516 Arouca Bridge, Paiva Walkways and Aveiro Tour

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Porto, Portugal

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10 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Escape the city in favor of nature and culture on a full-day trip from Porto. Cross the impressive 516 Arouca Suspension Bridge and walk along the 2.5-mile (4-km) wooden Paiva walkways. The day concludes in Aveiro, the charming “Venice of Portugal,” with time to explore its canals and architecture—all with convenient pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Porto.

Escape the city and reconnect with nature in Arouca
Explore the quaint canal city of Aveiro with its Art Nouveau architecture
Savor traditional sweets and a roasted veal lunch with wine
Free hotel pickup and drop-off included

What's Included

Local guide
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Typical Regional Lunch
Tasting of local Arouca sweets
Paiva Walkways tickets
516 Arouca Suspension Bridge tickets
Aveiro city visit

Personal Expenses
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Admission Fee - Optional Moliceiro Boat experience in Aveiro

€10.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We can pick up from any location in Porto city center! (hotels, hostels, Airbnb's, train stations, etc.)

Operating hours
.7:30 am

Itinerary

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 will be received at time of booking
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
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

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Tom_B

Rodrigo was an excellent guide and we loved this hidden gem that’s an hour outside Porto. Highly recommend if you like hikes, waterfalls and rivers. The local food was also excellent and the trip includes a short stop in the local town.

Reviews

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Very full day

SusanG_P, May 2026

Lots of activity and diverse activities , got to. See and do so much Teresa driver very informative Lunch fantastic Suspension bridge worth it but was extremely hot the day we went A lot of driving and windy roads

Fun day at Arouca with a...

Arjoon, May 2026

Fun day at Arouca with a small group. The trek is well Organized and not too strenuous. The food was great. Bea kept us engaged throughout out the day.

Best Arouca Bridge and Paiva Walkway Tour

Amy_L, May 2026

Pedro was an excellent guide on this amazing tour. We started the day with a stop at a delightful pastry shop in Arouca, then went to the bridge. The views are spectacular. The Paiva Walkway was wonderful with incredible views as well. We then enjoyed a wonderful lunch at a local restaurant in Arouca. After lunch we went to Aveiro where we had a boat ride on the canals. We highly recommend this tour and definitely recommend Pedro. He was incredibly knowledgeable and so friendly.

Very nice tour

RICHARD_D, May 2026

This is a very dynamic tour with fantastic views, great food, and a very passionate guide named Pedro.

Best tour to the suspension bridge!

Alex_P, Apr 2026

Our guide Daniel was amazing! He took us around all the spots and was very accommodating even with our 9 year old. Very knowledgeable and kind!

Great tour!

Debrah_B, Jun 2025

It was a very nice experience. We saw and learned about the sites. Our guide was knowledgeable and informative. We were very happy.

Incredible and breath-taking. Well worth the money.

Rowena_C, May 2025

It was incredible. The suspension bridge, the view, nature, gorgeous river, safe and clean pathway, and the lunch was delicious and filling. Our guide Guillerme was very nice and wonderful. I would recommend this excursion highly. Absolutely loved it!

A walk in the geopark

Pitojo_A, May 2025

We walked at end of May, the weather was sunny and we enjoy the wallk. The suspension bridge was an experience looking down below. Our guide, Daniel, was helpful and added colour to our knowledge of the geopark and the tradition of the surrounding community. Thank you for the experience

A Wonderful Day in Nature!

Patricia_V, Sep 2024

What a fun day! Our guide made it fantastic and was very knowledgeable of Portugal and the great outdoor! A very nice change from touring the city. We were able to see another side and enjoy the beautiful nature of Portugal. Our lunch was the best meal we have had so far in Portugal- a feast after our walk!

Do it!

Lynette_K, May 2024

Teresa was an amazing guide with so much energy and the best driver that took us safely everywhere. The lunch was also very welcomed after a long and hot walk!

Don't miss this adventure!!

Stephanie_J, May 2024

We had a wonderful tour guide Ana, who was very knowledgeable and fun. The suspension bridge was very unnerving at first but once we made it across, coming back was much easier! Amazing views, unforgettable experience. Highly recommend!!

A worthwhile guided visit to a famous nature area not far from Porto.

