Aveiro, Costa Nova & Coimbra Full-Day Private Tour from Porto

Discover three of the most fascinating destinations in central Portugal on a full-day private tour from Porto. Visit the colourful canals and historic centre of Aveiro, admire the traditional striped houses of Costa Nova and explore the rich history of Coimbra, home to one of Portugal’s oldest and most prestigious universities.

Travel comfortably in a private vehicle with a local professional driver, with convenient round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off in Porto included. This is a private experience, meaning only you and your group will take part in the tour.

Explore Aveiro, Costa Nova & Coimbra in One Day

Start your journey with pickup directly from your accommodation in Porto and travel comfortably towards Aveiro.

Known as the “Venice of Portugal”, Aveiro is famous for its picturesque canals, traditional moliceiro boats and beautiful historic architecture. Explore the historic centre and enjoy the opportunity to see the city from the water with a traditional moliceiro boat cruise.

Continue to Costa Nova, a charming coastal destination known for its iconic colourful striped houses and traditional seaside character. Take time to explore the area, enjoy the scenery and discover one of Portugal’s most recognisable coastal villages.

The tour then continues to Coimbra, a historic city with a rich cultural and academic heritage. Visit the impressive University of Coimbra, explore the Old Cathedral of Coimbra (Sé Velha de Coimbra) and discover the historic centre with its monuments, traditional streets and centuries of Portuguese history.

After exploring Coimbra, relax during the return journey to Porto, where you will be dropped off at your accommodation.

Tour Highlights

AVEIRO HISTORICAL CENTRE
Explore the charming historic centre of Aveiro, with its canals, traditional architecture and colourful urban landscape.

TRADITIONAL MOLICEIRO BOAT RIDE
Experience Aveiro’s famous canals from a traditional Portuguese moliceiro boat and enjoy a different perspective of the city.

COSTA NOVA
Visit Costa Nova and admire its famous colourful striped houses, traditional architecture and coastal atmosphere.

UNIVERSITY OF COIMBRA
Discover one of Portugal’s most important historic universities and one of the highlights of Coimbra.

OLD CATHEDRAL OF COIMBRA
Visit the historic Sé Velha de Coimbra and discover an important example of Portuguese medieval architecture.

HISTORICAL CENTRE OF COIMBRA
Explore the historic streets and monuments of Coimbra and discover the city’s rich cultural heritage.

What's Included

• Local professional driver
• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Porto
• Round-trip private transportation
• Wi-Fi
• Bottled water
• Private tour exclusively for your group

Departure & Return

Departure point:
Traveler pickup is available from your accommodation in Porto.

After completing your booking, you can coordinate the exact pickup details directly with your driver.

Return:
After the tour, you will be driven back to your accommodation in Porto.

Itinerary

1. Porto – Hotel Pickup
Pickup from your accommodation in Porto and departure towards Aveiro.

2. Aveiro
Visit the historic centre of Aveiro and explore the city’s famous canals. Enjoy the opportunity to take a traditional moliceiro boat cruise.

3. Costa Nova
Stop at Costa Nova to discover its colourful traditional houses and enjoy the coastal scenery.

4. Coimbra
Visit the University of Coimbra, the Old Cathedral of Coimbra and the historic centre.

5. Return to Porto
Relax during the journey back to Porto and enjoy drop-off at your accommodation.

Important Information

• Minimum booking: 2 people per booking
• Maximum group size: 8 travellers
• Private tour: Only your group will participate
• Infant seats: Available upon request
• Hotel pickup: Available from accommodation in Porto
• Pickup details: Can be coordinated directly with your driver after booking

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time of the experience.

A Private Day Trip from Porto

This Aveiro, Costa Nova & Coimbra private tour from Porto is an ideal way to discover some of central Portugal’s most distinctive destinations in a single day, without the hassle of organising public transportation or managing multiple connections.

With private transportation, hotel pickup and drop-off, a local driver and a flexible experience for your group, you can enjoy the journey comfortably while discovering the history, culture, architecture and traditional character of Aveiro, Costa Nova and Coimbra.