Portuguese Camino Lite

Duration:

12 Days / 11 Nights

Distance:

115 km / 71.5 mi

Difficulty:

Low

Itinerary:

Madrid - Tui - Santiago

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Portuguese Camino in light stages

Our Portuguese Camino Lite is designed to walk the last hundred kilometers necessary to obtain the Compostela certificate starting in Tui in 9 short stages, averaging just 13 kilometers (8 miles) per day. Half way to Santiago you will enjoy a rest day with a lovely visit to really immerse yourselves in the culture of Galicia and live a truly unique experience

Along the Way we will enjoy the charm of authentic Galician rural manors, top-notch hotels and majestic Paradores, which have been personally selected by us for their great hospitality and service. A classic Camino walking tour for any age - anybody can walk the Camino.

Personalized attention

With limited group numbers, you won't just be a participant; you'll be part of our family. Our expert guides can dedicate more time to getting to know you, ensuring your preferences are met, and tailoring the experience to your interests.

Meals
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All breakfasts and all dinners are included in our Portuguese Camino Lite. We have carefully selected the included meals so you can have a taste of the most typical, most delicious, local cuisine. Lunches are not included to provide more flexibility during the walk and so you can experiment on your own. You can stop and eat something along the way, or have lunch at the end of the daily stage.
Vegetarians, vegans, or those with a special diet (e.g. gluten-free) can always find suitable options. Just let us know beforehand and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.

Accommodation
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The accommodations are one of the highlights of this Portuguese Camino Lite. All of our accommodations are handpicked to give you the best possible experience - you will fall in love. During the Camino we will stay in the distinguished National Paradores and the most charming Galician manors. They are located in privileged rural areas surrounded by green, peaceful scenery and form part of the cultural experience. All of our accommodations have en suite bathrooms. You can be sure to receive personalized attention and excellent service from the owners, who will make you feel more than at home.

Walking
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You walk at your own pace and we have meeting points along the way where our support vehicle will be waiting with snacks, fruit and water and to make sure everything is OK. We also offer assistance for any emergencies or simply to relieve muscular pain or cure blisters.

If you do not want to keep walking for any reason, you can hop on the support vehicle. You mustn't worry about getting lost as the yellow arrows always show the way. And on the Camino you are never alone. After the daily walk, and after we’ve all had lunch we will head back to the hotel where we can shower, freshen up and enjoy a much-deserved rest.

Before and After
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Before: Our tour meets in the city of Madrid, where most international flights land in Spain. You can arrive a few days before the tour to enjoy the city if you’d like. We would be happy to help you with extra hotel reservations in Madrid.

After: Our tour ends in Santiago de Compostela at around 1:00 pm on the last day. Transportation back to Lisbon or other cities is NOT included. We can offer advice about how to get to your next destination and assist you with extra hotel nights.

We offer many add-on activities that you can join after the Camino like a one-day visit to Finisterre, culinary activities in Santiago and other wonderful cultural experiences. You can join one of our activities, stay in Santiago on your own, or finish your trip on the last day of the tour.

Personalized attention

Meals
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Accommodation
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Walking
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Our Love is in the Details

Private Support Vehicle

Experience comfort with our dedicated Camino support vehicle. Our equipped van is stocked with essentials like first aid, snacks, and water. It's your safety net for unexpected situations or when you need a break. Whether you're tired, want to switch shoes, or simply take a pause, our vehicle is at your service.

Our Guides like Family

Meet our exceptional Camino guides—knowledgeable and fellow pilgrims! Your guide is your Camino companion, bringing laughter, stories, and encouragement. They're here to heal blisters, offer advice, and help you discover the Camino in your own way.

Insurance got you Covered

We've got your back... and your feet! All of our tours include travel insurance, which will be very useful in case you have an emergency during your Camino. Rest easy with included travel insurance for Camino emergencies.

Incomparable Pilgrim's Kit

Embark prepared with our packing list and our Pilgrim’s Kit (Click here to view). This kit features essentials: Your Pilgrim's Passport, the iconic shell, a Marly Camino program with reflections, a waterproof Route Map, pouch, notebook, snacks, and more! Your Camino journey starts here.

Dates & Price 2024:

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Single Supplement + €

Dates & Price 2025:

5190 €

Single Supplement + 1390 €

May 27 - Jun 07, 2025

This Camino includes:

Private Support Vehicle
English-speaking guide assistance
All transfers
All breakfasts, drinks and snacks
Carefully selected en-suite accommodation
Informational program and route map
Travel insurance for the entire tour
Pilgrims' Kit: small backpack filled with things that will come in handy on your Camino
Photos of your Camino
All dinners
Farewell dinner and surpise
1 Picnic
High-speed train from Madrid to Ourense
Cruise on the Ria de Arousa including a visit to a floating clam farm.
Visit to the majestic Pazo Rubianes
Guided visit in Tui
Guided visit in Pontevedra
Guided visit in Santiago including the stunning rooftop of the Cathedral
Pilgrims' Mass with Botafumeiro ceremony (Under availability)
Value added Tax (VAT)

Itinerario día a día

Day 1

Meeting in Madrid
Transfer to Baiona

In the morning we will meet at the lobby of the Avani Alonso Martinez Hotel for a brief presentation. We will then go to Chamartín train station in our private vehicle.

