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Walking Tour in the Portuguese Camino de Santiago

Duration 13 Days
dates March - November
Type Self Guided
distance 226 km
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|Walking Tour in the Portuguese Camino de Santiago

The way to Santiago de Compostela is an ancient pilgrimage route that provides unforgettable experiences to those who travel along it. A Pilgrimage is an act of faith. It is a Way and, as such, it presupposes an itinerary but it does not stop at that. It must be associated with an intention and an objective, nourishing the motivation and awakening inner search, thus bringing about spiritual enrichment.

The tracks and paths go gently north along ancient routes and across historic cities, woodlands, churches, medieval bridges, stone altars and little watercourses. Admire the beautiful estuaries of Vigo and Pontevedra, enjoy the town of Caldas de Reis and discover the history of Padrón and its stone treasure. Enter Santiago de Compostela's Cathedral and embrace the spiritual enrichment of Saint James. Visit the historic city centre of Santiago de Compostela and be enchanted by its traditions and its typical cuisine.

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Daily Itinerary
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Daily Itinerary

Day 01
Arrival to Porto
The richness of its monumental and artistic heritage, the Port Wine cellars, the many spots dedicated to leisure and culture are only some of the reasons that invite you to visit Porto. Your hotel is located in Porto downtown, near the Douro river, within a walking distance of the famous wine cellars.
Overnight in Porto.
Day 02
Stage 1: Mosteiró - Arcos (Vila do Conde) (17 km | 11 mi)
Private Transfer from Porto to Mosteiró. A member of our team will meet you at the hotel to welcome you and provide a full briefing and all the documentation you’ll need. You will then be taken to Mosteiró, to begin your first stage of the Portuguese Way to Santiago.
Enjoy the rural scenery of peaceful villages surrounded by agricultural land and patches of forest. Cross two splendid Romanesque bridges on the way to the village of Arcos.
Overnight in Arcos (Vila do Conde).
Day 03
Stage 2: Arcos (Vila do Conde) – Barcelos (20 km | 13 mi)
Your journey starts from Arcos towards the village of Rates with its imposing Romanesque church. See the legendary stone in Pedra Furada and the attractive bridge from Barcelinhos while headed into historical Barcelos, a small city full of interesting architecture and crafts.
Overnight in Barcelos.
Day 04
Stage 3: Barcelos - Balugães (15 km | 10 mi)
After Barcelos, a more rural and picturesque landscape follows you, as you pass through hamlets and villages and witness traditional farming practices. Towards the end of this stage, you'll find the 12th century Ponte das Tábuas.
Overnight in Balugães.
Day 05
Stage 4: Balugães - Ponte de Lima (18 km | 12 mi)
Walk through rural roads and magnificent countryside until you reach the picturesque town of Ponte de Lima. Enter Ponte de Lima along the river. Time your walk so that you can enjoy the historical centre and gardens, or take your time to sit by the river for a while.
Overnight in Ponte de Lima.
Day 06
Stage 5: Ponte de Lima - Cossourado (Paredes de Coura) (22 km | 14 mi)
As soon as you leave the medieval town of Ponte de Lima you´ll return to the rural world. When you reach Labruja mountain, you have an uphill 2 km that are the most demanding of the whole Portuguese Way to Santiago, but the views are worth the effort.
Once you’re over the hill, it’s an easy walk to complete this stage.
Overnight in Cossourado.
Day 07
Stage 6: Cossourado (Paredes de Coura) – Valença (14 km | 9 mi)
Today's stage journey starts by leaving the valley of the River Coura and climbing gently to São Bento da Porta Aberta. You’ll pass some small villages and a section of lovely woodland before hitting the urban approach to Valença.
Overnight in Valença.
Day 08
Stage 7: Valença - O Porriño (20 km | 13 mi)
Cross the International Bridge over the River Minho into Spain and visit the medieval town of Tui. Our recommended detour cuts out O Porriño’s industrial zone, allowing you to spend most of your day amid forests and fields.
Overnight in O Porriño.
Day 09
Stage 8: O Porriño - Arcade (22 km | 14 mi)  
Start your way, leave O Porriño, cross a series of villages and move up through the pine forest of Chan das Pipas. You will pass Redondela, where the central route and the coastal route merge. End the day in the small riverside town of Arcade, renowned for its oysters.
Overnight in Arcade.
Day 10
Stage 9: Arcade - Pontevedra (13 km | 8 mi)
What a pleasant journey this stage is. You´ll start walking at the small city of Arcade and the Way will take you on ancient stone paths through the woods and along the River Tomeza, surrounded by trees and birdsong. When you arrive at Pontevedra, don’t miss the historic city centre, filled with tapas bars.
Overnight in Pontevedra.
Day 11
Stage 10: Pontevedra - Caldas de Reys (22 km | 14 mi)
Today’s walk to Caldas to Reis takes you through attractive countryside and a section of forest, reaching the riverside spa town of Caldas de Reis. Soothe your feet in one of Caldas de Reis’ thermal springs when you arrive.
Overnight in Caldas de Reys.
Day 12
Stage 11: Caldas de Reys – Padron (19 km | 12 mi)
This stage begins with an easy ascent through a series of small villages and the delightful Valga forest. You’ll see several attractive churches and stone crosses on the way to Padrón, the riverside town where St. James’s body is said to have been first laid to rest by his faithful followers.
Overnight in Padron.
Day 13
Stage 12: Padron - Santiago de Compostela (25 km | 16 m)
The final stage of the Camino is largely through the countryside, with a reasonable amount of shade. Only the final few kilometres are in busy urban areas and, once you enter the ancient narrow streets of the medieval centre of Santiago, the atmosphere changes with your approach to the cathedral square. Enter the medieval centre of Santiago, make your way to the magnificent cathedral and end your Camino.
Overnight in Santiago de Compostela.
Day 14
Departure
After breakfast, end of services.
Make your way or we can arrange a Private Transfer from Santiago to Porto (optional).
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Dates & Prices


From 985.00€/person  |  Min. 2 participants

Single Supplement: From 485€

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Included
 
  • 13 nights with breakfast on selected accommodations;
  • Luggage transfers – 1 bag per person – up to 15kg/bag;
  • 24 hours support line;
  • Private Transfer from Porto to Vilar do Pinheiro;
  • Pilgrim Kit: Credencial (passport) and Vieira (shell);
  • Road book with detailed route descriptions and elevation profiles;
  • Personal Accident Insurance.

 
Extra Services
 
  • Dinners at the hotels during the way (11 dinners excluding Porto and Santiago): 252€/pax
  • Extra night in Porto (Hotel 3*): 144€ double bedroom / 110€ single bedroom
  • Extra night in Santiago (Hotel 3*): 137€ double bedroom / 120€ single bedroom
  • Private Transfer Porto Airport – Porto (up to 4 pax): 50€/car /(up to 7 pax): 75€/car
  • Private Transfer Santiago -  Airport Santiago (up to 4 pax): 60€/car /(up to 7 pax): 80€/car
    Private Transfer Santiago - Porto (up to 4 pax): 330€/car /(up to 7 pax): 370€/car
  • GPS device (rental): 90€

 
Not included
 
  • Transfers from and to the airport;
  • Dinners and Lunches;
  • Museum and Monuments fees;
  • Personal equipment;
  • Other personal expenses;
  • Touristic taxes;
  • All items not mentioned in “included”.

 

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