Night 1-14
Accommodation along the Camino Portuguese Coastal Way Route
Enjoy a comfortable assortment of hand-picked hotels along the Camino Portuguese Coastal Way.
Spend 2 weeks following ancient footpaths along the picture-perfect coast
Embark on arguably the most beautiful of all the Camino routes on the 14-Day Camino Portuguese Coastal Way! This incredible self-guided journey has you setting out from the UNESCO World Heritage City of Porto to experience the beauty of northern Portugal before crossing into the peaceful rural landscapes of northwestern Spain.
Following the ancient footpaths of this famous trail, you’ll make your way through charming coastal villages in Northern Portugal, such as Povoa de Varzim, Esposende, Viana do Castelo, Vila Praia de Ancora and many more. Continuing through the rolling green landscapes of Galicia, you’ll uncover lovely towns like A Guarda, Baiona and Vigo. Each day brings new surprises on the beach-fringed coast with a wealth of fascinating history at your finger tips every step of the way.
Stay in comfortable hotels enjoying modern amenities along the route. Savour the freshest seafood and incredible local wines as you kick back each evening in uniquely charming towns and villages.
The coast is calling! Book your spot on the Camino Portuguese Coastal Way today!
Arrive in Porto where you journey on the Camino Portuguese Coastal Way begins.
After checking into your hotel, set out to explore this UNESCO World Heritage city. Stroll its historic streets and enjoy the wealth of gastronomy on offer here. Then it’s time to enjoy a good night’s rest before your first day of walking tomorrow!
Your first day departs from the same place as the standard Portuguese Way, but both routes follow different paths onwards (one is on the coast, and the other one, inland).
After leaving behind the outskirts of Porto, you’ll be greeted by the stunning coastline its picture-perfect beaches. Continue on the coast until reaching Povoa de Varzim.
Set out this morning following breakfast to enjoy more of the captivating coast. Today’s route will introduce you to several lovely beaches and charming, small coastal villages on the path to Esposende.
The walking day from Esponsende to Viana do Castelo combines rural tracks and paved roads, making for a peaceful section.
On arrival in Viana do Castelo, cross its bridge, a symbol of the town, you’ll arrive in the town center and head to your next accommodations.
This is a quiet walking day that will allow you to reflect on the natural scenery and the amazing journey thus far. If you have enough time, you can take a quick swim on the beach when you arrive in Vila Praia de Ancora to cool down after a day on the trail!
Today marks your highly anticipated arrival in the beautiful region of Galicia, Spain. With the Portuguese portion of the trail now behind you, its time to embrace the natural beauty and cultural charm of Northern Spain! Continue to your hotel in Guarda for a good night’s rest.
Today’s journey is long, but the spellbinding Galician countryside will reward you endlessly! There is an option to split today’s walk in two by adding a stay in Oia.
Today’s brilliant route begins in Baiona, a small town where the first news of the discovery of America was received and the location where the caravel Pinta docked in its port when it came back from discovering the new continent.
The route will take you along the beaches of Nigrán and you will be able to admire the Cíes Islands.
The landscape in the last kilometres, will become more urban, as you get into Vigo, the most populated town in Galicia.
Pilgrims will be able to take in the impressive views of the Estuary of Vigo on the left as you depart this morning. Today you’ll enjoy a shorter, and less intense section and can enjoy a dip at one of the many beaches along the way!
From this point up to Santiago, the path will be the same as the traditional Portuguese Camino, so you may see more Pilgrims on the way. Pontesampaio is a village which is worth seeing, it is interesting to learn about the historical events which took place here and cross the Roman bridge over the Verdugo river. This stage ends in Pontevedra, a beautiful town which is famous for its historical centre and its squares made of stone.
Your way out of Pontevedra this morning will lead you back to the rural side of Galicia, where you will be able to enjoy the woods and streams. Many pilgrims stop in Barro to see the Natural Park of the Barosa River with its cascades and mills, well worth the stop,
Finally, you’ll arrive in Caldas de Reis, a town which is famous for its thermal spring waters and spa resorts.
Today, the Camino passes peacefully through small villages, with dispersed houses along the route.
Padrón is known as the first place on land spotted by the boat which carried the remains of Saint James the Apostle. Also, it is the birthplace of great authors like Rosalía de Castro and Camilo José Cela.
The last stage is the longest of this itinerary, so it is a good idea to get a nice, early start!
Today marks the culmination of your cycling route to Santiago de Compostela. The initial path will take you through rural landscapes as in the previous days, but during the final kilometers, as you approach Santiago, the landscape becomes more urban.
When you get to Santiago do not forget to go to the Pilgrim’s Office with your Pilgrim Passport to get your long-awaited “Compostela” (Pilgrim Certificate)! Enjoy some time taking in the world-famous cathedral and the invigorating sights and sounds of this incredible city.
Following breakfast your Camino adventure comes to an end. Enjoy your last moments in the city before making arrangements for your onwards journey.
This self-guided walking tour to Santiago de Compostela is always run as a private tour for your group only. The price always depends on the number of people sharing a room.
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This tour is based in hotels and booked in advance for the entirety of the trip (not on a day-by-day basis). The hotels on this tour are 2 and 3-star hotels and offer modern conveniences. Rooms are double occupancy, and single travelers will pay a supplement.
In some cases, accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other, comparable accommodations. You can also upgrade to more luxurious accommodation options for an extra charge.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Standard rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Enjoy a comfortable assortment of hand-picked hotels along the Camino Portuguese Coastal Way.
13 breakfasts and 7 dinners are included.
Accommodations for 13 nights are included. Accommodations before the tour are not included but can be added as a supplement.
During this tour, you will be walking from one location to another, and all the luggage transfers are included. However, you will be responsible for any other transportation outside of the tour itinerary.
How hard is Camino Portuguese Coastal Way Tour?
We rate this tour as a 3/5. You will be walking up to 27 km daily. Although the terrain is not difficult and the distances are moderate, you’ll be walking daily which makes this tour more difficult. If you do this in the middle of summer the heat can make the days even more challenging.
Do I need a visa to travel to Portugal?
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Are meals included on Camino Portuguese Coastal Way Tour?
13 breakfasts and 7 dinners are included.
Do I need insurance?
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your Travel Insurance.
How do I get to Porto to start this tour?
Porto can be reached from most of the major airports in Europe. If you travel to Porto from Santiago de Compostela, there are two daily direct trains as well as some options to travel by bus.
Where does Camino Portuguese Coastal Way Tour end?
The tour ends in Santiago. If you’re travelling back to Asturias airport (OVD), Santander (SDR) or Bilbao (BIO), there’s a morning bus from Santiago that takes you to Oviedo, Santander or Bilbao. The trip to Oviedo takes about 8h30min, to Santander 9h30min and to Bilbao 11h30min.
Do I need special vaccines to travel to Spain?
Check with your family doctor.
Are there any travel restrictions for Spain?
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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We rate this tour as a 3/5. You will be walking up to 27 km daily. Although the terrain is not difficult and the distances are moderate, you’ll be walking daily which makes this tour more difficult. If you do this in the middle of summer the heat can make the days even more challenging.
Read about our scale for Tour Difficulty Ratings.
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