From Porto: Braga & Guimarães Full-Day Tour with Lunch

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From Porto: Braga & Guimarães Full-Day Tour with Lunch

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€89
Duration
8 h
Group size
Up to 19 travellers
Guide languages
Portuguese, English

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Overview

What makes this tour unique is the opportunity to discover the essential highlights of both Braga and Guimarães in one carefully organised full-day experience from Porto.

Visit the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte, explore the historic centres of both cities with a local guide, enter Braga Cathedral and enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch.

In Guimarães, discover the medieval area surrounding the castle and the UNESCO-listed historic centre while learning about the origins of Portugal. Different options are available, including minibus, small-group and private experiences.

What's included

Visit to the medieval area surrounding Guimarães Castle
Round-trip transportation from Porto in an air-conditioned vehicle
Professional local guide
Guided walking tour of Guimarães’ UNESCO-listed historic centre
Entrance ticket to Braga Cathedral
Guided visit to the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte
Guided walking tour of Braga’s historic centre
Traditional Portuguese lunch

Not included

Gratuities

What you will do

Porto
Meet your guide in Porto and travel towards Braga in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. The departure point or pickup arrangements depend on the option selected at the time of booking.
40 min
Bom Jesus Do Monte
Visit the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its monumental Baroque staircase. Explore the sanctuary with your guide and enjoy panoramic views over Braga and the surrounding region.
30 min
Se de Braga
Visit Braga Cathedral, one of Portugal’s oldest and most important religious monuments. Explore its historic interior with your guide and discover architectural elements reflecting different periods of Portuguese history.
30 min
Stop 4
Explore Braga’s historic centre on a guided walking tour. Discover elegant squares, traditional streets and important landmarks while learning about the history and religious heritage of one of Portugal’s oldest cities.
1 h
Campo De Sao Mamede
Enjoy an included traditional Portuguese lunch at a local restaurant in Guimarães. Take time to relax and experience the flavours of Northern Portugal before continuing the guided visit.
1 h
Guimaraes Castle
See the exterior of Guimarães Castle and explore the surrounding medieval area with your guide. Learn about the castle’s connection to the foundation of Portugal and the country’s first king.
30 min
Centro Historico de Guimaraes
Explore the UNESCO-listed historic centre of Guimarães on a guided walking tour. Walk through medieval streets and picturesque squares while learning about the city’s important role in the foundation of Portugal.
1 h
Porto
Relax on the return journey to Porto after discovering Braga and Guimarães. The tour ends at the original meeting point or at the selected drop-off location, depending on the option booked. Arrival time may vary according to traffic conditions.
40 min

Meeting point

Meet your guide and vehicle in front of Lapa Church. The closest Metro Line, 5 minute walking, it's the Yellow Line, the stop it's "Faria Guimarães".

Pickup: Hotel Pick-up – Premium & Private Tours For Premium and Private Tours, hotel pick-up may be available depending on your accommodation location and vehicle type. You will receive your confirmed pick-up time and location the day before your tour via email, Viator's App or WhatsApp. Meeting Point – Groups up to 19 Passengers The following options do not include hotel pick-up: Small-Group Tours – Up to 19 Passengers For these options, the meeting point is Igreja da Lapa (Lapa Church), Porto. Private Tours with Minibus For private groups travelling by minibus, pick-up locations are subject to Porto City Council regulations, which restrict access to certain areas of the city centre. Please provide your hotel or accommodation address when booking. Our team will arrange the most convenient authorised pick-up location. Important Information If you are asked to select a pick-up location during booking, please choose the one closest to your accommodation. Our team will confirm the final pick-up arrangements before your tour.

End point: Meet your guide and vehicle in front of Lapa Church. The closest Metro Line, 5 minute walking, it's the Yellow Line, the stop it's "Faria Guimarães".

Important information

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
Parents should bring the baby car seat ajusted to infant's age (1 to 3 years old). We only have seats available after 4 years old.
This tour may be done in two languages. We try to avoid it, but sometimes we have no other solution.
Private option it's done in a private vehicle only with your private guide. The activities may be shared with other participants.
Reschedulings with less than 24 hours before the start of the tour will be charged a 30% fee (subject to availability).
We do not recommend that you book or schedule different activities at the end of the tour. Although the tour may last 8 hours, the duration may vary depending on traffic conditions and other factors.
Schedules and Itinerary may change without prior notice.
On the private option infants or childrens must be booked as an individual adult/seat. Prices shown are per group/vehicle.