Included: An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area 16-day Camino Lisbon to Santiago hiking tour All transports to walks and activities Accommodation: 15 nights in 3-star or 4-star hotels in a twin standard room for 2 people Meals: All breakfasts (15 buffet breakfasts) and 2 dinners Entry tickets on days 4, 5, 7, 11, and 15 Not included: Flights to and from Portugal Airport transfers Meals not indicated in the itinerary Airport pickup — available upon request Single supplement — available upon request Guide gratuities — optional Travel and medical insurance — optional

How fit do I need to be?

This Camino Lisbon to Santiago tour is suitable for everyone, but relatively good fitness is expected. You should be able to comfortably walk from 15 km / 9.3 mi to 25 km / 15.5 mi on walking days. Hiking consecutive full days can be quite strenuous. In preparation for your hike, it’s recommended to do some 5-10 mile (8-16 km) walks – including some uphills and downhills with a loaded backpack. For more hiking adventures in Portugal, click here !

What do I need to bring?

Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring: Daypack large enough to carry everything you might need throughout the day Hydration bladder or a water bottle Clothes made from quick-drying fabrics (avoid cotton) Leisure clothing and footwear for the evenings Spare clothes for layering Waterproof rain jacket Fleece pullover or jacket Quick-dry short-sleeved and long-sleeved tops Quick–dry walking pants (consider the ones that zip off to make shorts) Waterproof pants — optional (unless it’s very cold, it’s usually best to hike in shorts, but feel free to bring these pants if you’d feel more comfortable) Hiking boots or shoes Hiking socks Sunhat Gloves Sunglasses Hiking poles — optional Earplugs — optional Basic first aid essentials, such as blister protection Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, etc.) Camera — optional (but recommended) Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and pricing For this Camino Lisbon to Santiago tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 20:1. It takes a minimum of 2 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 20 participants. Hiking in Portugal can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements. Min. age requirements If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Getting there and meeting location

The starting point of your Camino Lisbon to Santiago tour is Lisbon. To get there, most people fly into Lisboa (LIS) Airport . From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport, or rent a car to reach Lisbon. Once you’re there, you will meet your guide at 6pm in your hotel.

Safety measures and insurance

We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection . To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible , simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner! Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered. Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

Hiker in front of the cathedral in Santiago

Pilgrims in front of cathedral in Camino

LISBON | PORTUGAL

Lisbon to Camino de Santiago: 16-Day Hiking Adventure

Season

June through September

Duration

16 days

Accommodation

3-star and 4-star hotels

Difficulty

Guide

BeCool Travel

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Intro
Itinerary
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Food and accommodation
Things to know

What do Lisbon tiles, Templar legends, and pilgrim passports have in common? This 16-day hiking adventure, of course. It’s a tale of two countries, starting in Portugal’s capital, winding through wine cellars and medieval monasteries, and finishing on the sacred steps of Santiago in Spain. Whether you’re here for the history, the scenery, or the Camino cred, this trip delivers on every front. And don’t worry, there will be plenty of time for custard tarts and riverside sunsets along the way. By the time we reach Santiago, you’ll have more than just a pilgrim passport—you’ll have stories to last a lifetime.

Adventure highlights

Lisbon legends

Begin in Portugal’s capital, a vibrant city with incredible views, steeped in history and culture
A path with a passport

Lace up for the Camino and earn your Pilgrim passport, one historic step at a time
A feast for the palate

Savor authentic flavors, from Lisbon’s custard tarts to Porto’s world-renowned wine

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Itinerary

Join us for 16 days of hiking, exploring, and immersing ourselves in the incredible journey from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela. We’ll start with Portugal’s cultural treasures, from the knights of Tomar to the wine cellars of Porto, before stepping onto the Camino. Together, we’ll trek through lush forests, cross medieval bridges, and pass through charming villages, all leading to the stunning cathedral in Santiago. By the time we reach the cathedral, we’ll have shared laughter, earned our Pilgrim passports, and experienced a journey like no other.

