Minho Tour - Braga y Guimarães

This journey has its first stop in Braga, the Capital of Minho, and then discovers the historic city of Guimarães: two of the most important cities for the History of Portugal. Our tour starts in the direction of Braga, through a lush green landscape of mountains, valleys and rivers. Braga is a deeply religious city, and this guided tour includes the oldest Cathedral of Portugal and the Bom Jesus Sanctuary (UNESCO). The Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte is one of the greatest highlights of this tour. Famous for its endless stairs and Baroque details, it is not only a religious monument but also a truly romantic and relaxing place, with stunning views of the city. Next we visit the magnificent Cathedral of Braga (Sé de Braga), which combines three styles: Romanesque, Manueline and Baroque. It is the oldest Cathedral in Portugal, built several decades before the founding of the country, and the greatest landmark of Braga. We will walk through the historic centre of Braga and some of its most important streets and gardens, such as the Santa Barbára Garden, considered one of the most beautiful in Portugal, and take a break for a traditional lunch (not included). After lunch, we drive to Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal and a World Heritage Site since 2001, where the first King of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques, was born. We will enter the Castle of Guimarães, the 10th-century national symbol, and pass the Palace of the Bragança Dukes and the São Miguel Church. See the statue of D. Afonso Henriques and the Martins Sarmento Square and, to end this short walking tour, the Santa Maria Street, the City Hall, the Santiago Square and the Senhora da Oliveira Church.