Portuguese Camino Highlights Walk

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From Porto, the Portuguese Camino splits into two: the Central Route and the Coastal Route. While many pilgrims simply follow one path on their way to Santiago de Compostela, Spain, we hike the very best sections of both, while also taking an extra-special detour to navigate the lesser-trod Spiritual Variant, said to be the original route of Saint James. The ...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • Explore the picturesque medieval city of Viana de Castelo
    • Take the lesser-known Spiritual Variant, said to be the original way of St James
    • Board a boat to follow the 17 crosses of the Translatio Route
    • Discover the 51 ancient mills and waterfalls on the Stone and Water Route
    • Complete your adventure with a visit to the cathedral in Santiago de Compostela

What's this trip about?

    From Porto, the Portuguese Camino splits into two: the Central Route and the Coastal Route. While many pilgrims simply follow one path on their way to Santiago de Compostela, Spain, we hike the very best sections of both, while also taking an extra-special detour to navigate the lesser-trod Spiritual Variant, said to be the original route of Saint James. The result is an unforgettable week of walking through the most picturesque sections of northern Portugal and Spain, ending with a showstopping arrival in the holy town of Santiago de Compostela.Hike a handpicked selection of the most beautiful walking trails from Porto to Santiago de Compostela

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age range16 years and up
Flights and transport
Start CityPorto
End CitySantiago de Compostela

Travel Themes

  • Hiking & Walking

Destinations

Attractions

  • Porto
  • Santiago
  • Santiago de Compostela

Activities

  • Hiking

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 6

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 16

Trip includes

    • All breakfasts
    • All accommodation

Itinerary

Day 1 Start Porto

Depending on the time of your arrival in Porto, your leader will arrange a short orientation tour in the historic centre. There is plenty to see and we recommend travelling a day earlier if you are interested in exploring the city more. Accommodation: Legendary Porto Hotel (or similar)

Day 2 Transfer to Matosinhos; walk until Vila do Conde; transfer to Viana de Castelo

After breakfast, we have a short transfer (approximately 30 minutes) up the coast and begin our walk in the fishing town of Matosinhos. This section is part of the Litoral Camino, which follows the Atlantic coastline along a series of boardwalks and promenades. We sto...

Day 3 Walk to Caminha; transfer to Valenca

This morning, we walk directly from our hotel on winding country lanes and forest trails, enjoying sea and mountain views. We walk through sleepy Portuguese villages on the hills parallel to the coast enjoying ocean views from time to time. We have a forested stretch ...

Day 4 Walk along the Louro river to O Porriño

After breakfast, we walk directly from the hotel and say goodbye to Portugal by crossing the Ponte Rodo bridge into Spain. We first explore the Spanish border town of Tui, home to a magnificent Romanesque-Gothic cathedral, before heading towards the town of O Porriño....

Day 5 Walk to Armenteira; transfer to O Grove

Today we start our special detour on a partly coastal section of the Portuguese Camino, named the Spiritual Variant. This pilgrimage route is considered by many to be the original path of Saint James, and therefore the origin of all the Caminos de Santiago. After brea...

Day 6 Transfer to Armenteira; walk to Vilanueva de Arousa

After breakfast, we take a transfer (approximately 30 minutes) to Armenteira. From here, we start one of the most beautiful stages of the Camino, taking a trail parallel to the River Armenteira called the Stone and Water Route (named for the 51 ancient mills and water...

Day 7 Boat to Pontecesures; walk to Padron; afternoon at leisure

We start with a short walk to the harbour in Vilanueva de Arousa, where we board our boat to enjoy one of the only water-based pilgrimage trails in the world, the Translatio, which is also our last stretch of the Spiritual Variant. This waterway route consists of 17 s...

Day 8 Walk to Santiago de Compostela

On our last day of walking, we pass through typical Galician villages and woodland before arriving in Santiago de Compostela. Our route passes the Igrexa de Santa Maria de Iria, a church destroyed in the 10th century by the Andalusi military leader Almanzor, before be...

