On this Tour, we visit historic Braga, one of the oldest religious cities in the world, famous for its grand sanctuaries. Visit to the sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte and its famous staircase that narrates the sacred path. Descent to the center of Braga where we will take a guided tour on foot through the centre. Contemplate the exterior of emblematic monuments such as the old Archiepiscopal Well, Arco da Porta Nova, Santa Bárbara garden, Chafariz dos Castelos, among others, and visit the Cathedral, the oldest cathedral in the country.
After some free time where you can opt for a delicious lunch (optional), the tour continues towards Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal, where you will discover its magnificent historic center declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Visit the castle of Guimarães and return to Porto.
Highlights:
- Guimarães Castle;
- Guimarães City Centre – Unesco World Heritage;
- Braga City Centre;
- Braga Cathedral;
- Bom Jesus Sanctuary;
- Sameiro Sanctuary.
Hours of operation: 07:50 AM
Duration: 9 hours
Meeting point: Tourist service, at Rua Mouzinho da Silveira 352, Porto (in front of São Bento Railway Station)
