Private Tour
Small Group Braga & Guimarães with Pick up & Drop off
Overview
Available languages
9 hours
Mobile ticket
Embark on an exclusive journey through two of Portugal's most historic cities, Braga and Guimarães, on this premium small-group tour.
We begin in Braga, a city rich in religious history, where you'll visit the oldest cathedral in Portugal and the UNESCO-listed Bom Jesus Sanctuary, renowned for its stunning Baroque architecture and panoramic views. Explore Braga’s charming historical center, including the picturesque Santa Bárbara Garden, before enjoying a traditional lunch that highlights the region’s culinary delights.
Next, we travel to Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal. Discover the iconic 10th-century Guimarães Castle, the impressive Palace of the Bragança Dukes, and the beautiful São Miguel Church. Wander through Martins Sarmento Square, visit the City Hall, and admire the Senhora da Oliveira Church, all while soaking in the medieval charm of this UNESCO World Heritage city.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Entrance to Guimarães Castle
Transportation on a comfortable air-conditioned minivan with maximum capacity of 8 participants
Entrance to Bom Jesus Sanctuary
Professional tour guide specialized on the destination
Entrance to Sé/Cathedral of Braga: the oldest in Portugal
Walking Tour in Guimarães: UNESCO World Heritage since 2001
Hotel pick up and drop off service
Personal expenses
Lunch service and other food and beverages unless specified
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Porto
Enjoy a comfortable pick-up service at your accommodation in Porto city center and embark on a delightful journey to Braga
Bom Jesus Do Monte
Embark on a guided visit to the magnificent Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary, renowned for its stunning architecture and breathtaking views. Afterward, enjoy some free time to explore the surroundings at your own pace
Options
Spanish Departure
Pickup included
English Departure
Pickup included
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent tour to Braga and Gimaraes. Miguel was a fantastic guide!
Maria P,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took the tour to Braga and Gimaraes with Miguel as our guide. Both places were spectacular. We really enjoyed all the stories and knowledge Miguel shared with us. Super recommended both tour and guide.
EXCELLENT GUIDE JOSÉ!
311sebv,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent! Our guide was great! He speaks French and English very well. Great experience, Ask José for the best guide to Porto! I recommend!
Enjoyable and Insightful tour
890leandras,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a great time on this tour! Paulo was an excellent guide and shared many fun facts and pieces of history at the sites we visited - as well as providing recommendations for other things to do around the area. The pace felt very relaxed - never rushed - and we spent a good amount of time at each site. I definitely recommend this for people who want an insight into early Portuguese history
Not to be missed
cmmfonseca,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An excellent way to visit these two beautiful cities of Braga and Guimarães, steeped in history and stories. The guide, Fred, was very attentive and knowledgeable, always attentive to the group. Very comfortable vehicle. I highly recommend it to anyone who is in Porto and wants to learn a little more about Portugal.
Good
E4940LWcarolh,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00glad I went with Living Tours. Previous day had a tour with Get Your Guide and living tours was much better with newer van and better guide. LT called with pick up info changes, good driver, remembered names. All round good day. The sights were worth the trip
Great trip with a great tour guide
WorldHappyTraveler92,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience with this small group trip to Braga and Guimarães. Our tour guide Paulo was very nice and very knowledgeable and very accommodating to all of our needs. We wish we could do more tours of Porto with the same guide as he paid lots of attention to our group and told us a lot about the history of Portugal. Great job.!!
Take the tour - the information is wonderful
MilsterFL,
Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very beautiful small town. So nice to just stroll through the street. The castle/fortress is very impressive due to the fact it is where Portugal declared itself a country after the battle. You need to take a tour to get the full meaning of this landmark, just going will not give you the story.
Beautiful guided tour
931rapha lm,
Aug 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good experience, we learned a lot of interesting things about the history of Portugal by taking this guided tour! Our guide Pedro was very interesting and took the time to explain every point of our visit in French and English. We highly recommend!
michelledN3258WC,
Jul 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We very much enjoyed this outing. Braga and Guimaraes are beautiful! In addition we were very lucky to have Christian as a guide who explained everything in an impeccable French tinged with humor!!! We highly recommend this excursion!
Wonderful tour with an amazing guide
Ellen M,
Jul 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a wonderful tour that takes you away from the hustle and bustle of Porto back through history. We enjoyed not just the itinerary but our wonderful guide, Fred. He is passionate about the history and it shows. Don’t miss this tour!
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