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Camino De Santiago
Join Us for an Unforgettable Autumn 2024 Camino De Santiago Journey!
We are partnering with Camino Groups to bring you on a journey of Spiritual and Cultural Enrichment, to improve your physical & mental wellbeing and enhance our personal growth. Walking the 100k journey with like minded people.
Discover the Spirit of the Camino
The Camino, or “The Way”, is a network of medieval paths across Spain and Europe that all lead to one final destination – the city of Santiago De Compostela. Situated in the Celtic region of Galicia in north-western Spain, Santiago has attracted countless walkers and pilgrims for over a thousand years.
People walk (or cycle, or even go on horseback!) to Santiago for many different reasons. The Camino is rooted in Christian history where pilgrims walked to the final resting place of St. James the apostle. Nowadays, walkers are drawn for a variety of reasons. While 90% of people presenting themselves for a certificate in Santiago at the end of their journey cite religious reasons as one of their motives, many walk for the physical challenge, for spiritual reasons or simply for fun.
Your Camino Adventure
Dates: Depart October 6th 2024
Duration: 7 nights. 6 days of walking
Route: Camino Portugués – Valenca to Santiago
Description
We will be walking the final section of the Camino Portugués. The name is a bit misleading in that it is nearly all in Spain! You start from Valenҫa which is on the Portuguese side of the border between Spain and Portugal, crossing over to Tui.
Level of difficulty is moderate – this is one of the easier Camino sections.
General Itinerary
Day 1 – Fly to Santiago
Upon arrival, you are provided with a private transfer to Valenҫa for your overnight stay. Take the chance to explore the forteleza in Valenҫa – the old town contained within fortress walls that date from the 13th century.
Day 2 – Walk 20km from Valenҫa to O Porriño
Your day starts by crossing over the River Minho into Spain via a bridge designed by Gustav Eiffel. Passing by the Parador of Tui, you will walk uphill through the narrow streets of Tui to collect your first stamp in Spain at Tui cathedral. Your day finishes in the small town of O Porriño, famous for its “Pink Porriño” granite stone.
Day 3 – Walk 22 km from O Porriño to Arcade
Your day involves passing through the picturesque hamlet of Mos before reaching Redondela, a pretty place to stop for lunch. Arcade is the self-styled Galician home of oysters and is also a chance for you to take a beach stroll to watch the sun go down over the Bay of Vigo.
Day 4 – Walk 13km from Arcade to Pontevedra
Your day starts by crossing the beautiful Roman bridge from Arcade to Pontesampaio. The short day allows you plenty of time to explore the old city centre of Pontevedra, centred around the Basilica de Santa Maria in Praza Ourense.
Camino fact – Pontevedra was once a key trading port and is where the Santa Maria, Columbus’ flagship, was built.
Day 5 – Walk 21km from Pontevedra to Caldas de Reis
A quiet day spent mostly on minor country roads allows you the chance to relax in San Amaro on the way to Caldas. Caldas de Reis (“the thermal springs of the kings”) takes its name from the thermal springs that are still used today.
Day 6 – Walk 20km from Caldas to Padrón
Passing through possible resting points at Santa Mariña, O Pino and San Miguel, the day finishes up in Padrón, a town synonymous with Camino legend. It is here that the remains of St. James are said to have been taken ashore by his followers. Padrón is also home to the Pimientos de Padrón – peppers with a random hot surprise that are a local specialty worth sampling!
Day 7 – Walk 24km to Santiago
Today is all about reaching your journey’s end. You pass through Escravitude, Anguira de Suso, Faramello and Milladoiro before walking the final couple of kilometres to the cathedral in Santiago. Set off early to give yourself plenty of time to explore the incredible city of Santiago, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the perfect place to get lost in meandering streets or to sit at a bar and watch the pilgrim world go by!
Day 8 – Fly home
Return to Santiago airport for your return flights
Cost
€755 pp sharing
Accommodation single supplement €250.
What's Included
- 7 nights’ accommodation in ensuite rooms on a B&B basis (typically 3* standard). Accommodations is chosen to give you the best value while still maintaining high standards.
- Private airport transfer from Santiago airport to Valença.
- Bag transfer each day.
- Pilgrim Passport – issued by Camino Society Ireland – the only officially-recognised Irish pilgrim passport.
- Detailed walking notes for each stage, as well as ongoing advice and 24/7 emergency phone service.
- The security provided from booking with a licensed and bonded travel agency.
- Nordic walking Master Trainers to support you along your journey.
- Multi day walking training plan.
- Flights not included.
- Travel insurance not included – we recommend that all customers take out adequate travel insurance.
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