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516 Arouca Bridge, Paiva Walkways and Aveiro Tour

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10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is P 8,724 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

This unique experience combines adventure, culture, and gastronomy in a single day.

From crossing the impressive 516 Arouca Suspension Bridge and walking through the stunning Paiva Walkways, to tasting traditional conventual sweets and enjoying an authentic regional lunch with local Vinho Verde wine, every moment is carefully selected to showcase the best of northern Portugal.

The journey is completed with a visit to Aveiro, the charming “Venice of Portugal,” offering a delightful contrast between wild nature and coastal elegance — all with the comfort of seamless transportation from Porto.

Activity location
  • Arouca
    • Arouca, Portugal
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Arouca
    • Arouca, Portugal

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AVE516
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 7:30
Price details
P 8,026.01 x 1 AdultP 8,026.01
Paid at activityP 697.91
Total
Price is P 8,723.92

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tasting of local Arouca sweets
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local guide
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    Paiva Walkways tickets
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    516 Arouca Suspension Bridge tickets
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    Typical Regional Lunch
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Aveiro city visit
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal Expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks, unless specified
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Optional Moliceiro Boat experience in Aveiro

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved (5Km)
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Climbing up and down many stairs is involved

Activity itinerary

Arouca
  • 20m
Your day starts with a comfortable drive from Porto to the Arouca region. Before the outdoor adventure begins, enjoy a stop in Arouca for a delicious tasting of traditional conventual sweets (doces conventuais) — a unique local pastry heritage created centuries ago in Portuguese monasteries.
516 Arouca - Ponte Suspensa
  • 50m
  • Admission ticket included
Get ready for a highlight of northern Portugal: the 516 Arouca Suspension Bridge, one of the world’s most impressive pedestrian bridges. Stretching 516 meters and hanging 175 meters above the Paiva River, it offers breathtaking views over dramatic cliffs, waterfalls, and pristine landscapes — perfect for photos and nature lovers.
Passadicos do Paiva
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
After the bridge crossing, continue with a guided walk along the Paiva Walkways, covering approximately 4 km of wooden pathways built along the river. This handpicked section delivers the best scenery of the Arouca UNESCO Global Geopark with an enjoyable, accessible route for most travelers.
Aveiro
  • 1h
In the afternoon, head to Aveiro, the “Venice of Portugal,” famous for its canals and Art Nouveau architecture. Enjoy some time in Aveiro admiring the local architecture or take the optional boat ride moliceiro (extra fee of 10 euros per person).
Arouca
  • 1h 30m
Midday, return to Arouca and recharge with a true regional meal: a traditional oven-roasted veal lunch (vitela assada no forno) paired with refreshing local Vinho Verde wine — a memorable taste of northern Portugal.

Location

Activity location
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    Arouca
    • Arouca, Portugal
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    Arouca
    • Arouca, Portugal

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