Authentic Braga & Guimarães: Small Historical Group Tour
Enjoy the scenic landscapes of Minho, noted for its popular Vinho Verde, and visit two of the region’s historic cities, Guimarães and Braga, to discover their architectural heritage. The first stop on this full-day tour is Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal. The city center has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. Marvel the Guimarães Castle, dating from the 10th century, where you’ll learn about the early period of Portugal’s history. Admire the Dukes of Bragança Palace and the architecture of this medieval city, full of unique buildings, streets, and squares.
Continue to Braga, a city once occupied by the Romans and one of the most important Christian centers of Portugal. Take a break to enjoy a traditional lunch with Vinho Verde. After that continue learning about the history of Braga and pay a visit to its most important landmarks such as the Cathedral from the 11th century, Bom Jesus do Monte, and the Sameiro Sanctuary. You will arrive back to Porto close to 5pm.
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Authentic Braga & Guimarães: Small Historical Group Tour
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What's included in Authentic Braga & Guimarães: Small Historical Group Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Guimaraes CastlePass-by Only
Upon arrival in Guimarães, we begin our tour in the upper part of the city, where the Guimarães Castle is located. Our guide will tell you about Portugal's early history as you pass Portugal's oldest medieval castle and begin the descent into the city center.
Igreja de Sao Miguel do Castelo
This church dates back to the 13th century and is currently classified as a national monument. It is a building built in the Romanesque style, which was rebuilt at the beginning of the 20th century according to its original appearance. There is a legend associated with this church, according to which the first king of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques, was baptized here.
Paco dos Duques de BragancaPass-by Only
This palace dates back to the beginning of the 15th century and its construction was ordered by D. Afonso (son of King D. João I) at the time of his marriage to D. Constança de Noronha. Over the years it served several purposes, causing wear and tear. At the beginning of the 20th century, the restoration of the palace began. It is classified as a national monument and currently serves as a museum, displaying works of tapestry, furniture, Chinese porcelain and paintings.
Inclusions
- Small goup tour - Maximum up to 8 people
- Entrances to monuments included
- Expert tour guide
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Bottled water
- Premium air-conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travel time is already included with the total tour duration.
- Green wine - legal age to drink is 18 years old and above
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Pickup and Dropoff
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Additional Information
We will notify each booking by email regarding the pick up time prior to the day of the tour. The clients should wait for our guide by the door of the address provided.
