Walk the final stretch of the Camino Portugues Coastal on a slower pace
Experience the Portuguese Coastal Camino, one of the prettiest Caminos, with shorter days, giving you more time to explore the towns and villages.
Set your own pace as you embark on the Portuguese Coastal Way, also known as Camino Portugués de la Costa, a newer path originating from Porto and meandering along coastal routes towards Santiago de Compostela.
This shorter version starts in Baiona, and the route spans the coastline to the Galician border, running almost parallel to the inland Portuguese Camino. In Redondela, both routes converge onto the same path.
The Portuguese Coastal Way Easy tour offers a unique approach, dividing each day's walk into two segments, allowing you to traverse the Camino at a more leisurely pace. Your journey commences in Baiona, a picturesque town nestled in the Rías Baixas.
Highlights of the Camino Portugues Coastal Slow Tour
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Camino Portugues Coastal Slow Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Check in
Upon arriving in Baiona, you're embarking on the final stretch of the Portuguese Coastal Way, encompassing the last 100 kilometers of your journey.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Baiona
Distance: None
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 Baiona to Nigrán
The journey commences in Baiona, renowned as the first town in Europe to receive news of the discovery of America. It was in this historic port that the caravel La Pinta arrived upon its return from the New Continent. As you walk, you'll pass by the stunning beaches of Nigrán, offering glimpses of the majestic Cíes Islands in the distance.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Nigrán
Distance: 8km
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 3 Nigrán to Vigo
As you approach Vigo, Galicia's most populous city, the scenery transitions into a more urban landscape. Upon arrival, you have the option to explore the vibrant city streets or unwind at one of its picturesque beaches or seaside terraces, known locally as "terrazas."
Overnight Location: Hotel in Vigo
Distance: 17km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Vigo to Redondela
As you depart from Vigo, don't miss the breathtaking views of its scenic estuary to your left. This leg of the journey offers a lighter walking day, allowing you ample opportunity to unwind and enjoy the numerous beaches dotted along the route from Vigo to Redondela.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Redondela
Distance: 16km
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 5 Redondela to Arcade
Embark on a tranquil hike along the Galician Coast, making your way towards the charming oyster town of Arcade.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Arcade
Distance: 8km
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 6 Arcade to Pontevedra
From this stage onward, the route merges with the Portuguese Way, leading to an increase in fellow pilgrims. A noteworthy stop along the way is Pontesampaio, a quaint town steeped in intriguing history. Here, you can cross the Roman bridge spanning the Verdugo River, which Almanzor traversed in 977 during his journey to sack Compostela. The stage culminates in the city of Pontevedra, renowned for its picturesque old town and the distinctive shell-shaped church, Peregrina.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Pontevedra
Distance: 11km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Pontevedra to Barro
Following your departure from Pontevedra, your path leads you through serene woodlands and along babbling streams. From here until you reach Santiago, your journey unfolds amidst rustic countryside landscapes. Upon reaching Barro, seize the opportunity to explore the Natural Park of the Barosa River, where cascading waterfalls and historic mills await your discovery.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Barro
Distance: 11km
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 8 Barro to Caldas de Reis
Your day's destination is Caldas de Reis, a town renowned for its thermal spring waters and luxurious spa resorts.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Caldas de Reis
Distance: 12km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 Caldas de Rei to Padrón
This serene stretch meanders through quaint villages, with scattered houses lining the route. Padrón holds significant importance along the Camino, being the first land sighted by the boat carrying the remains of Saint James the Apostle. Additionally, the town boasts a rich literary heritage, being the birthplace of esteemed authors such as Rosalía de Castro and Camilo José Cela.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Padrón
Distance: 18.6km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10 Padrón to Teo
Today's journey continues through idyllic rural landscapes, reminiscent of the preceding days. Along the way, you'll pass through Iria Flavia, where you'll encounter the ancient church of Santa María a Maior, one of the oldest churches in Galicia.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Teo
Distance: 12km
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 11 Teo to Santiago
As you draw closer to Santiago, the scenery transitions into a more urban landscape. Upon reaching the city of the Apostle, don't forget to visit the Pilgrim's Office with your Pilgrim Passport to obtain your Compostela, a certificate commemorating your pilgrimage.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Santiago de Compostela
Distance: 12km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 12 Check out
Last day of the walk, before reaching Santiago de Compostela. For so many pilgrims this can be described as a moment of euphoria, after a couple of days of walks and new challenges.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Santiago de Compostela
Distance: 20km
Meals: Breakfast
Camino Portugues Coastal Slow Tour Price and Dates
This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only.
