Top Braga Full-day Tours

Get an introduction to the Peneda-Geres National Park, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, and Braga, one of the most traditional cities, during this day trip from Porto. Skip the hassle of renting a car and travel to the park with pickup and drop-off at select Porto, Vila Nova de Gaia and Matosinhos hotels. Your tour includes a traditional Portuguese lunch and wine tasting, and the small group size ensures personalized attention and an intimate atmosphere.

Delve into the belly of ancient Braga on this half-day guided city walking tour. This tour shows you the broad strokes of Portugal’s oldest city and its ancient Christian roots. With more than two millennia of history you will gain insight into the fascinating culture and heritage that makes this city unique. By the end of the tour, you will understand how history and religion sculpted Braga’s past and present.

Explore the best of Portugal’s Minho region during this full-day tour. Discover the port city of Viana do Castelo and its beautiful hilltop sanctuary of Santa Luzia. Then head to Portugal’s oldest village, Ponte de Lima, to learn about the country’s ancient history as well as its popular “green wine” culture. Sit down to a delicious Portuguese lunch and visit a local winery before heading back to Porto.

Come and share with us a day of authentic experiences full of history and tradition, strolling through the black capes that students have worn for about 500 years, at the most ancient University of Portugal (16th century) and its incomparable Joanina Library, one of the most beautiful libraries in the world.

We’ll drive up and down the hills of Gerês and show you what few people ever get to enjoy. A Keen Tours day trip to Gerês offers a complete experience unfolding the History, Culture and Nature on the Peneda-Gerês National Park. Explore the mountains in a small group setting, hiking through centuries old paths that cut through luxuriant woods and reaching the best viewpoints for fantastic views. Experience a forest included in the European Network of Biogenetic Reserves and a bit of the 318 km (198 miles) of the geira – the roman highway Via XVIII from Braga (former Bracara Augusta) to Astorga (Asturica Augusta), in Spain. Depending on the weather, bathe in the fresh, clear waters of the mountain waterfalls or soak in the hot springs used since (at least) the romans, admire the newborn baby horses in the woods or enjoy the magnificent colour palette of the leaves falling – whatever the season, the tour is bound to amaze you.

Take a tour of Portugal’s Alentejo region during this full-day excursion. Stop at the Almendres Cromlech to see the pre-historic human presence in the area before making your way to Evora. Learn about the history of the city and see landmarks such as the ancient Roman Temple, the cathedral and bones chapel, and the historic city center. Then visit the medieval city of Monsaraz on your way back to Lisbon.

Explore the Alto Minho region on this comprehensive tour from Braga. With a guide in the lead, you'll follow a carefully curated itinerary that is all arranged for you; just simply sit back and enjoy the ride and the scenery. Highlights include the village of Arcos de Valdevez, the town of Ponte de Lima, an the city of Viana do Castelo. Midday, stop for a traditional Portuguese lunch that enables you to learn about and taste Portuguese cuisine.

Discover Saint James of Compostela: feel like a true pilgrim! Witness a unique experience of faith in this World Heritage Site. Finish the day at the fortress of Valença, with the taste of Vinho Verde. All of this and much more, without haste, at your own pace, accompanied by an experienced and friendly certified guide.

Travel back in time visiting the Medieval towns of Valencia and Santiago Compostela, let yourself fall in love with the natural beauty of the city of Vigo. The majestic Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela is visited by millions of people around the world all year round, its architecture and history will make it worth every second of that trip.

A ten hours tour that will take you to the Essence of Jewish Sephardic culture! Visit the medieval Synagogues, the old Jewish quarters, discover the physical marks left in the architecture and the Sephardic legacy that overhang local culture until our days. Get to know the astonishing villages, where the true History of Portuguese and Spanish Jews is kept! Holders of a unique culture, Portuguese and Spanish Jews formed one of the most important Communities in both countries. With an Iberian essence, they were determinant for the creation and growth of both countries powerful Empires. We will take you through villages of unique beauty, where for a long time reigned the harmony of the promised Sepharad. We will also take you through History and walk on the same paths in which thousands of people, who had their lives destroyed by intolerance and violence, walked for survival. Discover crypto-Judaism, the best kept Portuguese secret guarded for five centuries.

We set off towards Amarante and its traditional streets where we breathe in History and Heritage.  The trip continues onto Régua, with a quick stop at an observation point in Mesão Frio. It was from Peso da Régua that, in past centuries, the typical Rabelo boats transported the barrels of wine to Vila Nova de Gaia. And this story can be witnessed in the Douro House, with its stained glass where you can see portrayed the history of the Douro Demarcated Wine Region. The Railway Station, where the first train arrived in 1879, is a must-visit. We leave for Pinhão and, once there, we suggest a walk along the river bank, a quick visit to the train station, with its typical tiles, and then on to an estate and Port wine tasting in 'Quinta do Tedo'.

