Discover Portugal’s answer to Venice – the pretty coastal town of Aveiro – on a half-day trip from Porto! Choose from a morning or afternoon tour, and then set out to explore the town with an expert guide. Soak up the charms of Aveiro’s town center on a walking tour, and then see the sights surrounding its canals from a traditional ‘moliceiro’ boat. Before returning to Porto, visit the sandy white beach of Costa Nova and admire the colorful architecture of the area’s charming old fishing houses.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔  Moliceiro cruise
✔  Professional guide
✔  In-vehicle air conditioning
✖  Food and drinks
✖  Gratuities
✖  Pick up and Drop Off
Departure & Return
Departure:  ,

Our Tourism office is located on the top of Rua Mouzinho da Silveira door number 352-354, near São Bento Train Station.

Return: End right where it started.
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Itinerary
1
Porto Starting the tour to Aveiro. On the way, the guide will give insights regarding Portuguese history, development and cultural facts of portuguese heritage.
2
Aveiro Famous city for traditional moliceiro boats and known as the "Venice of Portugal". Learn about the history and traditions of Aveiro: a fishing village founded on salt production and trade. The capital of 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 boat know as moliceiros. Discover the history of this beautiful city and tasty the traditional pastry, "Ovos Moles".

Duration:  30 minutes

3
Ria de Aveiro The magic of this visit begins now, with a 45-minute cruise on a typical Moliceiro boat used to pick up the seaweed. Along the stunning canals of the city, relax and be enchanted by the tremendous landscapes that Aveiro presents you.

Duration:  45 minutes

4
You will travel to Costa Nova, a beautiful white sandy beach. Discover the famous typical fisherman's houses, painted in bold colors and with vertical stripes.

Duration:  30 minutes

Additional info
•  Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
•  Specialized infant seats are available
•  Suitable for all physical fitness levels
•  May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
•  There is no bathroom on board the bus
•  Dress code is smart casual
•  The tours may be changed without prior notice
•  A moderate amount of walking is involved
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Price:
From $48.05
Ticket:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
duration:
4 hours
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Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.