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From Porto: Braga & Guimarães Tour with Bom Jesus & Castle

By LIVING TOURS
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Free cancellation available
Price is P 3,506 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Visit Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal and its first king
  • Explore UNESCO World Heritage medieval castle and historic center
  • Discover Braga, one of Europe's oldest Christian cities
  • See the baroque masterpiece Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary
  • Visit Portugal's oldest cathedral (braga's), Travel through the scenic north

Activity location

    • Porto
    • Porto, Porto, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Calçada de Vandoma, 4000 Porto, Portugal | Calçada da Vandoma, Porto – just next to Porto Cathedral (Sé do Porto). Look out for our friendly staff dressed in red and clearly identified with Living Tours. They’ll be ready to check you in and introduce you to your guide for the tour.
    • Porto, Porto, Portugal

Check availability

English - Meeting Point Departure

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 7:50
Price details
P 3,506.41 x 1 AdultP 3,506.41
Total
Price is P 3,506.41

French - Meeting Point Departure

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • French
Language options: French
Starting time: 7:50
Price details
P 4,939.61 x 1 AdultP 4,939.61
Total
Price is P 4,939.61

Portuguese - Meeting Point Departure

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • Portuguese
Language options: Portuguese
Starting time: 7:50
Price details
P 4,939.61 x 1 AdultP 4,939.61
Total
Price is P 4,939.61

Small Group Tour in English

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

By selecting this option, you'll enjoy a more personalized experience with a professional guide (English), comfortable travel in a minivan limited to 8 participants, and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
P 6,228.20 x 1 AdultP 6,228.20
Total
Price is P 6,228.20

Small Group Tour in Spanish

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • Spanish

By selecting this option, you'll enjoy a more personalized experience with a professional guide (Spanish), comfortable travel in a minivan limited to 8 participants, and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Language options: Spanish
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
P 6,228.20 x 1 AdultP 6,228.20
Total
Price is P 6,228.20

Private Tour with Pickup and Lunch

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
P 29,064.95 x 1 AdultP 29,064.95
Total
Price is P 29,064.95

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Full-day guided tour to Braga and Guimarães
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to the iconic Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Explore the UNESCO-listed historic center of Guimarães
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional and knowledgeable local guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Comfortable transportation in an air-conditioned minibus
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Small-group experience with up to 27 participants
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Free time for lunch and sightseeing
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Panoramic views of the Minho region
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Walking tour through Braga and Guimarães historic centers
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Bags, Luggage or large bags, Unaccompanied minors
  • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

Discover the rich history, culture, and landscapes of northern Portugal on a full-day guided tour through the beautiful Minho region. Travel from Porto to the historic cities of Braga and Guimarães, two of Portugal’s most iconic destinations, known for their religious heritage, medieval charm, and UNESCO-listed landmarks.

Meet your guide in Porto and begin your journey to Braga, one of the oldest Christian cities in the world and an important spiritual center of Portugal. Explore the vibrant historic center, filled with elegant plazas, charming streets, traditional cafés, and impressive Baroque architecture. Visit the magnificent Braga Cathedral, the oldest cathedral in Portugal, renowned for its unique mix of Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque styles.

Continue to the iconic Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary, one of Portugal’s most breathtaking landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire its monumental Baroque staircase decorated with fountains, statues, and gardens while enjoying panoramic views over Braga and the surrounding Minho countryside. Afterward, enjoy free time for lunch and discover local flavors in the city center.

The tour then continues to Guimarães, widely known as the birthplace of Portugal and the hometown of the country’s first king, Afonso Henriques. Explore the impressive medieval Guimarães Castle, a symbol of Portugal’s foundation and independence. Walk through the UNESCO World Heritage historic center, where cobbled streets, picturesque squares, medieval houses, and centuries-old churches create a unique and timeless atmosphere.

Admire landmarks such as the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza and enjoy the lively character of the city through its local shops, cafés, and traditional architecture. Throughout the day, your expert guide will share fascinating stories and insights into the history, traditions, and culture of the Minho region, bringing northern Portugal’s heritage to life.

Return to Porto with unforgettable memories of medieval cities, stunning monuments, scenic landscapes, and authentic Portuguese culture.

Location

Activity location

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    • Porto
    • Porto, Porto, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Calçada de Vandoma, 4000 Porto, Portugal | Calçada da Vandoma, Porto – just next to Porto Cathedral (Sé do Porto). Look out for our friendly staff dressed in red and clearly identified with Living Tours. They’ll be ready to check you in and introduce you to your guide for the tour.
    • Porto, Porto, Portugal