Tour The Portuguese Camino - Coimbra To Porto

Others

Digital information pack with route notes, maps & GPX Pilgrim Passport Emergency hotline

Meals

7 breakfasts. Breakfasts are usually continental inclusive of breads, cheese, ham, tea, coffee & juices.

Transport

Luggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excess Return transfers between Albergaria and Agueda

Accommodation

7 nights in comfortable hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities

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Others

Travel to Coimbra and from Porto 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 Daypack, wet weather gear, good walking boots / shoes, water bottle and sun protection. A comprehensive gear list is included in the pre-departure information provided on booking.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Guide

Information pack including route notes and guidebook per room booked

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Flights

Flights are not included.

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Coimbra
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive Coimbra

Coimbra is a lively university town situated on the Mondego River. Enjoy exploring this beautiful and historic city, its churches and museums and don’t miss the university itself, especially the library Biblioteca Joanina.
Day 2 Day 2: Coimbra To Mealhada (5-6Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Coimbra To Mealhada (5-6Hrs)

The trail today is quite flat. It follows river valleys and irrigation channels along a mix of asphalt (68%) and natural paths (32%). Passing through several villages, arrive in Mealhada, once a major Roman crossroads. It is now best known for leitão da bairrada, suckling pig. Pigs from the surrounding Barraida region are acorn fed and considered the best in Portugal. Mealhada is also well known for its wine. Distance 22.5km/14mi
Day 3 Day 3: Walk To Agueda (6Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Walk To Agueda (6Hrs)

Today the path is gently undulating along the Certima river valley. It is mostly along roads (88%) with pockets of vineyards and woodland tracks (12%). You’ll pass through the town of Avelas de Caminho with its pretty Manueline featured Quinta de Grimpa. Continue to Agueda after crossing the river and the old bridge Ponte Velha. Distance 25.5km/15.5mi
Day 4 Day 4: Continue To Albergaria (4-5Hrs) And Transfer Back To Agueda For Overnight
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Continue To Albergaria (4-5Hrs) And Transfer Back To Agueda For Overnight

The path is again quite flat except for a small ascent into Albergaria. Walk along the original Via Romana XVI and across the recently restored bridge Marnel towards Albergaria, founded in 1120 to provide refuge to pilgrims on the Camino. 81% of the route today is on small roads whilst 19% is on natural paths. This afternoon (4pm) you will be transferred back to Agueda for the night. Distance 16km/10mi
Day 5 Day 5: Transfer To Albergaria And Walk To Oliveira De Azemeis (5Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Transfer To Albergaria And Walk To Oliveira De Azemeis (5Hrs)

After breakfast (8:30am) transfer to Albergaria to re-commence your walk. The terrain today is more undulating than in past days, through pine and eucalypt forests and local villages. About 82% of the route is on roads with some sections on main roads with traffic. Oliveira has an old centre, the Matriz de Sao Miguel church and a row of fine houses dating from the 1800s, built by prosperous emigrants returning from Brazil. On the 2nd Sunday in August, festivities honouring Our Lady of La Salette are very popular. Distance 21km/13mi
Day 6 Day 6: Walk To Malaposta (5Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Walk To Malaposta (5Hrs)

Today’s walking is over rolling hills and through more urban areas including the town of Sao Joao da Madeira. The route is almost entirely on roads today as a result. Follow a section of the original Roman Via XVI via Arrifana to Malaposta. If you’d like to visit the historic town of Santa Maria de Feira, this can be arranged with reception on arrival at your Malaposta hotel (not included). It has an immaculately maintained castle and in early August hosts the Viagem medieval festival, with re-enactments, markets and entertainment. Distance 18km/11.2mi
Day 7 Day 7: To Porto (7Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: To Porto (7Hrs)

Leaving Malaposta on the original cobbled Roman road, the path leads to Grijo. Its 13th century monastery Mosteiro San Salvador, first consecrated in 1235, has long been an important stop along the Camino. Continue to Porto, on the banks of the Douro River. Its maritime legacies and importance as a New World trading port shaped it into a proud city, with an impressive cathedral and port wine lodges. After checking in to your hotel, take the time to explore the city with its many cultural sites. Distance 26km/16mi
Day 8 Day 8: Trip Concludes
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Trip Concludes

Trip concludes after breakfast in the hotel. Own onward arrangements from Porto or continue along the Portuguese Road to Tui.

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The Portuguese Camino - Coimbra To Porto

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Itinerary of your trip The Portuguese Camino - Coimbra To Porto

Day 1: Arrive Coimbra

Day 2: Coimbra To Mealhada (5-6Hrs)

Day 3: Walk To Agueda (6Hrs)

Day 4: Continue To Albergaria (4-5Hrs) And Transfer Back To Agueda For Overnight

Day 5: Transfer To Albergaria And Walk To Oliveira De Azemeis (5Hrs)

Day 6: Walk To Malaposta (5Hrs)

Day 7: To Porto (7Hrs)

Day 8: Trip Concludes

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