Guided Tour of 516 Arouca Suspension Bridge & Paiva Walkways with Round-Trip Transfers
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Guided tour
Transfers available
Pickup available
Meals included
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Climb a 300-step stairway to reach the 516 Arouca Suspension Bridge, elevated about 175 meters above the Paiva River.
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Marvel at the views over the Aguieira Waterfall and continue onto the specially-designed Paiva walkway for 8 km with your local guide.
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Relax at the remote Vau beach, surrounded by wilderness, before you enjoy a delicious meal at a local restaurant.
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Enjoy round-trip Porto transfers with this day tour and be sure to buy some traditional sweets at Arouca to take home with you!
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Fun Fact: Arouca is on UNESCO's list of global geo parks due to its unique rock formations associated with the formation of the supercontinent 'Gondwana'.
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- 516 Arouca suspension bridge entry ticket
- Paiva walkways entry ticket
- Round-trip transfers to/from Porto
- English, Spanish, Portuguese, or French-speaking guide
- Vau beach stop
- Local lunch
- Local blends tasting
- Personal accident insurance
- Personal expenses
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
The 516 Arouca Suspension bridge receives its name from the translation of its length in meters and is located in the Arouca Geopark, one of the only parks of its kind in Portugal.
Crossing The World's Longest Suspension Bridge
Enjoy comfortable transfers from Porto to Arouca and, along the way, travel through some of Portugal’s beautiful and serene countryside and villages. There's a short detour to the town of Arouca where you can pick up a quick snack, buy a souvenir or two, or sample the traditional sweets.
Once you reach the Arouca Geopark, in the company of your experienced guide, start at Areinho – the entrance to the Paiva walkway. A stairway extends to over 300 steps to reach the 516 Arouca suspension bridge, suspended 175 meters above the Paiva River. Admire views of the Aguieira Waterfall and the river as you learn about this amazing feat of human architecture.
Walk Along The Paiva River & Relish A Local Meal
Follow the path of the Paiva walkway for 8 km along the side of the river. Spend a few minutes in the wilderness on the other side of the bridge and relax at Vau beach. The final destination of the tour is Espiunca, where the hike ends, and you'll be taken to a local restaurant to savor local delicacies like arouquesa, DPO meat (other options are also available), and local varieties of beverages.
Additional information
- This tour is available in English, Portuguese, Spanish, and French.
- It's recommended to wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes.
- Bring along your sunscreen, hat, a waterproof jacket, and drinking water.
- This experience may include alcoholic beverages. Availability is subject to age restrictions and local laws. Please carry a valid ID. Drink responsibly.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the time of pick-up.
Hotel Transfers
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This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs from the Central Porto.
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In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.
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Pick up details be sent in a separate email.
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On the day of your tour, please arrive at your hotel lobby 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time.
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If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of your hotel.
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