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    Treasures of the Nation: History and Architecture

    Treasures of the Nation: History and Architecture
    Starts from

    Porto

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Activities

    52

    Duration

    6 days

    Length

    148 mi

    Guide details

    Starts from

    Porto

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Duration

    6 days

    Length

    148 mi

    • History and Culture
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    Alexey Lukin

    Alexey Lukin

    Traveller

    • Admire the ruins of city walls, churches and monasteries.
    • Visit the Porto University's atmospheric building and the famous Lello bookstore.
    • Have fun at the sailing club.
    • Walk through the gardens and narrow streets of historic centers.
    • Enjoy national and world cuisine at the best cafés and restaurants.
    Relax and learn more about the various historical sites of Porto, Lisbon and the small historical castles, monasteries and towns that lie between them. An unforgettable journey into Portugal's refined architectural past, which shapes its heritage and wealth, awaits you. You will meet face to face with history, see the ruins of the city walls as a reminder of the belligerent past of the country, churches and monasteries as a testimony of the endless faith and strength of the spirit of the people. A journey through the monuments that have shaped the culture of the country is harmoniously combined with entertainment and gastronomic experience.

    Categories

    • History and Culture
    Relax and learn more about the various historical sites of Porto, Lisbon and the small historical castles, monasteries and towns that lie between them. An unforgettable journey into Portugal's refined architectural past, which shapes its heritage and wealth, awaits you. You will meet face to face with history, see the ruins of the city walls as a reminder of the belligerent past of the country, churches and monasteries as a testimony of the endless faith and strength of the spirit of the people. A journey through the monuments that have shaped the culture of the country is harmoniously combined with entertainment and gastronomic experience.
    Alexey Lukin

    Alexey Lukin

    Traveller

    • Admire the ruins of city walls, churches and monasteries.
    • Visit the Porto University's atmospheric building and the famous Lello bookstore.
    • Have fun at the sailing club.
    • Walk through the gardens and narrow streets of historic centers.
    • Enjoy national and world cuisine at the best cafés and restaurants.

    Travel itinerary

    The Historic City of Porto
    7 Activities

    Day 1

    5 mi1 mi

    The Historic City of Porto

    Porto is one of the oldest cities in Europe, it is also the former capital of the country and the birthplace of Port wine. It is a lively industrial center with a fascinating history, which received World Heritage Site status from UNESCO in 1996. Unlike other major Portuguese cities, the center of Porto is not exactly baroque, but instead granite and monumental. When you arrive in Porto, begin your journey by exploring the city itself and a few of the main sights, and enjoy local cuisine at Porto's best restaurants.
    Cultural enrichment and fine restaurants in Porto
    10 Activities

    Day 2

    6 mi4 mi

    Cultural enrichment and fine restaurants in Porto

    The people of Porto are called "tripeiros," which means "tripe eaters. The soup of it has always been and is a popular dish in the city. Be sure to try this specialty in one of the local restaurants. And architecturally, the city is very diverse: there are medieval monuments and modern buildings to be seen.
    From Porto to Guimaraes
    10 Activities

    Day 3

    44 mi3 mi

    From Porto to Guimaraes

    Today you will have the opportunity to visit one of the most picturesque botanical gardens of the city, then you will visit two fascinating museums, and at the end of the evening you will move to the next equally interesting city - Guimaraes!
    Unique Guimarães and its majestic fortresses
    12 Activities

    Day 4

    11 mi3 mi

    Unique Guimarães and its majestic fortresses

    Guimarães is the "cradle" of Portugal, because Afonso Henriques, who later became the first king of Portugal, was born here. The historical center of Guimarães is where the identity of Portugal was formed. It is located inside the fortress walls. It is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The restoration work here reaches a high level - they were able to preserve the authenticity and uniqueness of the historical sites.
    Viana do Castelo
    10 Activities

    Day 5

    62 mi2 mi

    Viana do Castelo

    Viana do Castelo is one of the most beautiful cities of Northern Portugal. Its participation in Portugal's maritime discoveries and later in the cod fishery vividly testifies to the city's traditional connection with the sea. Viana is rich in its palaces with heraldic coats of arms, churches and monasteries, fountains and water columns, representing a historical and architectural heritage to be seen.
    Return to Porto
    3 Activities

    Day 6

    9 mi

    Return to Porto

    This is the last day of your trip. You can stay longer in the hotel or go to a nearby shopping center where you can buy all the things you need and have a nice breakfast before you leave for Porto.
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