516 Arouca Bridge, Paiva Walkways and Aveiro Tour

516 Arouca Bridge, Paiva Walkways and Aveiro Tour

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Free cancellation available
10h
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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 transport from Porto.

Activity location

Arouca
- Arouca, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

Arouca
- Arouca, Portugal

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AVE516

10h
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 7:30 AM

Price details

NZ$225.97 x 1 AdultNZ$225.97

Paid at activityNZ$19.65

Total

Until Wed, 18 Mar

What's included, what's not

Tasting of local Arouca sweets
Local guide
Paiva Walkways tickets
516 Arouca Suspension Bridge tickets
Typical Regional Lunch
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Aveiro city visit
Personal Expenses
Food and drinks, unless specified
Service charge
Optional Moliceiro Boat experience in Aveiro

Know before you book

Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Public transport options are available nearby
Travellers 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 metres and hanging 175 metres 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 travellers.

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

Arouca
- Arouca, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

Arouca
- Arouca, Portugal

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