Private tour in Porto Paulo Alexandre L

Tour to BRAGA ( santuary of Bom Jesus ) & GUIMARÃES The birthplace of Portugal ( full day ) €290.

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Hi! My name is Paulo and I was born and raised in OPORTO/MIAMI and DOURO VALLEY. AWARDED the INTERNACIONAL SOMMELIER CERTIFICATE Foundation Level. (Theory, Blind tasting Practical Service ) from the UNITED STATES SOMMELIER Association at Wine School at Johnson &Wales University AND accredited by the Court Of MASTER SOMMELIER and Gastronomy. After successfully completing two-years at the professional Hotel Beverage School, I Graduated in 1988. I started my career in the Hospitality Industry on the MADEIRA Island, then I moved to MIAMI to work on cruise ships as Sommelier. I went ahead with my career and became HEAD SOMMELIER , responsible for the development of wine lists and delivery of Wine service. Meanwhile, I GRADUATED from the WINE SCHOOL at Johnson & Wales University in Miami and AWARDED FROM the INTERNACIONAL Sommelier CERTIFICATE Foundation Level, by the United States SOMMELIER Association. I kept working on cruise ships until I decided to move to LONDON to 3 Michelin Restaurant for a while and then to go back to Portugal. Here, I started using my knowledge and experience to show my country and its culture to the travellers and I became a private tour guide. I HAVE DEPTH KNOWLEDGE of my country, I a warm personality and a great sense of HUMOUR . I really enjoy showing people the charm of Oporto REGION /DOURO VALLEY and the surrounding AREAS. It's great to see and share people's joy and amazement when they discover all this beauty. Therefore, I would like to invite you to visit and enjoy these magnificent places. IT WILL BE A PLEASURE to be your PRIVATE GUIDE ! YEARS of Experience as a Private Guide. AWARDED the INTERNACIONAL SOMMELIER CERTIFICATE Foundation Level AND accredited by the COURT Of MASTER SOMMELIER and Gastronomy. (Theory, Blind tasting Practical Service) from the United States Sommelier Association at Wine School at Johnson & Wales University . - CERTIFICATE Bar / Wine and Restaurant School Hospitality and Tourism of the Porto. - CERTIFICATE from Brow-Forman Beverages Worldwide Wine Group.- -EXCELLENT knowledge of the History and Heritage of the Regions of Portugal. - I have a Tour Company Licensed under the nº 1569/2017 the Official Tourism Office of Portugal , For Guide & Driving Tours with mandatory insurances . I have NO Restrictions and I already have the Covid Vaccination Certificate with the doses of BioNTech, Pfizer...

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Overview of your Porto tour

We leave the city of Porto in the morning toward to the city of Braga, once the city of Romans and later "city of archbishops ". Braga is one of the main religious centres of Portugal where you can see the strong predominance of the Baroque. We will discover its main places of worship, particularly the famous Sanctuary of Bom Jesus and Sameiro with its historic centre and green landscapes. This city has earned the title of "Portuguese Rome "! I will show you the Cathedral, a Gothic/Renaissance structure founded in 1070 including one of the three Gothic chapels, Capela dos Reis. Then, we will visit Guimarães, considered the birthplace of Portugal. The place has a magnificent historic centre classified World Heritage by UNESCO (2001) and we will discover the corners of the European capital city of the 2012 Culture!

Your Porto tour itinerary

-We leave the City of Porto in the morning toward to the city of Braga. - In Braga, we will discover places of worship, particularly the famous Sanctuary of Bom Jesus and Sameiro.   We will visit the historic centre, the green landscapes and the Cathedral. - Lunch break and then departure from Braga towards Guimarães - Visit on foot to the historical centre of Guimarães Castelo, Igreja de S. Miguel Paço dos Duques de Bragança, Estátua de D. Afonso Henrique Largo Martins Sarmento, Rua de Santa Maria, Praça de Santiago, Praça da Oliveira, - Back to Porto

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

TRANSPORTATION ... RENAULT GRAND SCÉNIC 1.5 ( 4 Pass+Driver/Guide ) With all the Modern Comfort + AC and Wifi included.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Services: Bottled water
Other: - Free Wi-Fi.- All insurance required by the Tourism of Portugal.- Bottled water
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Lunch
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: Personal expenses. Dinner
Tastings
Private Transportation With Driver
Meeting location

Avenida Dom Afonso Henriques, Porto, Porto, 4000-069, Portugal

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Tour categories
Religious Sites
City Highlights
Layover
History
Day Trip
Tour reference number
389375
Languages
Spanish
Portuguese
French
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
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This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to explore the rich religious and historical heritage of Portugal. It's ideal for those interested in visiting significant sites like the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus, Sameiro, and the historic centre of Guimarães. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly, and for those who prefer a light activity level. Additionally, cruise ship passengers can enjoy this as a shore excursion.

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Hours icon 6 hours 30 minutes
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