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Douro Historic and Monumental Private Tour
Sao Joao de Tarouca
About
Visit the cities of Tarouca and Lamego, whose history is intrinsically linked to the founding of Portugal. Travel in comfort and safety, aboard a high-quality VIP vehicle. Discover the history, culture and traditions by visiting churches, monasteries, monuments and squares. Visit the Church and Monastery of São João de Tarouca, Tower and Bridge of Ucanha, Church and Monastery of Santa Maria de Salzedas, Historic Center, Cathedral and Castle of Lamego, Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios. During this day, taste the famous local sparkling wine. Have lunch at a local restaurant, where you will taste wonderful traditional cuisine. At the end you will be transported back to your hotel.
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All Fees and Taxes
Bottled water
WiFi on board
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Start the day by visiting the Church of São João de Tarouca, built by the monks of the Cistercian Order, in the midst of the formation of the kingdom that would become Portugal.
1 hour
2
Ponte Fortificada de Ucanha
Stroll through Ucanha and appreciate the medieval architecture of the Bridge and Tower, which was the entrance to the monks' lands.
1 hour
3
Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Salzedas
Continue the historical visit along the Cistercian paths, heading to the village of Salzedas, which is home to the third largest church in the country, the Monastery of Santa Maria de Salzedas.
1 hour
4
Catedral de Lamego
Visit the Lamego Cathedral and its fabulous Gothic-medieval architecture.
2 hours
5
Castelo de Lamego
In the historic center you can visit Lamego Castle, strolling through the small medieval streets, going down to the famous Almacave church, where the Cortes of Lamego met.
2 hours
6
Santuario Nossa Senhora dos Remedios
End your visit to Lamego, at the city's landmark, the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios, appreciating the majestic Church and Staircase that portray the life of the Virgin Mary.
1 hour
Douro Historic and Monumental Private Tour
Sao Joao de Tarouca
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$225.50
Price varies by group size
About
Visit the cities of Tarouca and Lamego, whose history is intrinsically linked to the founding of Portugal. Travel in comfort and safety, aboard a high-quality VIP vehicle. Discover the history, culture and traditions by visiting churches, monasteries, monuments and squares. Visit the Church and Monastery of São João de Tarouca, Tower and Bridge of Ucanha, Church and Monastery of Santa Maria de Salzedas, Historic Center, Cathedral and Castle of Lamego, Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios. During this day, taste the famous local sparkling wine. Have lunch at a local restaurant, where you will taste wonderful traditional cuisine. At the end you will be transported back to your hotel.
