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From Porto: 516 Arouca Bridge and Paiva Walkways Guided Tour
5.0(40)Porto8 hours
VIATOR4.9(11)TRIPADVISOR5.0(29)
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At a glance
Duration
8 hours
Price from
$112 / person
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 40 reviews
Languages
PT, EN
Group
Small group, up to 50
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
In the Option that doesnt include Pick-up and Drop-off at the Hotel, the meeting point will be in this location, Vimara Peres Statue. Your driver will be holding a white plate with the "JUST COME" logo.
Start your adventure from Porto with transportation to Arouca. Begin the hike through old village paths. Prepare for the most exciting 516 meters of your life on the 516 Arouca Suspension Bridge, one of the longest suspension pedestrian bridges in the world.
Set off on the Paiva Walkways, an wooden walkway built along the cliffs of the Paiva River. Halfway through, we will rest at Vau River Beach, on hot days, the river invites you to take a refreshing dip, so bring a swimsuit!
After the walk, treat yourself with a charming stop in the town of Arouca, where you can enjoy a drink and typical meal — a traditional Arouquesa roasted veal with a drink of your choice (wine included!). For those who prefer the vegetarian option, we offer a rich and flavorful vegetable feijoada, served with white rice.
At dessert, taste some ancient conventual pastry.
Tour Options
Without Lunch
Pick-up at Hotel without Lunch
Pick-up and Drop-off at Hotel
Pickup included
Pick-up at Hotel with Lunch
Typical Meal
Pick-up and Drop-off at Hotel
Pickup included
With Lunch
Typical Meal: On this Option it's included the Typical Meal + Drinks
Itinerary
Admission included60 min
Prepare for the most exciting 516 meters of your life on the 516 Arouca Suspension Bridge, one of the longest suspension pedestrian bridges in the world. Be suspended by Tibetan-style steel cables in the sky, 175 meters above River Paiva and Aguieiras Waterfall.
Feel as though you’re walking in the air, immersing yourself in an imposing landscape of wild and stunning nature. If you want a more laid-back experience, be transferred to the other side of the bridge by a 4x4.
Admission included180 min
Walk along the Paiva Walkways, stop at scenic viewpoints to snap photos. See the famous zig-zag staircases, riparian forests, waterfalls, and cliffs of the gorge. Halfway through, take a break at Vau River Beach and restore your energy with some traditional snacks, juice, and fresh fruits.
On hot days, take a dip in the river. From here to the end of the trail, get closer to the river. Feel the strength of the rapids through their roaring sounds. After the hike, be driven to the mountain area of Arouca.
Pass by
The Arouca Geopark, it's a classified territory recognized by UNESCO from 2009, that gathers 41 Geosites within an area of 328 square kilometers. It defines Arouca as a territory with a special Geological Heritage, where you can find phenomena such as "Birthing Stones" and "Giant Trilobite Fossils" that are unique on the world and others like "Frecha da Mizarela", the highest waterfall in mainland Portugal, the "Corn Bread Stones" or the "Union Stones", and some more amazing attractions!
Highlights
Interpretative Guide along the walk
Enjoy a typical Portuguese Meal (included on option "With Lunch"). For desert, you'll taste some of the Conventual Pastry from Arouca.
Personal Accident Insurance
All Fees and Taxes
Restore your energy with some traditional snacks, juice, and fresh fruits.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tickets to the Paiva Walkways and the 516 Arouca Bridge
Photo Report
What's included
Included
Interpretative Guide along the walk
Enjoy a typical Portuguese Meal (included on option "With Lunch"). For desert, you'll taste some of the Conventual Pastry from Arouca.
Personal Accident Insurance
All Fees and Taxes
Restore your energy with some traditional snacks, juice, and fresh fruits.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tickets to the Paiva Walkways and the 516 Arouca Bridge
Photo Report
Pickup Locations & Times
Option with Pick-up at the Hotel, the Pick-up will occur at 8h00.
Options with Pick-up at Vimara Peres Statue will occur at 8h30. Your driver will be holding a white plate with the "JUST COME" logo.
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pessoas com mobilididade reduzida
Crianças com menos de 6 anos
Frequently asked questions
How long does From Porto: 516 Arouca Bridge and Paiva Walkways Guided Tour take?
From Porto: 516 Arouca Bridge and Paiva Walkways Guided Tour lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does From Porto: 516 Arouca Bridge and Paiva Walkways Guided Tour cost?
