Guimarães & Braga Small Group Tour with Lunch and All Tickets Included
8 hours
From 08:30
Group 1+
English, Portuguese, Spanish
8 hours
08:30
What you'll do
Guimarães, the birthplace of the nation and a UNESCO World Heritage site, transports you to a medieval era with its 10th-century castle and 15th-century Ducal Palace. Wander through the winding streets and picturesque squares, immersing yourself in the rich history and undeniable charm of Guimarães. Our visit includes exploration of the formidable castle, admiration of the magnificent Dukes of Bragança Palace, and a leisurely stroll through the historic center. After a delightful lunch break included in the tour, our journey continues to Braga, revered as the oldest Portuguese city and the religious capital of Portugal. Braga boasts a long-standing history as an archiepiscopal seat and pilgrimage destination. Our exploration of Braga features a visit to its 11th-century Cathedral, followed by a captivating tour of the Bom Jesus Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site nestled amidst the picturesque hills surrounding the city. Embark on our small-group tour and uncover the most iconic monuments and hidden gems in these historic cities.
Itinerary
- 1Visit to the Sanctuary and it's staircase
- 2
You will visit the church and admire the impressive staircase with our guide
- 3
Guided tour of Braga Cathedral and some of it's Chapels and more restricted areas.
- 4
Visit to the Castle and historical explanation of it's importance on Portugal independence.
- 5
Our guide will make an explanation of the palace from the exterior and on the cloister
- 6
Our guide will escort you throught this street while explaining the historical context and it's buildings
- 7
Explanation of the most important square buildings and the origin of the square name
- 8
Free time at the city center to explore at your own pace.
What's Included
Full-day tour with a knowledgeable local guide
Complete traditional lunch included
All entry fees included
Hotel pickup and drop-off at two central locations
Modern van transportation provided
Bottled water in sustainable packaging included
What's not included
Food and drinks not mentioned
Gratuities
Notes
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not stroller accessible
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Pets are not permitted
Please inform us of any dietary restrictions when booking.
A vegetarian option is available; please inform us at the time of booking if required.
Infants must not sit on laps
Hotel pickups typically begin 30 to 60 minutes before the scheduled start time. The exact pickup time will be confirmed upon reconfirmation.
Most centrally located Porto hotels (when accessible). We will confirm your pickup time and location the day before the tour.
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Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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