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Attention: Route not available for walking between November 1 and January 15, 2025

Tui, a charming town by the river Miño, kicks off many pilgrims’ adventure along the famous Portuguese Way to Santiago de Compostela.

As you stroll through rustic villages, vineyards, and fields, the Atlantic Ocean becomes your companion, offering stunning views of Vigo and Pontevedra estuaries. Besides, this journey isn’t just about walking, i’s a treat for your senses! Savor Galician delights like Arcade oysters, Albariño wine, and Padrón peppers along the way.

Get ready for an unforgettable experience of breathtaking scenery, cultural immersion, and mouthwatering cuisine on the Portuguese Way from Tui to Santiago de Compostela.

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425€

Private hostels

425 €

Hostels and pensions

930 €
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Stages of the Portuguese Way in short stages

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!

Behind is Tui, with its Romanesque and Gothic cathedral of Santa Maria. Before leaving the city, the Camino passes near the park of San Bartolomeu, where there is a pre-Romanesque church of the same name.

Then the route advances near the chapel of Virxe do Camiño, through Paredes de Abaixo and finally over the emblematic bridge of San Telmo, called Ponte das Febres. This small site still belongs to the municipality of Tui, so you will still be able to visit everything that has been left unfinished in the capital of the municipality.

Behind is Ponte das Febres as you plunge into a lush forest known as A Ribeira. After passing through the village of Magdalena, a typical Galician rural village, you will follow the Louro River to Orbenlle. At this point there is a fork that will take you to Eidos or As Gándaras. Whatever your choice, you will glimpse in the distance the large pink granite quarries that have made the area famous, as this coveted pink granite is now exported to places as far away as Japan and the United States.

The next nucleus is the end of the stage and a place closely linked to the Camino de Santiago. In its urban area you can appreciate works of the architect Antonio Palacios, a native of the place and born in 1874. One of his greatest creations is the Municipal Palace, built in 1924. Very close to the route you will find other works such as the templete de la Red de San Luis, the fountain of Christ or the beautiful Palacios Pharmacy (designed in 1912 for his brother).

One of the longest stages of your Camino begins, which will give you enough time to enjoy spectacular views over the Vigo estuary, one of the most beautiful in Galicia.

So, after crossing the municipality of O Porriño, you will face the hardest climb of the day that leads to the chapel of Santiaguiño in Mos.
It is undoubtedly one of the best places to enjoy the Cíes Islands, San Simón Island, the Rande Bridge, and understand why even Jules Verne himself was inspired by the waters of this estuary for part of his work “20000 Leagues Under the Sea”.

Redondela is a place of ancient population, surrounded by places full of thousands of experiences and important historical events such as the aforementioned San Simón Island, which you should visit if you have the opportunity. Also, if you are lucky and the weather is good, you can enjoy a peaceful day at Cesantes Beach.

A very smooth stage with hardly any elevation gain. Following the coastline you will reach Arcade, capital of oysters. And what better way to regain strength than to eat a good portion of local produce and, if the weather is good, enjoy the beautiful beaches of this estuary. Of course, don’t forget to accompany your meal with a nice glass of Albariño, the best white wine in the area.

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.

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.

Especially on arrival at San Amaro, where you will have to cross over a rustic footbridge to reach a committed level crossing without a barrier. On the other side, the long-awaited end of the stage.

Leaving San Amaro again we remind you that in these stages of the Portuguese Way you must be attentive to the different sections that pass near the national and regional roads and the crossings that you may encounter.

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.

Few kilometers separate Caldas de Reis from Carracedo. After saying goodbye to the thermal village of Caldas, you will enter the valley of Bermaña following the route through its forests of ancient 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.

You can still take the opportunity to visit Caldas and its surroundings, so we recommend the pleasant river walk that will take you to the beautiful Fervenza de Segade, a spectacular waterfall with natural pools next to the ruins of an old “light factory”.

