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Paiva Walkways & Arouca Suspension Bridge - All Inclusive!

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Porto, Portugal

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Overview

In this tour, the walk difficulty level is Medium/Difficult! You`ll walk 8km, but downstream!

We leave from Porto at 8:45AM towards Arouca town where we will stop shortly for bathrooms and for coffee.

Get ready for adventure! After a short drive, we`ll arrive at the Walkways and go across one of the Longest Suspension Bridges of the World! It spans 516m-long (1,692ft) across the valley and hangs 175m (576ft) above the Paiva river!

Notice: crossing the bridge is not mandatory. You have the option to skip it.

Then, you will walk the Paiva Walkways downhill in a total length of 8km over a wooden boardwalk zig-zagging along the Paiva river.

Time for lunch! A delicious meal is waiting us! Meat, fish or vegetarian options available.

After lunch we’ll discover Arouca for a glance about local culture and history including: convent sweets tasting.

What's Included

  • Lunch Veal roasted in clay pots
  • The Arouca 516 Bridge Ticket
  • Pick up Drop off from Porto
  • Personal expenses
  • Any service that is not clearly specified in the inclusions
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Largo Actor Dias
4000-192 Porto, Portugal

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Paiva walkway

You`ll walk along one of the most beautiful walking trails in the world: the Paiva Walkways – winner of the World Travel Awards in 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019!
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

516 Arouca - Ponte Suspensa

Cross the Longest Suspension Footbridge of the World! It spans 516m-long (1,692ft) across the valley and hangs 175m (576ft) above the Paiva River. Will you dare?
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Arouca

Visit Arouca, which is a very Portuguese countryside town in style and tradition. A short walk through the small squares will help to have a glance about local culture and construction styles where a impressive XII century monastery is the highlight.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Children under 6 years old are not allowed to cross the bridge.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Paiva Walkways & Arouca Suspension Bridge – All Inclusive!?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • LunchVeal roasted in clay pots
  • The Arouca 516 Bridge Ticket
  • Pick up Drop off from Porto
  • Convent Sweets Tasting
  • Tha Paiva Walkways Tickets
  • Local guide and transportation
  • Personal expenses
  • Any service that is not clearly specified in the inclusions

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Children under 6 years old are not allowed to cross the bridge.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Free Cancellation

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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