Arouca Suspension Bridge and Paiva Walkway Day Tour from Porto | La Vacanza Travel

Arouca Suspension Bridge and Paiva Walkway Day Tour from Porto

Duration: 9 hours
Destination: Portugal, Northern Portugal, Porto
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  • 9 hours
  • Porto
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

This is the best day tour from Porto to the Arouca 516 Suspension.

With a very convenient pick-up from central Porto you will head straight to Arouca.

In Arouca there is a brief stop where you are invited to taste the local specialities, enjoy the green area just outside the monastery and to get ready for the connection between Arouca and the 516 Arouca.

Around 20 minutes after departing from Arouca we reach the bridge and the Paiva Walkways!

For the next 3 to 4 hours (depending on the pace of the group, weather conditions, picture times, etc.) you will spend your time crossing the bridge and walking along the Paiva river in a wooden walkway.

After this great hike we follow a mountain road for 15 minutes and have lunch in a family owned restaurant in Alvarenga!

The ride back to Porto will last for around 90 minutes.

Be brave! Join us!

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Arouca, Arouca, Aveiro District, Northern Portugal

This is a town famous for it's monastery and typical sweets made from ancient monastery recipes.

On our stop on the way to the 516 Suspension Bridge and Paiva Walkways, we can definitely encourage you to try it the sweets to get your energy levels up for the hike!

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Paiva walkway, Arouca Portugal

Enjoy the 8 km walk along the Paiva River and learn more about this region and Portugal.

This hike requires good physical condition!

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: 516 Arouca - Ponte Suspensa, Canelas, Arouca 4540-257 Portugal

Experience the thrill of crossing one of the longest suspension bridges in the world!

This structure is the perfect choice for adventure seekers and nature lovers.

From the height of its 175m meters and see through floor you will be able to enjoy a great view down to Paiva River.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Alvarenga, Alvarenga, Aveiro District, Northern Portugal

Lunch time is a very important part of our day!
In Alvarenga you will be able to try the magnificent Arouquesa DPO meat.
Eat in a family owned restaurant and enjoy the local "Vinho Verde".


Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Lunch - Typical meal of Arouquesa DPO meat
  • 516 Suspension Bridge Tickets
  • Paiva Walkways Tickets
  • Snacks - Local sweets tasting
  • Entry/Admission - 516 Arouca - Ponte Suspensa
  • Entry/Admission - Paiva walkway

Exclusions

    Additional Info

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Infant seats available
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience 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
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

    Departure Point

    Departure Point

    Traveler pickup is offered
    If you are outside the pick up area range we would aprecciate if you could meet us in Porto city center.


    Departure Time

    08:00 AM

    Duration & Voucher Info

    Voucher info

    You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

    Duration

    9 hours

    Cancellation Policy

    User's Reviews

    Curious16306568664

    26 Apr, 2024

    Orlando is an amazing guide. Very friendly and accommodating. 4 senior ladies and he made sure we looked after and comfortable the entire day. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

    X6451FJcharlesm

    25 Apr, 2024

    Beautiful, but challenging walk. a definite do while visiting Porto. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes. Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen. scenery, gorgeous

    T5796QAtanjas

    25 Apr, 2024

    Everything went really smoothly and was well organised! Throughout the whole trip our tour guide Francisco was friendly, easy going and in a very good mood. Would very much recommend this tour!

    Jacqueline_A

    25 Apr, 2024

    We had a wonderful time on this tour! It was exactly what we were looking for - a break from the hustle and bustle of the City in an absolutely gorgeous setting. Our guide, Tomas, was knowledgeable, a good communicator and was great with the children in our group. Our day started out with a quick stop at a coffee shop for some local treats. Then we headed off to the Walkways and Suspension Bridge. First we got the hardest part of the day out of the way by climbing the 500 steps to the top of the Walkways. Shortly afterwards we arrived at the Suspension bridge. After a brief introduction we were given the option of crossing the bridge. (You didn’t have to cross it or could turn around at any time if you changed your mind. I decided to cross it, my companion chose not to.) Crossing it was a thrilling experience! The view was impressive. When we got to the far side, they told us how the bridge was constructed. Then we crossed back and hiked along the rest of the walkways with a brief swim break halfway through. After our hike we stopped at a restaurant in the nearby village for a delicious meal. The scenery was Stunning! It was the most breathtaking and enjoyable hike we have been on in a very long time, perhaps ever. We highly recommend this tour!

    805leonier

    24 Apr, 2024

    Fabulous Day small group of 6 Raquel and Rui Lago were so lovely Felt very comfortable in their care cannot recommend them highly enough . All aspects of the tour could not have been improved from beginning to end Lunch was tasty and generous and included Vinho verde ... WELL DONE DETOURS !

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    The only way to see Arouca!

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    A memorable day on the Paiva Walkway

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    Best experience in Porto!!

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    Beautiful spring walk

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    Arouca Bridge and Paiva Walkway tour

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    Nature at its best

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    Must do in Porto with Detours

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    Great experience, delightful hike and taste of local foods

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    Amazing views & experience

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    Excellent small group tour

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    Auroca and Paiva River Tour woth Pedro and Thomas

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    Very fun hike!

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