516 Arouca Bridge, Paiva Walkways and Aveiro Tour with Lunch
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.
What's Included
- Tasting of local Arouca sweets
- Paiva Walkways tickets
- 516 Arouca Suspension Bridge tickets
- Typical Regional Lunch
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Aveiro city visit
- Local guide
- Personal Expenses
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Optional Moliceiro Boat experience in Aveiro
Meeting and Pickup
We can pick up from any location in Porto city center! (hotels, hostels, Airbnb's, train stations, etc.)
What To Expect
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Arouca
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
516 Arouca - Ponte Suspensa
50 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Passadicos do Paiva
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Aveiro
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Arouca
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tasting of local Arouca sweets.
- Paiva Walkways tickets.
- 516 Arouca Suspension Bridge tickets.
- Typical Regional Lunch.
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off.
- Aveiro city visit.
- Local guide.
- Personal Expenses.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Gratuities.
- Optional Moliceiro Boat experience in Aveiro.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 516 Arouca Bridge, Paiva Walkways and Aveiro Tour with Lunch is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 516 Arouca Bridge, Paiva Walkways and Aveiro Tour with Lunch will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tasting of local Arouca sweets
- Paiva Walkways tickets
- 516 Arouca Suspension Bridge tickets
- Typical Regional Lunch
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Aveiro city visit
- Local guide
- Personal Expenses
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Optional Moliceiro Boat experience in Aveiro
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
