Cruise Aveiro

We provide unique moments and unforgettable experiences for visitors to the city of Aveiro. Our extremely friendly and experienced crew will show you the charms and secrets of the Ria. The boats that were once used in the lagoon´s hard lands, allow today a wonderful walk full of light, color and brightness through the seductive Ria of the city. From sunrise to sunset, at any time of the year, the Ria will always be a seduction and a source of pride.

Moliceiro boat cruise, with a visit to the Canals of the City of Aveiro. The Moliceiro Cruise in Aveiro is a Unique Experience

An 9 hour tour to Aveiro, the portuguese "Venice" and Coimbra, one of the oldest capitals of Portugal. Starting in Aveiro, a museum city of Art Noveau, birds and salt pans, you will find some of the most beautiful buildings of the country. A tradicional "moliceiro" boat ride along the channels is part of the tour. After tasting the typical regional sweets, have a walk in the centre where we will visit the Cathedral, St Joana museum, and the fish market. You will then have some free time for lunch. After, we will take you to Coimbra, a city known for being the students city with an astonishing University. Filled with monuments and historical treasures, this city is ready to be discovered by you. Starting with the Cathedral of Coimbra, St.Cruz Church and the Historical City Center. Followed by the University of Coimbra where you can go inside for an optional visit. You will then be driven to your accommodation back in Oporto.

Begin the trip to Aveiro, a city on the waterfront is considered the small Venice of Portugal. It is an important urban center, port, rail, university and tourist. The second city to visit is Coimbra, a Portuguese city located in central Portugal and the country's old capital, houses a preserved medieval old town and the historic University of Coimbra. This itinerary may change. We can start in Coimbra, depending what the group wants.

Discover Portugal’s answer to Venice – the pretty coastal town of Aveiro – on a half-day trip from Porto! Choose from a morning or afternoon tour, and then set out to explore the town with an expert guide. Soak up the charms of Aveiro’s town center on a walking tour, and then see the sights surrounding its canals from a traditional ‘moliceiro’ boat. Before returning to Porto, visit the sandy white beach of Costa Nova and admire the colorful architecture of the area’s charming old fishing houses.

From Porto, we offer you the opportunity to discover two cities in the north of Portugal adored by many: • We leave Porto and after 1 hour drive, you will get to know Aveiro the "little Venice" with its canals that divides the city into two parts. We will take a guided tour admiring its architecture, discovering the old fishermen's houses and the historical buildings of the city. • Afterwards, we will take a 45-minute ride aboard one of the traditional “Moliceiros” boats, similar in design to the Venetian gondolas. After this ride, we will have free time to visit the city. • Then, we will leave Aveiro and head towards Costa Nova, one of the most spectacular ️️beaches in Portugal, known for the emblematic stripped houses that line the bay. • Afterwards, we will visit the ⛪ capelha do senhor da Pedra, photo moment! this seaside chapel will amaze you. • Finally, we will head back to Porto with unforgettable memories, book now!

Discover Aveiro, on this half day guided tour from Porto. See the famous Ria de Aveiro, the colourful houses in Costa Nova and learn about the community and the cities history! Do a relaxing boat cruise through the city canals and indulge yourself in a tasting of a delicious local sweet pastry “Ovos Moles”. To finish the day in the best way, visit the beach of Costa Nova and its peculiar coloured striped houses, forming a unique design in fishing houses in that area.

The Moliceiro cruise in Aveiro is the best way to visit the city! From a unique perspective, a water road, you can learn the stories, heritage and traditions of this beautiful city of the canals.

We are the largest and most experienced bike and tour rental company in the Aveiro region. We are located in the most historic pedestrian street of Aveiro. Rua dos Combatentes da Grande Guerra nº 81 a 10-minute walk from the train station. If you need to leave luggage, strollers etc. at the store while taking a walk with no problems and at no cost. In addition to personalized services and advice, we offer helmets, locks, sunscreen and a great free map for every rental.

We are the largest and most experienced bike and tour rental company in the Aveiro region. We are located in the most historic pedestrian street of Aveiro. Rua dos Combatentes da Grande Guerra nº 81 a 10-minute walk from the train station. If you need to leave luggage, strollers etc. at the store while taking a walk with no problems and at no cost. In addition to personalized services and advice, we offer helmets, locks, sunscreen and a great free map for every rental.