The last kilometers in Pontevedra’s territory are left behind, as you go through deep forests with water mills and small villages until you reach Pontecesures. On the other side of the bridge of Roman origin that joins the provinces of Pontevedra and A Coruña, you will find the end of the stage, Padrón.

Padrón is the birthplace of one of Galicia’s most prolific writers, the much-loved Rosalía de Castro, of whom by now you will have seen a multitude of images in all kinds of merchandising. She is 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.

It is also a mythical place for the Camino since it was there that Theodore and Athanasius docked with the stone boat carrying the remains of the apostle St. James. In fact, you can visit the famous Pedrón that was used to moor the boat in the church of Santiago, in the same village. And why not? nothing better than tasting some delicious local peppers after the visit, but be careful, they sting!

Crossing the Sar river you will arrive at Iria Flavia, which was a Roman city and then Episcopal see until the 11th century. On your way you will find the foundation of the Nobel Prize winner Camilo José Cela, a native of the place, and then you will be nourished by the beautiful and traditional villages of the Sar valley.

Arriving at the sanctuary of A Escravitude you can contemplate the valleys of Padrón and enjoy magnificent views of the lands of Amaía. Be careful here with a new level crossing without barrier where it is advisable to be extremely cautious. There is little left for the end of the stage, although it is true that it is perhaps the hardest part of the stage. A short climb will lead you to Rúa de Francos, near the mythical Castro Lupario, where the legendary Queen Lupa resided, who received and deceived the disciples of the Apostle upon his arrival in Galicia.

Last day of your adventure! Ready and energized, we always recommend getting up early to make the most of the day in Santiago de Compostela. 15 kms separate you from the Plaza del Obradoiro, 15 kms that will fly by between the nerves and the excitement of the arrival. You will continue through the towns of Teo and Ames until you make your triumphal entry into the Plaza del Obradoiro, a moment you will remember forever from your Portuguese Way in short stages.

You have arrived in Santiago! Enjoy that mix of tiredness and “I eat the world” after completing your Portuguese Way in short stages from Tui. Pick up your Compostela a few meters from the Plaza del Obradoiro and enjoy an incredible day getting to know the Galician capital, its culture, architecture and gastronomy.

Congratulations! You have completed your Portuguese Way in short stages from Tui. From here on, you are in charge: you can go back home or if you want to discover more about the beautiful Compostela, extend your stay to explore all its secrets.

Do you know that the Km 0 of the Camino is not in Santiago, but in Finisterre? If you have 5 more days, we suggest you to complete your journey to the end of the world by doing the 5 stages that separate Santiago to Finisterre. A magical and spiritual route that hides authentic gems such as Ponte Maceira, one of the most beautiful villages in Spain. But undoubtedly, the best of this Camino is to enjoy the sunset of the Finisterre lighthouse, one of the most beautiful in the world.

Portuguese Way in short stages, Accommodation prices

Private hostels

425 €

Hostels and pensions

930 €

Types of accommodations

    Details of the Portuguese Way in short stages

    Services included

    13 days / 12 nights accommodation13 days / 12 nights accommodation
    Luggage transfer during the stagesLuggage transfer during the stages
    Complete documentationComplete documentation
    Pilgrim’s CredentialPilgrim’s Credential
    Travel insuranceTravel insurance
    On-the-road emergency telephone assistanceOn-the-road emergency telephone assistance
    Route not available from 1/11 to 1/15, 2025Route not available from 1/11 to 1/15, 2025

    Optional Services

    Service
    BreakfastBreakfast
    MP (Breakfast and dinner)MP (Breakfast and dinner)
    Supplement for single roomSupplement for single room
    Extra night in Santiago de CompostelaExtra night in Santiago de Compostela
    Transfer from Santiago to TuiTransfer from Santiago to Tui
    Transfer from Vigo to TuiTransfer from Vigo to Tui
    Breakfast Breakfast
    MP (Breakfast and dinner) MP (Breakfast and dinner)
    Supplement for single room Supplement for single room
    Extra night in Santiago de Compostela Extra night in Santiago de Compostela
    Transfer from Santiago to Tui Transfer from Santiago to Tui
    Transfer from Vigo to Tui Transfer from Vigo to Tui

