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Porto - Your expert guide will collect you from your hotel/accommodation or meeting point and will drive you to Aveiro and Costa Nova.
On your way to Aveiro, the guide will give you insights regarding the Portuguese history, development and cultural facts of portuguese heritage. -
Costa Nova - The first stop is Costa Nova do Prado beach, famous only by the name Costa Nova.
The most picturesque aspect of Costa Nova is its coast road along which a line of wooden huts is painted in brightly coloured stripes alternating with white. Built by fishermen as shelters and equipment stores, the huts have now been converted into rather characteristic holiday homes. - Ria de Aveiro - Cruise Aveiro’s dazzling canals on a classic Moliceiro (traditional boat) Relax and enjoy the landscape on this traditional boat, that once was used to collect seagrass in the lagoon.
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Aveiro - The capital of the Ria, a vast lagoon where the freshwater of the River Vouga joins with the sea, Aveiro is intersected by canals, genuine streets of water, along which can be seen gliding the brightly coloured boats known as barcos moliceiros. Originally founded in the time of the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, Aveiro is now one of the most interesting cities on the Portuguese coast.
Discover the history of this beautiful city and tasty the traditional pastry, “Ovos Moles”.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included for ease.
- Professional driver/guide for informative touring.
- Comfortable travel in an air-conditioned minivan.
- Enjoy a traditional ‘Moliceiro’ boat ride experience.
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
This personalized 4-hour tour offers you the chance to discover Aveiro and Costa Nova. Aveiro, often referred to as ‘Portugal’s Venice’ and Costa Nova, famous for its picturesque homes, are the main highlights. You’ll also enjoy a 45-minute journey on a traditional Moliceiro boat. Your professional guide/driver will be with you either for a morning or afternoon tour, providing key insights about this charming northern Portuguese city. Aveiro’s allure lies in its natural canals and its mouth-watering traditionally made ‘Ovos Moles’ and ‘Tripa de Aveiro’ pastries that you simply must sample!
There’s so much more to learn about Aveiro and Costa Nova, and there’s no one better than your knowledgeable guide to explain, demonstrate and keep you company on this half-day private tour.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Duration: the hours of duration are approximate hours, The Tour is subject to local traffic, visit schedules, etc
- We pick up from any hotel in Porto or Gaia city center. In alternative, we can collect you from the Tourist Service/Living Tours located at Rua Mouzinho da Silveira, 350, Porto - next to Porto - São Bento train station.Reservation is mandatory and requires na emai request/confirmation. Bookings must be confirmed at least 48 hours befor the date of the servisse. Cancellations within 48 hours or less will be fully charged.
- Reservation is mandatory and requires an email request/confirmation. Bookings must be confirmed at least 48 hours before the date of the service.
- The services included in the tours/wine estate visits, restaurants, etc) are subject to 3rd party availability and may change without prior notice.
- We support our communities. By taking a tour with us you are contributing to our cause: we offer a meal for the homeless and people in need.
- Please kindly be aware that the overall duration of the activity could be influenced by traffic conditions. We highly advise against scheduling any additional activities or making other plans within the hour following the anticipated completion time.
- Discover Porto in a unique way with a Free Walking Tour with Living Tours, available to all customers who book this activity. Free Walking Tour departs daily in English and Spanish at 9:30 a.m. from Cordoaria (Campo dos Mártires da Pátria 31, Porto) and 4:30 p.m. from Batalha (Rua Alexandre Herculano 412, Porto).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.