Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra
Porto, Portugal

Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra

Outty Ranking 69 4.5 · 95 traveler reviews8.5 hoursFrom €22
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Outty Ranking

69/100

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Traveler rating

4.5/5

Based on 95 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra worth booking?

Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra is a 8.5-hour experience in Porto, Portugal, from €22 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 95 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
69 / 100
Rating
4.5/5 (95)
Duration
8.5 hours
From
€22 per person

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 divide the city in 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, depending on the modality choosen, 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 striped 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!

What you get

    About this experience

    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 divide the city in 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, depending on the modality choosen, 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 striped 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!

    What's included

    Included

    • Guided tour in Costa Nova
    • Free time in Aveiro, Costa Nova and Gaia Coast
    • Boat ride in Moliceiro (Depending on option choosen)
    • Separate driver and guide
    • Guided tour in Aveiro
    • Travel reccomendations
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Visit to Capelha do señor da Pedra

    Not included

    • Meals

    What you'll see and do

    1. Porto

      We will meet at the meeting point with our guide. After getting to know each other, we will head to Aveiro, Costa Nova and the Capelha do Senhor da Pedra. Along the way, our guide will tell you about Portuguese culture and history.

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Aveiro

      Once in Aveiro, we will enjoy a guided tour with our guide, who will show us all the corners of Aveiro and explain in detail all the history of the place.

      60 minutes here

    3. Ria de Aveiro

      Then, we will enjoy a ride on the traditional boat called “moliceiro”. Our local guide on board will show us the Ria de Aveiro, its salt pans and all its history.

      45 minutes here · Admission included

    4. Aveiro

      After the visit and the boat ride, we will enjoy free time to enjoy the city and the gastronomy on our own.

      90 minutes here

    5. Casas Tipicas De Costa Nova

      Our next stop is Costa Nova, discover the typical colorful houses and visit one of the most emblematic beaches of Portugal.

      60 minutes here

    6. Capela do Senhor da Pedra

      This picturesque 17th century chapel is located on the rocks of the beach of the same name, in Vila Nova de Gaia. Its privileged location on the granite makes it stand defiantly facing the Atlantic despite not reaching 10 meters in height. Built on a hexagonal plan in 1686 in a place of pagan cults, it stands out for its main altar with baroque carvings and the two side altarpieces surrounding Christ crucified. The access stairway is 150 meters from the promenade, so it is necessary to cross the sand and stones to reach it. This means that, at high tide, it is impossible to reach it on foot, as it is surrounded by the sea.

      30 minutes here

    7. Porto

      Regreso sobre las 17.00h

      60 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Porto

    Meeting point at the monument to King Pedro V, in Batalha Square, in front of the São João National Theatre. To avoid delays, please make sure to arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts. The guide cannot wait for latecomers due to the strict schedule of the itinerary.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Meeting point at the monument to King Pedro V, in Batalha Square, in front of the São João National Theatre. To avoid delays, please make sure to arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts. The guide cannot wait for latecomers due to the strict schedule of the itinerary.

    Options you can book

    • Tour in Spanish with Boat

      This tour is in Spanish and it also includes the cruise

    • Tour in English - No boat

      Tour in English - No cruise: This tour is in English but it does not include the cruise

    • Tour in French - No cruise

    • Tour in English with boat

      This tour is in English and it also includes the cruise

    • Tour in French with boat

    • Tour in Spanish - No cruise

      Tour in Spanish - No boat: This Tour is in Spanish, but it does not include the cruise

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 30 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Buendía

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour will take place rain or shine.
    • On some days, depending on tickets for the boat ride, the order of itinerary could be change. If you choose the option without a boat, you will enjoy free time during that period

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 94 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Organization

    3 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Food and drink

    3 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Traveler reviews

    94 verified traveler reviews for Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    gaayathiri · September 2026

    Mass touristy

    The guides were experienced and explained things. Zara especially has lots of knowledge and experience and views to share on things other than the tour too which was wonderful. I'm used to smaller, non mass touristy tours. Which is not at all what this felt like. Opted for this as I was short on time to really do my research to find a tour that is more to my values. In Aveiro I saw some groups being taken around the salt pans (not included in this tour) whereas after a brief description & walk once we arrived we were left on our own to explore Aveiro. Both before and after the boat trip - the guide on it was very entertaining. The sweets and port wine tasting was after the cruise. I felt that the 2nd stop to see the seaside town can easily be swapped with something more meaningful. The Atlantic coast with its big waves showed it's might. The chapel on the beach which was our last stop - was lovely and was easily the highlight for me. The meeting /pick up was easy. Not so much the drop off. We were dropped off at a completely different spot and had to walk a bit due to some issue which was not explained. Worked out well in the end cos I found a good view point.. If you want to see in depth and understand Aveiro through a tour this is perhaps not it. But if you are ok to be shown the very touristy things and left to your own to explore then go for it. My rating is for the what the tour covered and not for the fantastic guide Zara was.

    via Tripadvisor

    Kathy_J · September 2026

    Aveiro — great tour!

