8 days tour

Cycling The Portuguese Camino: Porto To Santiago De Composte

Cycling The Portuguese Camino: Porto To Santiago De Composte

This tour includes:

Meals

meals as noted in itinerary

Guide

city guided tours as described in the itinerary

Others

Porto wine tasting and the usual (see below)

Transport

Bicycle

Accommodation

8 days 7 nightsโ€™ accommodation Boeira Garden Hotel Hotel Bagoeira Hotel Inlima Hotel Parador de Baiona Hotel Rรญas Bajas Pazo Le Lestrove Hotel Scala A Casa Antigua do Monte Hotel San Francisco

Not included:

Others

Transportation to and from the bicycling tour including airfare, or train travel. Helmets - we ask that you bring your own to ensure the safest fit. Meals not listed in the itinerary. Tour Leader gratuity (with the exception of Expeditions).

Flights

International flights are not included.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Cycling The Portuguese Camino: Porto To Santiago De Composte

  • Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To Porto
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Welcome To Porto

      Our tour starts in the magical city of Porto, or Ribeira do Porto as it is known locally. Porto is known for its impressive views of the Douro River and of course port wine production. Take a stroll across the cityโ€™s iconic metal bridge to its sister city on the south bank, Vila Nova de Gaia, featuring docks lined with famous Porto wineries. Locals will tell you it is the best place to admire Porto from afar! Enjoy the famous Douro River and the colorful city of Porto, home of proud happy people with a quick smile. Will take our bikes for a test ride today and enjoy dinner together before embarking on our adventure! Distance 14 km / 9 mi

  • Day 2 Day 2: Bicycle Porto To Barcelos, Portugal
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Bicycle Porto To Barcelos, Portugal

      Have you spotted the colorful rooster that is Portugalโ€™s unofficial mascot? If not, keep your eye out; the rooster is said to embody the Portuguese love of life and it originates in Barcelos. But, before we get there, we must say goodbye to bustling Porto. We ride out on a bike path that eases us into the peaceful wine country. Expect fun hills and green lush vistas along the way along with plenty of other cyclists with whom to share an "OLร." Distance 62 km / 39 mi

  • Day 3 Day 3: Bicycle To Ponte De Lima
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Bicycle To Ponte De Lima

      Todayโ€™s ride is short so you can take full advantage of beautiful country roads that lead to the oldest village in Portugal, Ponte de Lima. Often considered the postcard village of Portugal, Ponte de Lima is situated on the banks of Rio Lima and is the heart of the green wine region. It is also home to a very old tradition dating back to Roman or even Phoenician times: Vaca Das Cordas, or "playing with wild cows". Vaca Das Cordas is a type of bull-running through town, followed the next day - generally in July, by the Festa do Corpo de Deus (Corpus Christi), when flowers carpet the streets. Stroll through the picturesque historic center and along an old bridge where youโ€™ll likely spot pilgrims walking along the Portuguese Camino de Santiago. Distance 37 km / 23 mi

  • Day 4 Day 4: Bicycle To Baiona, Spain
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Bicycle To Baiona, Spain

      On March 1, 1493 the first of Columbusโ€™s ships touched shore in Baiona. The news of his "discovery" of America soon spread to the rest of Europe. Todayโ€™s ride follows the coast and Minho river as we pedal north towards this historic port and cross into one of the most beautiful regions of Spain, Galicia. Toast your arrival into Spain with a glass of Albarino or by relaxing on the beach in Baiona. Distance 79 km / 49 mi

  • Day 5 Day 5: Bicycle The Galician Coast
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Bicycle The Galician Coast

      Todayโ€™s ride starts out flanking one of the geographical features that characterizes the Galician coast - a Rรญa, or a drowned river valley that is open to the sea. Though a Rรญa is the opposite of a lagoon, they look the same. The ride skirts the city of Vigo and youโ€™ll jump on a ferry to cross the Rรญa de Vigo. In 1702 a landmark naval battle (Battle of Rande) took place outside Vigo, the largest Galician city. The battle between Anglo-Dutch and French-Spanish fleet was over the arrival of Spanish galleons laden with an immense treasure of gold, silver and jewels. Though the story of what happened next varies a treasure hunt for the gold ensued and included Jules Verneโ€™s Captain Nemo in 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Weโ€™ll continue to pedal north to reach Pontevedra, our home for the night. Itโ€™s worth your time to explore the medieval heart with its old granite houses and spacious squares. Distance 52 km / 33 mi

  • Day 6 Day 6: Bicycle To Padrรณn, Spain
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Bicycle To Padrรณn, Spain

      Leave the water behind today with a short climb to a mountain spine providing glorious views as a reward. Itโ€™s a perfect day for a picnic. Make sure to seek out some of Padrรณnโ€™s infamous peppers. First brought from South America 400 years ago by monks and then grown in the gardens of a convent in the tiny village of Hรฉbron, Padrรณn peppers became a quick favorite on local dinner tables - and are now famous throughout Spain. The monks traded the peppers for necessary items and 400 years later, they are still in demand. The peppers are no longer grown by monks but by generations of locals who have adopted both traditional methods and modern technology to offer their product to Spanish and UK markets. Watch out, these peppers are as addictive as popcorn but can catch you by surprise if you find a spicy one! Distance 69 km / 43 mi

  • Day 7 Day 7: Bicycle To Santiago De Compostela
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Bicycle To Santiago De Compostela

      A short ride through the country side brings us to the larger metropolis of Santiago de Compostela, one of the worldโ€™s most important religious and spiritual sites thanks to St. James and his shrine. Popular since the Middle Ages as a religious pilgrimage to visit the remains of the martyr St. James, the town and its associated pilgrimage routes continue to attract travelers of all types. Once we arrive, youโ€™ll have ample time to discover the famous Cathedral of St. James, the heart of Santiago. Tonight, weโ€™ll celebrate our journeyโ€™s end with a special farewell dinner. Distance 31 km / 19 mi

  • Day 8 Day 8: Tour Ends In Santiago De Compostela, Spain
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Tour Ends In Santiago De Compostela, Spain

      Weโ€™ll offer a tour in Santiago this morning. You might also want to stick around for the Pilgrimโ€™s Mass at noon at the Cathedral. If you would like to participate in these activities, schedule flights after 3:30 p.m. Buen viaje! Distance 0 km / 0 mi

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 10 / Max: 95

Age range allowed for this experience.

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