10 Private Tours in Guimaraes That You Shouldn't Miss

Guimarães has one of the best preserved medieval centers of Portugal, where time seems to have really given way and magically stopped. Come to know more than the history and monuments of Guimarães. Visit the suburbs of the city, with its traditions, historical and cultural heritage, local gastronomy and its nature with cable car trip. It's Historic Center is classified as World Heritage Site by UNESCO, is a historical city of medieval origin and has its origin in the tenth century, known as “Cradle of the Nation” or “Cradle City”, for its crucial role in the formation of Portugal, and here the first Portuguese King was born. Highlights: • Full day tour (10h) • Pickup & Drop-off • Entrance to monuments • UNESCO Heritage site • Ride by cable car to Penha mountain • Photos of the tour • Individual groups (max. 6 pax)

Inclusions: Full day tour (10h), Pickup & Drop-off, Small groups (max. 6), Small hikes in natural / rural environment and in the city., Visit of several monuments (up to 5 monuments), Ride by cable car to Penha Mountain, Local guide, Insurance, Photos of the tour, Taxes and fees

Exclusions: Other expenses and activities not mentioned, Tips/Gratuities (optional), Any kind of worries, Lunch

You will start you northern Portugal adventure discovering the medieval centre of Guimarães. You will see why the historical center city -the birthplace of the nation- was warranted as UNESCO World Heritage. Besides the ancient center city you will also visit the castle that accommodated the Counts of Portugal during the 10th and 11th century and the 15th century Palace of the ´Duques de Braganza`. In Braga, you will find a religious city with more than 2000 years of history. You will visit Portugal’s oldest cathedral, the famous sanctuary and ancient attractions such as the 14th-century Castle of Braga and the ´Arco da Porto Nova´. After lunch we will drive to Barcelos, where we will walk around in the historic center, famous for its colorful ceramics, medieval monuments and for creating Portugal’s national symbol - the rooster. On Thursdays you can get involved in one of the oldest and biggest markets in Portugal.

Inclusions: Bottled water and softdrinks, Snacks (Candybars), Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Entrance fees, unless specified, Lunch

This comprehensive 10 Day Private Tour will provide our guests with the most Portugal has to offer in terms of culture, history, monuments and sightseeing. Our knowledgeable certified driver-guides will escort and provide all the information about the different topics related to this spectacular tour. The pick up will be at place in Lisbon designated by the guest. This tour usually takes from 6 to 8 hours each day and transportation will be provided using highly comfortable Mercedes Benz vehicles with WiFi onboard and bottled waters.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

This comprehensive 15 Day Private Tour will provide our guests with the most Southern and Central Portugal and Spain has to offer in terms of culture, history, monuments and sightseeing. Our knowledgeable certified driver-guides will escort and provide all the information about the different topics related to this spectacular tour. The pick up will be at place in Lisbon designated by the guest. This tour usually takes from 6 to 8 hours each day and transportation will be provided using highly comfortable Mercedes Benz vehicles with WiFi onboard and bottled waters.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Professional drver-guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

This comprehensive 15 Day Private Tour will provide our guests with the most Northern and Central Portugal and Spain has to offer in terms of culture, history, monuments and sightseeing. Our knowledgeable certified driver-guides will escort and provide all the information about the different topics related to this spectacular tour. The pick up will be at place in Lisbon designated by the guest. This tour usually takes from 6 to 8 hours each day and transportation will be provided using highly comfortable Mercedes Benz vehicles with WiFi onboard and bottled waters.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Professional driver-guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Accompanied by our guides you will have a remarkable journey in the history of Portugal. Visit Braga, a 2000 year old city and climb the iconic Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary. Walk through the medieval city center of Guimarães, where Portugal was born. An unforgettable family friendly tour.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Entrance in Braga Cathedral, Drinks included, Entrance in Guimarães Castle, Traditional sweets in Guimarães, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Personal expenses

Douro it´s not only the third largest river in the Iberian Peninsula, it´s also an entire region with one of a kind landscapes, traditional villages and of course in Portugal, the region where is produced the world famous Porto Wine. Since 2001 World UNESCO Heritage, Douro Valley is considered one of the most beautiful wine regions in the world, spreading along the river banks the wine estates create an unique man made landscape with nice slopes covered with vineyards in terraces that goes from the river until the top of the hill´s. Come with us trough some world nicest roads in a really private and customizable tour where the most important thing is your happiness. Don´t worry about schedules, as long as you´re enjoying we will be there.

Inclusions: A tour to Douro Valley is only complete when you visit to a winery for you to have the opportunity to taste the Porto and others wines from Douro Valley, we will take you to a wonderful one., Lunch at a local restaurant, a moment to enjoy the delicacies of the region and relax., Travel insurance

Exclusions: All kinds of worries, Souvenirs

Prepare yourself to explore in the morning the cradle of the Portuguese Nation whom has captured the attention of the world since becoming a UNESCO Heritage Site in 2001. "Portugal was born here" And in the afternoon a city founded by the Romans in the year 16 b.C. and named “Bracara Augusta” The well-preserved historic Centre of Guimarães, which is one of the most photographed places in the country, and from here the king initiated the main offensive of reconquers against the Moors. Named by “Bracara Augusta” in honour to the emperor Cesar Augusto. It was the capital of Galécia, from where derived five Roman Roads, with a vast territory that went from the North of the River Douro until the Cantabrian. Currently, Braga is one of the top destinations in the Religious Tourism segment, either by its celebrations, which have its epitome in the Holy Week or by being one of the oldest Christian cities in the world who owns a wide religious built heritage.

Inclusions: Gourmet Lunch with wine. , Personal accident and liability insurance. , Our chauffeurs have knowledge and ethics required for confidential business matters, Our chauffeurs provide a concierge service for any requirements., Our executive vehicles provide Wi-Fi, bottled water, refreshments and a relaxing atmosphere. , Live tour commentary provided in English, Spanish and Portuguese

Exclusions: Admission to venues & attractions along the tour route., Gratuities are not included and is left to individual discretion.

During this private tour you will have an insider’s view about the importance of Guimarães to our country and why King Afonso Henriques was known as the Conqueror. This tour is a discovery through Guimarães city where you will discover amazing medieval streets as Rua Santa Maria, unique museums and monuments such as the church of São Francisco and unique squares as Praça das Oliveiras that breathe history and enchant anyone who visit the city.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected), Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch

Discover two of the oldest cities of Portugal. Starting in Guimarães, considered world heritage site by Unesco, and the cradle of the nation. A rich and historical city where you will visit the castle that accomodated the Counts of Portugal during the 10th and 11th century, the 15th century Palace of the Duques of Bragança and a beautiful walk around the Historical City center. In Braga, you will find a religious city with more than 2000 years of history, visit Portugal’s oldest cathedral and two beautiful sanctuaries.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Bottled water, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Wi-Fi

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities