Morning: After breakfast, drive the scenic 30‑minute route to Pinhão. Wander the historic São Pedro de Balsemão train station with its azulejo tiles, then stroll the riverside to admire the Domus Nova vineyard terrace.
Afternoon: Continue along the Douro wine route to Peso da Régua (45 min). Visit the Douro Museum for a concise look at the valley’s heritage, then enjoy a short tasting at a family‑run quinta such as Quinta do Seixo, taking in panoramic views from the Miradouro de São Leonardo de Galafura.
Evening: Depart for Guimarães (≈1 h 45 min). Check into a local guesthouse, then wander the illuminated medieval streets, ending with dinner at a traditional tasca.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore the Guimarães Castle and the adjoining Palace of the Dukes of Braganza, then browse the bustling Mercado Municipal for regional cheeses and pastries.
Afternoon: Short drive (≈30 min) to Braga. Visit the grand Braga Cathedral, climb to the Bom Jesus do Monte sanctuary for sweeping city vistas, and stroll the historic Rua do Souto.
Evening: Return to Guimarães for a relaxed evening. Consider a guided night‑walk highlighting the city’s illuminated monuments before retiring.
Find HotelsMorning: Set out for the Peneda‑Gerês National Park (≈1 h 30 min). Stop in the stone village of Soajo to see its iconic granaries (espigueiros) and enjoy a short mountain trail.
Afternoon: Continue to the nearby village of Lindoso for more traditional granaries and a quick hike to a viewpoint over the Gerês valley. Sample locally produced honey and cheese at a family‑run shop.
Evening: Drive to Porto (≈1 h 30 min). Check into your hotel and meet your friends for a welcome dinner in the Ribeira district.
Find HotelsMorning: Join your friends for a stroll through the historic Mercado do Bolhão, then explore the nearby São Francisco Church with its gilded interior.
Afternoon: Walk along the Douro waterfront to the iconic Ribeira area, crossing the Dom Luís I Bridge. Take a guided tour of a traditional Port wine cellar in Vila Nova de Gaia, ending with a tasting.
Evening: Celebrate the wedding festivities with a farewell dinner at a classic restaurant such as Taberna dos Mercadores, enjoying live fado and regional specialties before a restful night in Porto.
Find HotelsTotal estimated cost: €690
If you prefer a slower pace, consider basing yourself in Guimarães for two nights and taking day trips to Braga and the Douro Valley, reducing the number of hotel changes. Conversely, you can extend your stay in Porto by an extra night to explore more museums such as the Soares dos Reis National Museum or take a short drive to the coastal town of Vila do Conde for its historic shipyard, all while keeping daily drives under two hours.