Portuguese Way Cycle - Coast and Camino
- Best price guaranteed
- No booking fees
- COVID-19protected
- Bicycle tour
- Young Adults
- duration 8 days
- tour type Private
- age requirement 18-99 yrs
- max group size 12
- guiding method Self-guided
- Tour Code BM-20387
- Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
- Operated in English
- Experiencing both the Atlantic Coast and the Camino by bike
- Arriving into Santiago with its historic cathedrals and impressive architecture
- Enjoying a quieter pilgrimage route
- Cycling in both Portugal and Spain
Cycle between Porto and Santiago along the coastal route before joining the Camino in Baiona. The Portuguese Coastal Way is a stunning alternative to the main route of the Portuguese Camino. The first half of this tour will have you cycling along the Atlantic coast, enjoying the view of the wild coastline and passing charming seaside towns en route. A ferry crossing will bring you from Portugal into Spain, where you will then join the traditional Portuguese Camino route and pedal into the famed city of Santiago de Compostela.
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Day 1 : Arrive Porto
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Day 2 : Cycle to Esposende (55km / 34mi)
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Day 3 : Continue along the coast to Praia de Ancora (42km / 26mi)
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Day 4 : Short cycle, then ferry at Caminha in Spain, continue by bike to Baiona (44km / 27.5mi)
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Day 5 : Join the Camino and cycle to Pontevedra (53km / 33mi)
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Day 6 : To Padron (40km / 25mi)
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Day 7 : On to Santiago (24km / 15mi)
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Day 8 : Trip concludes Santiago de Compostela
- 7 nights in a combination of 3-4 star hotels & farmhouse B&Bs on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities
- 7 breakfasts, 5 dinners - Breakfasts are usually continental inclusive of breads, cheese, ham, tea, coffee & juices. Dinner will consist of 3 courses, usually starting with a salad, followed by a chicken, red meat, fish or pasta dish & finishing with a dessert of fruit or cakes.
- Mountain bike rental (standard model) with helmet, handlebar bag, panniers, water bottle, repair kit, lock & pump (gel saddle, toe clips, SPD pedals, bike upgrade options available: Advanced model MTB, electric touring e-bike, e-MTB - supplement applies) A standard trekking bike is also available on request. Please specify your preferred bike type when booking
- Luggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excess
- Digital information pack with route notes, maps & GPX
- Pilgrim's Passport
- Emergency hotline
- Travel to Porto and from Santiago de Compostela
- Meals not listed as included, drinks
- Travel insurance - mandatory
- Advanced model MTB, electric touring e-bike, e-MTB - supplement applies
- Entrance fees
- Guide – this is a self guided cycling holiday
- A supplement will apply if you are travelling solo or book a single room
- Entrance fees not listed as included
- Transfers not listed as included
- Transfers by taxi or public transport if you need to skip a stage
- Excess luggage
- We recommend bringing a handlebar phone holder – to follow the route more easily using GPX files
- Items of a personal nature
- Earn US$ 65+ in travel credits.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Portuguese Way Cycle - Coast and Camino tour. You can cancel the tour up to 72 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 71 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 07 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 07 June 2024, a deposit of 189 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 71 days before trip departure.
Travel InsurancePortuguese Way Cycle - Coast and Camino tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Portuguese Way Cycle - Coast and Camino tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
For Solo TravelersA twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.
COVID-19 Safety MeasuresThis trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
- All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure.