Day 1

The route begins at the beautiful and historic town of Tui, situated on the banks of the River Minho on the border between Spain and Portugal. Tui is one of the seven capitals of the ancient kingdom of Galicia and is rich in fascinating history, art, and culture. It's best to arrive early and stroll through the narrow and stunning streets of the old town, visit the Gothic Catedral de Santa María, which offers a beautiful panoramic view, where you can take the first stamp in the pilgrim's passport, and enjoy a tasty meal at a local restaurant.

Day 2

We will start the first stage of the route with a visit to the Romanesque sanctuary of San Bartolome and a walk along the banks of the Louro River. We will leave the city of Tui and exit through the old quarter. To avoid the unpleasant passage in the industrial area, we will take an alternative, more pleasant route along the Louro River to the town of O Porriño, known for its bread baked in a wood oven .

Distance: 16 km

Day 3

Today, we will walk along narrow and shaded village paths, under oak and eucalyptus trees, and along quiet streams. We will climb up to the Santiaguino chapel and descend to Redondela, known as the Village of Viaducts, where the coastal path and the inland route of the Portuguese Camino converge, taking us to Arcade, the capital of shellfish and seafood in Galicia. We'll enjoy another viewpoint of the Vigo estuary and the beaches of San Simon.

Distance: 22 km

Day 4

Today we will cross the the Verdugo River over Ponte Sampaio bridge ,a hustoriclly important bridges in the Galician region. Along the way, we will pass through picturesque towns until we reach Pontevedra, and the symbol of the Pilgrim's Way, La Virgen Peregrina. Pontevedra, the second oldest city after Santiago de Compostela, is known primarily for its magnificent historic center and its excellent Tapas Bars.

Distance: 15 km

Day 5

Leaving Pontevedra behind, we will cross the Lerez River and make our way to the viewpoint overlooking the Alba estuary. From there, we will approach the thermal springs town of Caldas de Reis. The town boasts some of the oldest thermal springs in Galicia, attracting visitors from all over the world for healing purposes.

Distance: 22 km

Day 6

Our beautiful route starts from Caldas de Reis as we cross the ancient bridge over the Umia River, leading us to the fountain of the thermal springs. Our route passes through areas rich in water sources, making them green and rich in vegetation. We will end the day in Padron, where the remains of Saint James' body were brought in 44 AD, and where cultural and historical interest abounds. Today, the town is also famous for its delicious Padron peppers. This is our last stop before Santiago de Compostela.

Distance: 19.5 km

Day 7

This is the final stage of our beautiful journey on the Portuguese Camino! Before leaving, we will visit the beautiful collegiate church in Iria Flavia, the first cathedral in Galicia, and the adjoining cemetery. Under the olive tree lies the tomb of Camilo José Cela, the Nobel Prize-winning writer. From there, we will pass through small villages, marked trails, and forests until we reach the ancient quarter of Santiago de Compostela, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. At the Plaza de Orbadoiro, we will find the majestic cathedral, where we will celebrate the end of our journey.

Distance: 28 km

Day 8

Our amazing journey has come to an end... You can leave after breakfast with unforgettable memories of an unforgettable journey, or stay with us for a few more days and enjoy some of what Santiago de Compostela has to offer.

Don't hesitate to contact us to plan your additional stay.