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PTTour duration
8 hours
Pickup time is arranged according to your accommodation and departure city. See the itinerary for indicative timings.
Departures from Porto and Aveiro
Aveiro and Costa Nova tour from Porto or Aveiro
Explore Aveiro's canals, salt pans, Costa Nova and Vista Alegre with a local guide. Private and small-group tours with departure from Porto or Aveiro.
8 hours Private or small group (up to 6 guests) Hotel pickup
Pickup and return
Pickup in Porto or Aveiro
Tell us whether you are departing from Porto or Aveiro. We confirm your meeting point, timing and return arrangements before the tour.
Languages
Portuguese, English and Spanish
Tell us your preferred language in the booking request so we can arrange the right guide.
Cancellation
Refund based on notice
Conditions depend on the format selected. See the applicable refund percentages below.
Small-group tour
Cancellation policy
- 100%12 hours or more before the start
- 50%Less than 12 hours before the start
- 0%No-show
Private tour
Cancellation policy
- 100%More than 7 days before the start
- 80%Between 7 days and 24 hours before
- 50%Less than 24 hours before the start
- 0%No-show
The experience
Your route and stops for the day.
Check the stops, included activities and tour timings. Let us know about any mobility or dietary needs in your request.
What makes the day special
- Traditional moliceiro canal cruise
- Guided visit to Aveiro's traditional salt pans
- Costa Nova's colourful palheiros
- Ovos moles tasting
- Vista Alegre heritage and porcelain
- Art Nouveau and historic centre
- Flexible pace with a local guide
Plan without the clutter
The details, whenever you need them.
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01Prices and formatsFrom €160 · small group or private+
Free for children up to 4 years old. Children aged 5 to 10 receive a 50% discount. Prices include VAT, admission tickets and the listed experiences, with no mandatory extras.
On a small-group tour, you share the day with other guests, up to six people. On a private tour, the guide and vehicle are dedicated to your group.
Shared experience
Small-group Aveiro
Adults and young people (11+)€160 / person
Children (5–10)€80 / child
Children (0–4)Free
Shared experience with a maximum of 6 guests.
Request a dateThe vehicle and guide are dedicated to your group
Private Aveiro
Adults and young people (11+)€550 / person
Children (5–10)€275 / child
Children (0–4)Free
The price per person stays the same regardless of group size. Maximum 6 guests.
Request a date02Everything includedAdmission, experiences, transport and hosting+
- Hotel pickup and return
- Private electric transport
- Moliceiro boat experience
- Ovos moles tasting and regional lunch
- All admission tickets, including the salt pans and Vista Alegre
- Guide available in English, Portuguese and Spanish
- Private online photo gallery for seven days
No surprise fees after confirmation. Only personal purchases you choose to make during the day are excluded.
03Route and timingsPorto · Moliceiro cruise · Salt pans · Costa Nova & lunch · Vista Alegre · Porto+
- Porto
- Moliceiro cruise
- Salt pans
- Costa Nova & lunch
- Vista Alegre
- Porto
Departure from Porto
Hotel pickup
Settle into the quiet ID. Buzz for the easy drive south to Aveiro.
Stop 1
Aveiro by moliceiro
See the canals and Art Nouveau façades from one of the city's colourful traditional boats.
Stop 2
Aveiro's salt pans
Discover the city's white gold and the traditional methods used to harvest sea salt.
Stop 3
Costa Nova and lunch
Enjoy a relaxed regional lunch before walking past the striped fishermen's houses by the Atlantic.
Stop 4
Vista Alegre
Visit the historic home of Portuguese porcelain and discover a craft recognised around the world.
Return to Porto
Return to Porto
Sit back for the comfortable journey to Porto and drop-off at your accommodation.
04Frequently asked questionsPayment, children, languages and other useful information+
Is the moliceiro cruise included?
Yes. The traditional canal cruise is included in the experience price.
Can we spend longer at the beach?
Absolutely. Private tours are flexible, so we can adapt the day around your group's interests.
Is this family-friendly?
Yes. The pace, boat ride and colourful sights make Aveiro especially enjoyable for families.
Are the salt pans and Vista Alegre part of the day?
Yes. Both visits and their admission tickets are included, with timing adjusted when needed to opening hours and local conditions.
Are there any extra costs?
No mandatory extras. The price includes VAT, all admission tickets and the experiences listed. You only pay for personal purchases you choose to make during the day.
Which languages are available?
The tour is available in English, Portuguese and Spanish. Tell us your preferred language when requesting your date.
How long is the moliceiro cruise?
The cruise normally lasts around 45 to 60 minutes, depending on the operator and canal conditions.
When do we pay?
Only after our team has confirmed that your requested date is available.
Book your tour
Choose your date and group size.
Share your plans. Our team checks availability before any payment is requested.
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