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The town of Tui contemplates its reflection on the calm waters of the river Miño. A border town chosen by thousands of pilgrims to begin their adventure on the Portuguese Way and reach Santiago de Compostela.

If you decide to become a pilgrim on this route you will walk through small rural villages surrounded by vineyards and fields. Halfway you will find an encouraging travel companion, the Atlantic Ocean, which will guide you for much of the route, giving you amazing views of the estuaries of Vigo and Pontevedra. An ocean that will leave you to give way to beautiful medieval bridges, chapels and thermal villas.

The Portuguese Way from Tui is also a journey for the senses; you will discover landmarks of Galician gastronomy. Impossible to resist the famous Arcade oysters, a portion of mussels washed down with an unmistakable Albariño wine or to discover if the real Padrón peppers are hot… or not.

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Stages of Portuguese Way from Tui (6 stages)

Day 1. Arrival in Tui

If you like multicultural places, you’ve just come to the perfect place. Tui is a border town with Portugal, from which it is only separated by the river Miño. In fact, Tui forms a Eurocity with Valença do Minho. Moreover, it is an amalgam of people because here pilgrims who, like you, begin the adventure, come together with the pilgrims who come walking from Portugal. Perfect for meeting people, listening, sharing experiences and preparing for the adventure you are about to start. Enjoy your Portuguese Way from Tui!

Day 2. Stage Tui - O Porriño (18.7 km)

This is a stage of exuberant colours and vegetation, as several kilometres run through itineraries of the Natura 2000 Network of the Gándaras de Budiño. The walk is pleasant and gentle, so enjoy the surroundings and your first day as a pilgrim.

What better way to end the day than with a pleasant stroll through the historic centre of this welcoming town. It is a place totally closed to traffic and people of all ages and nationalities pass through it. It also has numerous shops and cafes located in the surrounding area. The perfect plan to enjoy a relaxing afternoon is to sit on one of the terraces of the town hall square and enjoy some delicious portions with a good Albariño wine.

Day 3. O Porriño - Arcade (23 km)

Today you continue your journey and the reward of the effort will be to take the Ría de Vigo as a companion. Lately in Spain there is a tradition of putting benches with the title “The most beautiful bench in the world” in places with privileged views. Well, there should be a bench at every point that you are going to walk along during the journey. I think we don’t need to tell you more. The best views of the coast of southern Galicia will rise up before you today.

To round off this glorious day, where you’ll arrive ecstatic with so much natural beauty, what better way to finish off than by tucking into some good oysters in Arcade. It is not for nothing that this place is considered the capital of oysters. I assure you that you won’t have tasted anything like it. Of course, don’t forget to accompany your meal with a nice glass of Albariño, the best white wine in the area.

Day 4. Arcade - Pontevedra (12 km)

You will leave Arcade behind and start the stage crossing one of the most important bridges in Galicia in terms of history, Ponte Sampaio. It is a colossal stone bridge that spans the river Verdugo and where, during the War of Independence, a battle was fought that led to the withdrawal of French troops in Galicia. After crossing the bridge you will wander among villages, pazos, hórreos and cruceiros until you reach the Brea Vella da Canicouva, an evocative path of large slabs along which the Roman road XIX used to pass.

Pontevedra is for many people one of the most beautiful cities in Galicia, and no wonder. A stroll through its cobbled streets and squares will be enough to realize the special charm it hides. After Santiago de Compostela, Pontevedra is the place on the Portuguese Route from Tui with the largest number of heritage elements. You can visit, among other things, the Ruins of Santo Domingo in the Provincial Museum of Pontevedra, the Royal Basilica of Santa María la Mayor, and the symbol of the city: the church of La Peregrina.

Day 5. Pontevedra - Caldas de Reis (21 km)

After crossing the river Lérez the Camino leaves Pontevedra and will take you to the Marismas de Alba observatory, a large wetland of 80 hectares that is home to hundreds of plant species and 123 species of birds. The route runs along roads where there are many crossroads and level crossings, so you should take extreme caution. Once you get to Briallos, we recommend you take a detour of half a kilometre to visit the Cascadas del Barosa, a natural site of extraordinary beauty, with a beautiful sixty-metre waterfall and fourteen mills arranged along the waterfalls.

At the end of your stage, Caldas de Reis, the water is still the protagonist as it is one of the most important thermal villages in Galicia, and we present the perfect plan to enjoy a pleasant afternoon: After a short walk through the botanical garden, sit on one of its terraces and enjoy the tranquility listening to the murmur of the river.

Day 6. Caldas de Reis - Padrón (18.6 km)

After saying goodbye to the thermal village of Caldas, you will enter the valley of Bermaña following the route through its forests of centenary trees, oak groves, cornfields and cruceiros. After a gentle ascent you will reach Santa Mariña de Carracedo, a village with a church, a rectory and a granary. The road continues towards Padrón passing through deep forests with water mills and leaving behind small villages until Pontecesures. After crossing the bridge of Roman origin a few kilometres away you will find the end of the stage, Padrón,

Today’s plan is about literature. On this day we introduce you to Rosalía de Castro, one of the most illustrious Galician women in history. In his House-Museum in Padrón, you will be able to know everything about his life and work.

