Tour The Portuguese Camino - Coastal Way To Santiago

Others

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

Guide

Information pack including route notes, maps and guidebook per room booked

Meals

11 breakfasts, 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.

Transport

Luggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excess

Accommodation

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

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Others

Travel to Viana do Castelo and from Santiago de Compostela 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 Ferry ticket on day 3 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.

Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Viana Do Castelo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive Viana Do Castelo

Make your own way to Viana do Castelo and check in to the first hotel. Viana do Castelo is a beautiful city located in the Minho region in North Portugal. With an appealing medieval centre, the 5th Century Cathedral and the Basilica of Santa Lucia, and beaches just outside the city there is plenty to see this afternoon.
Day 2 Day 2: Walk To Praia De Ancora (5Hrs, 19Km/11.8Mi)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Walk To Praia De Ancora (5Hrs, 19Km/11.8Mi)

The walk today is a gentle one, and you’ll be sure to enjoy the sea-air as you walk along the coast. Your destination for the day is the small but charming town of Praia de Ancora. This afternoon you can take the opportunity to swim in the Atlantic ocean. Overnight Praia de Ancora.
Day 3 Day 3: On To Caminha, Then By Ferry To A Guarda (4Hrs, 15Km/9.3Mi)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: On To Caminha, Then By Ferry To A Guarda (4Hrs, 15Km/9.3Mi)

As you leave Villa Prais de Ancora you’ll continue onto the beach of Praia de Moledo. You then leave the coast slightly, walking through forest and back to a boardwalk before reaching Caminha, the last town before crossing into Spain on your ferry trip. You will need to take the ferry to A Guarda where you will overnight (ferry tickets to be purchased locally).
Day 4 Day 4: Continue To Viladesuso Or Oia (4Hrs, 13Km/8Mi Or 5.5Hrs, 19Km/11.8Mi)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Continue To Viladesuso Or Oia (4Hrs, 13Km/8Mi Or 5.5Hrs, 19Km/11.8Mi)

Leaving from A Guardia this morning, the trail takes you around the peninsula, with ample opportunities to stop for a coffee or lunch and enjoy the magnificent beach scenery before continuing your walk to the lovely small village of Oia. Overnight Viladesuso or Oia.
Day 5 Day 5: Walk To Baiona (5.5Hrs, 19Km/11.8Mi Or 4Hrs, 13Km/8Mi)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Walk To Baiona (5.5Hrs, 19Km/11.8Mi Or 4Hrs, 13Km/8Mi)

The walk today is a real feast for all senses. For the first 10km the route takes you along a coastal footpath away from the main road. You then continue along picturesque coastline, walking along the boardwalk, all while enjoying stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. On a clear day you should be able to see the Cies islands. Overnight Baiona.
Day 6 Day 6: On To Vigo (6.5Hrs, 23Km/14.3Mi)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: On To Vigo (6.5Hrs, 23Km/14.3Mi)

As you leave Baiona you will walk alongside sandy beaches for most of the day. There is also plenty of opportunities to take a break in a lovely seaside cafe along the way. This afternoon you will arrive in Vigo, a typical Galician town with a wide sandy beach. Walking along the harbour you’ll arrive at your hotel for the night. Overnight Vigo.
Day 7 Day 7: Join The Main Portuguese Camino As You Walk To Arcade (5-6Hrs, 22Km/13.7Mi)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Join The Main Portuguese Camino As You Walk To Arcade (5-6Hrs, 22Km/13.7Mi)

The route as you leave Vigo is mainly uphill. The uphill walking will reward you with specatacular views of the city and harbour. Continue walking though to Redondela where you will join the main Portuguese Camino route and then on to Arcade. Overnight Arcade.
Day 8 Day 8: A Shorter Walk To Pontevedra (3.5-4Hrs, 14Km/8.7Mi)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: A Shorter Walk To Pontevedra (3.5-4Hrs, 14Km/8.7Mi)

On today’s walk you will cross a Romanesque bridge which is where Napoleon was defeated by the Spanish during the War of Independence. As you arrive into Pontevedra you will head through the narrow streets before reaching the 13th Century church of Santa Maria. Overnight Pontevedra.
Day 9 Day 9: Walk To Caldas De Reis (6-7Hrs, 21Km/13Mi)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Walk To Caldas De Reis (6-7Hrs, 21Km/13Mi)

Most of this stage is through woodland and countryside along gentle river valleys with virtually no climbing. Closer to Caldas de Reis the route crosses the N550 and follows this road for short sections. Located between the Umia and Bermana rivers, the town of Caldas developed as a result of its thermal waters and continues to be a major health spa. The botanical gardens next to the river are lovely for some respite from the walk. Overnight Caldas de Reis.
Day 10 Day 10: Via The River Valleys Of Bermana And Valga To Padron (5-6Hrs, 19Km/11.8Mi)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Via The River Valleys Of Bermana And Valga To Padron (5-6Hrs, 19Km/11.8Mi)

This is a beautiful walk through the Bermana river valley before dropping down into the Valga valley, one short climb. Two short stages of main road, leaving Caldas and entering Padron. The town is lovely, set on the banks of the Sar and Ulla rivers, with some St James relics to be seen at the Igrexa de Santiago (church). Overnight Padron.
Day 11 Day 11: Through Galician Villages To Santiago (6-7Hrs, 26Km/16.2Mi)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Through Galician Villages To Santiago (6-7Hrs, 26Km/16.2Mi)

The final day takes you through pine, oak and eucalyptus wood, then approaching Santiago the route follows some sections of main road. Arrival in the historic city of Santiago. Overnight Santiago.
Day 12 Day 12: Trip Concludes Santiago De Compostela
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Trip Concludes Santiago De Compostela

Trip arrangements conclude after breakfast. If you’d like to stay an extra night in Santiago please ask for our rates.

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The Portuguese Camino - Coastal Way To Santiago

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Itinerary of your trip The Portuguese Camino - Coastal Way To Santiago

Day 1: Arrive Viana Do Castelo

Day 2: Walk To Praia De Ancora (5Hrs, 19Km/11.8Mi)

Day 3: On To Caminha, Then By Ferry To A Guarda (4Hrs, 15Km/9.3Mi)

Day 4: Continue To Viladesuso Or Oia (4Hrs, 13Km/8Mi Or 5.5Hrs, 19Km/11.8Mi)

Day 5: Walk To Baiona (5.5Hrs, 19Km/11.8Mi Or 4Hrs, 13Km/8Mi)

Day 6: On To Vigo (6.5Hrs, 23Km/14.3Mi)

Day 7: Join The Main Portuguese Camino As You Walk To Arcade (5-6Hrs, 22Km/13.7Mi)

Day 8: A Shorter Walk To Pontevedra (3.5-4Hrs, 14Km/8.7Mi)

Day 9: Walk To Caldas De Reis (6-7Hrs, 21Km/13Mi)

Day 10: Via The River Valleys Of Bermana And Valga To Padron (5-6Hrs, 19Km/11.8Mi)

Day 11: Through Galician Villages To Santiago (6-7Hrs, 26Km/16.2Mi)

Day 12: Trip Concludes Santiago De Compostela

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