Aveiro & Arouca Day Trip from Porto - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Aveiro & Arouca Day Trip
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 117.72 USD
Rating: 9.8 (12 reviews)

A very enjoyable activity. We went with two teenagers, and they loved both Aveiro and the suspension bridge and wooden w...

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On this day trip to Aveiro and Arouca, we’ll combine the best of the Portuguese Venice with a visit to the famous 516 Arouca Bridge and the Paiva Walkways. Let’s go!

Details

Duration

9 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

Hotel pickup and drop–off (depending on the option selected)
Transport by minibus
English–speaking guide
Moliceiro boat ride in Aveiro
Admission to the Paiva Walkways
Admission to the 516 Arouca Bridge
Lunch

Not included

Drinks

When to book

You can book up to 18 hours in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Minimum age

Not permitted for anyone under 6 years

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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September 6, 2026
Anónimo
Spain
A very enjoyable activity. We went with two teenagers, and they loved both Aveiro and the suspension bridge and wooden walkways on the excursion. Our ...
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May 27, 2026
Maria Cruz Robles Hipola
Madrid, Spain
The excursion was fantastic. We really enjoyed Costa Nova and Aveiro. The Arouca suspension bridge was amazing, as were the wooden walkways along the ...
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October 12, 2026
Orlando Mendes
Portugal
Very good, I recommend it.
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September 28, 2026
Anónimo
Barcelona, Spain
Excellent activity; our guide Hugo was very attentive and helpful throughout the day. Very well organized.
With friends
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September 23, 2026
Ana Angélica Carvalho
Santos, Brunei
Wonderful! Beautiful place.
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September 5, 2026
Anónimo
Alcudia, Spain
The excursion to Aveiro and Aruca was very good, our guide Pedro was excellent.
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August 25, 2026
Maria Rosa March España
Castellón, Spain
Very well organized and the guide was great.
With friends
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August 21, 2026
David Cucarella Tobajas
Tudela, Spain
The excursion was perfect. A beautiful route. I also want to highlight our guide, Hugo, who was impeccable from the start, with a friendly and approac...
Traveling solo
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June 29, 2026
Clara
Madrid, Spain
We loved the excursion. A very full day in great company. We enjoyed it immensely. Paulo, our guide, was fantastic. Highly recommended. Thank you.
As a couple
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June 15, 2026
Edu
Barcelona, Spain
The activity was fantastic. Paulo was an exceptional guide, very helpful and with excellent information and communication skills. Highly recommended.
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On this day trip to Aveiro and Arouca, we’ll combine the best of the Portuguese Venice with a visit to the famous 516 Arouca Bridge and the Paiva Walkways. Let’s go!

Day Trip Details

At the indicated time, we’ll meet at Largo Actor Dias in Porto, where we’ll board a vehicle and head south on a 1-hour journey. During this first part of the route, we’ll admire an Atlantic landscape shaped by marshes, dunes, and fishing villages.

We’ll make our first 30-minute stop in Costa Nova. There, we’ll see its famous striped houses, a very distinctive architectural ensemble that once served as storage spaces and homes for fishermen.

Next, we’ll head to the historic center of Aveiro, known as the Venice of Portugal. We’ll reach the small pier where we’ll begin a 1-hour moliceiro boat ride. We’ll sail along the canals while admiring the city’s Modernist architecture and elegant urban layout.

After the cruise, we’ll return to the vehicle for a 1-hour journey to Arouca, traveling through a transitional landscape between the coast and the interior, where the terrain gradually becomes more mountainous.

Once there, we’ll enjoy a 1-hour-and-15-minute break for a traditional lunch, including 2 dishes featuring fish and meat prepared with seasonal products.

With renewed energy, we’ll prepare for adventure as we cross the famous 516 Arouca suspension bridge. During this 1-hour visit, we’ll enjoy breathtaking views from this structure suspended above the Paiva River Valley. The perfect photo opportunity!

Afterward, we’ll continue the excursion with a 1-hour walk along the Paiva Walkways. This route follows wooden platforms integrated into a hillside surrounded by gorges, rock formations, and almost untouched natural scenery.

Finally, we’ll begin the return journey to Porto, where we’ll say goodbye at the original meeting point after a total of 9 hours.

Hotel Pickup

When making your booking, you can choose the pickup option. In this case, pickup is only included for hotels located in the city of Porto.

Pickups from hotels in Vila Nova de Gaia, Matosinhos, Valongo and Gondomar are not included.

On this day trip to Aveiro and Arouca, we’ll combine the best of the Portuguese Venice with a visit to the famous 516 Arouca Bridge and the Paiva Walkways. Let’s go!

Day Trip Details

Once there, we’ll enjoy a 1-hour-and-15-minute break for a traditional lunch, including 2 dishes featuring fish and meat prepared with seasonal products.

Finally, we’ll begin the return journey to Porto, where we’ll say goodbye at the original meeting point after a total of 9 hours.

Hotel Pickup

When making your booking, you can choose the pickup option. In this case, pickup is only included for hotels located in the city of Porto.

Pickups from hotels in Vila Nova de Gaia, Matosinhos, Valongo and Gondomar are not included.

Aveiro & Arouca Day Trip