On Day 1, there’s a meet & greet at the hotel in Lisbon upon arrival at 6pm. Depending on the arrival time, we’ll have an orientation walk before dinner. There’s also a welcome dinner included in a local restaurant.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: 3-star or 4-star hotel
This first day’s walk in Lisbon will give a wide overview of the picturesque old quarters in the city. The Bairro Alto is an old and picturesque neighborhood in the center, with narrow, cobbled streets, secular houses, small traditional shops, restaurants, and nightlife venues.

Praça do Comércio, locally known as Terreiro do Paço, is a square in downtown Lisbon, located next to the river Tagus. The dramatic and imposing buildings frame one of the most beautiful and impressive city centers in Europe.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 3-star or 4-star hotel
The monument we’ll visit today goes back to the golden age of Portuguese discoveries and to the magnificent creations that were built to celebrate that era. The Jerónimos Monastery is a royal foundation that dates back to the late 15th century. This stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site will sweep us away with its majestic display of Manueline opulence portraying the wealth of the crown.

Further down the River, the magnificent tower of Belém, built in 1520 as part of the Tagus estuary defense system, is one of the greatest symbols of Portugal’s Age of Discoveries and a World Heritage Site. Free time in the afternoon.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 3-star or 4-star hotel
We’ll transfer from Lisbon to Tomar. En route, we’ll visit other UNESCO World Heritage Sites, starting with the Batalha Monastery, one of Europe’s greatest Gothic masterpieces that was born out of a promise of gratitude for a won battle that granted Portugal its independence.

Afterwards, a visit to Alcobaça Monastery, a 12th-century colossal complex originally given to St Bernard of Clairvaux. This monastery is also the burial site of Portugal’s most famous royal lovers and their tragic history – “Pedro and Inês”.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 3-star or 4-star hotel
A day dedicated to Tomar, with a morning introductory walk in the center. The day will be partly guided to give a full background to the buildings and history of Tomar. The Convent of Christ was built as a Knight’s Templars stronghold in the 12th century, and we’ll discover the history of one of the most famous religious orders of all times.

Later we’ll visit a nearby winery where there’ll be a tour through the winery and wine cellar, with some disclosure of the secrets behind the process of winemaking. This visit also includes a wine tasting.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 3-star or 4-star hotel
On our way through the center of Portugal, we’ll cross the Ribatejo, a green and tranquil area. Later on, on our way to Porto, we will stop in Nazaré, famous for its underwater canyon that inspired the famous surfer Garret McNamara in the “100 Foot Wave” series. Depending on our arrival time, we’ll have an orientation walk.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 3-star or 4-star hotel
On our first day in Porto we’ll explore the town, which is the capital of the north, and Portugal’s second city. We’ll see some of Porto’s most iconic monuments, and visit the Ribeira, a quaint living area and a World Heritage Site. A river trip will then allow us to enjoy the spectacular view from the River Douro and a visit to a Port Lodge to get to know the history (and taste!) of this world-famous wine. In the evening, there’s a fado music experience, a window into Portuguese culture and history.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 3-star or 4-star hotel
On Day 8, we’ll have a free morning to explore Porto. After lunch (not included), we’ll transfer to Vigo, located on the banks of the Vigo River, and then it’s time to explore the town and its charm.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 3-star or 4-star hotel
The day begins by walking through the historic streets of Tui, and a visit to its famous cathedral, a 12th-century Roman Catholic church. From Tui, we’ll start climbing north, with a descent into O Porriño.

Meals: Breakfast
Elevation: +70 m / +230 ft, -70m / -230 ft
Walking: 16 km / 10 mi, about 4h30
Accommodation: 3-star or 4-star hotel
Our walk takes us through Val da Louriña just before we start the climb that leads to Redondela, where we’ll finish today’s stage. From the top of the climb we can contemplate the amazing views of the Ria de Vigo. At the end of the walk, there will still be some time to visit Redondela.

