Bom Jesus do Monte Attractions & Things to do

This is the most complete small group tour for up 8 people and we visit the interior of monuments that others don't see, and all tickets are included.

Arriving in Braga, we will start by visiting the Bom Jesus Sanctuary and contemplating its magnificent staircase to the top of the church.

After a top view of the city, time to visit the oldest cathedral in the country where we will have exclusive access to the chapels and high choir of the monument.

A delicious traditional Portuguese lunch will be served in a restaurant where you can taste the so famous "Vinho Verde".

During the afternoon we visit Guimarães when we have time for a calm walk on foot through the medieval city where we will enter in his Castle that was known for the birth of a new kingdom: Portugal.

Then we will visit the Palace of the Dukes where we are dazzled by the luxuries of royalty from other times. A whole history of Portugal will be told by our local guides who have always followed the group.
Duration: 8 hours.

Guimarães, the birthplace of the nation and a UNESCO World Heritage site, exudes a medieval atmosphere with its 10th-century castle and 15th-century Ducal Palace. A stroll through the heart of the city's streets and squares will immerse you in the palpable charm and rich history of Guimarães. During our visit, we'll explore the imposing castle, admire the majestic Dukes of Bragança Palace, and wander through the historic center.

After a relaxing lunch break included in the tour, we'll continue our journey to Braga, known as the oldest Portuguese city and the religious capital of Portugal. For centuries, Braga has been a prominent archiepiscopal seat and pilgrimage site. Our exploration of Braga will include a visit to its 11th-century Cathedral, followed by a tour of the Bom Jesus Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site nestled in the scenic hills surrounding the city.

Join us on our small-group tour to discover the most iconic monuments and exclusive spots in these historic cities.
Duration: 8 hours.

Discover the most historical cities in Portugal! Heritage lovers and curious, take a look:
Braga has its roots on the ancient Roman Empire. It's a bimillennial comercial city with strategic position serving the world's center - Rome, back in I BC. Known as Bracara Augusta in honor of the Roman Emperor Augustus, keeps its importance and legacy very present on remains and structure of the city center and surroundings.

Guimarães, by it's turn, is the cradle of nationality. It was the battleground of our independence from the kingdom of León, and the birthplace of Afonso Henriques (our first king). It is an enchanted city that maintains the original medieval structure and architectural features that earned the distinction as a cultural world heritage site by UNESCO (2001).
Duration: 8 hours.

Visit Vila do Conde, Viana do Castelo, Ponte de Lima and Braga. From Porto, always traveling by the sea, we will visit all these cities with stops in the most emblematic monuments of each city, in the most beautiful beaches, and to taste the local sweets. We will visit Viana do Castelo the jewel of Minho and Ponte de Lima the oldest village in Portugal. Braga is the 3rd largest city in Portugal with over 2000 years of history. Travel in a Mercedes-class V250 Avantgarde van with 8 seats, with tinted windows, leather seats, air conditioning, refrigerator and wi-fi.
Sustainability, Carbon Neutral Drive
We are a company concerned with our ecological footprint. We choose, whenever possible, agents of the local economy for partnerships, helping in regional development. We value and give priority to local products obtained in a natural and sustainable way. When booking our Tours, we will plant trees to neutralize our Co2 emissions emitted by the kilometers travelled.
Duration: 8 to 10 hours.

Travel north on a day trip from Porto to two of northern Portugal's historic cities, which are currently basking in the European spotlight.
First visit the city of Braga, founded by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago. The oldest Christian city in Portugal, Braga is celebrated today as the 2012 European Capital of Youth.

First, discover the country's origins in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Guimarães.
Visit the Guimarães Castle, a building full of history and the "birthplace of Portugal".
Home to a 10th-century castle and the Dukes of Braganza Palace, the town today is filled with pride for being named the European Capital of Culture for 2012.
Appreciate, on a walking tour, the medieval city of Guimarães. With small modern details, it is considered a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Get to know amazing landscapes, peaceful and beautiful places, king’s histories and Portuguese culture and devotion
Duration: 9 hours.

Discover one of the most famous pilgrimage routes in the world for centuries, the sacred path of Santiago.

Visit the imposing Santiago de Compostela Cathedral in Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque architectural style, this cathedral is a true landmark, not only in Galicia, but also in Spain.
According to tradition, this majestic building houses the tomb of the apostle Santiago Maior, patron saint of Spain.

Have free time for the Pilgrims' Mass (optional) and to see Bota Fumeiro.

Enjoy free time for lunch in Santiago de Compostela.

Arriving in Braga, the tour begins with a visit to the Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary and its majestic staircase.
Be surprised by the interior visit to the oldest cathedral in the country, Sé de Braga.
Enjoy a walking tour through the center of Braga.
Duration: 10 to 11 hours.

