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Historical Journey: Exploring Ancient Roots in Braga and Guimarães from Porto
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Guimarães
Embark on a historical journey through Braga and Guimarães, the ancient cities of Portugal. Discover Roman ruins and medieval architecture, and delve into the roots of the nation’s heritage.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Guimaraes Castle - Ticket + Guided visit
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Centro Historico de Guimaraes - A true reincarnation on the medieval city center, with cultural guide through the narrow streets and fortified walls.
Here you will have a traditional lunch! - Montanha- Parque da Penha - Beautiful nature areas, with a catholic sanctuary on the peak, huge granite rocks that you can explore under and above, and a fantastic view over the city and surroundings.
- Bom Jesus Do Monte - Humanity heritage by UNESCO since 2019, this set composed by a sanctuary, stairway and nature, is for sure one of the most beautiful arrangements settled by the catholic church.
- Torre de Menagem - The last remain of the city castle. Guided visit.
- Se de Braga - XI Century catholic cathedral. One of the most beautiful in the country! The construction was ordered by Teresa de Leão (Portugal’s fist king mother), And the tombs of both parents lie there in the Kings Chapel.
- Braga - The bimillenar city that preserves and mixes in harmony the roman, medieval and contemporary sights, is perfect for a easy and relaxed guided walk.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Personal accidents and liability insurance
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and taxes included
- Local Portuguese guide/driver
- Complimentary bottled water
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Lunch
Additional Information
Experience the most historical cities in Portugal! If you’re a heritage enthusiast or simply intrigued, read on:
Braga, deeply entrenched in Roman Empire history, is a two-thousand-year-old trade city with a strategic position that was once of service to the world’s hub - Rome, around 1 BC. Originally known as Bracara Augusta to honor Emperor Augustus, the city retains its significance and legacy through the remains and structure of its city center and surrounding areas.
Guimarães, on the other hand, is known as the birthplace of our nationality. It was the scene of our liberation from the Kingdom of León, and the hometown of Afonso Henriques (our first king). It is a captivating city that has retained its medieval structure and architectural characteristics, earning it the title of a UNESCO world heritage site in 2001.
Location
Largo da República do Brasil
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Lynne_b
Aug 17, 2024
Fabulous day in two beautiful cities - What a fantastic day! Ricardo was an excellent guide and a lovely person to spend the day with. We learnt so much on this tour! Just the right amount of everything- when we are back in the region we hope to do another tour with Ricardo.
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Leonid_k
Jul 7, 2024
Very educational - Loved every site on this tour, the guide was very good in explaining the history and current state of both cities, allowed sufficient time to explore on our own and in addition is a good driver.
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James_b
Jul 3, 2024
Great tour. Very interesting and historical. - Ricardo was fantastic. Very personable.
We enjoyed his tour and his wit.
Just a warning, he smokes, but he did try and do it discreetly.
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Mike_s
Jun 29, 2024
Excellent trip and enough... - Excellent trip and enough time to enjoy the cities.
Highly recommended.
Food was excellent. Nice views.
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Carmenmarie_d
Jun 29, 2024
Ricardo was excellent. Punctual, knowledgeable and patient and flexible with our shopping stops. He made the experience - Ricardo was excellent. Punctual, knowledgeable and patient and flexible with our shopping stops. He made the experience fun and memorable.
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Betty_e
Jun 27, 2024
Great guide!!!! - Charming towns! Ricardo was a great guide and very very accommodating! I’d use him on any tour! He answered all our questions and went out of his way to find things we were looking for!
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Alex_g
Jun 18, 2024
Memorable, comfortable and fun - Had a great time with our guide, Ricardo! He was very accommodating, drove well, gave us a lot of information about the two towns. He was also fun and easy to talk to. Knows a lot about great food, as well! We had an amazing and memorable time, will definitely recommend. 10/10 😊
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Ronda_d
Jun 18, 2024
Ricardo is the best! - We can’t recommend this tour enough! Ricardo is a great tour guide and friendly host. Brags and Guimaraes are well worth visiting. We are going to book with him again when we return to Portugal — which we will!
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Moazzamma_h
Jun 5, 2024
History rich - The tour was amazing. The guide was very understanding and helpful. One of our mates got sick during the trip and we had to cut short our experience. Rather than being troubled and frustrated with us, the guide was kind and supportive, and even messaged us the next few days to enquire about the well being of our friend. Despite the unprecedented events and the terrible weather we had an unforgettable experience.
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Ricardomanabu_s
May 27, 2024
Super - the trip was great. the gia was excellent, the views were wonderful and the history of the place is magnificent.
It's really worth it, knowing the entire history of Portugal's beginnings.
have fun!
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