Mariken_V, Mar 2024

Good fun in an amazing natural area not too far from Porto, on the first sunny day after a spell of rain in the area. I'm a hiker and I have a car but it was easier, in this case, not to have to make all the arrangements myself and be guided by three enthusiastic and knowledgeable young men, Mouro, Tiago and Renato. The lunch afterward was superb, a big meal of local cuisine and we had a nice group so it was a lovely, sociable, energizing day.

Best break away from Porto

Johann_W, Jan 2024

Anton was great company. The walk is a good work out, the 516 m bridge pretty anmazing and the lunch was top class. Most of the team snoozed on the way back!

Highly recommended

Richard_A, Jan 2024

Efficient service collecting us from a nearby point. Comfortable and clean accommodation with knowledgeable tour guide. Plenty of time to experience the walkway and learn about the region. Wonderful company and treats along the way. Highly recommended

Fabulous Experience

Neal_B, Nov 2023

Our guide Rui Maia was fantastic and made the day so memorable. A fabulous experience at times it took your breath away.

A nice day trip

Qiaojie_X, Aug 2023

The bridge and the walkway are beautiful and enjoyable. Our guide Ana was very welcoming, knowledgeable, and considerable. I have a great time.

Beautiful scenery, an...

Kathie_B, Jun 2023

Beautiful scenery, an excellent guide in Carlos, not an easy hike but completely doable. Great lunch afterwards. Would recommend to anyone who likes to be out in nature. Weather was also good.

nice day out

lucas_v, Jun 2023

beautiful views, good food and drink, quantity participants ok, good guide, comfortable transportation,

Outdoors fun

MaryBeth_M, May 2023

Great everything Guide, fellow travelers, weather and experience Lunch was excellent- a big surprise on the quality Highly recommend

Great day out

Corinne_S, Mar 2023

Amazing views, lovely walk and a fabulous lunch. Not too challenging for me thanks to a very considerate and knowledgeable guide.

Recommendable Tour with a knowledgable guide

Anna_K, Jul 2022

The Paiva walkways were very beautiful and the guide Diogo was very knowledgeable about the region and its nature. The pick-up was handled very professionally and easy. The included lunch was really good. All in all, I would recommend this to anyone visiting Porto who would also like to enjoy its neigbouring nature.

Appreciating Nature

jennifer_w, Jul 2022

We had a wonderful time elevating up the mountain with the beautiful trees, waterfalls, animals and fresh air. Ana was our tour guide who was very informative, genuine and loving. She shared wonderful stories and took great care of us. Lunch was a huge highlight after walking in the heat for hours.

Easy pleasurable hike

David_Z, Jun 2022

Our guide was helpful and knowledgeable. Thoroughly dependable tour. We very much enjoyed the day. Lunch was very tasty and we liked the authentic Portuguese venue.

Bad description

Peter_R, May 2022

It‘s not clear, if the suspension bridge is part or upgrade or possible on the tour. In the description is nothing, but on the photos. I asked the question via viator, but no answer! But the tour itself was good. I didnt like the long blabla before getting on the bridge.

Perfect day trip

Pirjo_T, Apr 2022

Landscapes were beautiful and meal was excellent. The guide was knowledgeable. The group was suitably small. We enjoyed the trip a lot.

Had a great experience...

Ashpreet_N, Mar 2022

Had a great experience and Pedro was a great guide! The walk has great views and is definately worth it!

Fun filled day!

Marie_W, Feb 2022

We had a fantastic day from start to finish. Our tour guide was so friendly and really made our day. I would highly recommend this trip and would definitely do it again if/when we return. Thanks for everything!

Amazing experience

Mark_S, Oct 2021

Amazing walkways, beautiful scenery. Our driver and tour guide Georgio made for a great experience .

Beautiful landscape

Lisa_H, Aug 2021

This tour was a great alternative to other city tours. The landscape and walk are amazing. Our tour guide Diogo was patient and informative. Also you should do the suspension bridge. It is not as scary as you think but do note you have to walk across twice. We highly recommend this experience if you want to see a different side of Portugal. But be prepared — it can be long and hot! Dress cool and wear good shoes and a hat.

Detours paiva walkways.

NicoleA, Aug 2021

The experience was so amazing and wonderful and so as our tour guide, Rodrigo. He was so in to all the clients, always giving his best to help us to understand the history of the Paiva walkways. Highly recommended!