Camino Portuguese Coastal
Itinerary
7 total nights – from the 27th to the 4th of May 2019
Dublin to Santiago Airport
Departing Dublin on the 27th @ 1305 and arriving @1620
10kg bags included per person – Aer Lingus
Standard Accommodation throughout / breakfast included / dinner included each day / luggage transfers included / holiday pack with notes and maps / 24-7 support number / GPS file
Baiona - Nights: 1
From 27 Apr to28 Apr
You arrive in Baiona. 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. On a hot day, stop at the blue flag beach Praia América in Nigrán for a quick swim
Vigo - Nights: 1
From 28 Apr to 29 Apr
From the city of Vigo, you will continue on your coastal Camino with the Bay of Vigo to your left. Today is quite a short day so you can enjoy a more relaxed pace. Your stop for the night is the town of Redondela where you will join the original Portuguese Camino
Distance - 26km
Redondela – Nights:1
From 29 Apr to 30 Apr
Today is your last day along the coast and quite a short walking day so you can make the most of the seaside. Stop to try the famous oysters in the fishing village of Arcade. Your final point is the city of Pontevedra, with its pretty historic centre. At today is quite a short day so you will have time to explore the old town, with its many Romanesque churches and quaint granite squares.
Distance - 15km
Pontevedra - Nights: 1
From 30 Apr to 1 May
Leaving Pontevedra, today, the Camino will take you through chestnut groves and pine and eucalyptus woods. In the village of Ponte Cabras you will see the rectory of Santa María de Alba. At Lombo da Maceira, a statue of Saint James with his walking stick will show you the way. On your way to Caldas de Reis you will pass the hamlet of Tivo with its lovely fountain and public washing bath
Standard Accommodation: Avenida Pontevedra
Distance - 20km
Caldas de Reis – Night 1
From 1 May to 2 May
From Caldas de Reis you will cross the river Umia and find the hot springs that have given the town its name since Roman times. The trail once again takes you to forests and gradually climbs to the village of Santa Mariña.
Distance - 22km
Padrón – Nights: 1
From 2 May to 3 May
You will continue on the Camino through pine forests to today’s destination: the town of Padrón. When the body of Saint James was being brought to Compostela by boat, Padrón was said to be the first land it reached.
Distance - 18km
Santiago de Compostela - 1 Night
Take time to explore this gem of a city, small and vibrant. Its UNESCO listed old town will enchant you. In Santiago de Compostela you will find not only pilgrims but also locals and students, socialising and enjoying a few bites and glasses of wine in the many bars, restaurants and cosy cafes.
Departing Santiago on the 4th @ 1700 and arriving @ 1810
Total Cost per person - €878
** upgrades **
1. Country Cottages - €50 per person extra
2. Superior Collection - €260 per person extra