Discover the culture and picturesque beauty of northern Portugal on this full-day Braga and Guimarães tour with lunch, from Porto. Accompany your guide to Braga’s grand medieval Sé Cathedral, and enjoy hilltop birds-eye views. Savor a traditional Portuguese lunch, then explore Guimarães’s charming town center and Medieval Castle before returning to Porto.
Duration: 8 hours.

Braga and Guimarães: Immersion in the Soul of Portugal

Embark on a unique journey that will take you to the heart of Portugal's rich heritage. Our experience is a journey through time, taking you back to the history that shaped this captivating nation. The order of the visit may vary, but our commitment to the essence of the cities remains unchanged.
This tour goes beyond conventional tourism. It's an opportunity to connect with the roots of Portugal, understanding its history, culture, and spirituality.
Duration: 9 hours.

Explore Guimarães and Braga: An unforgettable tour of Northern Portugal

Discover the history and beauty of Guimarães and Braga, two iconic cities in northern Portugal. This tour combines culture, gastronomy and stunning landscapes for a unique experience.

Start at Guimarães, the cradle of Portugal. Visit the imposing Palace of the Dukes of Bragança, a 15th-century palace with medieval architecture, and explore Guimarães Castle, a 10th-century fortress that symbolizes national independence.

After immersing yourself in history, enjoy a typical minhoto lunch and a green wine tasting at a farm where you can enjoy this refreshing wine while enjoying the region’s vineyards.

Continue to Braga, starting with Sé de Braga, the oldest cathedral in Portugal, with Gothic and Baroque styles. End at the Shrine of the Good Jesus of the Monte, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its baroque staircase and stunning views of Braga.

Duration: 8 to 10 hours.

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.
Duration: 8 hours.

Braga is the district capital in the Minho region with a total area of 183km2 and around 200,000 inhabitants. It is a very heterogeneous city carrying in its legacy and history several cultural influences that lead to the present Best European Destination (2021).
Dissecting a little its genesis as following:

- The city of Archbishops
- Portuguese Rome
- The Roman city
- The Baroque city
- Heart of Minho
- City of Youth

These are more than enough reasons for us to call Braga - Cosmopolitan town. And you? What will you call it at the end of our visit?
Duration: 9 hours.

We visited the Baixo Minho region, a trip to a historic and spectacular Portugal.

Braga, city of the Archbishops, has been an important religious and economic center for over 2,000 years.

Guimarães, birthplace, guardian of the myths of origin, marked by monuments of great symbolic importance.
Duration: 8 to 9 hours.

This private tour is a journey to the real beginning of the portuguese nation. You will go to the place where Portugal was born and where everything started.
Your private driver and tour guide will pick you up from your place of choice in Porto and start driving towards Guimaraes. This city is regarded as the birthplace of Portugal, and hosts a very wide variety of monuments and old buildings.

Get to know the charming city centre of gothic buildings, traditional houses and delightful plazas. You will visit the ancient castle of Guimaraes, which is considered as the first of Portugal. This city has been declared as World Heritage site by the UNESCO in the year 2001 due to its high amount of historic and emblematic monuments.

You will visit the oldest town in the whole country, Bracara de Augusta (Braga), which exists since the 1st Century BC.

- SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance
Duration: 8 hours.

Enjoy a half-day city tour to "Bracara Augusta", the ancient Roman city with over 2000 years of history! Get to now the oldest city in Portugal, which today is one of the youngest cities in Europe!
Duration: 4 hours.

Starting in the suburbs of Braga, let yourself be guided by the medieval streets, its gastronomy and nature, with a ride in the secular and oldest lift/funicular of the world still in operation, moved with the counterbalance of water.

Highlights:
- Full day tour
- Pick up & Drop off
- Entrance to monuments (up to 5)
- Lift/Funicular to Bom Jesus do Monte
- Small Groups (max. 6 pax)

Braga is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities of Portugal, being also one of the oldest cities in the world with one of the most important religious centers of the Country.

Baptized by the Romans as Bracara Augusta, also known nowadays as the “City of the Archbishops” or even by “Portuguese Rome”. Religious Heritage in each corner, the historical center of Braga, witness the religious fervor throughout the centuries with his beautiful monuments.
Duration: 9 hours.