Prices start at $112 per person for this Porto experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel From Porto: 516 Arouca Bridge and Paiva Walkways Guided Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Option with Pick-up at the Hotel, the Pick-up will occur at 8h00.
Options with Pick-up at Vimara Peres Statue will occur at 8h30. Your driver will be holding a white plate with the "JUST COME" logo. Pickup points include MEET_AT_DEPARTURE_POINT, CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyKBIwZ6bcCZWZAghp3u5+pk=.
What languages is From Porto: 516 Arouca Bridge and Paiva Walkways Guided Tour offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is From Porto: 516 Arouca Bridge and Paiva Walkways Guided Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 40 verified reviews; it is run by Just Come - Countryside & Adventure Tours. Most-mentioned highlights: Interpretative Guide along the walk; Enjoy a typical Portuguese Meal (included on option "With Lunch"). For desert, you'll taste some of the Conventual Pastry from Arouca.; Personal Accident Insurance.
Reviews(40)
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David_M
July 2, 2026
516 Arouca bridge and Paiva walkway with Ines
Our guide Ines, was great. Very knowledgeable about the area and the flora and fauna. I was a little worried about the bridge but it was very steady. The sun and heat made the walkway a little uncomfortable but the views were great. The dip in the river at the mid-point was very refreshing. We couldn't continue on the walkway due to it being closed for maintenance. We bought the lunch option. The meal was great in a very nice restaurant followed by an assortment of sweet treats. Our driver Vitor was good. He was good about telling us where we were going and where he'd pick us up after lunch. The Tour provided us with a nice selection of fruit, snacks, and water at the beginning of the trip.
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444mehula
May 23, 2026
Amazing experience at the suspension bridge
Our guide Joao (John) was very knowledgeable & had good sense of humor. He looked after us very well & explained the different trees/plants/flora. Also taught us a lot about the nature & the environment.
To put surprise he took our photos & sent us the link.
We requested vegetarian lunch which was delicious & the local Arouca sweets were heavenly.
We would thoroughly recommend to book with Just Come.
We were transported to the venue by Vitor who was very knowledgeable & he drove carefully through the windy roads.
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jonathandG5674TM
September 28, 2025
GREAT DAY!
Inês was really top, we understood the whole visit in English while not fluent. We ate a typical dish, the transport was top especially with the surprise of the pickup tour, magnificent hike that marks our stay in Porto. Thank you for this day, I recommend this excursion.
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StevenJ_P
September 17, 2025
Porto suspension bridge hike!
John was a great guide along with lots of history and information of plant life as we walked through the forest back down from the suspension bridge!
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Scott_J
September 12, 2025
Fun outdoor activity
Great experience to see the nature and beauty of this area. Suspension bridge and walkways were amazing. Our guide was very knowledgeable.
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Shelley_E
September 6, 2025
Our bridge & walkway experience was greatly enhanced by Joao, our guide
Our guide Joao was fantastic. Being a biologist he was happy to share his knowledge and his input greatly enhanced our day. "Just Come" tours were highly professional, providing backpacks with water & snacks.
Our tour included lunch and the traditional lunch supplied in Arouca was probably the tastiest meal I have had so far in Portugal.
Possibly our only negative was our driver from Porto to the suspension bridge & back. We found his driving a bit erratic, braking hard on the corners, then accelerating. I would suggest he sit in the back of a van while someone drive the same so he understands how a passenger gets thrown around when they don't have a steering wheel to hang onto.
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Anna_D
July 30, 2025
A lot of walking, but beautiful views.
Bridge views are really nice, beautiful nature, worth exploring but over time gets a bit borrowing. 10.5 km end to end. Mostly flat, just with a few hiils and stairs. Our guide did a great job keeping us engaged with knowledge and interaction.
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Stephen_L
June 1, 2025
Worthwhile excursion
Beautiful and enjoyable experience. Guide was great. About 9 km of walking, mostly downhill. Expect this to be hot and sunny during the summer, at the end of May it was warm but pleasant. Transfers from Porto were organized and efficient.
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paulasP652RS
May 25, 2025
Spectacular suspension bridge walk
The sound of the wild river in the valley and the smell of the water made this SPECTACULAR suspension bridge walk unforgettable.
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Stay05350785714
February 28, 2025
Excellent trip with great guides.
Excellent trip with awesome guide and driver, Sergio was a lot of fun, we where the only people on the bridge, so a good photo opportunity for us. Would recommend this trip.
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