Braga and Guimarães Tour: Exclusive Monuments Access

Embark on a full day group tour of Braga and Guimarães, exploring ancient history and indulging in a delicious traditional Portuguese lunch. Discover the Bom Jesus Sanctuary, the oldest cathedral in the country, and the medieval city of Guimarães. Join us for an immersive experience with knowledgeable local guides.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Bom Jesus Do Monte - We start our tour on the top of the mountain and visit the most magnificent Sanctuary in Portugal and its magical staircase.
  • Se de Braga - Known for the city of the Archbishops where we will visit its historical center, visit the interior of the Cathedral. We will have exclusive access to the interior of the chapels as well as the high choir of the monument.
  • Diana - Stop for a delicious lunch at the Diana Restaurant where the intense flavors of the northern cuisine of Portugal combined with the Vinho Verde (Green Wine).
  • Guimaraes Castle - The oldest castle in Portugal was where the first Portuguese king grew up and has a very important significance and a reference to the country’s independence.
  • Paco dos Duques de Braganca - Most tour operators don’t visit the interior but we do and tickets are included. The Palace of the Dukes where we are dazzled by the luxuries of royalty from other times. A whole history of Portugal will be told by our local guides who have always followed the group.
  • Guimaraes - At the end of the day we invite our visitors to discover the romantic medieval city of the historic center of Guimarães. We will stroll through the narrow old streets of the city and possibility for some souvenir shopping.
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local guide
  • Bottled water
  • Admission Ticket to Duke’s Palace
  • Exclusive access to Braga Cathedral’s Chapels and High Choir
  • Lunch included
  • Admission Ticket to Guimarães Castle
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

This is the most complete small group tour for up 8 people and we visit the interior of monuments that others don’t see, and all tickets are included.

Arriving in Braga, we will start by visiting the Bom Jesus Sanctuary and contemplating its magnificent staircase to the top of the church.

After a top view of the city, time to visit the oldest cathedral in the country where we will have exclusive access to the chapels and high choir of the monument.

A delicious traditional Portuguese lunch will be served in a restaurant where you can taste the so famous “Vinho Verde”.

During the afternoon we visit Guimarães when we have time for a calm walk on foot through the medieval city where we will enter in his Castle that was known for the birth of a new kingdom: Portugal.

Then we will visit the Palace of the Dukes where we are dazzled by the luxuries of royalty from other times. A whole history of Portugal will be told by our local guides who have always followed the group.

  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Good for avoiding crowds
  • Fast track access to monuments
Location
Bom Jesus Do Monte
Estrada do Bom Jesus
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Tracy_w
Sep 30, 2024
Sergio and the tour were excellent - Sergio knew his history. Extremely informative guide and a safe driver. The castle was amazing. The lunch was surprisingly great.
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Helenh207
Sep 25, 2024
Informative and well paced tour - This was a great trip to the historic towns of Braga and Guimaraes. Alex, our guide, was knowledgeable and entertaining and paced the trip well. We never felt rushed and he factored in some free time to explore. Would definately recommend this trip
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Ellen_t
Sep 23, 2024
Don’t miss this trip - Sergio was an amazing guide! Knowledgeable about Portugal and all of the sites we saw on the trip, he was amusing and thoughtful as well. We had a great lunch and truly enjoyed each place he guided us through. We totally recommend this trip and Sergio!
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Roger_p
Sep 21, 2024
Braga Guimaraes Tour - I enjoyed touring both towns. However, our tour guide advised us that the tour would be in both spanish and english. When I signed up for this tour it specified english only. The guide did not speak english very well and we had trouble hearing him in the back of the van as he did not have a microphone. All in all I enjoyed the tour.
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William_m
Sep 21, 2024
An excellent day trip - An excellent day trip with an excellent tour guide. Antonio was very pleasant and knowledgeable. The tours of tha cathedral, Castle and palace were just the right length and well worth seeing. We were given enough free time to see the towns. Lunch was excellent.
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Paul_c
Sep 20, 2024
A tour worth Braga ing about! - Great way to see more of the surrounding area of Porto and North West Portugal. This small group tour is excellent. From Pick up to drop off our guide explained the history and background of the places visited and historical sites we visited. Dry nice lunch, comfortable mini bus, personal service from start to finish. We thought about going to. raga by train and doing our own tour, but so glad we didn’t!
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Judith_h
Sep 18, 2024
Alex was a Great tour... - Alex was a Great tour guide! Small group gave mor opportunity to ask questions and explore. Wonderful lunch was included.
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Barbara_c
Sep 17, 2024
Bravo Braga - Ricardo was personal , knowledgeable and friendly ! Overall excellent !!! Interesting tour of both cities . Well worth the time.
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Brett_e
Sep 16, 2024
Great regional highlight - Amazing tour! The sanctuary of bom jesus do monte was a real highlight, and the Braga cathedral was stunning. We loved having the chance to explore Braga. Our guide provided a fascinating history of the region.
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Angel_v
Sep 14, 2024
Great day on Braga/Guimaraes tour - Great day on the Braga & Guimaraes tour with our tour guide, Alex. The steps were really a must see - glad we did. Alex is friendly, funny and honest (and never quiet). Thanks for a great day Alex! :)
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