Private pickup in Porto
Meet your driver-guide at your confirmed hotel, apartment or pickup point in Porto and travel north to Braga.
Daily tour
Private daily tour
Braga and Guimarães Tour
Discover Braga and Guimarães on a private day from Porto. Explore Bom Jesus do Monte, Braga’s historic centre and cathedral, then Guimarães Castle, the Palace of the Dukes and the UNESCO-listed historic centre. Return to Porto after approximately eight hours.
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8 hours
Private group
Porto pickup
Starting price. Select your group size in the form to see its estimate.
Tour overview
Discover Braga and Guimarães, from sacred landmarks to medieval streets.
Leave Porto for a private journey through two of northern Portugal’s most distinctive cities. In Braga, discover the monumental stairways and surroundings of Bom Jesus do Monte, explore the historic centre and see Braga Cathedral (Sé). Continue to Guimarães for its castle, the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza (Paço dos Duques) and the UNESCO-listed historic centre, with time to enjoy its medieval streets and squares.
Your driver-guide adapts the pace within an approximately eight-hour day, returning you to Porto. Interior visits depend on opening hours, ticket availability and your preferences; monument admission and meals are paid separately.
Route: Porto → Bom Jesus do Monte → Braga historic centre and Sé → Guimarães Castle, Palace of the Dukes and UNESCO historic centre → Porto. Approximately 8 hours. Monument tickets and meals are not included.
Bom Jesus do Monte
Discover the sanctuary’s monumental stairways, gardens and views over Braga.
Braga historic centre and Sé
Explore Braga’s streets and cathedral, with interior admission paid separately.
Guimarães Castle and ducal palace
Discover the castle hill and the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza; entrance tickets are not included.
UNESCO-listed Guimarães
Enjoy medieval streets and historic squares before returning to Porto.
Gallery
Braga and Guimarães, in pictures.
Discover the landmarks and historic settings along your private route.
Suggested itinerary
From Porto to Braga and Guimarães, returning to Porto.
Approximately 8 hours. The order and length of stops may be adapted to traffic, opening hours and your pace. Monument entry tickets and meals are not included.
Bom Jesus do Monte
Explore the sanctuary’s grounds, monumental staircase and viewpoints. Any optional funicular ride or paid visit is at your own expense.
Braga historic centre and Cathedral
Discover the streets and squares of Braga’s historic centre and its Sé. Interior visits are subject to opening hours; admission tickets are paid separately.
Guimarães Castle and Palace of the Dukes
Continue to Guimarães to discover the castle hill and Paço dos Duques de Bragança. Choose any interior visits according to your interests and available time; tickets are not included.
Guimarães UNESCO historic centre
Explore medieval streets and squares such as Largo da Oliveira and Praça de São Tiago. Allow time for lunch during the day, paid separately.
Return to Porto
Travel back to your confirmed drop-off point in Porto, completing a private day of approximately eight hours.
Included
Part of the group price
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Pickup and drop-off at the confirmed point in Porto
- Exclusive English-speaking driver-guide
- Bottled water and Wi-Fi in the vehicle
- Personal accident insurance and all taxes
Not included
Paid separately
- Monument entrance tickets, including Braga Cathedral, Guimarães Castle and the Palace of the Dukes
- Meals and drinks, including lunch
- Optional funicular rides, personal expenses and gratuities
Practical information
What to know before the day.
Comfort
Wear comfortable shoes and bring a light layer. The route includes walking through historic centres.
Tickets
Monument tickets and any optional funicular ride are paid separately. Interior visits depend on opening hours and availability.
Mobility
Bom Jesus and the historic centres include stairs, slopes and uneven paving. Tell us any mobility needs before confirming the route.
Operator
WALKBORDER LDA
Insurance
ALLIANZ — Apólice nº 203377964
RNAVT
RNAVT nº 5861
Guest feedback
Guest feedback about Walkborder’s private tours.
These existing guest comments describe Walkborder’s private tour service on other routes.
Read more reviews“Everything was explained before the day, the pickup was punctual and the guide balanced historical detail with time to explore independently.”
Helen R. · United Kingdom
March 2026 · Couple
“The route felt organised without becoming rigid. Our guide adapted the pace for the children, explained the history clearly and helped us choose the right palace.”
Sarah M. · United States
May 2026 · Family
Frequently asked questions
Before you request availability.
No. The enquiry only asks us to verify availability. The booking becomes confirmed after you receive the written proposal, accept the conditions and complete the required payment.
Most private day tours use a group price for a defined vehicle capacity. Each tour page states the group size, price and any exceptions.
Yes. Final routing depends on ticket availability, traffic and the group's pace.
Some areas are difficult. The route should be adapted before confirmation.
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