Make the most of your vacation time in northern Portugal, and book a day trip with a private guide to visit Braga and Guimarães. Perfect for a group of family or friends, the day trip includes private transport to shuttle you around the towns, leaving you with more time to focus on Braga’s history and Guimarães UNESCO-listed historic center. Note that entrance fees are paid at your own expense.

In this Tour we will visit 6 to 8 lagoons and waterfalls of Serra do Soajo - Peneda-Gerês National Park. However, the visit is not limited to just that, we will have the opportunity to visit the historic center of Soajo, as well as the first Portuguese waterworks.

The Vinho Verde is Portugal’s largest wine region, stretching through the fertile coastal lands and lush mountains north of Porto. On this tour, enjoy a guided tour of the prestigious Quinta de Santa Cristina estate and tuck into a delicious picnic lunch with wine overlooking the vineyards. Then, choose from a variety of outdoor activities including a Segway or Alpine Coaster ride in the Pena Adventure Park, or kayaking on the Tamega River.

On this visit, our proposal involves understanding the limits and surrounding areas of Iron Age settlements, observing the most important artefacts and parts of the excavations, but also walking through the rural/natural areas that still preserve a unique genesis based on the legacy of cereal cultivation and storage. The discovery of wonderful landscapes and true natural treasures, the mills and huge slopes dedicated to the transformation of cereals, are truly the key components of this visit that will make you realize that the changes in the landscape, customs, and daily life of these populations didn't change that much, even after more than two thousand years of history. In some places time passes slowly, leaving the roots uncovered. The authentic Portugal!

Get more out of your time in Braga by taking a day trip to the incredible city of Porto. You’ll save hours researching the best things to see and do, by having an itinerary organized for you. Travel with a guide, so you don’t have to worry about navigating, and enjoy seeing many city center attractions in a day including Ribeira, Church of São Francisco, and Virtudes Garden. A wine tasting in a Port wine cellar is also included. 

Explore some of northern Portugal’s key cities on this full-day private tour. First, stop at the historic city of Braga with over 2,000 years of history and a lot of ancient Roman influence. Then head to Guimarães to explore its medieval city center, Guimarães Castle, and the Dukes Palace. Learn about the rich history of the UNESCO-listed cities from your informative guide and admire their beautiful architecture.

Discover the natural paradise of Paiva Walkways & Arouca Geopark. You won’t have to worry about booking transport as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. Paiva Walkways are located on the left bank of the Paiva River, in Arouca, providing a walk surrounded by unique beauty of landscapes, in an authentic natural sanctuary along the brave waters downhills, quartz crystals and endangered species in Europe. Refresh yourself in the clear waters of the river beaches. After lunch, meet the Arouca Geopark, recognized by UNESCO as a Geological Heritage of Humanity. A journey that will remain in the heart, soul and mind of any nature lover. - Hotel pickup and drop-off included - Professional Driver - Typical Lunch option - A must-do for nature and adventure lovers

Get acquainted with the spectacular sights of Lisbon on a private full-day tour of the Portuguese capital. With a personal guide, visit hidden treasures and famous landmarks while learning about Lisbon’s ancient history. Marvel at São Jorge Castle; admire the myriad of cultures present in the Alfama neighborhood; and gaze at Belém Tower (Torre de Belém) before sampling an exquisite ‘pastel de belem’ (custard tart). On this private tour, receive undivided attention from your guide. Please note that lunch and entry fees are at your own expense.

We’ll drive up and down the hills of Gerês and show you what few people ever get to enjoy. A Keen Tours day trip to Gerês offers a complete experience unfolding the History, Culture and Nature on the Peneda-Gerês National Park. Explore the mountains in a small group setting, hiking through centuries old paths that cut through luxuriant woods and reaching the best viewpoints for fantastic views. Experience a forest included in the European Network of Biogenetic Reserves and a bit of the 318 km (198 miles) of the geira – the roman highway Via XVIII from Braga (former Bracara Augusta) to Astorga (Asturica Augusta), in Spain. Depending on the weather, bathe in the fresh, clear waters of the mountain waterfalls or soak in the hot springs used since (at least) the romans, admire the newborn baby horses in the woods or enjoy the magnificent colour palette of the leaves falling – whatever the season, the tour is bound to amaze you.

More than a trip about remarkable monuments and places, "Braga - A Timeless Treasure" is a tour across the history and stories of the city, it is about artisans responsible for the traditions of the whole region...and you will visit them! This tour is meant to appeal to all 5 of the senses!

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

Discover the magic city of Santiago de Compostela on this complete guided city tour. You won’t have to worry about booking transport as hotel pickup and drop-off included. See most of the city highlights in a day, such as the Romanesque Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela and taste typical food. Walkthrough the enchanting streets, admire the beautiful squares and be amazed by this old town. - Hotel pickup and drop-off included - Visit Santiago de Compostela with a guide so you don't get lost - Delicious typical food tasting, lunch, dessert & coffee included - Includes ticket to the Cathedral and its museum - Ideal overview of the city for first-time visitors