Get ready to turn your Camino dreams into reality, but with a twist! While everyone’s raving about the classic Camino Frances, we’re here to shine a spotlight on its coastal cousin—the Camino Portugués. Trust us, it’s a game-changer! As a crew of local trip planners, we’ve cooked up the ultimate self-guided cycling adventure along the last 170 miles of this hidden gem, from Porto to Santiago de Compostela. Say goodbye to endless prep work because we’ve got all the logistics covered. Get ready to pedal your way beside Atlantic waves, along rugged coastlines, and between medieval towns bursting with centuries of history and mouthwatering seafood. It’s a journey that’ll make you dive deep into the vibrant cultures of northern Portugal and Spain as you draw closer to the City of the Apostle.
Get ready for a 7-day cycling adventure along the scenic Camino Portugués, from Porto to Santiago de Compostela. Cycle through charming villages, along sandy beaches, and coastal boardwalks, experiencing the beauty of northern Portugal and Spain. Explore historic towns like Pontevedra and Baiona, savoring local cuisine and culture along the way. Conclude your journey in Santiago de Compostela, where you can visit the magnificent Cathedral and stroll through the historic center. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, hearty breakfasts, and seamless luggage transfers throughout this unique pilgrimage.
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*Please note that refrigerators are not guaranteed in the accommodations
Cycling the Camino Portugués requires great fitness and stamina. You’ll be cycling between 23 and 40 miles (37-65 km) per day, sometimes on long and steep climbs. Keep in mind that the adventure includes 5 consecutive cycling days. Expect varying terrain, with some sections being uneven, unpaved, or on loose ground. This trip is ideal for those who cycle regularly, and it’s even better if you have experience of riding on uneven/unpaved terrain. If you’re joining this cycling tour, we expect you to be fit and healthy, ready to take on an achievable challenge!
The terrain for the last 170 miles (270 km) of the Camino Portugués varies, offering a mix of flat sections, gentle slopes, and occasional challenging climbs. As you approach Santiago de Compostela, you’ll encounter a diverse landscape, including rural paths, paved roads, forest trails, and cobblestone streets through quaint villages and historic towns. While some parts may be relatively easy to cycle, others might require more effort, especially if there are steep ascents or rough terrain. Overall, you can expect a rewarding but occasionally demanding journey as you pedal their way to the final destination.
Here’s what you’ll need:
Mountain bikes are included in the price of the tour, but you can bring your own if you prefer. Bring comfortable clothes appropriate for the season and for different weather conditions. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
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Self-guided tours are perfect for those who enjoy exploring on their own terms—at their own pace, and with the company they choose. By joining this self-guided Camino Portugues bike tour, we take care of…
Rather than joining a guided group, you’ll navigate the tour yourself, using resources provided by the tour operator. For a hassle-free journey with everything arranged for you in advance, there’s no better option!
As a self-guided tour is built around your preferred travel dates, your guide will take care of arranging accommodations and details after you book. Note that exact accommodations and dates might shift slightly, so don’t make any travel arrangements until the details of your adventure are confirmed.
Your guides will send you a pre-departure pack by post. The pack contains your pilgrim passport, luggage tag, route notes or guidebook if you’ve requested a hard copy. In case there are certain complications with receiving the pre-departure pack, it will wait for you at your first accommodation.
You’ll have to download the route notes and vouchers yourself. The cycling route notes are here to assist you. We recommend that you always familiarize yourself with the daily journey ahead. You’ll also download the vouchers yourself. These vouchers contain all the information about your confirmed accommodation—there will be an address, their phone number, any special instructions on how to get there, and a small map.
You will find a 24/7 support phone number on the bottom of each voucher. Keep in mind that there’s no need to print out the vouchers, as your reservations will be confirmed.
Pricing is based on double occupancy. Still, a solo traveler can certainly sign up, but please note there will be an additional single supplement fee.
The luggage transfer is limited to 1 bag per person with a maximum weight of 15 kg per bag. The size of the bag doesn’t matter. Additional bags can be transferred for an extra €10 per bag per transfer. Please note that boots or smaller bags attached to the main bag count as an extra bag and will be charged accordingly.
If you’re moving onto different accommodation, we ask you to have the luggage ready by 8am at the reception. Make sure to use your luggage tags—ideally, write your trip reference and your mobile phone number if you wish. Your luggage should be at the next hotel by 6pm at the latest.
Group sizes and prices:
Min. age requirements:
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The price for this tou is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. You can add it to your booking at checkout.
Solo travelers are welcome to join, but a single occupancy room surcharge is mandatory—you’ll be able tell us if you’re signing up solo at checkout.
Your adventure starts in Porto, the second largest city in Portugal. To get there, most people fly into Porto Airport. Alternatively, you can fly into Lisbon Airport and take a train or a bus ride to Poto. Once there, get to your accommodation, do a check in, and collect your bike.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.
Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors 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.
To secure your spot, a deposit in the amount of 30% is required at the time of booking. The remaining amount must be paid 90 calendar days prior to the trip departure. Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancellation policy stated below applies. If you cancel the booking…
Client can transfer their booking to a person who satisfies all the requirements, having first given the Guide reasonable notice in writing to do so before the departure date (such notice must be given more than 21 days prior to the date of departure). Client who transfers the Booking shall be jointly and severally liable with the transferee to the Guide for the payment of any balance due in respect of the holiday and for a substitution fee of €30.00 per person substituted, subject to a maximum of €120.00 per booking (or such other greater sum as may be authorized).
Please note that booking fees are non-refundable in all cases and will be deducted from the refund amount.
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Just returned from cycling the Portuguese Camino from Porto to Santiago del Compostelo. Wonderful experience and made easier by these guides who organised the whole thing including hotels, carriage of luggage and cycle hire. They were easy to contact and responsive to any queries both before the event and during the holiday. Would highly recommend.