Embark on a 4-hour tour to uncover the unique charm of Aveiro, often hailed as the "Portuguese Venice." This mesmerizing city captivates with its sparkling canals and the delectable local delicacy, Ovos Moles.

Step aboard a Moliceiro, the traditional boat that glides gracefully along the Ria de Aveiro, for a 45-minute ride. This is the perfect way to witness Aveiro’s most stunning views, including its exquisite Art Nouveau architecture lining the waterways. Ready your camera to capture the breathtaking beauty and distinctive allure that Aveiro has to offer.

Prepare to be captivated by the vibrant spirit of Costa Nova and its array of brightly colored houses, adding to the fairy-tale ambiance of your Aveiro adventure.

Included:

• Expert guide
• Transportation in a comfortable small-group minibus
• A stunning Moliceiro cruise experience on the city canals (45 minutes)
• Porto City Walking Tour (available from the day after your experience)

Itinerary:

• Once you get to the meeting point your Tour Expert guide 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 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.
• The capital of the Ria, a vast lagoon where the freshwater of the River Vouga joins with the sea, Aveiro is intersected by canals, genuine streets of water, along which can be seen gliding the brightly coloured boats known as barcos moliceiros. Originally founded in the time of the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, Aveiro is now one of the most interesting cities on the Portuguese coast.
• Discover the history of this beautiful city and taste the traditional pastry, "Ovos Moles".