Portuguese Way Coastal
• Self-Guided, start any day from 01 March to 15 October 2025
• Boutique ensuite accommodation, breakfast included. Dinner supplement available.
• Grade –Moderate. Mostly flat terrain
• Luggage transfers (1 piece – max. 20kg)
• Complete documentation and Travel Notebook
• Pilgrim’s Passport
• 24-hour emergency telephone assistance
• TOP TIPS: **We suggest you add a rest day along the way - please ask us
**We can arrange a day trip from Santiago to Fisterre, the “end of the world” – additional cost
Porto to Santiago de Compostela (15 days/14 nights)
• Distance 256 kms
2025 COST (in Euro per person)
High Season: 07 - 21 April, 15 July - 15 September
€1645 share twin/double
Add €729 single supplement, €838 solo traveller, €366 – 12 Dinners
Low Season: 01 March - 06 April, 22 April - 14 July and 16 September - 15 October
€1585 share twin/double
Add €667 single supplement, €771 solo traveller, €366 – 12 Dinners
Day 1
Arrive in Porto and overnight. Picturesque Porto sits on the Douro River and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is a truly beautiful city with much to discover including the Cathedral, Clerigos Tower, the Bolhao Market and Crystal Palace Gardens. And be sure to savour a glass (or two) of Port wine overlooking the Douro River in the Ribeira area before heading off on your pilgrimage.
Day 2
Porto to Matosinhos to Povoa De Varzim, 25 or 30 km
Today transfer by train (own expense) to Matoshinhos, 26kms from your overnight stop. Follow the coastline, passing fishing villages, fortresses and churches. Explore the prehistoric fort of San Paio. Stop off for a swim on one of the sandy beaches. Once you reach lovely Povoa de Varzim, explore it historic centre and pretty harbour.
Day 3
Povoa De Varzin to Esposende, 21 km
Continue along the Paseo Maritimo and join a path that leads to the Chapel of San Andre and connects to a boardwalk that takes you to Agucadoura. Cross the Litoal Norte Natural Park with its pine forests, crops, fields, wetlands and estuaries of the Cavadoste and Neiva Rivers. There is abundant bird life to be seen and over 200 species of flora. Pass through the centre of Fao and over the Cavado River to enter the city of Esposende.
Day 4
Esposende to Viana Do Castelo, 24 km
The flat coastal path takes you along beaches and dunes via boardwalks. For a couple of kilometres, you swap the coastal path with a forest path before crossing the Eiffel Bridge to enter Viana do Castelo, one of the most admired cities in Portugal. Take the opportunity to taste the local cuisine, explore the historic centre and take the funicular to the Basilica de Sant Luzia for some awesome views.
Day 5
Viana Do Castelo to Vila Praia De Ancora, 19 km
Continue north along the Atlantic Coast. There is plenty of time to enjoy a relaxed pace and to explore the small fishing villages and towns along the way.
Day 6
Vila Praia De Ancora to A Guarda, 19 km
Carry on following the estuary of the River Minho to reach the town of Caminha on the border of Portugal and Spain. Take the ferry (own expense) across the river to Galicia, Spain. Continue on to A Guarda and visit its famous hilltop ‘castro’ or fort.
Day 7
A Guarda to Oia, 15 km
An easy walk today following the coastline to reach the historic Monastery of Santa Maria de Oia located in the fishing village of Oia.
Day 8
Oia to Baiona, 14 km
Follow the cliffs until you reach the Cabo Sillerio Lighthouse, a point of orientation for the boats that navigate the Ria de Vigo. Head up to Baredo and just a few kilometres later reach Monterreal Castle and the busy seaside town of Baiona with its lovely marina.
Day 9
Baiona to Vigo, 23 km
Today follow the coast to Nigran and onto Vigo. En route enjoy fantastic views of the Bay of Vigo, with the magnificent Cies Islands and the National Park on the horizon. Stop off at the beach Praia America in Nigran for a swim.