- Single room: from $1,175 USD*
- Sharing a double room: from $795 USD*
*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip and all the prices are per person. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates.
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During this trip you will mostly stay in hostels and pensions. These accommodations have the necessary services to cover the basic needs of cleanliness and rest. Officially, hostels and guesthouses are 1-star accommodations. However, this rating should not be taken into account when evaluating the level of comfort and quality of their services.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
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.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Simple hostels and pensions along the Camino
Stay in basic hostels and pensions along the walking route. These accommodations, although simple, are adequate and are preferred option of a stay for many Camino walkers.
What’s Included in the Camino Portugues Coastal Slow Tour?
Meals
11 breakfasts and 6 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 11 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for your luggage is included, however, you are in charge of any other personal transfers.
Also included
- Detailed route description and maps
- 24-hour telephone assistance
Not included
- Any personal transport
- Guide services
- Flights
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Travel insurance
- Tourist Tax
- Personal expenses such as drinks, phone calls, tips, extra transfers, etc.
Optional Extras
- Accommodation upgrades
- Single occupancy upgrades
Frequently Asked Questions about Camino Portugues Coastal Slow Tour
Galiwonders is a specialist tour operator, focusing on pilgrimages along the Camino de Santiago in Spain and Portugal as well as the Via Francigena in Italy. They offer adaptable tours to suit a variety of client needs and focus on truly taking care of their guests.
The tour guides are local experts, living and working right along the Camino. They have visited each hotel and restaurant they recommend, ensuring each is up to standard.
Galiwonders offers constant contact with their guests, ensuring all concerns or questions are addressed immediately so you can relax and enjoy your trip.
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Margot is a new guide with Galiwonders, and loves sharing her pride in her home region of Galicia with visitors. She enjoys sharing the history, stories, legends, and unknown information with tourists to connect them deeply with the region they’re in.
- Q: What is your favourite trip to lead and why?
- A: Any trip around Galicia. Fortunately, I have had the chance to travel far and wide, I’ve visited many counties, many cities, all beautiful and with something special, but I guess the saying "the heart is where home is" is applicable to me.
- Q: What are guests most surprised about in visiting your country?
- A: Tourists usually have a preconceived idea of what Spain is like, and when they are here they are surprised to see that how they thought it was had no similarity to that notion. I find this is especially true with Galicia. The most common ide they have is that it’s all Flamenco, bulls and polka dot dresses. That is just in Andalucia, and in Madrid, for tourists. Each region has its own unique traditions and folk culture.
- Q: What is one experience anybody visiting your country should do?
- A: El Camino de Santiago. It does not matter what religion you belong to. It is the sentiment, the relaxation, the feeling of wholeness one senses while on the Way. It’s the goal of accomplishing a pilgrimage for whatever the reason one may have, reaching the end of the road where all roads meet. Along the way you make friends with people from all over the world, the group gets larger and larger, some speak Spanish, others French, others English, even Chinese. It’s a wonderful multiracial group, and once you all reach Plaza do Obradoiro in Santiago de Compostela, you all embrace. Everyone’s jumping and laughing with sore, bruised feet and sweaty clothes for having accomplished the challenge, feeling so good and wondering why the rest of the world does not embrace this experience.