Porto to Santiago de Compostela Tours
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- Porto to Santiago de Compostela BikeTour The Coastal Way to St. James - "easy" -Guided
Porto's historic center marks the start of this path through coastal Matosinhos and medieval Viana de Castelo. The route crosses into Spain via the Ponte Rodo bridge, visiting Tui and O Porriño before reaching Santiago de Compostela's magnificent cathedral, spanning 11 distinct cities across Portugal and Spain.
Duration 9 days Destinations Porto, Matosinhos, Vila do Conde, Viana do Castelo, Caminha, Valenca, Pousada, O Porrino, Vilagarcía de Arousa, PadronSee all destinations Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
- NZ$5,500
Duration 14 days Destinations Porto, Povoa de Varzim, Esposende, Viana do Castelo, Oia, Baiona, Vigo, Redondela, Arcade, PontevedraSee all destinations Age Range Ages 12+ Operator On The Go Tours From $4,035
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Duration 7 days Destinations Porto, Barcelos, Rubiaes, Redondela, Caldas de Reis, Santiago de Compostela Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator CAMINO DE SANTIAGO RESERVAS From
30% Off- NZ$1,896
The Atlantic coastline guides this 258km trek from Porto's UNESCO-listed old town through Portuguese fishing villages to Santiago de Compostela. The 15-day journey, crossing into Spain at Oia, features daily walks averaging 21km.
Duration 15 days Destinations Porto, Matosinhos, Esposende, Viana do Castelo, Caminha, Oia, Baiona, Vigo, Redondela, ArcadeSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in Only: German Operator DERTOUR From
30% Off- NZ$2,480
A 235km cycling adventure from Porto's UNESCO-listed center leads north through Portugal into Spain's Galicia region. The 8-day journey, featuring daily routes of 30-48km through Atlantic coastal scenery and historic towns, concludes at Santiago de Compostela's magnificent cathedral.
Duration 8 days Destinations Porto, Vila do Conde, Baiona, Pontevedra, Cambados, Vilagarcía de Arousa, Santiago de Compostela Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in English, Portuguese, Spanish Operator Authentic Trails From $5,088
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Portuguese Camino
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything was amazing! Our group leader made sure we all could keep up & she was always smiling.”
Deborah, traveled in September
The medieval riverside district of Porto launches this route through coastal Spanish towns including Baiona, Vigo, and Pontevedra, leading to Santiago de Compostela's magnificent cathedral. Visits include Monte Real fortress, Castro Fortress, and Santa Marina's wineries.
Duration 10 days Destinations Porto, Baiona, Vigo, Redondela, Pontevedra, Caldas de Reis, Padron, Santiago de Compostela Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From
15% Off- NZ$3,725
Begin in Porto's UNESCO-listed Ribeira district, cycling 261km through seven historic cities including Barcelos, Ponte de Lima, and Pontevedra. Cross the 1886 Minho bridge into Spain before reaching Santiago de Compostela's sacred cathedral.
Duration 8 days Destinations Porto, Barcelos, Ponte de Lima, Valenca, Pontevedra, Padron, Santiago de Compostela Age Range Ages 10+ Operated in English, Portuguese, Spanish Operator Authentic Trails From $2,963
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Port wine tasting in Porto's historic center kicks off this coastal adventure through Viana do Castelo and Caminha. The path enters Spain at A Guarda, winds through Baiona and Vigo before reaching Santiago's magnificent cathedral after 14 days of coastal and inland walking.
Duration 15 days Destinations Porto, Vila do Conde, Esposende, Viana do Castelo, Caminha, A Guarda, Oia, Baiona, Vigo, RedondelaSee all destinations Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, German, Spanish Operator Abanico Individuell Reisen From
15% Off- NZ$2,534
Cyclists ride north from Porto's historic center along the Douro River and Atlantic coast. The route passes through Vila do Conde, Viana do Castelo, and Baiona before reaching Santiago's ancient cathedral, including a final 25km approach to Saint James's sacred burial site.
