Take part in a trip to the Paiva walkways leaving Porto in comfortable transport. Discover one of the most impressive wild river gorges in northern Portugal located in the UNESCO Global Geopark of Arouca. Walk along the Passadiços do Paiva and the famous zigzag staircases, with panoramic viewpoints to appreciate waterfalls and cliffs of the gorge, on a route between the river beaches of Areinho and Espiunca, in between you will pass by Praia do Vau to recharge your energy. Enjoy this journey through biology, geology and archeology and fall in love with nature. Passage through Geosites: Garganta do Paiva (G36); Aguieiras Waterfall (G35); Vau River Beach (G30); Gola do Salto (G31); Spike Fault (G32) Finally, at Espiunca beach, you can have lunch or simply relax in an excellent leisure area enjoying the crystal clear waters of the Paiva River.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔  Comfortable Footwear
✔  Entrance to Paiva Walkways
✔  Pick-up and drop-off in Porto
✖  Gratuities
✖  Other extra expenses by customers
✖  Suspension Bridge 516 Arouca
Departure & Return
Departure:  ,

Meet us at Largo do Actor Dias, next to the historic Fernandina Wall

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Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
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Estatua de Vimara Peres It will be the beginning of your great one-day journey
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Arouca Geopark Praia Fluvial do Areinho is bathed by the Paiva River, it is here that you begin your 8500 meter walk along the Paiva walkways

Duration:  1.5 hours

3
Passadicos do Paiva The Paiva Walkways on the left bank of the Paiva River. It is around 8 km (8,000 meters) that provide a walk of great beauty.

Duration:  4.5 hours

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At the other end of the Paiva Walkways, you will find the Espiunca river beach, a place that invites you to swim. Here you will also find a leisure area, including a bar with a terrace where you can have lunch (optional lunch).

Duration:  60 minutes

5
Arouca Stop in the village of Arouca to enjoy its convent sweets, take the opportunity to visit the Arouca monastery

Duration:  30 minutes

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Estatua de Vimara Peres Return to the meeting point

Duration:  1.5 hours

Additional info
•  Public transportation options are available nearby
•  Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
•  Specialized infant seats are available
•  Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
•  Not recommended for children under 7 years old.
•  Children must be accompanied by an adult.
•  You must inform the operator if the child is under 12 years of age. Children will be transported in seats approved in accordance with Article 55 of the Highway Code.
•  The duration of the tour is for information purposes only, the tour is subject to local traffic, etc.
•  Please note that the total duration of the activity may be affected by traffic conditions. We strongly recommend that you do not schedule any additional activities or make other plans in the hour after the scheduled end time.
•  Vegetarian and gluten-free meal options are available if requested prior to the day of booking. Please let us know before the tour starts.
•  Not recommended for individuals with special mobility needs
Free cancellation
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Price:
From $63.74
Ticket:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
duration:
10 hours
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.