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Braga & Guimarães Tour: Historic Portugal Gems
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33 Ratings
Porto
Embark on a private tour of Braga and Guimarães, delving into 2000 years of Portuguese history. Explore the Cradle of Portuguese History and discover the battles that shaped the Reign of Portugal. All-inclusive and conducted in your chosen language.
Embark on a private tour of Braga and Guimarães, delving into 2000 years of Portuguese history. Explore the Cradle of Portuguese History and discover the battles that shaped the Reign of Portugal. All-inclusive and conducted in your chosen language.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Porto - An expert guide will greet you at your accommodation, and together, you’ll embark on a journey in a comfortable private tour vehicle to explore two of Portugal’s most historic cities—Braga & Guimarães. This full-day private tour offers an authentic and personalized experience, allowing you to uncover the rich history, stunning…
- Porto - An expert guide will greet you at your accommodation, and together, you’ll embark on a journey in a comfortable private tour vehicle to explore two of Portugal’s most historic cities—Braga & Guimarães. This full-day private tour offers an authentic and personalized experience, allowing you to uncover the rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant traditions of the Minho region.
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Guimarães - Step back into Portugal’s history as you explore Guimarães, the birthplace of the nation. Wander through its UNESCO-listed medieval town, with narrow cobbled streets leading to impressive historical sites.
✔ Guided tour of Guimarães’ most iconic landmarks
✔ Time to explore hidden alleys, shops, and local treasures
✔ Optional add-on: Heritage & History Package with full access to Castle, Palace, and Sé Cathedral -
Braga - Next, the tour heads to Braga, one of Portugal’s most vibrant and historic cities, renowned for its beautiful religious sites, lively squares, and charming streets.
✔ Private walking tour of Braga’s cultural and religious landmarks
✔ Free time to explore local markets, shops, and hidden corners
✔ Optional add-on: Tuk-Tuk UNESCO Tour through Braga’s historic center
Enjoy a traditional Minho lunch, where local flavors are the highlight. Choose from a variety of dining options tailored to your preferences:
✔ Free time for lunch with recommendations from your guide
✔ Option to upgrade your meal with an add-on selection
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Porto - As the day concludes, relax in the comfort of your private vehicle as you return to your accommodation. Reflect on your unforgettable journey through Braga & Guimarães, filled with history, breathtaking views, and memorable experiences.
✔ Comfortable return with optional scenic stops along the way
✔ Your guide will be happy to provide additional recommendations for your stay in Portugal
What's Included
- Expert Tour Guide – A certified professional to provide insights and historical context.
- Scenic Viewpoints & Local Hidden Gems – Photo stops at breathtaking panoramic locations.
- Curated Itinerary – Explore Braga & Guimarães with insider knowledge and a flexible schedule.
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Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off – Seamless service for a stress-free experience.
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- Expert Tour Guide – A certified professional to provide insights and historical context.
- Scenic Viewpoints & Local Hidden Gems – Photo stops at breathtaking panoramic locations.
- Curated Itinerary – Explore Braga & Guimarães with insider knowledge and a flexible schedule.
- Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off – Seamless service for a stress-free experience.
- Private Comfortable Transportation – Travel in comfort with an exclusive vehicle and private driver.
What's Not Included
- Meals & Drinks (Available as an Add-on) – Choose Regional or Premium, or free-time to lunch
- Heritage & History Package (Available as an Add-on) – Full entrance tickets & guided visits.
- Family-Friendly Package (Available as an Add-on) – Tuk-Tuk ride through Braga’s historic center.
- Personal Expenses & Additional Purchases – Any extra items bought…
- Meals & Drinks (Available as an Add-on) – Choose Regional or Premium, or free-time to lunch
- Heritage & History Package (Available as an Add-on) – Full entrance tickets & guided visits.
- Family-Friendly Package (Available as an Add-on) – Tuk-Tuk ride through Braga’s historic center.
- Personal Expenses & Additional Purchases – Any extra items bought during the tour.
- All insurances and Taxes
- Gratuities – Not included but always appreciated.
Additional Information
Embark on a journey through the historic core of Portugal with our Braga & Guimarães Private Tour, where you can explore two cities rich in culture. In Guimarães, known as the birthplace of Portugal, stroll through its medieval town, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. In Braga, delve into Roman history, visit the 11th-century Cathedral, and the…
Embark on a journey through the historic core of Portugal with our Braga & Guimarães Private Tour, where you can explore two cities rich in culture. In Guimarães, known as the birthplace of Portugal, stroll through its medieval town, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. In Braga, delve into Roman history, visit the 11th-century Cathedral, and the Bom Jesus Sanctuary.
Enhance your experience with optional add-ons:
️ Lunch – Opt for a Regional Lunch (€35) in a local neighborhood or a Premium Lunch (€50) at an upscale restaurant featuring DOC wine.
️ Cultural Package (€25/adult, €17.50/child, free for babies) – Includes guided tours inside Braga Cathedral, Bom Jesus & Sameiro, Guimarães Castle & Palace of the Dukes.
Family Package – Enjoy a tuk-tuk ride (private: €150/4 people, shared: €25 per person) through the historic center.
Travel in style with a private guide and a panoramic tour vehicle. This flexible and enriching experience is tailored to your preferences. Book now or reach out to us to customize your tour!
- Infant seats are available on request. Please advise in advance
- Specific nutritional or dietary food restrictions must be informed in advance
- The tours are subject to local traffic, visit schedules and other external factors
Location
Porto
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Peter_l
Jun 30, 2025
Out guide Sophia was the best - Excellent private tour! Very comfortable, and flexible. Our Sophia was gracious open to our wishes. Highly recommended!
