Santiago de Compostela & Valença do Minho Day Trip

An informative tour of a UNESCO World Heritage site and the Fortress of Valença

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Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 10 hours

This guided tour will give you the chance to discover the attractions of Santiago de Compostela. After arrival in Santiago de Compostela from Porto, you'll visit the city's well-known Cathedral. You'll get to know the area's history as an important pilgrimage site that's famous for its Camino de Santiago route. You'll snack on lunch before leaving Santiago de Compostela.

On the way back to Porto, you'll make another stop in Valença do Minho. Here you'll see the Fortress of Valença, the town's massive two-tower fortress with Vauban style double great walls.

Why visit

  • Chance to wander Santiago de Compostela, a UNESCO-listed site
  • Insights into the region's pilgrimage history and Camino de Santiago
  • A visit to Valença do Minho to see its famous double walled fortress

What's included

  • Guide services
  • Round-trip transportation
  • Lunch (if option selected)

What's not included

    What's not included
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off

    Restrictions

    • Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the activity starts.

    Languages spoken by guide

    English
    French
    Spanish
    Portuguese

    Additional information

    This tour can be conducted by a multilingual guide.

    Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

    You need to be 18 years or older to book or be accompanied by an adult.

    Operated by Living Tours

    Location

    Meeting point

    Rua Mouzinho da Silveira 352, Porto, 4050-418
    Meet your guide at Living Tours office, located next to São Bento. Please arrive ten minutes before the scheduled departure time. You'll be dropped-off at R. de Alexandre Herculano in Porto, near the meeting point.

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