We will travel to the city of Ourense by train where our private vehicle awaits to take us to the beautiful coastal city of Baiona.

In the evening we will enjoy a wonderful welcome dinner.

Night at the Parador in Baiona

Day 2

Tui - O Porriño
(16.4 km / 10.2 mi)

We start in the city of Tui, the starting point of the Portuguese Camino in Galicia. During this stage, we can admire the sublime architecture on every street of Tui's historic quarter. We will traverse beautiful forest paths throughout the day. Later we travel to the charming town of Baiona.

Night at the Parador in Baiona

Day 3

O Porriño - Redondela
(15.6 km / 9.7 mi)

On this stage we will have the pleasure of seeing the church of Santa Eulalia del Monte and the Pazo de los Marqueses in the parish of Mos, which are some of the most beautiful examples of Galician architecture in this region. We will continue our journey through peaceful forests until we arrive at the convent of Villavella in the city of Redondela. Once our stage is finished we will travel to the city of Vigo to enjoy the rest of the day there.

Night in Vigo

Day 4

Redondela - Pontesampaio
(8 km / 5 mi)

We will travel in our private vehicle to Redondela, finishing point of our previous stage. We will walk along the coastline until we arrive in Pontesampaio.

Night in Vigo

Day 5

Pontesampaio - Pontevedra
(11.2 km / 6.9 mi)

We will travel in our private vehicle to Pontesampaio, finishing point of our previous stage. We will walk along the coastlines of Vigo and Pontevedra until we arrive in the city of Pontevedra, capital of the Portuguese Way in Galicia. Here we will see the sanctuary of "La Virgen Peregrina" or Pilgrim Virgin, patroness and symbol of the city.

Night at the Parador in Pontevedra

Day 6

Pontevedra - A Portela
(10 km / 6.2 mi)

Today's stage is one of the most beautiful in the Galician section of the Portuguese Way. We will walk through vineyards, small rural hermitages and forests filled with chestnut, pine and eucalyptus trees until we reach A Portela.

After the stage we will drive back to Pontevedra where we will enjoy a wonderful guided visit.

Night at the Parador in Pontevedra

Day 7

REST DAY
Visit in Pazo de Rubianes

Today we will enjoy a rest day and a visit to the majestic Pazo de Rubianes.

Night in Caldas de Reis

Day 8

A Portela - Caldas de Reis
(11.2 km / 6.9 mi)

We will continue walking through beautiful forests and vineyards on our way to Caldas de Reis. We will pass through Muiñada Da Barosa, a beautiful enclave with waterfalls and natural pools where we can cool off and rest a bit before continuing our journey.

After the walk we will enjoy a lovely cruise on the Ria de Arousa and a visit to a floating clam farm.

Night in Caldas de Reis.

Day 9

Caldas de Reis - S. Miguel de Valga
(11.9 km / 7.4 mi)

We are approaching the end of the Portuguese Way. From Caldas de Reís we cross the Umia River where we can see the natural thermal baths that the town is named after. The path continues through the beautiful Bermaña Valley and its ancient forest until we reach San Miguel de Valga.

Night in a beautiful Relais & Chateaux hotel

Day 10

S. Miguel de Valga - O Faramello
(16.6 km / 10.3 mi)

We continue our walk from San Miguel, passing by the emblematic town of Padrón, place where according to tradition, the stone boat containing the remains of the Apostle arrived from the Holy Land. We will end our stage in O Faramello.

Night in a beautiful Relais & Chateaux hotel

Day 11

O Faramello - Santiago de Compostela
(14 km / 8.7 mi)

Today we walk our last stage!
Our way continues to the town of O' Milladoiro passing through Agro Dos Mosteiros where we can for the first time make out the spires of Santiago's Cathedral in the distance. When we arrive we will attend the Pilgrims' Mass in the Cathedral. In the evening we will have a wonderful farewell surprise accompanied by a delicious dinner to celebrate!

Night at the Parador in Santiago

Day 12

Guided visit in Santiago
Light city walking

In the morning we will enjoy a guided visit in Santiago's historic center where we will learn about the history of the city and the pilgrimages. We will marvel at its monuments, squares and streets. We will also visit the Cathedral's rooftop to enjoy stunning views of the city.

We will then say farewell and your Camino through life begins!

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Duration:

Distance:

Difficulty:

Itinerary:

Portuguese Camino in light stages

Personalized attention

Our Love is in the Details

Private Support Vehicle

Our Guides like Family

Insurance got you Covered

Incomparable Pilgrim's Kit

Our Love is in the Details

Dates & Price 2024:

€

Dates & Price 2025:

5190 €

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This Camino includes:

Itinerario día a día

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Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

Day 6

Day 7

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Day 10

Day 11

Day 12

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