10 Days | Be challenged and be fulfilled on this coastal Camino.
Challenge yourself to a journey from pretty Porto to the historic Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela on an 10-day alternative coastal Camino trail. This Portuguese Camino trail passes through coastal Baiona, Vigo and Redondela, and joins the pilgrim route onwards to Pontevedra, Caldas de Reis, Padron, and finishing in Santiago de Compostela. You’ll embark on a journey through the countryside in mostly north-western Spain, retracing the ‘Way of Saint James’, trekking past the Bay of Vigo, visiting old churches and quaint villages. As one of the three most important Christian pilgrimages, you’ll take part in a powerful journey through some idyllic landscapes and via some beautiful towns.
Trip overview
- Start
- Porto, Portugal
- Finish
- Santiago de Compostela, Spain
- Theme
- Walking & trekking
- Destinations
- Spain, Portugal
- Physical rating
- Indicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
- Style
- Original
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 12
- Trip code
- ZMXG
- Journey this mostly coastal walk to Santiago de Compostela – a lesser-known trail with fewer pilgrims along the way.
- Feast on some of the best Spanish seafood and Albarino wine in Arcade, on a substantial lunch stop on the way to Pontevedra.
- Trek a fair distance each day, but be able to relax along the way, with a dedicated rest day in seaside Vigo.
- Take a load off – literally! Your luggage will be transferred between your accommodation each day, meaning you’ll only have to carry a day pack, and your luggage will be waiting at your hotel.
- Visit one of the local wineries in the region of Caldas de Rei and have the opportunity to soak in the renowned hot springs in the area.
- Explore the marvels of Saint James’s resting place at the Cathedral de Santiago and the medieval old town surrounding as a reward for conquering this journey
- This is a walking trip. You need to be in good health to complete the walks. Please ensure you bring sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes. To make the most of the trip, it's best if you have at least a moderate level of fitness.
- There are sections on the walk where it will not be possible to call in a taxi or any other transport.
- Your main luggage will be transported between stops, but you will still carry a daypack with the essentials, such as water, snacks, a raincoat and so on.
- The diversity of the seasons here makes for incredible scenery, but the weather in this region can be unpredictable. It’s best to wear layers at all times of the year in case conditions change during the day.
- While this route is called Portuguese Camino, most of the walking is done on the Spanish territory.
- We recommend packing light and smart for this trip as you'll be required to carry your own luggage at times, which can include going up and down multiple flights of stairs, and across cobblestones.
Itinerary
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2023 - 31 December 2024
Inclusions
9 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Private minivan, Taxi, Walking
Hotel (9 nights)
- Santiago de Compostela - Pilgrim passport collection
- Oyster tasting
- Wine tasting in local bodega or vinoteca
- Porto - Clerigos Tower - EUR8
- Porto - Bolhao Market - Free
- Porto - Livraria Lello - EUR8
- Porto - Serralves Foundation - EUR20
- Porto - Port Wine Tasting - EUR10
- Santiago de Compostela - Cathedral - EUR12
- Santiago de Compostela - Pilgrimage Museum - EUR2
- Santiago de Compostela - Bike Hire - EUR10
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip and subject to availability at the time of booking.
2. We will transport your luggage between hotels, but you are only allowed one bag/suitcase of maximum weight 18kg. No items should be strapped to your luggage, such as shoes, walking poles, etc. Transport of any extra luggage will incur a small fee charged at the Welcome Meeting.
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