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

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9 hours (approx.)
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Braga and Guimarães: Immersion in the Soul of Portugal

Embark on a unique journey that will take you to the heart of Portugal's rich heritage. Our experience is a journey through time, taking you back to the history that shaped this captivating nation. The order of the visit may vary, but our commitment to the essence of the cities remains unchanged.
This tour goes beyond conventional tourism. It's an opportunity to connect with the roots of Portugal, understanding its history, culture, and spirituality.

What's Included

  • Lunch Local Restaurant
  • Small Group, up to 8 people.
  • Entry ticket to Braga Cathedral
  • Gratuities
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4000-220 Porto
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Porto (pass by)

Your expert guide will pick you up from the designated meeting point and take you to the famous historic towns in the north of Portugal. On the way, the guide will give you information about the history and cultural facts of Portugal's heritage.
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Guimaraes

Explore the streets of Guimarães, steeped in history and medieval atmosphere, known as the cradle of Portugal. A leisurely stroll through the streets of the medieval historic center is a journey into the past, where every corner tells the story of the nation's origins.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Paco dos Duques de Braganca

The visit to the Palace of the Dukes is an opportunity to marvel at the opulence and luxuries of royalty from another time, a true immersion in the splendor of the past.A building of huge proportions, an immense granite block dominated by the height of its turrets, the Paço arouses the curiosity of those who see it and the uncontainable desire to enter it.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Guimaraes Castle

The Castle of Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal, is a historical gem. The centuries-old walls and courtyards transport you to an era when the nation was being forged.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Braga

In Braga, ascend to the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus, famous for its majestic staircase leading to the church at the top. The panoramic views provide a breathtaking glimpse of the city, preparing you for an unforgettable journey.Explore the Sanctuary of Sameiro, a refuge of peace and spirituality nestled in the mountains of Portugal. Discover this sacred place adorned with imposing architecture and stunning views that invite contemplation and reflection.Discover the Cathedral of Braga, the oldest in Portugal. Here, you'll have exclusive access to places like the chapel and the high choir. An intimate experience that will transport you to the heart of the country's religious and architectural heritage.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Sameiro

Inebriated by the beauty of the top of Sameiro mountain, Fr Martinho thought of erecting a monument there to perpetuate the triumph of Mary Immaculate and the memory of the Dogmatic Definition of the Immaculate Conception. A pedestal was erected in 1863. A sculpture of the Immaculate Conception was placed on it, cut from a block of marble by the sculptor Emídio Carlos Amatucci. The first chapel was built and consecrated on 10 August 1877.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bom Jesus Do Monte

Located in the city of Braga, in the north of Portugal, the Bom Jesus do Monte sanctuary is built to the west and has wide views, sometimes to the ocean itself, over the entire city of Braga, the Bracara Augusta founded in Roman times from which it is historically inseparable. This cultural landscape evokes the Christian Jerusalem, recreating a sacred hill crowned by a church built between 1784 and 1811. The sanctuary illustrates a European tradition of creating Sacri Monti, including a series of chapels with sculptures evoking the Passion of Christ, as well as fountains, allegorical sculptures and formal gardens. The granite buildings have whitewashed stucco façades framed by exposed stonework. The famous Staircase of the Five Senses, with its walls, steps, fountains, statues and other ornamental elements, is the estate's most emblematic Baroque work.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Se de Braga

Older than the Cathedral of Braga is a well-known Portuguese expression that reminds us of the antiquity of any given reality. It was the first Portuguese cathedral to be built. Even older than Portugal. Its walls support a monument with over 900 years of history and religious life.The Cathedral of Braga began to be built at the end of the 11th century and was solemnly consecrated by Bishop Pedro. Pedro and dedicated to the Virgin Mary on 28 August 1089.One of the most visited monuments in the city of Braga due to the historical, artistic, cultural and spiritual uniqueness of the old Cathedral.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infant seats must be requested before the day of the booking.
  • Travel time is included in the total duration of the tour.
  • This tour will happen regardless off the weather conditions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Porto: Braga & Guimarães – Full Day Experience with Lunch?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • LunchLocal Restaurant
  • Small Group, up to 8 people.
  • Entry ticket to Braga Cathedral
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off (if previously selected)
  • Admission Fee at Guimaraes Castle
  • Bottled water
  • Professional Guide & Transportation by private vehicle.
  • Gratuities

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