Title: Things to Do in Gavieira in 2026 | Expedia.com [Gavieira Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Gavieira.dx3000021401)[Hotels in Gavieira](https://expedia.com/Gavieira-Hotels.d3000021401.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Gavieira](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Gavieira.d3000021401.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Gavieira](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Gavieira.d3000021401.Car-Rental-Guide)[Gavieira Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Gavieira.d3000021401.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Gavieira ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Gavieira Types of activities [Gavieira Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Gavieira.dx3000021401) ![The Sanctuary of #Peneda, built between the 18th and 19th Centuries. According to the legend, in 1220 the Holy Virgin appear to a shepherd at the site where the sanctuary is now located! #PenedaGerêsNationalPark #gerês #minho #minhoportugal #church #instatraveling #mountain #visitportugal #igersportugal #portugalalive #portugalcomefeitos #portugal #sharing_portugal #topportugalphoto #discoverportugal #ig_portugal #portugal_em_fotos #super_portugal #portugalvisuals #portugalemclicks #findout_portugal #amar_portugal #portugallovers #RevealPortugal #weshareportugal #portugaladdict #portugal_gems #travel #travelphotography](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000021401/d1d7df1a-281e-4ae1-b347-636617c61fdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Sanctuary of #Peneda, built between the 18th and 19th Centuries. According to the legend, in 1220 the Holy Virgin appear to a shepherd at the site where the sanctuary is now located! #PenedaGerêsNationalPark #gerês #minho #minhoportugal #church #instatraveling #mountain #visitportugal #igersportugal #portugalalive #portugalcomefeitos #portugal #sharing_portugal #topportugalphoto #discoverportugal #ig_portugal #portugal_em_fotos #super_portugal #portugalvisuals #portugalemclicks #findout_portugal #amar_portugal #portugallovers #RevealPortugal #weshareportugal #portugaladdict #portugal_gems #travel #travelphotography](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000021401/d1d7df1a-281e-4ae1-b347-636617c61fdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![There is a 10k loop #hike in the Peneda-Gerês National Park, which is a medieval path from one village to another. This is one of the highlights of the hike 😎 #nature #mountains #portugal #lake #geres](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000021401/c1b109b6-2edf-4fff-a9c3-2d5184d366ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This photo shows one of my greatest experience of 2019. 🐎❤️ I organize advanced cycling day tours in the Peneda-Geres National Park, and on one occasion we stumbled into a bunch of Garrano #wildhorses. There is always a chance to see them in the Serra da Soajo, but this time there were at least 20 of them. It was a unique experience even for me, although I visit this place quite often. #Geres #Portugal #animals #horses #bicycletour #cycling #nature](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000021401/c066624d-f8bd-4730-9352-08ca9543bc50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Browse things to do in Gavieira by interest Tours & day trips [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=3000021401&location=Gavieira&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) Adventure & outdoor [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=3000021401&location=Gavieira&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) Water activities [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=3000021401&location=Gavieira&filter.categories=Wateractivities) Food, drink & nightlife [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=3000021401&location=Gavieira&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) Private & custom tours [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=3000021401&location=Gavieira&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) Cruises & boat tours [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=3000021401&location=Gavieira&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) History & culture [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=3000021401&location=Gavieira&filter.categories=HistoryCulture) Spa & wellness [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=3000021401&location=Gavieira&filter.categories=SpaWellness) Wildlife & nature [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=3000021401&location=Gavieira&filter.categories=WildlifeNature) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_3000021401) ## Recommended things to do in Gavieira | Number of things to do | 19 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Hiking in the "Mini Tibet" of Portugal](/things-to-do/hiking-in-the-mini-tibet-of-portugal.a48104657.activity-details): $24 | | Top 5 things to do | [Arcos de Valdevez & Peneda-Gerês Guided Buggy Ride](/things-to-do/1h-buggy-tour-arcos-de-valdevez-peneda-geres.a47948269.activity-details)[Multi-activities - Arboring + Rapel + Climbing + Slide](/things-to-do/star-paddle.a2886816.activity-details)[Gerês National Park: Self-guided E-Bike Tour](/things-to-do/geres-national-park-e-bike-tour.a4580754.activity-details)[1h Quad Tour • (price is per vehicle)](/things-to-do/quad-bike-tour-arcos-de-valdevez-and-peneda-geres.a48943739.activity-details)[Rafting on the River Minho in Melgaço](/things-to-do/rafting-on-the-river-minho-in-melgaco.a50034949.