Cycling the Portuguese Camino de Santiago
8 days | from 990€
Cycle the Portuguese Camino de Santiago follows the ancient pilgrim route from Porto to Santiago de Compostela. Experience the natural beauty of northern Portugal and Spain.
Known as the Costa da Morte (Coast of Death), this part of northern Spain was the furthest known land until explorers set sail in the Middle Ages. In pre-Roman times, people believed this was the place where souls rose to heaven, understandable when you witness the sun slipping into the vast ocean.
The Camino Santiago to Finisterre extends the Way of St James from Santiago de Compostela to the ‘end of the Earth’, a mystical and symbolic place to complete your journey. This Camino, although ancient, is far less travelled than those that end in Santiago, leaving you to fully appreciate the tranquil beauty of this unspoilt part of Galicia with few distractions.
SUGGESTED ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival in Santiago de Compostela
Arrive in Santiago de Compostela and take some time to explore this atmospheric old city. When you check into your hotel, you will receive your Welcome Kit, which contains all the information you need to fully enjoy this self-guided walking holiday.
Accommodation: 3-star hotel
Day 2: Walk from Santiago de Compostela to Ponte Maceira
Distance: 17 km (10.5 miles)
Elevation (gain/loss):
As you leave Santiago, make a point of looking back at the city for memorable views. The rest of today’s walk takes you through leafy woodland and green fields broken up with intermittent villages. Cross a Roman bridge and end the stage in the pleasant town of Ponte Maceira.
Accommodation: 3-star country hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3: Walk from Ponte Maceira to Santa Mariña
Distance: 24 km (15 miles)
Elevation (gain/loss):
You’ll need an early start and a good breakfast to help you manage the long, gradual climb out of Negreira. Once you reach the ridge, you can enjoy the pretty forest paths, peaceful rural roads and attractive scenery all the way to the village of Santa Mariña.
Accommodation: 3-star country hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Walk from Santa Mariña to Olveiroa
Distance: 13 km (8.1 miles)
Elevation (gain/loss):
This stage is relatively short, so you can start late to recover from the previous day. Follow country lanes and enjoy the scenery as you climb to Monte Aro before your final descent into the village of Olveiroa.
Accommodation: 2-star hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Walk from Olveiroa to Cee
Distance: 20 km (12.5 miles)
Elevation (gain/loss):
Today’s walk is far less hilly and quite scenic. It takes you between mountains, windmills, and forests for your first sighting of the Atlantic Ocean and Cape Finisterre. Make your way slowly down the steep hill to the charming village of Cee, with its small sandy cove and colourful fishing boats.
Accommodation: 3-star hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6: Walk from Cee to Finisterre
Distance: 16 km (10 miles)
Elevation (gain/loss):
The day begins with a climb through Concorbión, after which you’ll head back down to the beach. From here, the Way more or less follows the coastline and the extensive Langosteira beach towards Finisterre, offering beguiling views of the cape. The ‘end of the world’ is further 3 km from the fishing village and marked with a lighthouse.
Accommodation: 2/3stars hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7: Departure
After breakfast, prepare for your onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast
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As an inspiration, and if you want to get an idea of what the experience of doing this route can be, we invite you to watch this video “End of the World” made by one of our customers.
For more itinerary suggestions, please consult our specialist Portuguese Camino de Santiago website: www.portugueseway.com
Map
Walk the Santiago to Finisterre Way
GENERAL CONDITIONS
Duration: 6 nights / 5 walking days
Tour type: Self-guided
Nº of people: From 1
Walking grade: Easy to Moderate
Total walking distance: 90 km / 56 miles
Region: Galicia
Highlights: Historical cities, ancient pilgrim trails, rivers, valleys, beautiful countryside, fabulous beaches and coastline, Roman bridges, beautiful churches, monasteries, chapels, roadside shrines, forests, farmland, authentic villages, rural lifestyles, regional dishes, comfortable accommodations close to the Camino trail.
Available: From 1st March to 31st October
Price per person:
Low season: 01st March to 30th June | 16th September to 31st October
> In double room occupancy: 595 euros
> Single room supplement: 275 euros
High season: 1st July to 15th September
> In double room occupancy: 635 euros
> Single room supplement: 315 euros
What’s included?
- 6 nights accommodation with breakfast;
- Roadbook with detailed route descriptions and elevation profiles;
- Welcome Kit and pre-departure information;
- Pilgrim Kit: Credencial (passport) and Vieira (shell);
- Luggage transfer between accommodations – 1 bag per person – up to 15kg/bag;
- 24/7 emergency support.
What’s not included?
- Meals, except for breakfast, as described above
- Personal expenses or gratuities
- Insurance
- Arrival and departure transfers
- Optional additional tours or activities during free time
Optional extra services:
- Extra nights in Porto (3-star hotel): On request.
- Extra nights in Santiago (3-star hotel): On request.
- Upgrade for 4-star and 5-star hotels and Paradores: On request.
- Transfer from Finisterre to Santiago de Compostela: 150 euros for up to 3 people; 205 euros for 4 to 7 people.
- Transfer from Santiago de Compostela to Porto city/airport: 360 euros for up to 3 people; 420 euros for 4 to 7 people.
- Transfer from hotel to airport in Porto: 50 euros for up to 3 people; 80 euros for 4 to 7 people.
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