From Porto Suspension Bridge 516 Arouca and Passadiços do Paiva
Overview
Take part in a guided tour to the Suspension Bridge 516 Arouca and the Passadiços do Paiva from Porto.
Crossing the 175 metres high bridge over the Paiva River with a local Guide and discover one of Portugal’s most impressive landscapes.
The tour begins in Porto, with transportation to the UNESCO Geopark in Arouca. After a brief security briefing, prepare to cross one of the world’s largest suspended pedestrian bridges.
Walk through the Paiva Passages and admire the stunning views of cliffs, river and waterfalls. The tour ends at the river beach of Espiunca, ideal for relaxing. If you choose the option with lunch, a typical dish of the region will be served.
Important note:
Due to the recent fires, about 2 km of the passages have been destroyed and will not be passed. The remaining route retains all the safety and beauty of this unique experience.
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch (When selected)
- Professional guide
- Other extra expenses from customers
- Gratuities
- Minimum age 6 years
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the options “Hotel pick-up with lunch” and “Hotel pick-up without lunch”.
If you have not selected search in the hotel the meeting point is at Largo Actor Dias near the Fernandinas Walls.
For the options “Meeting point with lunch” and “Meeting point without lunch”.
Largo Actor Dias
4000-192 Porto, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Alvarenga
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Passadicos do Paiva
3 hours Admission Ticket Included
Espiunca
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Individuals with special mobility needs
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that the total duration of the activity may be affected by traffic conditions. We strongly recommend that you do not schedule any additional activity or make other plans in the hour following the scheduled completion time.
- Children should be accompanied by an adult.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If you cancel because you do not meet the minimum number, you will be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- You must inform the operator if the child is under 12 years old, the children will be transported in seats approved according to Article 55 of the Road Code.
- Usually, our tours are conducted in one language, an extra language can be added if there is a minimum number of users The tours are conducted in small groups up to 8.
- The Reservation is mandatory and requires an email request/confirmation. The names of hotels or pick-up places for pick-up reservations must be notified at least 48 hours before the start date of the activity
- Collect : The meeting point is at Largo Actor Dias near the Fernandinas Walls (or at your Hote if selected)
- The services included in the tours (restaurants, etc.) are subject to third party availability and other groups/participants may be with the group during the experience. The schedules may be changed without notice.
- Duration: The duration hours are approximately 9 hours, the tour is subject to local traffic, visits hours, etc.
- Vegetarian and gluten-free meal options are available if requested prior to the Day of Reservation. Let us know before the start of the tour.
- Children under 6 years of age
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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 (WET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Lunch (When selected).
- Professional guide.
- Other extra expenses from customers.
- Gratuities.
- Minimum age 6 years.
The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the From Porto Suspension Bridge 516 Arouca and Passadiços do Paiva is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Individuals with special mobility needs
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for From Porto Suspension Bridge 516 Arouca and Passadiços do Paiva will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch (When selected)
- Professional guide
- Other extra expenses from customers
- Gratuities
- Minimum age 6 years
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Individuals with special mobility needs
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that the total duration of the activity may be affected by traffic conditions. We strongly recommend that you do not schedule any additional activity or make other plans in the hour following the scheduled completion time.
- Children should be accompanied by an adult.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If you cancel because you do not meet the minimum number, you will be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- You must inform the operator if the child is under 12 years old, the children will be transported in seats approved according to Article 55 of the Road Code.
- Usually, our tours are conducted in one language, an extra language can be added if there is a minimum number of users The tours are conducted in small groups up to 8.
- The Reservation is mandatory and requires an email request/confirmation. The names of hotels or pick-up places for pick-up reservations must be notified at least 48 hours before the start date of the activity
- Collect : The meeting point is at Largo Actor Dias near the Fernandinas Walls (or at your Hote if selected)
- The services included in the tours (restaurants, etc.) are subject to third party availability and other groups/participants may be with the group during the experience. The schedules may be changed without notice.
- Duration: The duration hours are approximately 9 hours, the tour is subject to local traffic, visits hours, etc.
- Vegetarian and gluten-free meal options are available if requested prior to the Day of Reservation. Let us know before the start of the tour.
- Children under 6 years of age
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
