The Portuguese Camino - Porto to Tui

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5 Based on 1 Review
  • duration 8 days
  • tour type Private
  • age requirement 18-99 yrs
  • max group size 15
  • guiding method Self-guided
  • Tour Code BM-20383
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Porto, Portugal
  • Ends Santiago De Compostela, Spain
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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Discovering on foot the river valleys, small villages and pilgrimage sites along the Camino Portugués
  • Exploring the historical centres of Porto, Barcelos and Ponte de Lima
  • Experiencing culinary delights and the port wine varieties of the area
  • Enjoying the hospitality of family run hotels
Start in Porto and end in Santiago De Compostela, the tour "Portuguese Camino - Porto To Tui" is a self-guided walking trip that takes 8 days. You will be traveling through Porto, Barcelos, Pecene and 5 other destinations in Portugal and Spain. "The Portuguese Camino - Porto To Tui" is a private tour which includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others. Please see the package includes section for further details.

Walk from Porto to the Spanish border town of Tui on stage three of the Camino Portugués. Considered the most spiritually connected pilgrimage route, following the path St James' body took to its resting place at the site of Santiago de Compostela, this quiet stage offers a wealth of history. From the lively city of Porto, set on the banks of the Douro River and famous for its port wine production, the journey north travels through small hamlets, past eucalyptus and pine woods, over ancient bridges and through larger market towns dating back to Roman times. Throughout the journey there are ample reminders of past pilgrims and the route offers many insights into the religious significance of the Camino. Visually stunning in parts, there are many advantages in walking the Portugués route with the ascent up to the highest point on the trail at Alto da Portela Grande (405m) rewarded with sweeping views of the Lima Valley below. This is the third of four stages on our self-guided walking along the Portuguese Camino.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1 : Arrive Porto
  • Day 2 : Transfer to Vilar do Pinheiro and walk to Arcos (4hrs, 19km/11.8mi)
  • Day 3 : Walk to the market town of Barcelos (5hrs, 20km/12.4mi)
  • Day 4 : Continue to Balugaes (4.5hrs, 16km/9.9mi)
  • Day 5 : Walk to Ponte de Lima, the oldest town in Portugal (5.5hrs, 17km/10.5mi)
  • Day 6 : Along delightful trails and crossing small hills en route to Pecene (6.5hrs, 22km/13.6mi)
  • Day 7 : The last stage to the Spanish border at Tui (4.5hrs, 15km/9.3mi)
  • Day 8 : Trip concludes
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • 7 nights in comfortable hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities (optional upgrade to parador in Tui - supplement applies)
Meals
  • 7 breakfasts and 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.
Transport
  • Transfer from Porto to Vilar do Pinheiro on day 2
Others
  • Luggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excess
  • Digital information pack with route notes, maps & GPX
  • Pilgrim Passport
  • Emergency hotline
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Travel to Porto and from Tui
  • Meals not listed as included, drinks
  • Travel insurance
  • Guide – this is a self guided walking trip
  • 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
  • Items of a personal nature
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 1 review
  • Anonymous
  • On Feb 27 2017
5 - Excellent
Excellent
Did self-guided walk in Jan/Feb and liked the uncrowded paths and friendly hospitality at the hotels who were pleased to have guests. Very easy to navigate as entire walk is marked with yellow arrows. The cooler weather was great... Read more
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this The Portuguese Camino - Porto to Tui 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.

Payment

For any tour departures within 08 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 08 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 Insurance

The Portuguese Camino - Porto to Tui 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.

Visa

For this The Portuguese Camino - Porto to Tui 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 Travelers

A 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 Measures

This 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.
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