Besides, Padrón is a famous town for more reasons. Related to pilgrimages, it is a mythical place because legend has it that it was there that the boat carrying the remains of the apostle St. James landed. You can visit the famous Pedrón that was used to moor the boat in the church of Santiago in the village. And how could it be otherwise, no one can leave without tasting its famous peppers.

Day 7. Padrón - Santiago de Compostela (24,3 km)

Last day of the pilgrim experience! As we always say the ideal is to get up early to make the most of the day in Santiago de Compostela. Today’s stage will pass super fast between nerves and excitement of the imminent arrival. The jewel of this stage is the beautiful collegiate church of Iria Flavia, which was the first cathedral in Galicia and in whose cemetery, under an olive tree, you will find the humble tomb of the famous writer Camilo José Cela. The route continues through the towns of Teo and Ames until you reach the Plaza del Obradoiro. Undoubtedly the most emotional moment of all your French Way from Tui.

You are in Santiago! Feel happy and proud to have completed your Portuguese Way from Tui. Now we just need to pick up the Compostela certificate and enjoy an incredible day getting to know the Galician capital.

Day 8. End of the trip

Congratulations! You have completed your Portuguese Way from Tui. This last day you are in charge, you can go back home or enjoy one more day in Santiago. And how beautiful is Compostela.

Did you know that all roads end in Finisterre? If you have been left with the desire to walk and you have 5 days more, we encourage you to complete the 5 stages from Santiago to Finisterre. The most magical and spiritual route that hides real treasures such as Ponte Maceira, one of the most beautiful villages in Spain or the sunset of the Finisterre lighthouse, one of the most beautiful in the world.

Accommodation prices

Private hostels

250 €

Hostels and pensions

495 €

Hotels

665 €

Types of accommodation

In hotels and superior accommodation from Tui

Habitación doble del Hotel Montenegro - Santiago de Compostela

In hotels and superior accommodation from Tui

Are you looking for a plus in quality and want to guarantee maximum rest and comfort after each stage? We offer you the best hotels along the Camino de Santiago. Ideal facilities to relax, with a wide range of complementary services (elevator, restaurant, room service, transfers, etc.). All rooms have private bathroom and you can choose between single, double, twin, double or triple. They have gardens, terraces, large communal areas and many of them also have a swimming pool.

In hostels and pensions from Tui

In hostels and pensions from Tui

It is the most popular option for pilgrims seeking privacy and tranquility without involving a large outlay of money. The hostels, guesthouses and rural cottages are family-run establishments with few rooms and common areas in which to exchange experiences with other travellers. Rooms with private bathroom simple, comfortable, without great luxury, but very cozy. You will be able to choose between double, twin, triple or even quadruple rooms for those travelling as a family .

In private hostels from Tui

In private hostels from Tui

Hostels are the perfect option if you are travelling alone, have a low budget or want to live the Camino de Santiago experience to the fullest. The ideal accommodation to meet other pilgrims, live together and experience all the values of this magical journey. They have mixed rooms organized in bunk beds, bathrooms separated by sexes, equipped kitchens, laundry and common areas where you can relax and enjoy unforgettable evenings with your travel companions.

Details ofPortuguese Way from Tui (6 stages)

Services included

8 days / 7 nights accommodation

Luggage transfer during the stages

Complete documentation

Pilgrim’s Credential

On-the-road emergency telephone assistance

Travel insurance

Optional Services

Service	In hostels and pensions from Tui	In private hostels from Tui	In hotels and superior accommodation from Tui
Breakfast	70€ per person	Not available	88€ per person
MP (Breakfast and dinner)	180€ per person	Not available	214€ per person
Supplement for single room	145€ per single room	Not available	305€ per single room
Extra night in Santiago de Compostela	95€ (sing. room) / 150€ (doub. room)	28€ per person	120€ (sing. room) / 185€ (doub. room)
Transfer from Santiago to Tui	195€ (4-seater vehicle)	195€ (4-seater vehicle)	195€ (4-seater vehicle)
Transfer from Vigo to Tui	85€ (4-seater vehicle)	85€ (4-seater vehicle)	85€ (4-seater vehicle)

	Breakfast
	In hostels and pensions from Tui	70€ per person
	In private hostels from Tui	Not available
	In hotels and superior accommodation from Tui	88€ per person


	MP (Breakfast and dinner)
	In hostels and pensions from Tui	180€ per person
	In private hostels from Tui	Not available
	In hotels and superior accommodation from Tui	214€ per person


	Supplement for single room
	In hostels and pensions from Tui	145€ per single room
	In private hostels from Tui	Not available
	In hotels and superior accommodation from Tui	305€ per single room


	Extra night in Santiago de Compostela
	In hostels and pensions from Tui	95€ (sing. room) / 150€ (doub. room)
	In private hostels from Tui	28€ per person
	In hotels and superior accommodation from Tui	120€ (sing. room) / 185€ (doub. room)


	Transfer from Santiago to Tui
	In hostels and pensions from Tui	195€ (4-seater vehicle)
	In private hostels from Tui	195€ (4-seater vehicle)
	In hotels and superior accommodation from Tui	195€ (4-seater vehicle)


	Transfer from Vigo to Tui
	In hostels and pensions from Tui	85€ (4-seater vehicle)
	In private hostels from Tui	85€ (4-seater vehicle)
	In hotels and superior accommodation from Tui	85€ (4-seater vehicle)