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Portuguese Camino - Porto to Santiago

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14 daysDuration
Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining
20 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
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Highlights

Enjoying a quieter pilgrimage route, following in the footsteps of Celtic, Roman and Christian wayfarers

Experiencing culinary delights, including the local port varieties in Porto

Discovering fascinating and historical towns including Porto, Barcelos, Tui, Pontevedra and Santiago

Walking to the fabled church of Santiago de Compostela

Itinerary

For those drawn to epic journeys, the Portuguese Camino – Porto to Santiago walking tour is the classic pilgrimage experience. Spanning 14 days and covering both Portugal and Spain, this self-guided trip is crafted for experienced travelers seeking moderate physical activity and profound cultural connection.

Begin in Porto, the vibrant city famed for its river and port wine, and follow the Camino trail north through forested paths, ancient bridges, and bustling market towns. Each day brings you closer to Santiago de Compostela’s cathedral, passing through historic Tui and the final 100km of Galicia—qualifying you for the Compostela certificate. Along the way, reminders of past pilgrims and spiritual traditions enrich the journey, while panoramic views and medieval architecture provide visual rewards.

The distinguishing feature of this tour package is its immersive, comprehensive approach to the Camino Portugués, offering a rare opportunity to walk the entire inland route with all logistics—accommodation, meals, and transport—expertly arranged.

For those seeking a pilgrimage that blends history, faith, and scenic beauty, this walking tour stands as an inspiring and memorable adventure.

day 1Arrive Porto

Set on the banks of the Douro River, Porto’s historical centre was declared a World Heritage site in 1996 and in the 12th Century it was in Porto that the country took its name and became an independent nation. Its maritime legacies and importance as a new world trading port have shaped it into the proud city it has become, with its impressive cathedral and port wine lodges. After checking in to your hotel, take the time to explore the city with its many cultural sites. Overnight Porto.

day 2Transfer to Vilar do Pinheiro and walk to Arcos (4hrs, 19km/11.8mi)

day 3Walk to the market town of Barcelos (5hrs, 20km/12.4mi)

day 4Continue to Balugaes (4.5hrs, 16km/9.9mi)

day 5Walk to Ponte de Lima, the oldest town in Portugal (5.5hrs, 18km/11.3mi)

day 6Along delightful trails and via Alto da Portela Grande to Pecene (6hrs, 22km/13.6mi)

day 7Cross the Spanish border to Tui (4.5hrs, 16km/10mi)

day 8Walk to O Porriño along quiet roads and paths, transfer to Tui (5hrs, 17.5km/11mi)

day 9Transfer to O Porrino, walk to Arcade on the coast (6-7hrs, 24km/15mi)

day 10A shorter walk to the old town of Pontevedra (3-4hrs, 12km/7.5mi)

day 11Walk to Caldas de Reis (5-6hrs, 21km/13.2mi)

day 12Via the river valleys of Bermana and Valga to Padron (5hrs, 19km/11.5mi)

day 13Final stage to Santiago (6-7hrs, 25.5km/16mi)

day 14Trip concludes Santiago de Compostela

What's Included

Accommodation
13 nights in comfortable hotels on a twinshare basis with private facilities (upgrade to 4 star hotel/parador in Tui and Santiago, upgrade hotel option at Caldas de Rei - supplement applies. Upgrades must be requested at time of booking)
Meals
13 breakfasts and 9 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.
Others
Digital information pack with route notes, maps & GPXLuggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excessTransfers from Porto to Vilar do Pinheiro, and between O Porriño and Tui, as notedPilgrim's passportEmergency hotline

Customer Reviews

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Well organised Lovely accommodation

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5.0 | Excellent

Can highly recommend the Portuguese Camino. Everything went well with accommodation, luggage and food. The app helped us stay on track. Pre-departure information was very useful.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good

On arrival at our hotel in Porto our very first night, they did not have our reservation. So we had to call the emergency number. We paid for nine dinners in advance, but one of the places said that we did NOT have dinner there, despite our documentation otherwise.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

The walk lived up to all expectations and the accommodation was comfortable and appreciated at the end of a long day of walking. While dinner was provided for most locations and satisfied a walker's hunger, sadly many of the establishments failed to showcase the food of Portugal and Spain.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Perfect level of assistance, choice of lodging, food/menu and walking course guidance.

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