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S671ygchristopherf
Mar 31, 2025
Beautiful History Lesson! - Nuno and Sofia were wonderful to spend the day with…they were incredibly knowledgeable and knew all the best hidden gems. Front row access to everything and a new Tesla kept us in comfort too! Pure pleasure!
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Corey_a
Mar 29, 2025
We’d highly recommend... - We’d highly recommend this tour. It provided a great overview of the two cities and our tour guide was very knowledgeable, providing helpful information about each location we visited. I
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Retiredscottsdale
Oct 29, 2024
Maria Santo was a dream driver/guide! - Maria Santos was a dream driver/guide! She is such fun and made what could have been a difficult day with fellow travelers whom we didn't know before the tour into one of the best of our recent long trip. We had such a great day with her with lots of laughs and interesting information. She tailored the tour to our preferences and found a great small restaurant in Braga for a memorable lunch. We appreciated the nearly new Tesla Model Y even though it is far from her favorite vehicle. Thank you so much!!
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Monica_u
Oct 13, 2024
Excelent!!! - Sofía is very professional and kind,
She makes us to have the best experience in Braga and Guimarães.
Highly recommended,
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Janb78
Jul 27, 2024
Exceptional Tour Guide Made Braga Escursion Excpetional - Note: We only did the trip to Braga.
Our day in Braga exceeded all expectations and that was due to having Miguel as our guide. His years of experience, passion for making each tour come alive and the depth and breadth of his knowledge of Braga, Portugal and Europe in general provided a perspective rarely found with tour guides, Miguel was able to connect history to modern day events and decisions. The entire day was exceptional. In addition, Miguel is a wonderful, genuine person and we established a comfortable relationship immediately. We have worked with tour guides in many destinations over the years. We would include Miguel in a very small group of exceptional tour guides.
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Mytnoh
May 26, 2024
A great tour with a great guide - Nuno, our guide, made this wonderful day trip extra special for the four of us. He has a genuine and deep love for his country and his people, and it showed throughout. This was matched by his warmth, humor, knowledge and professionalism. These 2 cities outside Porto are definitely worth visiting.
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Bethwb9286ag
Sep 18, 2023
3 Tours/Memorable Family Trip - Yourtours was a pleasure to work with from the first email exchange. The company was very responsive and transparent. Planning an overseas trip for 6 people with 3 being of them being over 90 years old with mobility and special health issues was a huge concern and Yourtours and their caring staff really made the process a less stressful and enjoyable one. We felt we were in good hands.
We booked our airport to hotels transfer as well as 3 full day tours with 1 tour being a custom tour.
Yourtours recognized our specific special needs and limitations and provided support to meet them. The logistical coordination and communication were amazing.
We were met by Pascal S. at the airport. He was a warm and very friendly greeting after a long overnight flight which was so nice. He was very kind and super efficient and went above and beyond helping us get our 16+ pieces of luggage plus 3 walkers settled with the transport and then he rode with us to our hotel and made sure we were all set with check in.
We did 3 days of tours. Porto, a custom Chaves tour designed for my 93year old father, and Braga & Guimaraes. I can’t begin to say enough wonderful things about our tour guide Nuno M. He was so friendly, considerate, caring, kind, infinitely patient, and his in depth knowledge of the geographical area and Portugal’s rich history, culture and food made the tours very enjoyable and extremely interesting. We learned so much and looked forward to each days tours. Nuno went out of his way to make sure our seniors especially my father, could access as much of the tour itinerary as possible. He was inclusive of them and their needs as well as making sure we still got to see such special places. If we couldn’t get out and walk an area due to our groups physical limitations, he made sure we still saw everything as close as he could get us in our vehicle. Nuno was particularly great with my parents and aunt. Always mindful of their needs and always lending a hand to make sure everyone was able to enjoy his tours safely and at a pace that was manageable. We never felt rushed. All of our lunches were included as well as afternoon stops for local pastries and beverages. It was nice to not have to be concerned about any of the extras. The food was plentiful, traditional and delicious. We got to know Nuno through our wonderful mealtime conversations and we were sad to part ways. He gave us an experience we will never forget and his special care for what this trip meant for all of us but especially for my father we will be forever thankful for.
Pascal checked in with us daily and personally made sure our seniors made it safely back to the airport for our next flight. That is the personal care we received and it really made a difference in our trip.
If we ever are able to travel to Portugal again someday we would not hesitate to book with Yourtours again. Outstanding experience start to finish. Thank you!
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Joseph_h
Nov 26, 2022
Amazing experience - I went to Braga and Guimarães with family and we had an amazing time! We were greeted warmly by Pedro who guided us throughout both cities. The scenery was unbelievable! Not only was seeing all the great architecture surreal, but the history Pedro provided us was quite insightful. The food picked out for us during the tour was delicious as well. Overall, this was one of the best tours we’ve been on and we definitely recommend others going!
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Cindy_f
Oct 25, 2022
Braga and guimares two stunning must see towns!! - We had a great time with our guide Pedro. He first took us to Braga and the Bom Jesus basilica. Absolutely stunning! The gardens are also immaculate. Then we toured Braga itself and had a fabulous lunch. Next we drove to Guimares which is the birthplace of Portugal in the 1100’s. What a perfectly preserved town from medieval times. Honestly the prettiest two towns we’ve seen in all of Portugal, including Lisbon and Porto. You really have to find time to visit this area and I’d advise taking this private tour.
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