Portuguese Coastal Camino

Premium Tour

Guided Camino

LENGTH

13 Days

DIFICULTY

Moderate

START & END

Porto - Finisterre

DISTANCE

150km

GROUP SIZE

Min 8 Max 16

LODGING

Superior

From 4.350€ / per person

 4.5/5

LENGTH

13 Days

DIFICULTY

Moderate

START & END

Porto - Finisterre

DISTANCE

150 Km

GROUP SIZE

MIN 8 - MAX 16

ACCOMMODATION

Superior

From 4.350€ / per person

 4.5/5

OVERVIEW

Experience wonderful natural landscapes, beaches, cliffs, boat trips, forests and the cultural history of this millenary route through the Camino de Santiago Portuguese of the Coast.

Enjoy the best accommodations such as Paradores and a careful selection of the best cuisine and wines from Spain and Portugal!

GALLERY / PHOTOS

french way catedral de santiago de compostela

HIGHLIGHTS

Camino de Santiago
World Heritage
Medieval route
Unspoilt traditional villages
Wine regions

Local producers
Discover the true hinterlands of Portugal and Spain
Exclusive accommodations
Eat wonderful seafood, shellfish and drink albariño
National Paradors

ITINERARY

Day 1. Arrive in Porto

Porto - Camino de Santiago de la costa Your Camino begins in the city of Porto on the banks of the River Douro. This is Portugal’s second-largest city and one of Europe’s oldest, with a population of 1.5 million and 2000 years of history. Not only is Porto’s World Heritage-listed center filled with history, it’s also home to colorful houses and winding cobblestone streets lined with wine bars and seafood restaurants.

At 15.00h at the lobby the hotel your guide will briefly outline the coming few days of walking and answer any questions.Then we will go to visit the historic center of the city, including a visit to a famous Porto winery for a wine, after which we will have a lively typical Portuguese dinner with Fados.

Accommodation: Hotel 4 stars. Porto

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Included Activities: Wine tasting

Day 2. Stage. Obelisco da Memoria - Vila do Conde 16 km

After breakfast we will be transferred from Porto to Obelisco da Memoria where we will start our Camino. We follow the Way along the beautiful Portuguese coast going by many quaint villages and beaches until we reach the town of Vila do Conde. Lunch in a typical restaurant for a menu of Portuguese food. Then we will travel in our bus to the city of Viana do Castelo. Climb on the funicular to the Santa Luzia mountain, to discover spectacular views of the city, visit the Sacred Heart of Jesus Shrine.

Accommodation: Hotel 4 stars. Viana do Castelo

Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Included Activities: Visit to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Shrine.

Day 3. Stage. Vila Praia de Ancora - A Guarda 18 km

An exciting day as you cross from Portugal into Spain. Continue along the coastline towards Caminha, where you’ll need to take a ferry across the River Minho to Galicia. After disembarking the ferry it’s a short walk to A Guarda. Visit to the Monte de Santa Tegra, an ancient Celtic settlement, which offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and Galicia’s verdant countryside. A Guarda – a fisherman’s port – is also known for its shellfish, where we will have a delicious lunch.

Accommodation: Parador/ Hotel 4 stars. Baiona

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Included Activities: Visit to the Monte de Santa Tegra

Day 4. Stage. Baiona – Samil 19 km

Today, the way out of the gorgeous town of Baiona will have you alongside a sandy beach for most of the day. You will enjoy fantastic views of the Bay of Vigo, with the magnificent Illas Cíes and its Natural Park on the horizon..You will have regular opportunity to stop in a local cafe along the beach. You will then enter a typical galician entrance of Vigo to Samil.

Accommodation: Hotel 4 stars. Vigo

Meals: Breakfast and dinner

Day 5. Stage. Vigo - Redondela 14 km

Today we will complete our stage at the foot of the Camino de la Costa, from the outskirts of Vigo to Redondela. A stage that will offer us spectacular views of the Vigo estuary. After the walk we will finish our stage with a meal in a traditional tavern in this part of Spain, a “Furancho”. Transfer back to Vigo

Accommodation: Hotel 4 stars. Vigo

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Included Activities: Visit of Furancho

Day 6. Stage. Ponte Sampaio - Pontevedra 13 km

On this day, we will walk from Ponte Sampaio to the center of Pontevedra (13 km). After our stage we will have a splendid lunch in a downtown restaurant, where we will taste the best of Galician cuisine. Accommodation and dinner at the 4 **** hotel in Pontevedra. Previously our guides will make a walk through the historic center of Pontevedra to visit among other places the Shrine of the Pilgrim MTA.

Accommodation: Hotel 4 stars

Meals: Breakfast an dinner

Included Activities: wine tasting

Day 7. Stage. Combarro - Armenteira 12 km

We continue our Camino de Santiago by “Variante Espiritual”, following the route that was followed 2,000 years ago by the remains of the Apostle Santiago on his transfer from Palestine to Santiago de Compostela. We begin the day with a visit to the Monastery of Poio and its beautiful mosaics dedicated to the Camino de Santiago. After this visit we will move to the beautiful fishing village of Combarro and then we start our stage on foot to the Monastery of Armenteira. Another stage in full nature through forests to Armenteira. Lunch in the area of Armenteira and visit the Monastery. Transfer back to Pontevedra and free time to get to know this beautiful city.

Accommodation: Hotel 4 stars/Parador. Pontevedra

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Included Activities: Visit to the Monastery of Poio

Day 8. Stage. Armenteira - Ponte Arnelas 13km

This journey will take us from Armenteira to Ponte Arnelas, covering the route of “Stone and Water Route“, a path that borders the small river Armenteira, framed by exuberant vegetation and peaceful and picturesque corners. We continue in a northerly direction passing through Ribadumia and Ponte Arnelas, to reach the coast in Vilanova de Arousa.

