Camino Portuguese Costal Route

THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO AT YOUR OWN PACE

SELF GUIDED WALKING AND WINE HOLIDAY, a delightful blend of scenic hiking and wine tasting experiences in the picturesque Minho region of Portugal

Unique adventure along the Portuguese Coastal Way to Santiago. Walk at your own pace, taking time to cherish the best moments, explore towns and villages, and enjoy the coastline. The diversity of landscapes, historical elements, and the blend of cultures from two countries are undoubtedly the highlights of this journey along the Camino.

D1 PORTO

Welcome to Porto!

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D2 PORTO » MATOSINHOS | 12 km/7.5miles

The first stage of the Portuguese Coastal Camino between Porto and Matosinhos is a scenic coastal walk. Starting from the historic Sé district in Porto, follow the Douro and Atlantic coastline towards Matosinhos. Afternoon transfer to Viana do Castelo, avoiding the more urban and busy areas.

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D3 VIANA DO CASTELO » AFIFE | 14KM/8.70 MILES

Your journey along the Camino continues from Viana to Afife. Swiftly leaving the city behind, you venture into the rural area. Winding through old paths, often graced with panoramic views of the sea, your route unfolds seamlessly until you reach the charming village of Afife. Your day end in a quiet village, the perfect retreat for your pilgrimage.

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D4 AFIFE»CAMINHA| 15KM/9.3 MILES

Today’s stage offers a picturesque journey through diverse landscapes. Departing from Afife, the trail meanders through charming rural areas, providing glimpses of the countryside. As you progress, the route will lead you to Oceanside paths. The quaint town of Caminha awaits at the end of this stage.

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D5 CAMINHA » OIA | 19KM/11.8MILES

The stage begins with a crossing of the Minho River into Galicia, Spain, aboard a small boat. Passing by the fishing village of A Guarda, your journey continues northward, offering more breathtaking views of the ocean along the way.

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D6 OIA » BAIONA | 14 KM/8.7 MILES

Today’s stage offers stunning coastal views as they journey along the Galician coastline. Starting in Oia follow a path lined with beaches and cliffs until they reach Baiona, known for its historic center and picturesque harbor.

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D7 BAIONA » VIGO | 23 KM /14.2MILES

Today you will follow the coast from Baiona to Nigrán and finally to the city of Vigo. You will enjoy fantastic views of the Bay of Vigo, with the magnificent Illas Cíes and its Natural Park in the horizon.

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D8 VIGO » REDONDELA | 17 KM / 10.5MILES

The day starts with Vigo traverse, first through urban streets but slowly entering a more rural area, with woods overlooking the Ria de Vigo. Way until you reach Redondela, a place where the Portuguese Coastal Way joins the Portuguese Inland.

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D9 REDONDELA » PONTEVEDRA | 18 KM /11 MILES

Day stage you will be surrounded by a pleasant countryside, with traditional houses and horreos (barns). The medieval bridge Pontesampaio and Pontevedra historical center are some of the day highlights.

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D10 PONTEVEDRA » CALDAS DE REIS | 23 KM /14.2

Today’s stage is a gentle long but not difficult. We will leave Pontevedra behind, leaving the city through its iconic Plaza de la Peregrina and after leaving the zigzag of streets and squares in the centre of Pontevedra, we will head towards Caldas de Reis, a village widely visited for the medical properties of its thermal waters.

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D11 CALDAS DE REIS » PADRÓN | 19 KM /11.8MILES

Diverse stage that will take us to Padrón. In the village the legendary church of Santiago resides “el Pedrón” in which, according to the legend”, the disciples of the apostle Santiago moored the boat that transported the mortal remains of the apostle once they arrived to the coasts of Padrón after sailing the river Ulla.

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D12 PADRÓN » SANTIAGO | 25 KM /15.53

Last stage! Today you will find a high density of urbanized areas, confirming that you are reaching the finish line. On the way two milestones, the monumental collegiate church of Iria Flavia and the Esclavitude church.

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D13 SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA

A well-deserved rest after a beautiful adventure along the Camino de Santiago, with a free day to enjoy and explore the beautiful city of Santiago de Compostela.

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D14 DEPARTURE

After breakfast, end of our services.

Transfer to Porto or other destinations available under request

Inspire travelers to live and experience unique moments, designing 100% home-made tours remaining faithful to our core values: authenticity, eco-friendly tourism, off the beaten tracks, handpicking our suppliers and maintaining well established relations with them so supporting local economies and assuring high quality tours to our travelers.
At Explore Iberia we are dedicated to fostering responsible tourism practices to ensure a positive impact on the environment, local communities, and cultural heritage.

Discover how we prioritize sustainable and responsible travel practices.

Environment: Our walking holiday invites travelers to explore the diverse cultures and landscapes of Northern Portugal, from Peneda-Gerês National Park, Montesinho Natural Park, Douro Internacional Natural Park, the UNESCO World Heritage sites Douro and Côa Valley, and other protected areas.

As advocates for low-impact travel, we provide comprehensive guidance on responsible practices, committed with "Leave no Trace", respecting local flora and fauna, and staying on designated trails.

We offer a user-friendly app to replace printed materials like route notes or maps.

All our trips are designed in a way that travelers can reach the trip start from the airport by train or bus.
We incentive travelers to stay more than 8 days when flying to Portugal
All picnic lunches and snacks provided by us are locally grown produce and other Portuguese products, served in reusable or recyclable lunch boxes.
We are directly involved in local conservation projects in Northern Portugal region (ex. are in charge of the maintenance and ecological recovery of a Natural Monument from Geopark Viana do Castelo), we are also partners and actively collaborate in local sustainable tourism network, CETS Alto Minho from Europarc Federation.

On every trip we make a donation of 5 euros per person to a nature conservation project or association.

Community & Social Inclusion

We encourage guests to dine at friendly local restaurants, where they can savor traditional regional dishes and wines.

We promote interactions with local communities by encouraging visits to cafés, bakeries, and craft stores along the route.

When possible, we extended stays, so guests have ample opportunity to immerse themselves in local life and forge meaningful connections with residents.

We actively seek opportunities to support local communities by promoting local employment and investing in social projects.
We prioritize partnerships with local enterprises to strengthen the economies of the communities we visit.

Small scale accommodations, family-run business, local guides are always our choice.
We have a partnership with the employment center, to welcome long-term unemployed people and support them in integrating into working life

You travel, we donate!

During this year when travelling with Explore Iberia you're supporting the work of Manuel Sobrino Senra, "El Naturalista Cojo".

An inspiring example of how passion for nature can overcome physical limitations. His work at El Naturalista Cojo is a valuable source of information about wildlife and the environment in the Minho River estuary. Learn more about his work:

Camino Portuguese Costal Route

Physical Rating

Total Walking Distance

Duration

Price per Person

200km / 124 Miles

14 Days / 11 Walks

From €800