Minho Tour small group, Braga, Ponte de Lima, Viana, Vinho Verde Winery & Lunch
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Is Minho Tour small group, Braga, Ponte de Lima, Viana, Vinho Verde Winery & Lunch worth booking?
Minho Tour small group, Braga, Ponte de Lima, Viana, Vinho Verde Winery & Lunch is a 10-hour experience in Porto, Portugal, from $189 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 19 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (19)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $189 per person
The Minho Full-Day Tour includes the visit to Braga and Bom Jesus Sanctuary, followed a short stop at the medieval village of Ponte de Lima, before lunch in Arcos de Valdevez. In the afternoon we will proceed with a guid
What you get
About this experience
The Minho Full-Day Tour includes the visit to Braga and Bom Jesus Sanctuary, followed a short stop at the medieval village of Ponte de Lima, before lunch in Arcos de Valdevez. In the afternoon we will proceed with a guided tour to the Brejoeira Palace and Vinho Verde Estate in the Monção Region. Before returning to Porto we will stop at Viana do Castelo to visit the city center and taste the famous "Bolas de Berlim" in the city center. Highlights: • Full-day Minho tour from Porto with an expert guide • Visit to the city of Braga with tasting of local sweets • Visit to Bom Jesus Sanctuary • Visit to Ponte de Lima • Regional lunch in Arcos de Valdevez • Guided visit to the Brejoeira Palace, a Vinho Verde landmark for wine-tasting • Visit to Viana do Castelo
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Visit to Viana do Castelo and Santa Luzia Sanctuary
- Visit to Braga city center
- Photo & Video
- Visit to Bom Jesus Sanctuary
- Tasting of local sweets in Braga
- Regional Lunch in the medieval village of Ponte de Lima
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Braga
From your hotel in Porto, you’re picked up in the morning for the drive to Braga. We will stop at the city of Braga to visit the city center. The Braga Diocese is the oldest in Portugal and, in the Middle Ages, the city even competed with Santiago de Compostela in power and importance. You will have the opportunity to taste some delicious sweets at a well known cake-shop.
90 minutes here
Bom Jesus Funicular
After Braga city center we will proceed to visit Bom Jesus Sanctuary, an Italian inspired neo-classical design, integrates harmoniously with the landscape of northern Portugal. The baroque stairway leading to the top contains 17 landings adorned with symbolic fountains and allegoric statues.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Ponte de Lima
We will stop for lunch at the medieval village of Ponte de Lima and walk the Roman bridge that gave its name to this very ancient and very beautiful village, which received its first charter in 1125 from D. Teresa, the mother of the first king of Portugal a number of years before the foundation of the kingdom.
60 minutes here
Arcos de Valdevez
The lunch includes the traditional Minho gastronomy and the taste of a unique wine, Vinho Verde White & Tinto.
90 minutes here
Palacio da Brejoeira
The tour continues driving north to the Brejoeira Palace. Ex-libris of the Alto-Minho region, this is an outstanding neo-classical building of the 19th Century. You will learn from a certified guide the story of the palace and at the end enjoy walking and taking pictures in the gardens. The visit will end with the tasting of its famous white wine, Vinho Verde Alvarinho.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Viana do Castelo
We will return to Porto stopping at Viana do Castelo to visit the city center. Situated close to the mouth of the river Lima the city was founded in the thirteenth century by D. Afonso III, the king of Portugal. Your Minho full-day tour ends with return transport to your Porto hotel.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Porto
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Minho tour - extra
Pickup included
Minho Tour small group, Braga, Ponte de Lima, Viana, Vinho Verde Winery & Lunch
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- North-On-Wheels
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Children ages 3 years and under are free, but their seats are subject to availability
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 19 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Physical effort
2 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Traveler reviews
19 verified traveler reviews for Minho Tour small group, Braga, Ponte de Lima, Viana, Vinho Verde Winery & Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fantastic
It was a full day tour . Excellent value for money .Pedro is such a nice man , nothing was too much trouble . Impressive air conditioned van with our own seats . Don’t hesitate to book , wonderful opportunity to visit surrounding areas .
via Tripadvisor
This tour is a wonderful introduction to northern Portugal and not to be missed!
This was the first of three tours we were to take with Pedro. Picked up outside our apartment we drove out of Porto into the Minho region, with its lush green countryside, in NE Portugal, and the city of Braga was our first stop. It is the 3rd largest city in Portugal, settled by the Romans in1BC, and has the first cathedral erected in Portugal, before the country was founded. These credentials alone, make a return visit necessary, because there is so much history around you to see and absorb, but our host was more intent on introducing us to the local bakery and to sample the cakes and sweets and to enjoy a coffee; culturally more relevant than taking photos! The itinerary is an impressive one - the spectacular baroque staircase with 17 landings at the Bom Jesus Funicular and Sanctuary and the Roman bridge at Ponte de Lima, to list just two, but it is the lunch with unlimited vinho verde in a small corner of the latter town, which Pedro had ‘discovered,’ that provided the most authentic experience…with no tourists in sight! This tour is a wonderful introduction to northern Portugal by one of their best ambassadors! Susan & Graeme (Australia) 5*
via Viator
Peidro was a fantastic...
Peidro was a fantastic guide and we loved the small group experience. We packed a lot into a 12 hour day
via Viator
Exceptional tour experience with Pedro....
Pedro went above-and-beyond to ensure that our adventure was extraordinary. Best sights-to-see, best cuisine and best historical narrative. Highly recommend. We also enjoyed the Duoro Valley tour with Pedro. Thank you Pedro for the amazing memories!
via Tripadvisor
Lovely and informative
Pedro is an amazing tour guide and was a great story teller. My husband and I learned so much and are muito appreciative of his time and patience with two Americans traveling in Portugal. ;)
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Fri
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Minho Tour small group, Braga, Ponte de Lima, Viana, Vinho Verde Winery & Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Porto.
How much does Minho Tour small group, Braga, Ponte de Lima, Viana, Vinho Verde Winery & Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $189 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Porto usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Minho Tour small group, Braga, Ponte de Lima, Viana, Vinho Verde Winery & Lunch take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Porto is not rushed.
Is Minho Tour small group, Braga, Ponte de Lima, Viana, Vinho Verde Winery & Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 19 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Porto, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Minho Tour small group, Braga, Ponte de Lima, Viana, Vinho Verde Winery & Lunch?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Minho Tour small group, Braga, Ponte de Lima, Viana, Vinho Verde Winery & Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Minho Tour small group, Braga, Ponte de Lima, Viana, Vinho Verde Winery & Lunch?
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Around 7 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Porto can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Porto and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Minho Tour small group, Braga, Ponte de Lima, Viana, Vinho Verde Winery & Lunch start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Porto within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Porto?
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On Outty we rank every Porto experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center, Porto's #1 Walking Tour, Small Group Geres National Park Full Day with picnic from Porto. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Porto?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Porto?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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