Explore the charming city of Aveiro, known as the ‘Venice of Portugal’, on this half-day tour from Porto. Cruise along the canals on a traditional ‘moliceiro’ boat and admire the city’s unique tile facades. Don’t miss the opportunity to see the colorful houses in Costa Nova and indulge in Aveiro’s delicious gastronomy, including the famous ‘soft eggs’ dessert.
Explore the charming city of Aveiro, known as the ‘Venice of Portugal’, on this half-day tour from Porto. Cruise along the canals on a traditional ‘moliceiro’ boat and admire the city’s unique tile facades. Don’t miss the opportunity to see the colorful houses in Costa Nova and indulge in Aveiro’s delicious gastronomy, including the famous ‘soft eggs’ dessert.
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Porto - Your expert guide will collect you from the 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. - Aveiro - The capital of the Ria, a vast lagoon where the freshwater of the River Vouga…
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Porto - Your expert guide will collect you from the 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. -
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”. - 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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Praia da Costa Nova - The last 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.
- Porto City Walking Tour (available from the day after your experience)
- River cruise in the traditional ‘Moliceiro boat’
- Small Group Tour (Minivan up to 8 participants or Minibus up to 27 participants)
- Guide
- Private transportation for the group
- Porto City Walking Tour (available from the day after your experience)
- River cruise in the traditional ‘Moliceiro boat’
- Small Group Tour (Minivan up to 8 participants or Minibus up to 27 participants)
- Guide
- Private transportation for the group
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Hotel Pick up & Drop Off Not included
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Hotel Pick up & Drop Off Not included
Embark on a journey to Aveiro, often referred to as the ‘Venice of Portugal’ due to its extensive canal system. This excursion includes a ‘moliceiro’ boat cruise — a tradition of the city — providing you with stunning views of the distinctive tiled facades. Additionally, witness the vibrant houses in Costa Nova. Aveiro is renowned for its diverse and…
Embark on a journey to Aveiro, often referred to as the ‘Venice of Portugal’ due to its extensive canal system. This excursion includes a ‘moliceiro’ boat cruise — a tradition of the city — providing you with stunning views of the distinctive tiled facades. Additionally, witness the vibrant houses in Costa Nova. Aveiro is renowned for its diverse and rich culinary culture, including the overly delicious dessert, ‘soft eggs’, which are considered an iconic representation of the city.
- The cruise is under the responsibility of the cruise operator (subject to weather and navigation conditions)
- Tours are usually in one language, but a second language may be used.
- Group size maximum capacity is 27 people.
- 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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
