Guimaraes Tour w/ Michelin Star Lunch & Vinho Verde Wine Tasting
Depart the pier or your choice location by private van to Guimaraes, known as the "Cradle of Portugal" and in 2012 - the 'European Capital of Culture'. Here, you will visit the Palace of the Dukes and see Renaissance pieces and Baroque furniture, porcelain, Flemish tapestries and Persian rugs. Nearby, witness the 10th century Guimaraes Castle.
Continue the tour to the charming town of Amarante and indulge in a Michelin Star Lunch prepared by Chef André Silva at Casa da Calcada, Relais & Chateaux, a 16th century palace of the Count de Redondo. After lunch visit the 16th century Monastery of São Goncalo, as well as the lovely Roman Bridge.
Your next stop will be to a world renowned 'vinho verde' vineyard and wine estate to learn more about this special grape and the production of the wine, finishing with a tasting of the sparkly nectar paired with some local cheese! There will be some free time to enjoy the beautiful gardens and specialties of the estate.
The tour concludes upon return to Porto.
Duration: 8 hours
Departure time:
9:00 am (or as per guests’ itinerary)
Pricing: “Starting From” price based on eight guests.
Price per Group:
1-2 people: 425€
3-6 people: 475€
7-8 people: 525€
Depart the pier or your choice location by private van to Guimaraes where you will visit the Palace of the Dukes and the 10th century Guimaraes Castle and Tower continuing to the historic centre to discover the unique churches, beautiful squares and winding streets.
Enjoy a Michelin Star Lunch at the beautiful Palace of Casa da Calcada and tour the charming tour of Amarante.
Finish with a 'vinho verde' wine tasting and visit at a famous awarded winery.
Your tour concludes upon your return to Porto.
Tour departs from your hotel or any location requested by guest in Porto.
Other departure points available upon request (and may be subject to additional fees).
At the port, hotel or other location as requested by guest.
Professional guiding services.
Private transportation in modern spacious air conditioned minivan.
All mandatory insurance required by the Tourism of Portugal Organization.
Freeway tolls.
Free Wi-Fi on board.
Bottled water.
Lunch (special set menu during the week 35€ p/person), weekends are a la carte and subject to quote).
Entrance fee to the castle and palace.
Wine tours and tasting.
Any personal expenses (souvenirs, snacks, etc).
Tour can be customized based on guests' requests.Tour subject to change based on weather, traffic conditions, holidays, etc. The order of sites visited may vary based on the guide’s discretion.
Wear comfortable walking shoes; terrain is uneven with cobblestone.
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Full payment upon booking (subject to availability).
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- More than 14 days prior to the tour: 80% refund.
- 14 to 7 days prior to the tour: 20% refund.
- Less than 7 days: No refund*.
*Note: If travelling on a cruise ship which does not dock for some reason, a full refund will be made.
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