Amarante – Princess of Tâmega
85€
per personLocated on the banks of the Tâmega River, Amarante is a charming town. With the Serra do Marão dominating the landscape, a visit to the land that São Gonçalo has chosen to live on is a must. The convent of São Gonçalo is one of Amarante’s references. But its conventual sweets make the delights of those who visit it.
Located in the north of Portugal, less than an hour from Porto, Amarante is a place where nature, art, religion and gastronomy will enchant you. Amarante offers the romanticism of a tour in Tâmega in the Guigas (local boat). The church of São Gonçalo, patron saint of the city, is one of its most interesting monuments. In this church, as well as all over the city, it is possible to observe the marks of the French invasions that took place at the beginning of the 19th century.
“S. Gonçalo of Amarante
You perform so many miracles
That these sweets and pastries
Are another of your miracles”
What a better way to open your appetite for the famous conventual sweets? Come with us to Amarante!
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Lunch and visit to a farm with wine tasting are optional. From 85€ per person! Check Prices & Reservations!
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DepartureOporto
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Departure Time8:30h
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Return Time18:00h
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IncludePick up at the accommodationTicketsGuided private tourPersonal accident insurance
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Not IncludedDinnerLunchAccommodation (B&B)Airport shuttle
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Morning: Oporto - Amarante
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Departure from Porto after breakfast (8:30 am)
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We begin our visit to Amarante by the Church of São Gonçalo, which construction began in 1540, by order of king D. João III. Let´s cross the bridge, where during the 2nd French invasion, violent disputes were fought, to delight ourselves with the typical conventual sweets of the region, in one of the confectioneries that border the river Tâmega. Visit to Amadeu de Souza-Cardoso municipal museum.
Afternoon: Amarante - Oporto
- After lunch in one of the city's typical restaurants, we will walk through the streets of the historic center. Visit to a green wines farm to taste of some recognized quality green wines.
- Arrival in Porto is scheduled for 6 pm.
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Would you like to include a horse ride on your trip? A jet ski tour on the river? Enjoy a relaxing massage in contact with nature? And why not a romantic dinner? Or who knows how to learn to dance the Vira Minhoto (Turns of Minho, a traditional dance)?
- Tell us about your wishes and we'll help you to achieve them!
- Extra costs (optional)