Meals: Breakfast
Elevation: +200 m / +656 ft, -250 m / -820 ft
Walking: 15.5 km / 9.6 mi, about 4h30
Accommodation: 3-star or 4-star hotel
From Redondela, we’ll witness a piece of history by crossing the “Ponte Sampaio”, a Roman bridge that witnessed a battle against the Napoleonic invaders. We’ll head to Pontevedra, a town with a fascinating historic town center and several places of interest worth visiting, such as the Plaza de la Peregrina (Pilgrim Square), and the Basilica of Santa María la Mayor. At the end of the walk, we’ll have some time to visit Pontevedra.

Meals: Breakfast
Elevation: +250 m / +820 ft, -250 m / -820 ft
Walking: 19.6 km / 12.2 mi, about 5h
Accommodation: 3-star or 4-star hotel
Today’s stage brings us another amazing piece of history. The Ponte do Burgo is a medieval bridge that will allow us to cross over the Lerez River. The walk continues through native forests, eucalyptus trees, and small streams towards Caldas de Reis, known for its thermal waters.

Meals: Breakfast
Elevation: +150 m / +492 ft, -150 m / -492 ft
Walking: 21.1 km / 13.1 mi, about 5h
Accommodation: 3-star or 4-star hotel
Famous for numerous reasons, Padron is deeply associated with Saint James and its travels through Hispania, making it, naturally, one of the most famous stages of the Santiago way. Nevertheless, you may also want to try the famous local Padron peppers, which is like playing foodie Russian roulette: 1 in 10 is extra hot, and you never know which one you’re going to get!

Meals: Breakfast
Elevation: +140 m / +459 ft, -170m / -230 ft
Walking: 18.6 km / 11.5 mi, about 5h
Accommodation: 3-star or 4-star hotel
Shortly after starting this stage, we’ll reach the village of A Escravitude, with its ornate Marian sanctuary. The trail continues to climb as it winds towards Santiago, and we’ll soon spot the towers of the cathedral.

Meals: Breakfast
Elevation: +325 m / +1,066 ft, -70 m / -230 ft
Walking: 24.3 km / 15 mi, about 6h30
Accommodation: 3-star or 4-star hotel
Day 15 is a free day dedicated to the town that holds the mysteries and the pilgrimage of Santiago de Compostela. In the afternoon, we’ll visit a local pastry shop and taste the Tarte de Santiago (an almond sweet pie with eggs and sugar) and local liquor.

Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Accommodation: 3-star or 4-star hotel
On Day 16, we’ll say our goodbyes and depart individually.

Lisbon to Camino de Santiago: 16-Day Hiking Adventure

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BeCool Travel offers all sorts of guided and self-guided holidays in Portugal, with an emphasis on sustainability through partnerships with local operators. Whether it’s a walking or a cycling adventure, a historical, wellness, or wine tour, they’ve got you covered, all the while providing top-notch services and logistics. With a focus on safety, environmental protection, and customer satisfaction, BeCool Travel ensures a responsible and enriching travel experience, designed and carried out by locals.

Food and accommodation

Food

On this Camino Lisbon to Santiago tour, we’ll have 15 buffet breakfasts at the hotel, along with 2 dinners on Days 1 and 15.

Start your morning with pão fresco (fresh bread rolls), typically served with manteiga (butter), queijo (cheese), or compota (jam). Pair it with a strong bica (espresso) for that perfect morning buzz. A sweeter start? Try pastéis de nata, the iconic custard tarts, or bolo de arroz, a light rice-flour muffin. In some regions, you’ll find broa de milho (cornbread) or pão de Deus (a coconut-topped bun) making appearances.

