to do in Portugal and Spain
Discover two Portuguese northern cities full of history and religious devotion: Braga and Guimarães.
Braga, a city with more than 2000 years of history and with a huge Roman legacy. Guimarães, known as the “Cradle of the country” owns a World Heritage due to its unique medieval streets.
Book now your private tour to Braga and Guimarães from Porto!
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Know more about the history, traditions and curiosities of Braga and Guimarães in this private tour
Explore two UNESCO World Heritage sites - Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary, in Braga and historical medieval centre, in Guimarães
Discover the most important landmarks of both cities, with entrance in Braga's Cathedral and in Guimarães Castle
Enjoy a delicious all-inclusive traditional lunch in Braga
Please select the exact number of participants, including children and babies
LANGUAGES
Portuguese, English, Spanish or French
DURATION
8 Hours
PICK UP AND DROP OFF LOCATION
Your accommodation in Porto or Vila Nova de Gaia.
Note: If you are staying in another location, please contact us before making the booking.
SCHEDULE
Daily: at 09h00 am
This private tour will let you visit two cities full of history, great heritage, and with a strong religious devotion - Braga and Guimarães.
Braga is a deeply religious city also known as the "Portuguese Rome", and this guided tour will allow you to visit the majestic Bom Jesus Sanctuary (UNESCO). This pilgrimage site is one of the most impressive sacred hills in Europe, with a stairway with almost 6 hundred steps. It was used to be climbed by pilgrims on their knees to reach the purification of the spirit. Not only a religious monument but also a truly romantic and relaxing place, with stunning views of the city.
After that, you'll enjoy a walking tour in the historical centre, passing by the most important touristic landmarks such as Gardens Santa Bárbara and the Old Bishop's Palace. With our guide, you'll visit inside the oldest Cathedral of Portugal also known as Sé de Braga - it was even built several decades before the founding of the country! It is a Catholic Church and one of the most important buildings in the city, considered as the city’s birthplace. An engaging monument that combines three completely different architectural styles: Romanesque, Manueline and Baroque.
Lunch will be served in Braga, before or after the tour in the city. Appreciate a savoury traditional lunch right in the historical centre of Braga.
Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal, and a World Heritage Site, since 2001. Guimarães is related to the foundation of the national identity and the Portuguese language. This was the city where the first King of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques, was born.
We will go towards the main attraction in the city, the Guimarães Castle. Located over a hill, this imposing Castle presents medieval battlements, towers, and splendid landscapes. Discover the glorious bronze statue of D. Afonso Henriques.
Then, we will continue passing through the Palace of the Bragança Dukes, visit the São Miguel Church and Martins Sarmento Square.
To end this short walking tour in the historical centre, you will discover the Santa Maria Street, the City Hall, the Santiago Square, and the Senhora da Oliveira Church.
Explore this World Heritage Site, a perfect example of a typical medieval city with a modern identity.
No cancellation fee if you cancel until 72 hours prior to the activity date.
Cancellations less than 72 hours or no show, a fee of 100% will be charge.
The itinerary may be subject to changes without prior notice due to local circumstances or events
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