Drive comfortably away from the city to discover the wanders of 3 distinct landscapes: Visit the catholic Shrine of Fátima, which shelters millions of pilgrims every year and major religious celebrations. Experience the West region of Portugal, influenced by its winds and cliffs. Stop in the fishing town of Nazaré and taste its fresh and local cuisine. Experience breathtaking views over the Atlantic, the town and of the beach where some of the biggest waves in the world are surfed. Wander in the medieval town of Óbidos, know by its beautiful fortress, quaint houses and Ginjinha. Get lost in the narrow street where you'll find beautiful cafes, bookstores and craft work. This tour is customizable: Batalha Monastery is an alternative stop you can require. Join us!

Embark on an exclusive yacht adventure and enjoy an unforgettable day and discover the magic of the Ria de Aveiro. The trip will begin at Jardim Oudinot Marina, where you will be greeted with a welcome drink by our crew. This will be your starting point for a peaceful trip along the Ria de Aveiro waters. Passing through Praia Costa Nova, home to the sublime and famous haystacks, one of the best-known images of Aveiro in the world, we continue to São Jacinto, a fishing village, where we find Infantry Regiment N.º 10, also known as the "Military Area of Saint Hyacinth." As you sail towards the sea, you will see the stunning Farol da Barra, from a captivating point of view. The peak of the tour comes with the awe of the magnificent Atlantic Ocean. Take your private trip, with an exclusive captain and sailor, and discover the Ria de Aveiro in comfort, tranquility and a pleasant environment.

This tour will take you from Porto to Aveiro, considered by many as the "Venice of Portugal", which is famous for its large network of canals that flows through the city. On this excursion, you will also take a cruise on a "Moliceiro" boat (traditional boat of that city) that will lead you along the canals while admiring the unique tile facades of the city. You will also have the opportunity to see the colorful houses in Costa Nova. Aveiro has a rich and varied gastronomy, and the "soft eggs" – very sweet desserts are also one of the main representations of Aveiro.

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!

Explore the coastal towns of Aveiro then travel back in time to the old city of Coimbra on this Private 9-hour tour from Porto. Admire the canals and bridges in Aveiro with your private guide/driver. Continue to Coimbra where you will see the oldest University in Portugal, as well as its old buildings throughout the city. We will give you suggestions on what to do, but it will be personalized to the customer. If you have something specific that you want to visit you can go to on these cities.

If you stay in Lisbon you must explore the amazing cities with rivers running through them as Aveiro (Little Venice – Ria de Aveiro) and Porto (North Capital and Douro River). There is no better way to explore the cities by the river than on the streets full of people cars and confusion. In the morning get to know Aveiro and the Ria de Aveiro aboard the typical Moliceiro boats. Visit the most famous Porto Cellars and taste Porto wine before Lunch (included) in Porto. After lunch, embark on the 6 Bridges Douro River Cruise and discover the riverbanks and see the most exciting building of Porto. Before returning to Lisbon have time to see the most important and notable monuments of Porto (Clerigos Tower, Porto Downtown, Porto Cathedral …).

This is our most popular and original tour, the easy and family-friendly Aveiro Classic City Tour, a relaxing bike ride through the best sights in Aveiro. Through the water channels, the city's green gardens, the ecological lagoon route, history, art nouveau, moliceiro boats and hidden charms. An unforgettable tour!

A half-day tour will let you see why Aveiro is known as the Venice of Portugal. Despite having only three canals in the city centre, Aveiro is charming enough to become a life-long memory for those who visit it. You will also have the chance to pop over to the Costa Nova beaches and discover the typical coloured fishermen's houses.

Situated next to the sea and the estuary, Aveiro is crossed by a network of channels through which the traditional moliceiros stroll. These boats that used to be used to collect algae, are now used for sightseeing. Along the canal we can admire several buildings in Art Nouveau style, and along the ria we find Ílhavo, a city by the sea where the famous Vista Alegre porcelain factory is located. Situated along the Mondego River, Coimbra is the city of students and has been named a World Heritage Site. Here 6 kings of Portugal were born as well as the country's first University and one of the oldest in Europe.

The Aveiro Full-Day Tour offers a comprehensive and intense experience of the Ria de Aveiro region and includes visits to Santa Maria da Feira, Aveiro city center with a Moliceiro boat trip on the canals, a wonderful lunch and the visits to Costa Nova beach and Vista Alegre Museum.  Highlights:  • Full-day Aveiro Tour from Porto with an expert guide • Stop at the city of Santa Maria da Feira with tasting of Fogaça sweet • Moliceiro boat tour at the Aveiro canals • Visit to Aveiro city center with tasting of the famous Ovos moles • Visit to Costa Nova beach • Regional lunch • Visit to the Vista Alegre porcelain museum