Accommodation

On this hiking Camino tour from Lisbon to Santiago, we’ll be staying in cozy, carefully selected 3-star or 4-star hotels, such as Casa de São Mamede, Hotel dos Templários, Hotel Axis Club Porto, Hotel Oca Ipanema Vigo, Hotel Rias Bajas, and Hotel Gelmirez. We’ll be staying in clean and spacious twin rooms with all the amenities we might need.

Things to know

Included:
- - An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  - 16-day Camino Lisbon to Santiago hiking tour
  - All transports to walks and activities
  - Accommodation: 15 nights in 3-star or 4-star hotels in a twin standard room for 2 people
  - Meals: All breakfasts (15 buffet breakfasts) and 2 dinners
  - Entry tickets on days 4, 5, 7, 11, and 15
Not included:
- - Flights to and from Portugal
  - Airport transfers
  - Meals not indicated in the itinerary
  - Airport pickup — available upon request
  - Single supplement — available upon request
  - Guide gratuities — optional
  - Travel and medical insurance — optional
This Camino Lisbon to Santiago tour is suitable for everyone, but relatively good fitness is expected. You should be able to comfortably walk from 15 km / 9.3 mi to 25 km / 15.5 mi on walking days.

Hiking consecutive full days can be quite strenuous. In preparation for your hike, it’s recommended to do some 5-10 mile (8-16 km) walks – including some uphills and downhills with a loaded backpack.

For more hiking adventures in Portugal, click here!
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
- - Daypack large enough to carry everything you might need throughout the day
  - Hydration bladder or a water bottle
  - Clothes made from quick-drying fabrics (avoid cotton)
  - Leisure clothing and footwear for the evenings
  - Spare clothes for layering
  - Waterproof rain jacket
  - Fleece pullover or jacket
  - Quick-dry short-sleeved and long-sleeved tops
  - Quick–dry walking pants (consider the ones that zip off to make shorts)
  - Waterproof pants — optional (unless it’s very cold, it’s usually best to hike in shorts, but feel free to bring these pants if you’d feel more comfortable)
  - Hiking boots or shoes
  - Hiking socks
  - Sunhat
  - Gloves
  - Sunglasses
  - Hiking poles — optional
  - Earplugs — optional
  - Basic first aid essentials, such as blister protection
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, etc.)
  - Camera — optional (but recommended)
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
Group sizes and pricing
- - For this Camino Lisbon to Santiago tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 20:1.
  - It takes a minimum of 2 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 20 participants.
Hiking in Portugal can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The starting point of your Camino Lisbon to Santiago tour is Lisbon. To get there, most people fly into Lisboa (LIS) Airport. From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport, or rent a car to reach Lisbon.

Once you’re there, you will meet your guide at 6pm in your hotel.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!

Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!
Deposits
You can secure one of the set dates with a 30% deposit upon booking. The remaining 70% of the trip price is to be paid 90 days prior to departure, at the latest.

Cancellations
Booking fees are non-refundable in all cases. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options:

Basic
- - In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
  - For cancellations 90 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a 70% refund of the trip price.
  - For cancellations 0-89 days before the trip, there is no refund.
Flexible
- - In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
  - For cancellations 90 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a full refund of the trip price.
  - For cancellations 60-89 days before the trip, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the trip price.
  - For cancellations 0-59 days before the trip, there is no refund.
Super Flexible
- - In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
  - For cancellations 60 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a full refund of the trip price.
  - For cancellations 0-59 days before the trip, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the trip price.
57hours partners with Redpoint Travel Protection, offering you a fully integrated program with a single point of contact for all your needs, from emergency services to travel assistance and protection claims. We highly recommend purchasing a comprehensive protection policy from Redpoint, which will protect you both before and during your travels. Before your departure, your investment is protected by the trip cancellation benefit. Once you depart, your policy provides coverage for trip interruption, medical assistance and rescue, baggage loss, trip delay, and more. Once you complete booking with 57hours, we'll create bespoke quote for you (and your group), making sure you're fully protected for the adventure ahead.