boasts a rich history as the oldest archiepiscopal seat and pilgrimage site, with architectural wonders dating back centuries. We'll stroll through the city center and visit its Sé Cathedral, showcasing remarkable architecture from Romanesque to Gothic and Baroque styles.
Before concluding our tour, we'll explore the iconic Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary, also honored as a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its spiritual devotion and architectural splendor. Discover its beautiful gardens and natural surroundings, along with the majestic Baroque staircase of 573 steps, known as the Sacred Way, leading to one of the most photographed churches in the world. Situated atop a hill, Bom Jesus do Monte offers breathtaking panoramic views of Braga's surrounding area.
Join us on this unforgettable journey through Braga and Guimarães, where history, culture, and stunning landscapes converge to create an enriching experience. Book your tour now and uncover the fascinating heritage of Portugal's ancient cities!
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Guided exploration of two UNESCO World Heritage sites
- Discover the medieval ambiance of Guimarães and its Castle
- Enjoy in a delicious traditional Portuguese lunch
- Experience the beauty and history of Braga and its Cathedral
- Explore Bom Jesus Sanctuary, a renowned hilltop pilgrimage destination
AWARDS
INCLUDED
- Pickup at the Hotel
- Full-day Guide Tour in a Comfortable Van
- Full Traditional Lunch and Entries Included
- Bottled water with sustainable packaging
- Drop-off at two central locations: Trindade station or Bolsa Palace
NOT INCLUDED
- Food and drinks not mentioned
- Gratuities
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339 reviews on TripAdvisor
Perfect way to experience the Douro Valley!
Incredible experience! Fun, friendly tour guide provided pick up near our hotel. The ride was comfortable, and water was provided. The stops were AMAZING! The Douro Valley is one of the most beautiful places we've ever seen. The tastings and lunch were fantastic. The river cruise after the first stop was relaxing with plenty of great photo ops. We even bought a bottle of wine from our first stop to enjoy on the cruise. I highly recommend this trip!
Review of: Guimaraes & Braga Small Group Tour, Lunch & All Tickets included
rgrady3
Great way to experience the Douro region and its wine in a single day!
This was a great way to see the Douro river valley and taste wine without needing to stay overnight. The tour is much better with a small group, tour guide was fantastic, and it's really well planned out/coordinated. It didn't feel like we were rushed around, and each part of the tour was amazing. The wineries they chose were beautiful smaller producers. Tastings were excellent. The lunch was amazing. And the river boat ride is something I'm really glad I didn't miss. You get plentiful wine on this trip. Each tasting was very generous and there was local wine at lunch as well.
Review of: Guimaraes & Braga Small Group Tour, Lunch & All Tickets included
Henry C
Best day out visiting special places
I love small group tours where the guide is knowledgeable about the history of the areas that we are visiting, and this was the case with Paulo. We had a great time visiting Braga and Guimarães. Both churches we visited were spectacular and the castle was impressive from the outside (due a strike on the day we were unable to tour the inside of the castle but we did not feel like we missed out too much). The walk up the stairs to the view point and church in Braga was well worth it, you are given an option to walk up or you can be driven to the view point. The lunch we had in Braga was beautiful and if you can please try the local pastries in Guimarães. I would highly recommend this tour.
Review of: Guimaraes & Braga Small Group Tour, Lunch & All Tickets included
Monica A
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