Aveiro and Costa Nova Half Day Private Tour: Explore 'Venice of Portugal' and Scenic Costa Nova

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Discover the enchanting ‘Venice of Portugal’ and the scenic Costa Nova on a half-day private tour. Explore Aveiro’s canals, try traditional pastries, and take a boat ride. Expert guide included!

Duration: 4 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

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.
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”.

What's Included

Porto City Walking Tour
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Driver/guide
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Traditional ‘Moliceiro’ boat ride

What's Not Included

Food and drinks
Gratuities

Additional Information

This 4-hour private tour offers you the chance to explore the charming towns of Aveiro and Costa Nova. Often referred to as the “Venice of Portugal,” Aveiro boasts picturesque canals, while Costa Nova is famous for its colorful striped houses.

The tour includes a 45-minute boat ride on a traditional Moliceiro boat. Throughout the tour, your professional driver/guide will provide insightful commentary, highlighting important landmarks and sharing interesting details about this quaint northern Portuguese city. You’ll also have the opportunity to taste the local delicacies, “Ovos Moles” and “Tripa de Aveiro,” which are must-try traditional pastries.

Discover the hidden gems of Aveiro and Costa Nova with the expertise of your knowledgeable guide on this half-day private tour. There’s so much more to learn and experience in these beautiful towns!

Children must be accompanied by an adult
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.
Activity duration may vary due to traffic; avoid scheduling other plans immediately afterward.
Discover Porto in a unique way with a Free Walking Tour with Living Tours, available to all customers who book this activity. Our Free Walking Tour is available on a daily basis, in English and Spanish, at 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. departing from Living Tours Agency located in Rua Mouzinho da Silveira 352, 4050-418 Porto
Itinerary might be amended in case of need

Location

Porto

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Maria

Aug 8, 2024

Short and sweet tour close to Porto - Great tour. It is a 4 hour tour. Mario was our guide and Jonas our driver. Mario was very informative and fun. The tour is short and sweet. Enough to see Aveiro and the coast. I recommend it.