Day Trip Braga and Guimarães from Porto
Overview
Travel north on a day trip from Porto to two of northern Portugal's historic cities, which are currently basking in the European spotlight.
First visit the city of Braga, founded by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago. The oldest Christian city in Portugal, Braga is celebrated today as the 2012 European Capital of Youth.
First, discover the country's origins in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Guimarães.
Visit the Guimarães Castle, a building full of history and the "birthplace of Portugal".
Home to a 10th-century castle and the Dukes of Braganza Palace, the town today is filled with pride for being named the European Capital of Culture for 2012.
Appreciate, on a walking tour, the medieval city of Guimarães. With small modern details, it is considered a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Get to know amazing landscapes, peaceful and beautiful places, king’s histories and Portuguese culture and devotion
What's Included
- Walking tour in Guimarães: UNESCO World Heritage since 2001
- Entrance to Bom Jesus Sanctuary
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance to Guimarães Castle: medieval castle
- Entrance to Sé/Cathedral of Braga: the oldest in Portugal
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick up and drop off
Meeting Location
Rua de Ferreira Borges
4050-253 Porto, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Rua de Alexandre Herculano
4000 Porto, Portugal
What To Expect
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Braga
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Bom Jesus Do Monte
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Se de Braga
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Centro Historico de Guimaraes
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Guimaraes Castle
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Guimaraes
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- There is no bathroom on board the bus
- Dress code is smart casual
- The tours may be changed without prior notice
- A moderate amount of walking is involved
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
- Operated by a business
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Activity code: C-5550MINHO
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