Explore the Unesco heritage cities of Braga and Guimarães in a completely private way.
Start the day with our pick-up service at your hotel or accommodation, in a calm and organized way.
Arriving in Braga, the tour begins with a visit to the Bom Jesus Sanctuary and its majestic staircase, with free time to visit the Sanctuary.
Be surprised by the optional visit to the oldest cathedral in the country, Sé de Braga.
Enjoy a free walking tour through the center of Braga.
Enjoy free time for lunch.
Start the afternoon by visiting Guimarães Castle, S. Miguel Church and the luxurious Paço dos Duques (optional).
Enjoy a beautiful pedestrian walk through the city's most historic streets such as Largo da Oliveira, Igreja N. Sra. da Oliveira, Praça S. Tiago.
Return to your accommodation with our drop off service.
Duration: 8 to 9 hours.

In this experience, we show you two very different cities, each with a significant contribution to Portuguese history. In one part, we take you to Braga, one of the most religious cities in Portugal. In the other part, we transport you to the medieval ages, where Portugal was born as a nation.
Braga has more than 2000 years of history. The city still preserves the prestige of country`s religious capital and it's also known by the splendid houses of 18th century, its gardens and its parks. The Cathedral, located on one of the worlds`s oldest Christian cities, is considered a center of episcopal diffusion.
Guimarães, where the historical city center, today classified World Heritage, send us back to the time of the foundation of the Portuguese Nationality, as remind us of the sign on his walls. The Palace of the Dukes of Bragança, which dates from 15th century and was partially converted into a museum, is also a must see on this experience.
Duration: 8 hours.

We have been offering this tour since 2006.
Our goal is full customer satisfaction.
Our clients seek tranquility, exclusivity and different experiences.
Our greatest objective is that they repeat with us discovering other places in Spain and Portugal.
Duration: 14 days.

In all our services we privilege people!
Our guides are careful and concerned to make known genuine and characteristic places. And, in order for the whole experience to be as authentic as possible, we have established partnerships with local producers and restaurants.
To reduce our carbon footprint, we try to contact agents who follow good environmental practices and who promote the sustainable development of the community and the environment.

We actively collaborate with non-governmental entities in the defense of the environment.

Duration: 9 hours.

Embark on a journey through the rich history and legends of Portugal with this exclusive private tour to two iconic cities: Braga, the religious center of the country, and Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal itself.

Your experience begins with a comfortable 45-minute drive from Porto to Braga, where you'll explore its most significant monuments and take a leisurely walk through the charming historic city center. Afterward, indulge in a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, with options to suit all tastes—meat, fish, or vegetarian, and of course, a delightful dessert to top it off!

With our hearts (and stomachs!) content, we'll journey just 20 minutes to Guimarães, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you'll visit the majestic Guimarães Castle and wander through the picturesque streets of its old town. There's a surprise waiting for you here!

By the end of the day, you'll return to Porto with a smile, fond memories, and perhaps a wish to relive it all over again.
Duration: 7 to 9 hours.

Embark on a unique tour onboard these unique and exciting pink motorcycles!

The Honda Monkey 125 is very fun and easy to drive. The perfect choice for a tour that is a stress-free, fun and relaxing experience. These motorcycles are also the perfect conversation starters, allowing conversations to always start with a friendly smile.

The included intercoms ensure that you can easily communicate with your friends, allowing you to share impressions while on-the-go.

With this tour you will experience an entire region of Portugal, including Douro and 2 Natural Parks. All this while discovering the best kept secrets and local culture and tradition in the most unique and fun way available.

24 hour support is always available to guarantee your best experience possible and we are committed to deliver the ultimate motorcycling experience.

Let us know if there are any special requests and we will do our best effort to accommodate any needs you might have.
Duration: 5 days.

Discover Porto and Braga and Aveiro, charming cities in the North of Portugal, full of history, culture and natural beauty.

Visit Ribeira do Porto and the Port Wine Cellars in Porto, stroll across the Dom Luis I Bridge and visit the Clérigos Tower

In Braga, visit the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus and the Cathedral of Braga.

Ride on the moliceiros (boats) of Aveiro and taste the soft eggs, a traditional sweet from Aveiro.

Venture through stunning landscapes and taste the unique cuisine of northern Portugal.
Duration: 2 days.

Begin your journey in the charming Centro Histórico de Guimarães, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where medieval streets and historic architecture transport you back in time. Visit the Igreja de São Miguel do Castelo, a quaint and significant church steeped in legend. Explore the imposing Castelo de Guimarães, a symbol of Portugal's birth and heritage. Next, travel to Braga, one of Portugal's oldest cities. Wander through the beautiful Centro Histórico, admiring its elegant squares and baroque churches. Experience the unique Funicular do Bom Jesus, the oldest in the world still in operation, as it transports you up to the majestic Bom Jesus do Monte. Here, marvel at the stunning views and the grand, ornate sanctuary.Join us for an unforgettable day of discovery, history, and breathtaking sights in Guimarães and Braga. Book your private tour today and embark on a journey through Portugal’s timeless treasures!
Duration: 8 hours.