Day 10
Vigo to Cesantes or Arcade, 18 km
Today walk around the Bay of Vigo, along the Lagares River Walk and on to the Castle of San Sebastian. From there descend to the O Berbes neighbourhood, famed for its oysters from the Ria. Cross through pine forests to Redondala, where you meet up with the inland Camino Portuguese route. Ascend to Cesantes.
Day 11
Cesantes or Arcade to Pontevedra, 16 km
Cross the Verdugo River via Ponte Sampaio, the bridge where Napolean’s army suffered one of its greatest defeats in Galicia. Continue on a cobbled road to the 13th century Church of Santa Maria. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Bay of Vigo before moving on to Pontevedra.
Day 12
Pontevedra to Caldas De Reis, 21 km
Todays Camino takes you through chestnut groves, pine and eucalyptus forests. Don’t miss seeing the rectory of Santa Maria de Alba in the village of Ponte Cabras. Further on you’ll meet a statue of St James with his walking stick, showing pilgrims the way. Pass through the small hamlet of Tivo with its famed fountain and public washhouse before arriving in the spa town of Caldas de Reis, renowned since Roman times for its hot springs.
Day 13
Caldas De Reis to Padron, 17 km
A beautiful path leads you on a gradual climb through woods to the Church of Santa Marina de Carracedo. After descending to Pontecesures you cross a bridge over the Ulla river to enter Padron, believed to be where St James body arrived when it was bought to Santiago de Compostela by boat.
Day 14
Padron to Santiago de Compostela, 26 km
Pass through small towns to reach the historic sanctuary of A Esclavitude. From Agros dos Monteiros your final destination is in sight– the spires of the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy this lively and vibrant city listed as a World Heritage UNESCO site.
Day 15
Arrangements end after breakfast. We do recommend an extra night or two in Santiago de Compostela. You can do a day trip to Fisterre (additional cost). And remember to factor in the time to get your ‘Compostela’ - your Pilgrim Passport stamped!
• Boutique ensuite accommodation, breakfast included. Dinner supplement available.
• Grade –Moderate. Mostly flat terrain
• Luggage transfers (1 piece – max. 20kg)
• Complete documentation and Travel Notebook
• Pilgrim’s Passport
• 24-hour emergency telephone assistance
• TOP TIPS: **We suggest you add a rest day along the way - please ask us
**We can arrange a day trip from Santiago to Fisterre, the “end of the world” – additional cost
Porto to Santiago de Compostela (15 days/14 nights)
• Distance 256 kms
2025 COST (in Euro per person)
High Season: 07 - 21 April, 15 July - 15 September
€1645 share twin/double
Add €729 single supplement, €838 solo traveller, €366 – 12 Dinners
Low Season: 01 March - 06 April, 22 April - 14 July and 16 September - 15 October
€1585 share twin/double
Add €667 single supplement, €771 solo traveller, €366 – 12 Dinners
Day 1
Arrive in Porto and overnight. Picturesque Porto sits on the Douro River and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is a truly beautiful city with much to discover including the Cathedral, Clerigos Tower, the Bolhao Market and Crystal Palace Gardens. And be sure to savour a glass (or two) of Port wine overlooking the Douro River in the Ribeira area before heading off on your pilgrimage.
Day 2
Porto to Matosinhos to Povoa De Varzim, 25 or 30 km
Today transfer by train (own expense) to Matoshinhos, 26kms from your overnight stop. Follow the coastline, passing fishing villages, fortresses and churches. Explore the prehistoric fort of San Paio. Stop off for a swim on one of the sandy beaches. Once you reach lovely Povoa de Varzim, explore it historic centre and pretty harbour.
