Aveiro & Arouca Day Trip
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 reservation, you can choose the option with hotel pickup. In this case, pickup is only included for hotels located in the area between Boavista and Antas, including Marquês and Ribeira.
More Information
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 until 18 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- Uses an electric vehicle.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Go Travel Everywhere Corporate name: Nuno Pedro Pinto Machado Unipessoal Lda. Registered Office: Rua de Chaimite 395 4, Rio Tinto, Portugal Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): PT505633345 Contact information Email: hello@gotraveleverywhere.com Phone: +351915194999 This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws.
If you have any other questions please contact us.