Day 9 End Santiago de Compostela

The trip ends after breakfast. Say goodbye to the group and start your return journey home. If you’ve still got the appetite for more exploration, speak to your sales representative to book further nights in our Santiago de Compostela or Porto hotels.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,750
Price per day$417
Last Updated: 3/18/2025
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03 May 2025
11 May 2025
$3,750
$4,455
17 May 2025
25 May 2025
$3,975
$4,680
07 Jun 2025
15 Jun 2025
$3,750
$4,455
30 Aug 2025
07 Sep 2025
$3,750
$4,455
13 Sep 2025
21 Sep 2025
$3,975
$4,680
27 Sep 2025
05 Oct 2025
$3,750
$4,455
11 Oct 2025
19 Oct 2025
$3,750
$4,455
11 Apr 2026
19 Apr 2026
$3,825
$4,598
02 May 2026
10 May 2026
$3,825
$4,598
16 May 2026
24 May 2026
$3,825
$4,598

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Travel insurance
    • Visas and vaccinations
    • Single supplement (available on request)

Accommodation

Spend seven nights in two to four-star hotels and one night in a casa rural, each chosen for their comfort and location. All rooms feature private bathrooms and most offer free wifi. A limited number of single rooms are available for a supplement on request. Examples of hotels used: Porto: Legendary Porto Hotel Viana do Castelo: Hotel Mela Alvim Valenca: Hotel Lara Pontevedra: Hotel Galicia Palace Poio: Louxo La Taja Vilanova de Arousa: Hotel Dinajan Padron: A Casa Antigua do Monte (casa rural) Santiago: Hotel Gelmirez
Cancellation policy

The cancellation policies of this trip when booked through Travelstride are determined by the stated policies of the tour operator - Exodus Adventure Travels.

If you or any other member of your party decides to cancel a confirmed booking you must notify Travelstride in writing. Your notice of cancellation will only take effect when it is received in writing by Travelstride and will be effective from the date on which we receive it.

Period before departure in which you notify us

From the date your Booking Confirmation is issued up to, and including, 90 days prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.

  • 89 to 52 days (inclusive) prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.
  • 51 to 31 days (inclusive) prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.
  • 30 days or less prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation, or after the booking has started

Cancellation charge

Deposit can be transferred to a new booking which must be made within 3 months of the date the original booking was cancelled, and depart within 12 months of the new booking date. If a new booking is not made within this period then the deposit will be forfeited. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.

  • 50% of the total holiday cost. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.
  • 75% of the total holiday cost. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.
  • 100% of the total holiday cost.

For Polar holidays, the following cancellation charges will be made:

Cancellation period (before departure) - Cancellation Fee (per person)

Outside of 180 days - No fee if cancelled within 15 days of booking date. US $1,250 cancellation fee if cancelled 16 days or more of booking date.

179 to 120 days - Loss of deposit.

119 to 90 days prior to departure - 50% of the holiday cost.

89 to 60 days prior to departure - 75% of the holiday cost. 

59 to 0 days prior to departure - 100% of the holiday cost.

For more additional details, see the booking conditions of Exodus Adventure Travels at the following web address: https://www.exodustravels.com/us/about-exodus/exodus-booking-conditions

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Meals Included
All breakfasts are included. A typical breakfast in Portugal and Spain might consist of coffee with milk, toast with ham, olive oil, tomatoes, cheese and butter and jam. Bakery items, fruit and juice are also popular. During this trip, expect different variations of breakfast at our chosen hotels, but they will all include at least some of the standard breakfast items popular in Portugal and Spain. Northern Spain produces a wide range of delicious food, from fish and seafood to quality meat, vegetables and fruit. Your leader will recommend good places to eat. Sometimes it will be tapas, sharing raciones (literally portions) as a group, and sometimes you can choose from the menu. On the Portuguese Camino, restaurants and bars offer set menus, which usually include a choice of five starters, five mains and dessert, coffee and drink for about €12-€15. You can also try pulpo a la feira, a delicacy in Galicia, which is sliced octopus with paprika, olive oil and sea salt. Sometimes it is also served with grelos (sliced boiled potatoes). Mealtimes in Portugal and Spain are later than in many other countries; dinner is usually taken between 8pm and 9.30pm. Please note, meat and fish are staples in Portugal and Spain. Vegetarians can be catered for, as can other dietary requirements, although there may not be the same choice or variety as you have at home. Please advise us upon booking.
Age Requirements
16 years and up
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Trip ID
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