Day 3
Povoa De Varzin to Esposende, 21 km
Continue along the Paseo Maritimo and join a path that leads to the Chapel of San Andre and connects to a boardwalk that takes you to Agucadoura. Cross the Litoal Norte Natural Park with its pine forests, crops, fields, wetlands and estuaries of the Cavadoste and Neiva Rivers. There is abundant bird life to be seen and over 200 species of flora. Pass through the centre of Fao and over the Cavado River to enter the city of Esposende.
Day 4
Esposende to Viana Do Castelo, 24 km
The flat coastal path takes you along beaches and dunes via boardwalks. For a couple of kilometres, you swap the coastal path with a forest path before crossing the Eiffel Bridge to enter Viana do Castelo, one of the most admired cities in Portugal. Take the opportunity to taste the local cuisine, explore the historic centre and take the funicular to the Basilica de Sant Luzia for some awesome views.
Day 5
Viana Do Castelo to Vila Praia De Ancora, 19 km
Continue north along the Atlantic Coast. There is plenty of time to enjoy a relaxed pace and to explore the small fishing villages and towns along the way.
Day 6
Vila Praia De Ancora to A Guarda, 19 km
Carry on following the estuary of the River Minho to reach the town of Caminha on the border of Portugal and Spain. Take the ferry (own expense) across the river to Galicia, Spain. Continue on to A Guarda and visit its famous hilltop ‘castro’ or fort.
Day 7
A Guarda to Oia, 15 km
An easy walk today following the coastline to reach the historic Monastery of Santa Maria de Oia located in the fishing village of Oia.
Day 8
Oia to Baiona, 14 km
Follow the cliffs until you reach the Cabo Sillerio Lighthouse, a point of orientation for the boats that navigate the Ria de Vigo. Head up to Baredo and just a few kilometres later reach Monterreal Castle and the busy seaside town of Baiona with its lovely marina.
Day 9
Baiona to Vigo, 23 km
Today follow the coast to Nigran and onto Vigo. En route enjoy fantastic views of the Bay of Vigo, with the magnificent Cies Islands and the National Park on the horizon. Stop off at the beach Praia America in Nigran for a swim.
Day 10
Vigo to Cesantes or Arcade, 18 km
Today walk around the Bay of Vigo, along the Lagares River Walk and on to the Castle of San Sebastian. From there descend to the O Berbes neighbourhood, famed for its oysters from the Ria. Cross through pine forests to Redondala, where you meet up with the inland Camino Portuguese route. Ascend to Cesantes.
Day 11
Cesantes or Arcade to Pontevedra, 16 km
Cross the Verdugo River via Ponte Sampaio, the bridge where Napolean’s army suffered one of its greatest defeats in Galicia. Continue on a cobbled road to the 13th century Church of Santa Maria. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Bay of Vigo before moving on to Pontevedra.
Day 12
Pontevedra to Caldas De Reis, 21 km
Todays Camino takes you through chestnut groves, pine and eucalyptus forests. Don’t miss seeing the rectory of Santa Maria de Alba in the village of Ponte Cabras. Further on you’ll meet a statue of St James with his walking stick, showing pilgrims the way. Pass through the small hamlet of Tivo with its famed fountain and public washhouse before arriving in the spa town of Caldas de Reis, renowned since Roman times for its hot springs.
Day 13
Caldas De Reis to Padron, 17 km
A beautiful path leads you on a gradual climb through woods to the Church of Santa Marina de Carracedo. After descending to Pontecesures you cross a bridge over the Ulla river to enter Padron, believed to be where St James body arrived when it was bought to Santiago de Compostela by boat.
Day 14
Padron to Santiago de Compostela, 26 km
Pass through small towns to reach the historic sanctuary of A Esclavitude. From Agros dos Monteiros your final destination is in sight– the spires of the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy this lively and vibrant city listed as a World Heritage UNESCO site.
Day 15
Arrangements end after breakfast. We do recommend an extra night or two in Santiago de Compostela. You can do a day trip to Fisterre (additional cost). And remember to factor in the time to get your ‘Compostela’ - your Pilgrim Passport stamped!