Duration 8 days Destinations Porto, Esposende, Matosinhos, Vila do Conde, Viana do Castelo, Povoa de Varzim, Oia, Baiona, Caminha, VigoSee all destinations Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
15% Off- NZ$5,280
Porto to Santiago de Compostela BikeTour The Coastal Way to St. James - "easy" -Guided
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This is a bike tour with a difference...the included walking tour of Porto, to the interesting and varied ride.”
The 280km route from Porto's historic center to Santiago's Obradoiro Square takes riders through seven major towns including Esposende, Caminha, and Pontevedra, with daily rides ranging from 26-64km. The finale arrives at Santiago's baroque cathedral.
Duration 7 days Destinations Porto, Esposende, Caminha, Baiona, Pontevedra, Caldas de Reis, Santiago de Compostela Age Range Ages 18+ Operated in English, Portuguese Operator Top Bike tours Portugal From
15% Off- NZ$4,450
What our customers ask about Porto to Santiago de Compostela Tours
What are the main stops between Porto and Santiago de Compostela?
The route takes travelers through charming coastal towns and historic cities stretching from Portugal to Spain. Key stops include Esposende Viana do Castelo Caminha Baiona Pontevedra and Caldas de Reis. In Viana do Castelo travelers can explore medieval streets while near Pontevedra the town of Arcade is famous for its local oysters. Accommodations range from the seaside Hotel Meira in Praia de Ancora to the historic Parador de Baiona which offers Atlantic Ocean views. A TourRadar traveler shares: "Especially liked the accommodations and the added extras like wine tasting oysters and celebration dinner in Santiago."
How many kilometers is the journey from Porto to Santiago de Compostela?
The total distance spans 230-280 kilometers depending on whether you take the Coastal or Central route. Cycling tours typically cover 280km with daily segments varying from shorter 26km stretches like Pontevedra to Caldas de Reis to longer 64km routes such as Baiona to Pontevedra. Walking tours are structured around more manageable 20-25km daily distances passing through Vila do Conde Esposende and along the scenic Galician coastline.
What is the best season to do the Porto to Santiago de Compostela route?
The route is most accessible from April through October with peak season running May through September. Spring months bring mild temperatures and colorful landscapes particularly around Viana do Castelo and Pontevedra. September offers pleasant walking conditions with fewer tourists on the path. Summer travelers should prepare for warmer temperatures especially on coastal sections between Porto and Caminha.
What is the average length of a Porto to Santiago de Compostela tour?
Most tours run between 7-15 days with popular itineraries lasting 8-9 days. The Portuguese Camino Highlights Walk takes 9 days combining sections of both Central and Coastal routes. Travelers stay at distinctive properties like the Legendary Porto Hotel and Hotel Galicia Palace in Pontevedra. According to one TourRadar traveler: "Everything was amazing! Our group leader really took care of us from making sure we were all ok to getting us to some of the greatest places to stop."
What type of accommodation can I expect along the Porto to Santiago route?
The route features a mix of 3-4 star hotels historic paradores and local guesthouses. Travelers stay at properties like the Legendary Porto Hotel the clifftop Parador de Baiona and Hotel Gelmirez in Santiago. Some tours include luxury stays at the 5-star Parador de Santiago de Compostela housed in the historic Hostal dos Reis Católicos. A TourRadar traveler notes: "The accommodations were excellent especially the historic paradores along the route."
What cultural experiences are included in Porto to Santiago tours?
The journey combines historical sites local wines and regional cuisine. Tours often include visits to Porto's UNESCO heritage old town the 12th-century monastery in Oia wine tastings in the Albariño region of Cambados and oyster sampling in Arcade. The experience concludes in Santiago where as one TourRadar traveler noted they particularly enjoyed "the walking tour of the old town and the celebration dinner in Santiago center."