From Porto: Full-Day Trip of Minho Region
ID: GYG1163-1163
Category:
Sight Seeing
, Nature and Landscapes
Country: Portugal
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
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.
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.
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
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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
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
You are required to bring and wear a mask
352 Rua Mouzinho da Silveira, Porto.
INCLUDED
- Guided tour
- Lunch with panoramic view
- Transfers
NOT INCLUDED
- Other meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional activity costs
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
