Leave Porto and go walk along the Passadiços do Paiva, Arouca

4.4 (12 reviews) Porto, Portugal
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Duration7h - 10h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
Group sizeUp to 32 travelers

Overview

Depart from Porto in a unique experience through the Passadiços do Paiva, at the UNESCO Global Geopark in Arouca. With transport included, discover one of Portugal’s most stunning landscapes.

The walk follows from Areinho to Espiunca through wooden passages that follow the wild slope of the Paiva River. Along the way, admire zigzag stairs, viewpoints, cliffs and waterfalls. The Vau River Beach is ideal for a break and contemplation.

Points of Interest:
• Garganta do Paiva (G36)
• Aguieiras Falls (G35)
• Vau Beach (G30)
• Jump Gola (G31)
• Spiunca Failure (G32)

The activity ends in Espiunca, where you can relax or have lunch if you have selected this option.

Ideal for those who love nature, unique landscapes and want to explore the biodiversity and geology of the Paiva valley.

Important note:
Due to recent fires, about 2 km of the passages have been destroyed and will not be passed. The rest of the journey remains accessible, safe and stunning.

Options

Person with lunch

Point of Encounter: Meeting point at Largo Actor Dias, next to the Fernandina Wall
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Lunch: Options: Arouquesa steak sandwich, Arouquesa meat burger, vegetarian burger or tuna sandwich.

Pickup at the hotel with lunch

Pickup at Hotel
With lunch

Person without lunch

Point of Encounter: Meeting point at Largo Actor Dias, next to the Fernandina Wall
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No lunch

Pickup at the hotel without lunch

Pickup at Hotel
No lunch

What's included

  • Entrance to Paiva Walkways
  • Pick-up and drop-off in Porto
  • Gratuities
  • Other extra expenses by customers
  • Suspension Bridge 516 Arouca

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    It will be the beginning of your great one-day journey
  2. Arouca Geopark
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Praia Fluvial do Areinho is bathed by the Paiva River, it is here that you begin your 8500 meter walk along the Paiva walkways
  3. Passadicos do Paiva
    4h · Admission ticket included
    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.
  4. 1h
    Already at the other end OF the Passadiços do Paiva, the river beach of Espiunca is a place that invites to bath. Also here you will find a leisure area where you can snack or simply rest.
    In this place you will find a restaurant and a bar with a terrace where your lunch will take place (optional lunch)
  5. Arouca
    30m
    Stop at Villa de Arouca, enjoy visiting the monastery of Arouca, and to enjoy its convental sweets (not included).
  6. 1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Return to the meeting point

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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

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End point

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

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Additional information

  • 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

Cancellation policy

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

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4.4 (12)

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