Itinerary
- Day 1
Porto
You'll arrive in Porto and check into your hotel in the city center. At 6pm there's a welcome briefing in the hotel reception where you'll meet other group members and get details about what's coming up during the week. If you have time before that, take a walk through Porto's UNESCO World Heritage historic centre to get your bearings.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Moov Porto Centro), Hotel (Hotel Moov Porto Centro (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Orientation walk through Porto's historic centre
Landmarks Porto Historic Centre 
- Day 2
Afife - Caminha to O Porrino
After breakfast, head north to Viana do Castelo for some free time wandering the historic centre. Then continue to Afife Village where your first Camino walk begins along the coastal route. You'll walk 13 kilometres/9 miles through wild Atlantic landscapes, stopping in Praia Ancora for lunch (on your own), and finish in Caminha at the Spanish border. Later, transfer to O Porrino in Spain for your first night across the border.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Azul), Hotel (Hotel Azul (or similar))
Included Activities
- Camino Portugues coastal walk from Afife to Caminha (13 kilometres/9 miles)
Optional Activities
- Free time to explore Viana do Castelo historic centre
- Traditional Portuguese coffee in Viana do Castelo
- Lunch in Praia Ancora (not included)
Landmarks Viana do Castelo Historic Centre Afife Village Praia Ancora Caminha 
- Day 3
O Porrino to Redondela
Your point-to-point hotel walking experience starts now. Each day your main luggage gets transferred ahead while you walk from hotel to hotel. Today you'll follow the Camino Portugues inland through beautiful Galician countryside to Redondela, a nice waterfront town on Vigo's impressive bay. The afternoon is free to wander the charming streets and waterfront at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hostal A Marisma), Hotel (Hostal A Marisma (or similar))
Included Activities
- Camino Portugues walk from O Porrino to Redondela (16 kilometres/10 miles)
Optional Activities
- Afternoon exploration of Redondela's charming streets and waterfront
Landmarks Redondela Vigo Bay (Rias) 
- Day 4
Redondela to Pontevedra
You'll continue along the Camino Portugues to Pontevedra, the historic capital of Galicia's province. Your route has views of the Vigo estuary and crosses the Medieval Ponte Sampaio Bridge, built on Roman foundations and the site of a historic 1809 battle during Spain's War of Independence. Once there, you can explore Pontevedra's well-preserved old town with its pedestrianised streets, granite arcades, hidden plazas, and Galician Gothic architecture.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Rías Bajas), Hotel (Hotel Rías Bajas (or similar))
Included Activities
- Camino Portugues walk from Redondela to Pontevedra (20 kilometres/12.4 miles)
Optional Activities
- Afternoon exploration of Pontevedra's old town
- Visit to Basilica of Santa Maria la Mayor
Landmarks Pontevedra Historic Old Town Ponte Sampaio Bridge Basilica of Santa Maria la Mayor Vigo Estuary 
- Day 5
Pontevedra to Caldas de Reis
Today you'll walk deeper into Galicia's interior to Caldas de Reis, known for its natural hot springs that have drawn visitors since Roman times. Your route goes through eucalyptus forests, traditional farming communities, and ancient stone bridges across some of Galicia's most pastoral landscapes. By evening you might have time to try the town's thermal baths, which is a great way to rest your muscles and experience the area's ancient wellness traditions.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Roquiño), Hotel (Hotel Roquiño (or similar))
Included Activities
- Camino Portugues walk from Pontevedra to Caldas de Reis (19 kilometres/11 miles)
Optional Activities
- Experience Caldas de Reis thermal baths
Landmarks Caldas de Reis - Day 6
Caldas de Reis to Padrón
You'll walk to Padrón, a town with significant religious and literary heritage. According to Christian legend, this is where the remains of Saint James first came ashore, making it important for pilgrims. Padrón was also home to Rosalía de Castro, Galicia's celebrated 19th-century writer. You'll walk through characteristic Galician landscapes of small farms, ancient churches, and stone-built villages. This gradual approach builds anticipation for tomorrow's final walk to Santiago de Compostela.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Corona de Padron), Hotel (Hotel Corona de Padron (or similar))
Included Activities
- Camino Portugues walk from Caldas de Reis to Padrón (26 kilometres/16 miles)
Optional Activities
- Explore Padrón's historic town
Landmarks Padrón 
- Day 7
Padrón to Santiago de Compostela
This is the culmination of your Camino journey and the final approach to Santiago de Compostela. It's also the longest and most challenging walk of the week. Your route takes you through the suburbs and into the historic heart of Santiago, where the magnificent cathedral spires first come into view. The afternoon is free to explore Santiago's old town, visit the cathedral, or attend the traditional Pilgrims' Mass if you want.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Alda San Carlos), Hotel (Hotel Alda San Carlos (or similar))
Included Activities
- Camino Portugues walk from Padrón to Santiago de Compostela (26 kilometres/16 miles)
Optional Activities
- Afternoon exploration of Santiago's old town
- Visit to Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
- Traditional Pilgrims' Mass (if available)
Landmarks Santiago de Compostela Cathedral Santiago de Compostela Old Town 
- Day 8
Santiago de Compostela
Your tour ends after breakfast at the hotel. There are no planned activities, so you're free to leave whenever suits your travel plans. If your flight departs later in the day, the hotel can store your luggage.
- Meals
- Breakfast