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Hiking in the "Mini Tibet" of Portugal](/things-to-do/hiking-in-the-mini-tibet-of-portugal.a48104657.activity-details) | | With kids | [Multi-activities - Arboring + Rapel + Climbing + Slide](/things-to-do/star-paddle.a2886816.activity-details)[Gerês National Park: Self-guided E-Bike Tour](/things-to-do/geres-national-park-e-bike-tour.a4580754.activity-details)[Rafting on the River Minho in Melgaço](/things-to-do/rafting-on-the-river-minho-in-melgaco.a50034949.activity-details)[Private Rafting on the Minho River](/things-to-do/private-rafting-on-the-minho-river.a47552667.activity-details)[Rafting em Melgaço, Rio Minho](/things-to-do/rafting-em-melgaco-rio-minho.a51862136.activity-details) | ## What to do in Gavieira --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Gavieira? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Gavieira #### Santuário da Senhora da Peneda Learn about the local history of Peneda with a stop at Santuário da Senhora da Peneda. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.com/Santuario-Da-Senhora-Da-Peneda-Gavieira.d553248635998005679.Vacation-Attraction) #### Giela Palace You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Giela Palace during your trip to São Paio. Wander the parks and gardens while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Giela-Palace-Arcos-de-Valdevez.d553248623503821096.Vacation-Attraction) #### Rio Vez Park Explore the great outdoors at Rio Vez Park, a lovely green space in São Paio. Discover the area's festivals and spas. [](https://expedia.com/Rio-Vez-Park-Arcos-de-Valdevez.d6318018.Vacation-Attraction) #### Porta Do Mezio 3/5(1 review) Explore the great outdoors at Porta Do Mezio, a lovely green space in Cabana Maior. Experience the area's festivals and art scene. [](https://expedia.com/Porta-Do-Mezio-Arcos-de-Valdevez.d553248623503813550.Vacation-Attraction) #### Chapel of Our Lady of Conception You can learn about the history of Salvador with a visit to Chapel of Our Lady of Conception. Make time to visit the spas and monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Chapel-Of-Our-Lady-Of-Conception-Arcos-de-Valdevez.d6318014.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Gavieira ![Arcos de Valdevez is a beautiful little town on the outskirts of the Peneda Geres National Park in northern Portugal. The quaint cobbled streets and sleepy bars flow out onto the promenade which runs along the river. On warm summer afternoons the shallow waters are filled with bathers seeking refuge from the heat. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128837/7807d3cd-b50c-44ef-87e0-e9d91ef1dddf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Arcos de Valdevez ![Plaza del pueblo de Castro laboreiro, Municipio de Melga√ßo. Norte de Portugal.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144940/eb067573-066b-45f9-b589-bbc1bdd81c99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Melgaço ![The Sanctuary of #Peneda, built between the 18th and 19th Centuries. According to the legend, in 1220 the Holy Virgin appear to a shepherd at the site where the sanctuary is now located! #PenedaGerêsNationalPark #gerês #minho #minhoportugal #church #instatraveling #mountain #visitportugal #igersportugal #portugalalive #portugalcomefeitos #portugal #sharing_portugal #topportugalphoto #discoverportugal #ig_portugal #portugal_em_fotos #super_portugal #portugalvisuals #portugalemclicks #findout_portugal #amar_portugal #portugallovers #RevealPortugal #weshareportugal #portugaladdict #portugal_gems #travel #travelphotography](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000021401/d1d7df1a-281e-4ae1-b347-636617c61fdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Peneda ![Morning walk around my #Hometown village. #happydays #nature #home](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000020946/b070206d-ce12-403a-9dc8-247840b2ddbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sistelo ![This photo shows one of my greatest experience of 2019. 🐎❤️ I organize advanced cycling day tours in the Peneda-Geres National Park, and on one occasion we stumbled into a bunch of Garrano #wildhorses. There is always a chance to see them in the Serra da Soajo, but this time there were at least 20 of them. It was a unique experience even for me, although I visit this place quite often. #Geres #Portugal #animals #horses #bicycletour #cycling #nature](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000021401/c066624d-f8bd-4730-9352-08ca9543bc50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Soajo ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gavieira worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Gavieira? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Gavieira? ### Is three days enough to stay in Gavieira? ### What are some activities to do in Gavieira with kids? > - [Multi-activities - Arboring + Rapel + Climbing + Slide](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/star-paddle.a2886816.activity-details) > - [Gerês National Park: Self-guided E-Bike Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/geres-national-park-e-bike-tour.a4580754.activity-details) > - [Rafting on the River Minho in Melgaço](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/rafting-on-the-river-minho-in-melgaco.a50034949.activity-details) > - [Private Rafting on the Minho River](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/private-rafting-on-the-minho-river.a47552667.activity-details) > - [Rafting em Melgaço, Rio Minho](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/rafting-em-melgaco-rio-minho.a51862136.activity-details) ### What to do in Gavieira for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Gavieira? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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