--- title: Authentic Braga & Guimarães: Small Historical Group Tour lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/porto/tours/authentic-braga-guimar-es-small-historical-group-tour-26008P18/ type: tour city: Porto country: Portugal price: 57 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.88 reviews: 110 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [pt, en] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Best small-group rank_in_category: 4 of 10 (Braga) schedule_checked: 2026-09-20 data_updated: 2026-09-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/authentic-braga-guimar-es-small-historical-group-tour-26008P18/ --- # Authentic Braga & Guimarães: Small Historical Group Tour **Guidekin's take:** A full day through the Minho with Guimarães first, then Braga, in a group of no more than eight with monument entrances, hotel pickup and water in the price. Lunch and tips are not included, and the travel time counts inside the day. 4.88 from 110 reviews at €57 per person for 8h. **Best small-group:** Eight guests max with monument entrances, hotel pickup and a premium van at €57 per person: 4.88 from 110 reviews. Trade-off: Review base still small at 110. (last checked July 26, 2026) ## Overview Enjoy the scenic landscapes of Minho, noted for its popular Vinho Verde, and visit two of the region’s historic cities, Guimarães and Braga, to discover their architectural heritage. The first stop on this full-day tour is Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal. The city center has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. Marvel the Guimarães Castle, dating from the 10th century, where you’ll learn about the early period of Portugal’s history. Admire the Dukes of Bragança Palace and the architecture of this medieval city, full of unique buildings, streets, and squares. Continue to Braga, a city once occupied by the Romans and one of the most important Christian centers of Portugal. Take a break to enjoy a traditional lunch with Vinho Verde. After that continue learning about the history of Braga and pay a visit to its most important landmarks such as the Cathedral from the 11th century, Bom Jesus do Monte, and the Sameiro Sanctuary. You will arrive back to Porto close to 5pm. ## Key facts - Price: from €57 per person - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.88/5 from 110 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Oporto Road Trips ## What's included - Small goup tour - Maximum up to 8 people - Entrances to monuments included - Expert tour guide - Hotel pick up and drop off - Bottled water - Premium air-conditioned vehicle ## Not included - Gratuities - Lunch ## Itinerary 1. **Guimaraes Castle** (pass by, no stop) - Upon arrival in Guimarães, we begin our tour in the upper part of the city, where the Guimarães Castle is located. Our guide will tell you about Portugal's early history as you pass Portugal's oldest medieval castle and begin the descent into the city center. 2. **Igreja de Sao Miguel do Castelo** (10m) - This church dates back to the 13th century and is currently classified as a national monument. It is a building built in the Romanesque style, which was rebuilt at the beginning of the 20th century according to its original appearance. There is a legend associated with this... 3. **Paco dos Duques de Braganca** (pass by, no stop) - This palace dates back to the beginning of the 15th century and its construction was ordered by D. Afonso (son of King D. João I) at the time of his marriage to D. Constança de Noronha. Over the years it served several purposes, causing wear and tear. At the beginning of the... 4. **Rua de Santa Maria** (15m) - Along the descent to the residential area of ​​the city, we will pass through Rua de Santa Maria, one of the first streets in Guimarães, which served as the main connection between the convent of D. Mumadona Dias, the residential area and the Castle. 5. **Praca de S. Tiago** (10m) - This is a social square for the inhabitants of Guimarães, where you can find restaurants, bars and terraces, surrounded by the city's typical architecture. According to the legend, the name of the square is due to the apostle James who, on a pilgrimage, left an image of the... 6. **Largo da Oliveira** (20m) - is one of the most emblematic and historic squares in Guimarães, Portugal. Its name comes from an ancient olive tree that symbolizes peace and tradition. This place has been the scene of significant events over the centuries, including medieval courts and crucial moments in... 7. **Padrao do Salado** (5m) - In addition to the church, Largo da Oliveira is known for the Padrão do Salado, a monument that celebrates the victory of D. Afonso IV over the Moors in the battle of Salado in 1340. 8. **Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira** (15m) - From Largo da Oliveira you can see the church of Nossa Senhora da Oliveira - Colegiada de Guimarães, whose origins date back to a monastery founded in the first half of the 10th century by Countess Mumadona Dias. The current church was built in 1387 by order of King D. João... 9. **Se de Braga** (30m; admission included) - Braga Cathedral is one of the most emblematic and historic monuments in Portugal. Located in the city of Braga, this Catholic cathedral is a testament to the country's cultural and religious richness. Its construction dates back to the end of the 11th century, having been... 10. **Bom Jesus Do Monte** (1h) - The Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary is a jewel of the religious architecture and landscaping, located in Braga. With over 600 years of history, this site of Christian pilgrimage is a notable example of the European Sacri Monti, created after the Council of Trent in the 16th... 11. **Sanctuary of Our Lady of Sameiro** (30m) - The Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora do Sameiro, or simply Santuário do Sameiro, is one of the most important places of Marian worship in Portugal, located in the city of Braga. Founded on June 14, 1863 by Father Martinho António Pereira da Silva, the sanctuary is a symbol of... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-20 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Travel time is already included with the total tour duration. - Green wine - legal age to drink is 18 years old and above ## How it compares in Braga Ranked **#4 of 10** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. [Small Group Braga & Guimarães with Pick up & Drop off](https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/small-group-braga-guimar-es-with-pick-up-drop-off/?format=md) — €85 per person, 4.95 (115) 2. [Cultural Route - Braga & Guimarães - from Porto](https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/cultural-route-braga-guimar-es-from-porto/?format=md) — €179 per person, 4.93 (88) 3. [From Porto: Braga & Guimarães Full-Day Tour with Lunch](https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/from-porto-braga-guimar-es-full-day-tour-with-lunch/?format=md) — €89 per person, 4.89 (125) Full list: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/braga/?format=md ## More in Porto - All Porto tours: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/authentic-braga-guimar-es-small-historical-group-tour-26008P18/ ## Query this catalogue with URLs Every listing accepts filter parameters directly in the URL, so you can hand a user a link that already matches their constraints. 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