Santiago De Compostela Bicycle Trips

Bikes pick up was excellent. Biclas and Triclas made sure we had bikes that fitted us and all necessary equipment was provided. Did not have any issues with them. Routes provided were spot on with no issues with navigation. Bear in mind that some parts of the route could not be traversed by bikes so some self made detours are required or bike pushing done. This added to the experience. Luggage transportation was flawless with only a minor delay in one leg due to us being too quick. Accommodations were very good with hot showers and comfortable beds. Only one hotel did not have adequate air conditioning but it was in an isolated country area and staff were fantastic in trying their best to make it better. Breakfasts could have started a little earlier for Camiño travelers as we tried to beat the hottest part of the day. Dinners were good and we never went to sleep hungry. Overall an excellent experience.

Fantastic organisation to ensure our trip went smoothly. Great communication and support for the trip. The navigation system was excellent and easy to follow. Our accommodation and food were fabulous. Great value for money and we thoroughly enjoyed the bike ride.

Utilizing the Camino trail during wet, muddy and crowded trails was challenging. We were traveling during the Easter holiday which looking back was not a good decision. Would advise others to consider the time of year when traveling.

Overall, a great adventure. Luggage transfer was flawless. Breakfast was good as well. Accommodation provided was fine with the only issue being wet gear and no service to clean or dry. Outside facilities were limited and often involved at least a few hours waiting to use the washer/dryer. Not the best when you have been soaked for days. Porto bike rental was outstanding. Took the time to show me the use of all aspects of the e-bike as I had never used one for my training for the Camino. Portuguese marking of the route needs to be upgraded; substandard and easy to get off track. I believe the Littoral route is easy for walkers to follow and wooden platforms and paths are well designed for walkers. I had to carry my bike up stairs. The Coastal route needs signage in a big way. Google maps is helpful, but often takes a route that is not marked or may take you in a meandering way. Washed out areas and a tree or two that fell on the route were minor obstacles. Galicia, Spain was much better marked by the famous clamshell. The ferry from Portugal to Spain is not working, so some travellers were somewhat panicked as booking online was going nowhere. This has nothing to do with them but the water taxi in a speedboat in the fog to a vacant beach with no one around is a memory I will always remember! Roads and paths into Santiago well laid out and marked. The directions to the office for certification were spot on. The Vigo to Pontevedra section is challenging; some sections you have to walk your bike up as the rocks are too big to navigate and washed out the gravel and dirt. Not a problem but requires significant effort. I am 69 and fit and enjoyed the social aspect of chatting with those along the way.

What a great trip. Well planned and the accommodation was great. Some places better than others but overall very good. Ride distances were good. Some terrain was a bit tricky and could have alternate routes but overall excellent!

We (4) did the coastal Camino route starting in Porto. It was a well organised trip with seamless check-in and baggage transfers, some price gouging on extra luggage. Great accommodation, food and good quality bikes. Highly recommend.