Aveiro, “Venice of Portugal” is known by the beauty of its natural water channels, which consist in one of the most interesting natural formations along the shore of Portugal. Traditionally connected to the river and to the sea you will be able to feel the culture of the city which is still alive from what was once a fishermans village making a living from the river, the sea, the salt production and fishing.
The tour starts in the fish market square with a panoramic visit in the City Centre, followed by a cruise with the duration of one hour along the beautiful water channels of Aveiro. This cruise will be done in the typical boat called “Moliceiro”, unique in the world and usually completely decorated with motifs related to the local culture - agriculture, fishing, religion and nature.
After the cruise, we take you to “Costa Nova” located next to the sea and a beautiful beach where you will be able to see few of the old typical houses from Aveiro: small in size, painted with bright colors and in vertical stripes.
Inclusion
Hotel Pickup and drop off between the cities of Porto and Gaia, An hour cruise in the traditional boats and Guided tour.
Exclusion
Meals and Drinks, Personal expenses and Gratuities.
Hours of operation
Available daily at 9:00am and 2:00pm. Does not operate on January 1 and December 25
Duration
4 Hours
Location
Pick-up at any Hotel in Porto and Gaia.
Location
Pick-up at any Hotel in Porto and Gaia.
Policies
Tour available in Portuguese, English, Spanish and French.
Children younger than 5 years old may participate for free.
Our tours are shared in a 9 seat mini bus (8 guests plus 1 guide). We do take single bookings but we only operate each service with a minimum of 2 people.
All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation
Highlights / General details
Aveiro, “Venice of Portugal” is known by the beauty of its natural water channels, which consist in one of the most interesting natural formations along the shore of Portugal. Traditionally connected to the river and to the sea you will be able to feel the culture of the city which is still alive from what was once a fishermans village making a living from the river, the sea, the salt production and fishing.
The tour starts in the fish market square with a panoramic visit in the City Centre, followed by a cruise with the duration of one hour along the beautiful water channels of Aveiro. This cruise will be done in the typical boat called “Moliceiro”, unique in the world and usually completely decorated with motifs related to the local culture - agriculture, fishing, religion and nature.
After the cruise, we take you to “Costa Nova” located next to the sea and a beautiful beach where you will be able to see few of the old typical houses from Aveiro: small in size, painted with bright colors and in vertical stripes.
Inclusion
Hotel Pickup and drop off between the cities of Porto and Gaia, An hour cruise in the traditional boats and Guided tour.
Exclusion
Meals and Drinks, Personal expenses and Gratuities.
Hours of operation
Available daily at 9:00am and 2:00pm. Does not operate on January 1 and December 25
Duration
4 Hours
Location Pick-up at any Hotel in Porto and Gaia.
Location
Pick-up at any Hotel in Porto and Gaia.
Policies Tour available in Portuguese, English, Spanish and French. Children younger than 5 years old may participate for free. Our tours are shared in a 9 seat mini bus (8 guests plus 1 guide). We do take single bookings but we only operate each service with a minimum of 2 people.
All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation
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