This 4-hour private tour offers you the chance to explore the charming towns of Aveiro and Costa Nova. Often referred to as the "Venice of Portugal," Aveiro boasts picturesque canals, while Costa Nova is famous for its colorful striped houses.
The tour includes a 45-minute boat ride on a traditional Moliceiro boat. Throughout the tour, your professional driver/guide will provide insightful commentary, highlighting important landmarks and sharing interesting details about this quaint northern Portuguese city. You'll also have the opportunity to taste the local delicacies, "Ovos Moles" and "Tripa de Aveiro," which are must-try traditional pastries.
Discover the hidden gems of Aveiro and Costa Nova with the expertise of your knowledgeable guide on this half-day private tour. There's so much more to learn and experience in these beautiful towns!
Pickup included
Your expert guide will collect you from your hotel/accommodation or meeting point and will drive you to Aveiro and Costa Nova. On your way to Aveiro, the guide will give you insights regarding the Portuguese history, development and cultural facts of portuguese heritage.
The first stop is Costa Nova do Prado beach, famous only by the name Costa Nova. The most picturesque aspect of Costa Nova is its coast road along which a line of wooden huts is painted in brightly coloured stripes alternating with white. Built by fishermen as shelters and equipment stores, the huts have now been converted into rather characteristic holiday homes.
Cruise Aveiro's dazzling canals on a classic Moliceiro (traditional boat) Relax and enjoy the landscape on this traditional boat, that once was used to collect seagrass in the lagoon.
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
We pick up from any hotel in Porto city or Vila Nova de Gaia city. In alternative, we can collect you from the Tourist Service/Living Tours located at Rua Mouzinho da Silveira, 350, Porto - next to Porto - São Bento train station.