At the end of our stage we will move to Cambados to enjoy a visit to an exclusive winery, where we will taste in a unique environment the best typical Albariño wines of the Rías Bajas and a selection of tapas After lunch, we will move to our hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel 4 stars /Parador. Cambados

Meals: Breakfast and Tapas lunch

Included Activities: Wine tasting

Day 9. Stage. Vilanova de Arousa - Padrón (by boat) 28 km

In this stage, from Vilanova to Pontecesures, the maritime route begins, the so-called Traslatio. After setting sail in Vilanova, we go up the beautiful Ría de Arousa until it reaches the mouth of the Ulla River and navigates its last stretch to the final destination. Along the way, you can see the only maritime or fluvial way of the cross in the world, a collection of 17 crosses that mark the route of the Apostle. According to tradition, the stone boat with the body of Santiago reached Iria Flavia, near the current town of Padrón and it is at this point that the Spiritual Variant rejoins the Portuguese Central Way.

We will visit Padrón, famous for its peppers and ascend to the place known as Santiaguiño do Monte, where the Jacobean tradition also indicates that the Apostle preached during his trip to Roman Hispania. Lunch at a restaurant in Padrón.

Accommodation: Hotel 4 stars. Padron

Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Included Activities: Visit the town of Padron

Day 10. Stage. Padrón - Milladoiro 18km

Today’s stage of this Camino begins in Padron, to take us through the beautiful village of Iria Flavia (Old Roman episcopal see until the foundation of Santiago), the Church of Picaraña, and many other villages and forests to Milladoiro, at the gates of Santiago, from where we will already glimpse the towers of the Cathedral.

Accommodation: Hotel 4 stars/ Country house. Milladoiro

Meals: Breakfast and dinner

Day 11. Santiago de Compostela

Finally the great day has come!!! We will walk together on our last steps until we reach the magnificent Plaza del Obradoiro in Santiago and thus complete our pilgrimage in time for the Pilgrim’s Mass at noon!! In the evening we will have a very special farewell dinner full of surprises , we will receive our certificate of visit to the Cathedral issued by the Cathedral Chapter.

Accommodation: Hotel 4 stars. Santiago

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Included Activities: Pilgrim’s Mass

Day 12. Finisterre

After breakfast, we will have a complete visit of the historical center with a local guide, to get to know the corners and the history of this Holy City created around the Sepulcher of the Apostle.

After these visits, we will go to the perfect epilogue of our pilgrimage, Finisterre, the end of the world baptized by the Romans and that today is the final goal of many pilgrims, who continue walking until the end of the world known in antiquity. We will have lunch in the port of Finisterre, with the best products from the Galician coasts, after which we will visit the lighthouse, its cliffs and the famous 0 (zero) kilometer of the Camino de Santiago. Before returning to Santiago, we will make another brief stop in Muxía, another Jacobean landmark, and its Sanctuary of the Virgin of La Barca, who appeared to Santiago on a stone boat in the sea when he was preaching on Iberian lands . Return to Santiago

Accommodation: Hotel 4 stars. Santiago

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Included Activities: Guided tour of the city

Day 13. Santiago

After breakfast, the end of our services. But we do not say goodbye, we say “see you later” … until the next Camino …

Transfer to the airport or train station to start the return home.

Buen Camino!!

TOUR GUIDE

Lorenzo Merin

The Camino Portugues, is a stunning alternative, for pilgrims looking for a more rural experience on the Camino de Santiago.

Pilgrims pass beautiful towns, villages and scenic countryside and coastal views.

INCLUSIONS

INCLUDED

Transportation by private Minibus
Meal services as detailed in the itinerary (Drinks included)
Accommodation in Superior and Historic hotels
Expert English speaking guide
Snacks and fruit, as well as water throughout the tour.
Pilgrim’s kit (Backpack included)
Informational program and route map
Visits with local guides
Tickets to monuments and particular sights.
Management of the “Compostela” certificate at the Santiago Pilgrims Office
Travel insurance.
Photos of your camino
Farewell dinner
Private transfer from Santiago to the airport or train station.

EXCLUDED

Flights/trains
Extra drinks
Single supplement 1.390€

OPTIONAL INCLUSIONS

Extra nights
Day trips

DATES & PRICES 2024

Starting / Ending

June 21, 2024 / July 03, 2024

Avaiability / Prices From

Available / Eur €4,350

Starting / Ending

September 08, 2024 / September 20, 2024

Avaiability / Prices From

Available / Eur €4,350

WHAT TO EXPECT

This trip has an activity rating of moderate; travelers should be experienced hikers, physically fit, and prepared for multiple hours of activity each day, as well as some full-day hikes. Hikes range from 3 to 6 hours (5 to 13 miles) on good trails with moderate to steep grades. Vehicle support is provided at various points along the way.
Accommodations
We will stay 12 nights in Historic hotels and Paradores that are ideally located and reflect Portuguese and Spanish charm.
Expedition Team
One or two seasoned adventure guides will lead this trip, often accompanied by local guides.

MAP

REVIEWS

Penelope White

Wonderful in every way!! Starting with a lovely opening introduction to the tour and to the group, we felt in good hands right from the start. Every day was filled with great walks, views, delicious meals, and often — surprises! Our guides were AMAZING!

19 Sep 2022

Mel and Derek

A great trip, with a wonderful group of fellow travellers. Incredibly well lead by Helder. Enabled an opportunity to get to know a little about Spain and to appreciate the diverse nature and history of the country.

19 May 2022