    Aveiro is beautiful ! Our tour guide ZARA and the bus driver were wonderful! The boat ride on the canals was so much fun!

    via Viator

    Samantha_C · September 2026

    Great way to get to Averio in an efficient manner

    A good tour as long as you know what you are signing up for. I had done my research on Averio and knew I didn’t want to take the train there independently. This tour was a great way to get to see Aveiro in a very easy fashion. In Porto you meet your group and hop on a coach line bus for the 1.5 hour journey to Aveiro. There was quite a bit of walking but plenty of time to grab lunch while in Averio, even more if you are not interested in the boat ride which is fine but a bit of a tourist trap. On the way back you stop in Costa Nova which was a highlight for me! Then a short stop at the Capela do Senhor da Pedra in Gaia just long enough to check out the church and have a short break. Our guide Slimmy while new clearly was passionate about Portugal and worked to ensure we had a good experience.

    via Viator

    Graham_I · September 2026

    A really full day which...

    A really full day which overall was a very pleasant experience. Enjoyed all 3 stops, albeit the second and third stops were a bit tight time wise. Very professional trip and a special mention to our English speaking guide Uno who was excellent. He was very knowledgeable and aligned this with a great sense of humour.

    via Viator

    Magnumbazzer · September 2026

    Really nice extended day trip to Aveiro and Costa Nova

    Really nice extended day trip of around eight and a half hours to Aveiro and Costa Nova with a pop in to see Capelha do Senhor da Pedra on the way home. Suitable for all ages and abilities. Our overall group size was particularly large and completely filled a coach but was split into two for the day with one part taken in Spanish (lead by Maria) and our part taken in English and lead by the excellent and funny Nuno. There was no problem at all with it being set up like this and it actually resulted in some interesting cross-group conversations amongst the bi-lingual holiday makers. Most of the time was spent in Aveiro and, as the weather was a little gloomy, we stayed there for lunch rather than moving on to Costa Nova. In my opinion, the ability to be able to change the itinerary at short notice like this, if necessary, makes for a much better day out. Most people took the canal cruise add-on which was definitely worth the extra and saves you wondering what to do whilst everyone else disappears for about 45 minutes! Costa Nova is the second stop and gives the opportunity to see the stripey houses and visit the beach. As we delayed our arrival due to the gloomy weather the beach stop didn't really happen but there was still plenty of time to walk along the sea front and get a snack or drink. Finally, on the way back, you stop at the extremely busy beach at Capelha do Senhor da Pedra and, if the tide is out, can walk to the church. All very picturesque and breaks the jourey back to Porto which is nice. All-in-all a great day out with a knowledgable and funny guide. Thanks Nuno!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    8.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    €22 to €54
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    33
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Buendía, who run 42 experiences we rank across 15 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 62.8.

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    Why this scores 69

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)68
    Review evidence (18% weight)60
    Booking momentum (14% weight)54
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)17
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra: questions travelers ask

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    How much does Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra cost?

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    Prices start at €22 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Porto usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra take?

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    Plan for about 8.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Porto is not rushed.

    Is Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 95 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Porto, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra?

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    Around 33 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Porto can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Porto and add a light layer if any part of the 8.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Porto within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Porto?

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    On Outty we rank every Porto experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center, Douro Valley Small Group Tour: 2 Wineries, Lunch & River Cruise, Best of Porto Walking Tour Small Group Experience and Local Guide. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Porto?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Porto?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

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    What is included in Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra?

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    Included: Guided tour in Costa Nova; Free time in Aveiro, Costa Nova and Gaia Coast; Boat ride in Moliceiro (Depending on option choosen); Separate driver and guide; and Guided tour in Aveiro. Not included: Meals. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra?

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    Meeting point at the monument to King Pedro V, in Batalha Square, in front of the São João National Theatre. To avoid delays, please make sure to arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra offered in?

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    It is offered in English, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra?

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    Across 95 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, organization, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Porto: Aveiro with cruise, Costa Nova, Capelha do Senhor da Pedra?

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    There are 6 options to choose from, including Tour in Spanish with Boat, Tour in English - No boat, Tour in French - No cruise, Tour in English with boat. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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