About this experience
Welcome to Alto-Minho, the greenest region in Portugal! Discover the tradition and history of the most authentical Portugal, through flavours, colours, landscapes and the people of the region.
This is an All-Inclusive Private Tour, "private" meaning a van and tour-guide exclusively at your service, "all inclusive" meaning that it's conducted in your chosen language and with all the inclusions mentioned, from the moment of pick-up until your return to the hotel at the end of the day.
Please note that our experiences and activities are carried out with exclusive partners, but if you wish to upgrade the experiences of the day totally private and of exclusive privacy, please do not hesitate to contact us.
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Traditional pastry tasting
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- “Vinho Verde” wine tasting
- Premium regional lunch (drinks included)
- Ticket + guided visit of the "Vinho Verde" Interpretation Centre
- All Fees and Taxes
- Ticket + free visit of the Costume's Museum (Museu do Traje)
- Private transportation (tour-guide/driver or tour-guide + a driver)
Not included
- Personal expenses
Itinerary and highlights
Cross the Roman Bridge over the River Lima, like a true pilgrim from St. James.
We will discover, as a first stop, one of the oldest towns in Portugal, (royal charter of 1125), in a true journey through time.
We will walk through the typical alleys, the traditional shops, the medieval bridge and the panorama of the Lima river, so beautiful and mystical that it instigated the legend of the "Rio Lethes" in the Roman soldiers who passed through here.
After being introduced to the Historical Centre of Ponte de Lima, you will taste the famous "Vinho Verde", as old and authentic as this region.
On a guided visit to the "Vinho Verde" Interpretation and Promotion Centre, you will have the opportunity to learn more about the history and tradition of this exclusively Portuguese wine and finish with a great tasting of this refreshing wine.
After a meal equal to the people of this land - generous in quantity and tradition - it's time to digest it in the best possible way, while visiting the Sanctuary of Santa Luzia.
Built in the begginning of the 20th century, on top of Santa Luzia hill, this Sanctuary is based on a Romanesque-Byzantine basilica, whose imposing rose windows are the largest in the Iberian Peninsula and the second largest in Europe. There, we will contemplate what was considered by National Geographic Magazine as the 3rd most beautiful panorama in the world.
This is the scenario we saw from the top of the Santa Luzia viewpoint - the Historical Centre of this city, whose privileged location relating to land routes ("Caminhos de Santiago"), river and sea routes, made the walled-fortress construction crucial, in the 14th century.
It is impossible not to give in to the charms of the alleys of the Historical Centre, one of the most beautiful and well preserved in the country, either due to the beautiful armored façades or the precious tile panels, constituting an authentic compendium of the history and tradition of Portugal.
Once our strength is reinvigorated with traditional sweets, we will visit the National Costume's Museum, which gathers a collection of historical clothing and costume accessories from the 18th century to the present, in permanent exhibition but also with access to temporary exhibitions.
It is charming to discover the roots of the tradition of Viana do Castelo, in the context of the Alto-Minho region, as you visit this museum.
Meeting and pickup information
- Your guide will pick you up at your accommodation in Oporto, Braga or Guimarães. Porto Airport pickup available for tours in the same day of arrival (if time flight matches). Pick-up also available at Porto, Braga and Guimarães Main Train Stations (in Porto both S. Bento and Campanhã).
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Your Tours Portugal
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking (upon request)
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Reservation is mandatory and requires an email request/confirmation. Bookings must be confirmed at least 48 hours before the date of the service. Cancellations within 48 hours or less will be fully charged.
- We reserve the right to cancel the booking if the minimal number of participants is not met
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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