Experience the towns where the history and religion of Portugal were born on this Full-Day tour from Porto. Admire picturesque landscapes and coastlines, and enjoy lunch in a typical Portuguese restaurant.

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Duration 9 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
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Live tour guide: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Small group: Limited to 10 participants

Highlights

Experience some of Portugal's oldest cities and richest history in this full-day tour
See the historical center of Guimarães, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Take in the city of Braga, and its impressive cathedrals and architecture
Enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch

Full description

Discover a different chapter of Portugal’s fascinating history on this full-day tour through the Minho region, a short drive north from Porto. Join us for this unique trip, arriving first at Guimarães, a city often seen as the birthplace of Portuguese nationality. Settled in the 9th century, this picturesque city is home to a walled historic center, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From there we will carry on to the largest city in the Minho region, Braga. The oldest city in Portugal, and one of the oldest in Europe, Braga boasts several beautiful churches, in particular the Braga Cathedral. Enjoy a stop for a traditional lunch in Braga, surrounded by an impressive blend of medieval, neo-classical and baroque architecture. From there we will take the short trip back to Porto, arriving in the evening.

Includes

Guided tour
Lunch with panoramic view
Transfers

Other meals and drinks
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Optional activity costs

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask

Meeting point

352 Rua Mouzinho da Silveira, Porto.

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Sun hat
Camera

Not allowed

Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

Tours are subject to cancellation due to technical reasons, weather conditions, or maintenance
Tour does not operate on 25th December and 1st January
Tour on Request. Tour must have at least 2 people to operate
A European vaccination certificate or negative COVID-19 test is mandatory if meals are included in the tour

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 6 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4/5
Transportation
5/5
Value for money
4.5/5
Safety
5/5

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The drive out of Porto and into the northern region of Minho gives insights into the culture, development and religious system of Portugal. are worthwhile destinations worth discovering.

March 5, 2020

Amazing Minho

Loved the tour with the guide Manuel and also the group I was part of. Very beautiful region and the lunch was a delight.

January 29, 2018

informative and competent led by a dedicated tour guide

The tour guide picked us up at our hotel in Porto and drove the individual stages of the trip in a small, international group. She provided competent information about the country and its people, as well as about the destinations. Overall, highly recommended.

February 18, 2015

From Porto: Full-Day Trip of Minho Region

From Porto: Full-Day Trip of Minho Region

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Amazing Minho

informative and competent led by a dedicated tour guide