Discover Porto, Braga & Santiago de Compostela
Travel with us to experience and uncover an authentic slice of Portuguese life and one of Spain’s most famous pilgrimage sites on our 7-night holiday to Porto, Braga and Santiago de Compostela. We’ll have the chance to explore the buzzing streets of Porto and enjoy an authentic wine tasting in one of the city’s port cellars followed by a relaxing boat trip along the beautiful Douro River. Discover the historic towns of Braga, the oldest Christian city in Portugal and home to The Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte; and Guimaraes, the birthplace of the first King of Portugal. Finally, we’ll travel northwards across the Spanish border to Santiago de Compostela and enjoy a guided tour of the city’s historic centre including a visit to the Cathedral of Santiago, the final stop on the famous pilgrimage of the Camino de Santiago.
What’s Included:
- Booking advice from your Travel Escapes travel advisor
- Return direct flights from Dublin to Porto
- 10kg checked-in bag per person
- 5 nights 4* hotel in Porto
- 2 nights in the UNESCO World Heritage City of Santiago de Compostela.
- Bed & Breakfast
- Experience the highlights of Porto including a city tour, wine tasting & a boat trip on the Douro river.
- Learn the history of Portugal on a day trip to Braga & Guimaraes, the birthplace of Portugal’s first king.
- Enjoy a half day tour of Santiago de Compostela including the stunning Cathedral of Santiago.
- Services of our tour leader
- Services of local tour guide
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Prices
| Dates | pps | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 May 2026 | Twin | €1539 | Enquire Now |
| 17 Jun 2026 | Twin | €1669 | Enquire Now |
| 23 Sep 2026 | Twin | €1669€1559 | Enquire Now |
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Booking Remarks
A non-refundable / non-transferable deposit €300 ppPrices are per person based on two sharing.
Single Supplement from €230
Balance due 16 weeks before departure
Optional insurance available (terms & conditions apply)
Taxes, prices & itinerary subject to change
Booking terms & conditions apply
Travel Insurance is not included
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Good to Know
Although the itinerary is planned, some slight changes may occur due to circumstances outside of our control.All of our tours include some level of walking activity and may include ascending/descending steps. Guests should be in relatively good health and have adequate mobility.
Itinerary
Porto, Portugal
On arrival in Porto, we meet with our local guide before transferring to our hotel. We can enjoy the rest of the evening to settle in and get to know our surroundings.
Porto, Portugal
Discover Porto on a full day guided tour
All dayToday we fall in love with the city of Porto on a full day guided excursion. After breakfast, we transfer by coach and start our walking tour of the historical centre. We’ll visit the St. Francisco Church, a superb example of Gothic architecture and famous for the altar piece the “Tree of Jesse” depicting generations from Jesse to Jesus Christ. Next, we take in the beauty of the Chamber of Commerce, Palacio da Bolsa, with its ornate Arabian Hall and much more! We then enjoy a stroll along the Ribeira Quarter before having free time for lunch (not included).
This afternoon we savour more with a tasting in one of the city’s Port cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia, after our relaxing boat trip along the beautiful Douro River.
Enjoy an evening at leisure, to further explore and perhaps check out the local restaurants.
Porto, Portugal
Uncover More of Porto at Leisure
Full DayToday we are free to experience Porto in our own time; take a ride on the Funicular dos Guindais to the upper part of the city, visit Porto Cathedral, or some of the many museums. Book lovers might enjoy delving into the Livraria Lello. With its ornate and totally unique architecture, this is the book shop that inspired Harry Potter’s library in Hogwarts. Due to its popularity, be prepared for a little waiting time to enter.
Porto, Portugal
Experience Guimaraes and Braga on a full day excursion
Full DayThis morning we depart by coach to discover the historically important city of Guimaraes, widely believed to be the birthplace of Portugal and of Afonso Henriques, its first king.
We take in its beautiful, well preserved medieval historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, then enjoy some free time to explore and have lunch (not included).
We then make our way to Braga, known as the oldest Christian city in Portugal, where we visit the historic centre and The Sanctuary of Bom Jesus. Here there’s a great photo opportunity, in front of the zigzag stairway.
We strongly recommend sturdy, closed-in shoes for walking through historic city centres on this tour.
After our day of discovery, we return to our hotel in Porto where we can relax and unwind for the evening.
Porto, Portugal
Discover Porto – at Leisure
Full DayWe have a full free day to explore our surroundings at our own pace.
Today is a perfect time to try some of the local cuisine and fine Port wine that the region is famous for. Visit some of the baroque churches and Beaux-Arts buildings which are a major attraction in the historic neighbourhoods of Porto.
Our expert local guide will be pleased to offer suggestions for sightseeing, shopping, and entertainment options.
Santiago de Compostela, Spain
Transfer by coach to Santiago de Compostela
MorningThis morning we say farewell to Porto and depart by coach to Spain where we will spend two nights in Santiago de Compostela, enjoying the scenery along the way and a few comfort stops.
Relax More in Santiago de Compostela
AfternoonOn arrival, we will have time at leisure to become familiar with our new surroundings.
Tonight, we gather with our fellow holidaymakers for dinner at our hotel (included).
Santiago de Compostela, Spain
Discover Santiago on a guided tour
Full DayLet’s uncover Santiago on a full day tour. We set off in the morning with our expert guide into the city centre, to enjoy some time for shopping and sightseeing; or if possible, to attend the Pilgrim’s Mass.
After lunch (not included), we discover the city centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, on a guided tour including a visit to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, the final destination of many a pilgrimage!
The rest of our evening is free to wander through Santiago’s atmospheric streets and perhaps enjoy a drink or some Galician Tapas at a pavement café. Our guide will be happy to make recommendations for sightseeing, shopping, and refreshments.
Santiago de Compostela, Spain
Return Home
Depart Santiago for Portugal
Transfer from Santiago by coach to Porto Airport
Today, we bid a fond farewell to Santiago and our Northern Portugal holiday, as we transfer by coach to Porto for our homeward flight.
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