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From Porto: Braga & Guimarães Full-Day Tour with Lunch

4.9 · 127 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Porto Operated by EFun Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
8h
Group
Group size varies by option: small group from €89 · private from €265
Guide languages
Portuguese, English
Start & pickup
09:00 · Hotel pickup from 20 pickup points
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A day that covers both cities properly: guided walks in the centres of Braga and Guimarães, the Bom Jesus sanctuary, entry to Braga cathedral and a traditional lunch, with a small group, premium or private version.

Baby seats for under fours must be brought by parents. 4.89 from 127 reviews at €89 per person.

In our comparison: #3 of 10 in Braga, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

3 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Portuguese.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Small Group - up to 19 personsThe page priceDuration: 8 hours Lunch Included Meeting point: Igreja da Lapa, Largo da Lapa, nº 1 4050-069 Porto€89
Premium Tour - Up to 8 personsDuration: 8 hours Lunch included Car/Van/Minibus: Depending how big your group is we can use several vehicles. Pickup included€109
Private TourInfants and childrens: Infants or childrens must be booked as an individual adult/seat. Prices shown are per group/vehicle. Duration: 8 hours Lunch Included Car/Minivan/Minibus: Depending on the number of persons we can accomodate the group on several vehicles. Pick-up location: You will have available a range of locations and hotels to choose from, please select the one closer from your accommodation. Pickup included€265 for 2+ people

Children from €53 (ages 4 to 10). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • Visit to the medieval area surrounding Guimarães Castle
  • Round-trip transportation from Porto in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional local guide
  • Guided walking tour of Guimarães’ UNESCO-listed historic centre
  • Entrance ticket to Braga Cathedral
  • Guided visit to the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte
  • Guided walking tour of Braga’s historic centre
  • Traditional Portuguese lunch
  • Gratuities

Reviews

4.9
127 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 124 of 127

Star breakdown of all 127 ratings

5 stars
120 · 94%
4 stars
4 · 3%
3 stars
1 · 1%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
2 · 2%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides, traditional lunches and personal attention; stairs can challenge those with limited mobility.

Praised

  • Knowledgeable, enthusiastic guides explain Portuguese history clearly
  • Traditional Portuguese lunches with generous portions are a frequent highlight
  • Small groups make the tour feel personal and welcoming
  • Flexible pacing and attentive help for travellers with different walking abilities
  • Comfortable transport and safe, considerate driving

Complaints

  • Numerous stairs can be a challenge for travellers with limited mobility

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (27 March 2023 to 20 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Meet your guide and vehicle in front of Lapa Church. The closest Metro Line, 5 minute walking, it's the Yellow Line, the stop it's "Faria Guimarães". · Open in Google Maps
Departure
09:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
Hotel pickup from 20 pickup points (20 pickup points listed by the operator, 15 of them hotels)
Operator
EFun Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

What makes this tour unique is the opportunity to discover the essential highlights of both Braga and Guimarães in one carefully organised full-day experience from Porto.

Visit the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte, explore the historic centres of both cities with a local guide, enter Braga Cathedral and enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch.

In Guimarães, discover the medieval area surrounding the castle and the UNESCO-listed historic centre while learning about the origins of Portugal. Different options are available, including minibus, small-group and private experiences.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Parents should bring the baby car seat ajusted to infant's age (1 to 3 years old). We only have seats available after 4 years old.
  • On the private option infants or childrens must be booked as an individual adult/seat. Prices shown are per group/vehicle.

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food included Traditional Portuguese lunch
  • Children from €53 ages 4 to 10

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Braga

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #3 of 10€898h4.89 (127)varies by option
Small Group Braga & Guimarães with Pick up & Drop off€859h4.95 (129)private
Cultural Route - Braga & Guimarães - from Porto€1798h4.93 (91)private
Authentic Braga & Guimarães: Small Historical Group Tour€578h4.88 (110)shared

Ranked #3 of 10 in Braga by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €47 to €179, median €103; typical length 8h. 4 of 10 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 10 Braga

From €89 per adult · Small Group - up to 19 persons