Porto · PAIVA WALKWAYS & 516 AROUCA BRIDGE TOURS
The Paiva boardwalks run eight kilometres along a wild river, and the 516 bridge is one of the longest suspension footbridges in the world. These 15 day trips are priced and timed, with the fitness each needs and whether the bridge is included.
Porto day trip with Paiva Walkways and Arouca 516 bridge, plus Aveiro canals boat ride, Costa Nova, and lunch.
“Beautiful scenery and perfect guide (although my dad - over 70 years old, had his knee blocked walking dawn, Paulo did his best to help us and to enjoy the tour. It is a must do tour”
Porto day trip to Arouca 516 bridge and Paiva Walkways with lunch and vinho verde. Licensed guide, hotel pickup, small group.
“We went on 7-3-24 and the weather was sunny and 29 C. Great view from the bridge. Our guide, Francisco, was knowledgeable, funny, easy going and had a deep appreciation of nature. I am 61 years old and out of shape [my partner is 53 y/o] and found the Paiva walkways difficult , however, we were able to complete it and we are glad we did it.”
From Porto: Arouca 516 and Paiva Walkways day trip. Cross the suspension bridge, hike the Paiva River gorge, and enjoy Alvarenga lunch.
“We really enjoyed the excursion during our holiday in Porto! Our guide Pedro picked us up on time at our appartement and it was a comfortable ride with nice conversations. The high bridge gives a nice view and it was a convenient walk over the wooden walkways. The lunch in the afternoon was delicious, more of a dinner meal! As the walkways are partly burned, a drive to Aveiro was added with a boat trip on the river which was worth it. Pedro, thanks for the excellent day trip!”
Porto day trip with Arouca 516 suspension bridge, Paiva Walkways hike, Arouca lunch, Aveiro canals, and Costa Nova color houses.
“Dani was so amazing literally so knowledgeable and kind! The day is jammed packed with an awesome stops It’s a must book tour!”
Porto day trip to the 516 Arouca Bridge and Paiva Walkways, with snacks and Espiunca river time, plus optional lunch.
“Our guides were very knowledgeable. We had a driver Sergio who took some time to interact with all travellers. Barbara was our walking guide. She was very knowledgeable about the area. It was a beautiful foggy day. As the fog lifted the walk was amazing.”
Porto to Arouca and Aveiro in one day, with convent sweets, the 516 bridge, Paiva Walkways, and a veal lunch with Vinho Verde.
“Teresa was an amazing guide with so much energy and the best driver that took us safely everywhere. The lunch was also very welcomed after a long and hot walk!”
Paiva Walkways and the 516 Arouca suspension bridge from Porto, with an 8 km downhill hike, lunch in Arouca, and convent sweets.
“The suspension bridge and Paiva walkway is beautiful and a nice break from city sight seeing. Luis, our guide talked about the history of Portugal on the ride over. The walk is about 7km (all downhill) so wear good walking shoes, with a tasty veal lunch to follow. In the afternoon, we visited the monastery in Arouca with sweets and coffee afterwards. It was a fun day and would definitely recommend.”
Walk the 516 Arouca suspension bridge, hike the Paiva cliff walkways, then swim and snack at Vau River Beach.
“The guide was super, very informative and friendly. She did an excelent job trying to keep the group together eventhough a couple of young women were very slowly. Maybe an update of the written information obout the tour regarding the estimate on how much time there will be for the track, the breaks and the lunch would be a good idea.”
Porto to Arouca: cross the 516 suspension bridge, hike Paiva Walkways, cool off at Vau River Beach, and taste Arouquesa meat and monastery pastry.
“We had an Amazing time, the views are simply spectacular. Walking all the way listening to the wonders around us was so peaceful and our guide João Silva was great, he explained all about the species and histories of the Geo Park and just made the experience more fun in general 😁”
Full-day Paiva Walkways hike from Porto with a small group, pickup and lunch in Alvarenga after an 8 km riverside trail.
“Our guide Samuel was very professional. He took care for any problem or inconviniency we had. The track was challenging, 8 km and 546 stairs but with amazing view”
Guided Paiva Walkways and 516 Arouca Suspension Bridge tour by 4x4 jeep from Arouca, with tickets, snacks, and expert guide.
Small-group day trip from Porto to Paiva Walkways and Arouca 516 suspension bridge, with tickets, lunch, and convent sweets.
“Norberto is a well-rounded and well English spoken tour guy! This tour is well recommended with a delicious Porto cuisine.”
Guided SUP from Porto to the Paiva River. Learn basics, paddle 2.5 hours, enjoy scenic stops, and get photos with small-group transfer.
“Great for solo bookers, I was unsure whether to go by myself, but Henrique was awesome and friendly! Great at communicating and teaching, especially as I was a complete beginner. He also gave some great tips for places to go in porto. Great experience, I would recommend for sure!”
From Porto, paddle the wild Paiva River in a canoe-raft, swim at Vau Beach, and refuel in Arouca with local food and pastry.
“Toller Ausflug, hat Spaß gemacht. Sehr netter/ engagierter Guide! Wechselklamotten sind wichtig, wir sind richtig im Wasser gelandet :-)”
Canoe-raft the Paiva River from Passadiços do Paiva, with scenic stops in Arouca Geopark and optional jumps, swims, and an Arouca meal.
“We had so much fun! 4 hours flew past. Alvaro was a great guide - helpful, informative and very kind. We came at the end of the season so the water was slightly lower than it should’ve been, meaning the rapids weren’t too extreme and we did end up getting stuck on the rocks - remember to wiggle and shake to free the canoe! The company provide you with full gear, a bottle of water and a small snack along the way. Being able to swim helps, but even if you can’t, the life jackets provide full support. We stopped at 2 spots where we swam - one of which…”
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