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title: "Porto: Aveiro, Costa Nova, Válega Church & Senhor Da Pedra"
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/porto/tours/porto-aveiro-costa-nova-v-lega-church-senhor-da-pedra/
type: tour
city: Porto
country: Portugal
price: 46
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.9
reviews: 215
duration_minutes: 450
languages: [en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Coast and churches
rank_in_category: 6 of 9 (Aveiro)
schedule_checked: 2026-08-31
data_updated: 2026-10-04
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/porto-aveiro-costa-nova-v-lega-church-senhor-da-pedra/
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# Porto: Aveiro, Costa Nova, Válega Church & Senhor Da Pedra

**Guidekin's take:** A minibus day along the coast south of Porto: the striped houses of Costa Nova, a guided walk in Aveiro with an optional moliceiro boat ride, the tiled church of Válega and the chapel on the rocks at Miramar. Food and hotel pickup are not included; the boat is a separate tier. 4.9 from 215 reviews at €46 per person.

**Coast and churches:** Choose Without Moliceiro Boat for a guided Aveiro walk, Costa Nova, Válega Church and a Senhor da Pedra stop: 7h 30m at €46 per person. Trade-off: Moliceiro ride excluded at €46 per person. (last checked September 14, 2026)

In our comparison: #6 of 9 in Aveiro, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Discover Aveiro, the “Venice of Portugal,” on a relaxed full-day experience combining coastal landscapes, historic canals, and cultural highlights.

This tour takes you from the iconic striped houses of Costa Nova to the elegant canals of Aveiro, where you’ll enjoy a traditional Moliceiro boat ride, a little guided walking tour, and free time to savour local cuisine or do some sightseeing on your own.

The day concludes with visits to the beautifully tiled Church of Válega and the seaside Chapel of Senhor da Pedra. The Church of Válega stands out for its exterior covered entirely in traditional azulejos, depicting religious and historical scenes.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Calçada da Vandoma,
- Starts 09:00: one departure a day
- Food not included: Food or beverages
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €23: ages 4 to 12

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €46 per person for the SPANISH WITHOUT MOLICEIRO BOAT option; other options up to €59
- Duration: 7h 30m
- Rating: 4.9/5 from 215 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Living Tours
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Start times: 09:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-08-31

## Reviews

4.9 from 215 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 211 of 215.

- 5 stars: 199 (93%)
- 4 stars: 12 (6%)
- 3 stars: 3 (1%)
- 2 stars: 1 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides and varied stops, but multilingual commentary can mean waiting through repeated translations

**Praised:**
- Knowledgeable, friendly guides who explain local history with humour
- Varied stops combining coastal towns, striped houses and churches
- Comfortable vans and a personal feel on smaller group trips
- Time to explore independently between guided stops
- Enjoyable canal boat rides in Aveiro

**Complaints:**
- Some enjoy multilingual guiding while others find repeated translations slow and distracting
- Some want longer in Aveiro while others find too much time is spent there
- Some find the Aveiro walking tour short on information
- A few report fast or erratic driving

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-05-15 to 2026-10-02); last checked 2026-10-04.

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPANISH WITHOUT MOLICEIRO BOAT | €46 / person | Spanish | By choosing this option you are choosing the option without the moliceiro boat ride. |
| ENGLISH WITHOUT MOLICEIRO BOAT | €46 / person | English | By choosing this option you are choosing the option without the moliceiro boat ride. |
| SPANISH - WITH MOLICEIRO BOAT | €59 / person | Spanish | By choosing this option you are choosing the option with the moliceiro boat ride. |
| ENGLISH WITH MOLICEIRO BOAT | €59 / person | English | By choosing this option you are choosing the option with the moliceiro boat ride. |

## What's included

- Panoramic stop at Aveiro Train Station
- Visit to Costa Nova beach and colourful fishermen’s houses
- 45-minute Moliceiro boat ride (if selected)
- Visit to the Church of Válega
- Guided walking tour of Aveiro’s city centre
- Transport in a comfortable, air-conditioned minibus
- Visit to Senhor da Pedra Chapel in Miramar
- Professional tour guide specialized on the destination

## Not included

- Personal expenses.
- Gratuities (optional).
- Food or beverages
- Hotel pick up and drop off or transfer.

## Itinerary

1. **Porto** (1h) - Departure from Porto
2. **Costa Nova** (1h) - Arrival in Costa Nova. Enjoy a relaxed walk along the beach and through the famous striped fishermen’s houses, one of the most iconic coastal landscapes in Portugal. Free time for photos and exploration
3. **Ria de Aveiro** (1h; admission included) - Moliceiro Boat Ride (Aveiro)
4. **Aveiro** (1h) - After the cruise, enjoy a guided walking tour through Aveiro’s historic centre, passing Art Nouveau buildings, the fish market, the canals, and Aveiro Cathedral. Learn about the city’s fishing and salt-trading heritage and have some free time to explore on your own.
5. **Aveiro Railway Station** (pass by, no stop) - Short stop to admire the beautiful azulejo tile panels decorating the historic train station, illustrating scenes of local culture and traditions.
6. **Aveiro** (30m) - Leave Aveiro heading north towards the parish of Válega.
7. **Igreja Matriz de Santa Maria de Valega** (30m; admission included) - Visit the Church of Válega, renowned for its stunning azulejo-covered exterior and interior. Approximately 30 minutes to explore and admire this unique landmark.
8. **Capela do Senhor da Pedra** (45m) - Visit the stunning 17th-century seaside chapel built on the rocks overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Time to enjoy the dramatic coastal scenery and take memorable photos.
9. **Porto** (1h) - Return Journey to Porto. Approx. 16:30 – Arrival in Porto

## Schedule

- Runs: Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun
- Departures: 09:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-08-31
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

Calçada da Vandoma, Porto – just next to Porto Cathedral (Sé do Porto). Look out for our friendly staff dressed in red and clearly identified with Living Tours.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ3ZRb8wxlJA0RYfwfRBlnhME

Ends: Rua de Alexandre Herculano, Porto (near Batalha Square).

## Good to know

- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

## Compared with other Aveiro

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #6 of 9** | €46 | 7h 30m | 4.9 (215) | shared |
| [Porto to Lisbon Up to 4 Stops: Aveiro, Nazare, Fatima & Obidos](/portugal/porto/tours/porto-to-lisbon-up-to-4-stops-aveiro-nazare-fatima-obidos/?format=md) | €213 | 4h | 4.96 (1067) | private |
| [Lisbon to Porto Up to 4 Stops: Obidos, Nazare, Fatima and Aveiro](/portugal/porto/tours/lisbon-to-porto-up-to-4-stops-obidos-nazare-fatima-and-aveiro/?format=md) | €213 | 4h | 4.95 (544) | private |
| [From Porto ↔ Lisbon with up to 4 stops : Aveiro, Nazaré, Óbidos](/portugal/porto/tours/from-porto-lisbon-with-up-to-4-stops-aveiro-nazar-bidos-5556807P3/?format=md) | €197 | 8h | 5.0 (94) | private |

Ranked #6 of 9 in Aveiro by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €46 to €213, median €180; typical length 4h. 5 of 9 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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