Top Braga Dining Experiences

Discover the wines of the region of green wines, in a tasting commented by your guide. Learn about the culture of the green wine region, the unique characteristics that make this region so special and why these wines are so unique. Participate in this wine tasting while enjoying the region’s most important varieties and experience regional specialities such as cheeses and the region’s famous fillings. See how to roast a chorus in the traditional method and taste these wonderful specialties.

Indulge in the best of Portuguese food and wine during this tour of Vinho Verde from Porto. Just 45 minutes outside of the city, escape to the countryside at Quinta de Santa Cristina, a renowned local estate and winery. Wander the grounds on your own or enjoy a guided tour; both options allow you to experience the estate’s beautiful orchards, vineyard, and forest. At lunch you’ll be treated to a hearty picnic in the vineyard, full of regional fare and local wine.

Savor real Vinho Verde wines at the source on this tour of the Quinta de Santa Cristina winery with a tasting. Take a walk around the vineyards, learn about the winemaking traditions of the region, and experience the process up close. Sit down to a wine tasting paired with local appetizers and visit the store to buy a bottle or two of your favourites.

Get to know more about one of Portugal’s most beloved wine regions—and enjoy a tutored tasting and behind-the-scenes tour—on this small-group wine excursion. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, make your own way to the winery (located in the Basto sub-region of Vinho Verde), and get ready to explore. You’ll visit the vineyards, and learn all about the winemaking process, before tasting five different wines alongside local snacks.

When one experiences and gets a sense of a region, it awakens a series of emotions and experiences capable of transporting us back in time to the origin of its history. The journey that I present will bring you in contact with our know-how and traditional flavors, and meeting with our artisans will open up the gateway to a tour full of sensations and authenticity. Surrender to our Traditions!

On a private tour, discover Melgaço and the Alvarinho Route in northern Portugal, combining wine, gastronomy, nature, and culture. Known as the capital of Alvarinho wine, Melgaço offers a unique experience. Visit one or two family-owned wineries and enjoy guided tastings, learning about this fresh and aromatic grape variety. Also, savor typical products like smoked meats, mountain cheeses, and regional sweets, always paired with Alvarinho wine. The tour features a leisurely 6 km walk along the Minho River, offering stunning views of nature and the border with Spain. Finish with relaxation at the Melgaço Thermal Spa, a serene setting perfect for recharging. Ideal for wine lovers, culture enthusiasts, and nature fans, this unforgettable experience blends tradition, landscapes, and flavors in one visit.

Participate in the very first step of building an entire vineyard! Experience planting your own grapevine and leave your message next to it. Then, learn about the different grape vaieties planted in the estate and discover all the production steps of Quinta de Santa Cristina Vinho Verde wines. Last but not least, taste 3 different wines produced by the estate paired with a regional snack. A great opportunity to meet and enjoy the Vinho Verde region!