    Photos

    The Miño River through Tui
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    Trail along a creek on the Portuguese Trail
    A milestone on the Camino
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    Aerial view of Pontevedra
    Praza da Estrela of Pontevedra
    Church of the Pilgrim Virgin of Pontevedra
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    Padrón Bridge
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    Views of the Cathedral of Santiago

    Frequently Asked Questions

    In this modality you will do the Camino de Santiago at your own pace and you will only have to worry about choosing the route you like the most, the type of accommodation and your departure date. If you choose this option you will travel alone or with the people that appear in your reservation, and you will have all the services included so that you only have to worry about walking and enjoying the experience.

    The Camino de Santiago on your own includes the following services

    • Accommodation
    • Luggage transport
    • Dossier with information about the stages
    • Pilgrim's credential
    • On-the-road helpline
    • Travel insurance

    In addition, you can customize your trip by adding the following optional services

    • Breakfast or half board
    • Private transfers to the start of the stage from Santiago de Compostela or from the airport.
    • Extra night at the beginning or end of the stage

    Yes, you will have total freedom to choose your departure date. However, if you want to do your Camino de Santiago in the months of December, January and February, we recommend that you check availability before making your reservation. At this time of year most accommodation is closed and many services may not be available.

    In your travel documents, you will find the names of the accommodations assigned to you, as well as their contact telephone number and location.   As a general rule, all accommodation are located in the centre of the different towns along the Pilgrims' Route to Santiago de Compostela, without the need to deviate too far from the route. But sometimes, due to lack of availability, it is possible that some accommodation may be a little far from the village or even in neighbouring towns.   For all the accommodations that are at a considerable distance from the route of the Camino, we will provide you with a free taxi service that you can use to get to your accommodation and return to the Camino the next morning.   In any case, these are exceptions that we will inform you at the time of booking.

    Luggage transport service by default is included in all our trips and it is not necessary to request it. You can enjoy the Camino de Santiago without the burden of carrying your luggage on your back, knowing that your suitcase will be waiting for you at your next accommodation upon your arrival. Along with your credential, you'll also receive stickers. Cover these stickers with the requested information and stick them in a visible place on your suitcase. Upon arrival at your accommodation, we suggest asking at the reception where you can leave your luggage. You'll need to leave your luggage at the designated spot early in the morning for our carrier to pick it up. This ensures that when you arrive at your next accommodation, your luggage will already be waiting for you.

    We have a taxi service that you can hire whenever you need it. You can hire it, for example, to go from the airport to the start of your Camino, or to go from Santiago to your starting point to pick up your car once you finish the stage.

    It is the guarantee that you can enjoy your Camino in a safe way. In our trips you already have an insurance included with your trip to be protected during the Camino de Santiago. We will send you the insurance policy along with all the documentation of your trip, so you will have everything you need to enjoy the Camino with peace of mind. Walk without worries!

    The basic travel insurance included in our packages offers extensive coverage against unforeseen events, ensuring you'll receive guaranteed medical assistance and numerous benefits. You can review the specifics in the General Conditions of Travel Insurance.

    In your travel documents, you'll find an emergency telephone number where we're accessible while you're on the road. This ensures you'll journey with peace of mind, knowin our team members will assist you with any problems, incidents, or questions you encounter along your Camino de Santiago.

    To make a reservation, you can follow these steps:
    • Through our website: Select the route you want and follow the steps indicated in the form. Provide your personal information and that of your companions, choose the type of accommodation, room distribution, meals, transfers, bike rental, etc.
    • By email: If you prefer to make the reservation by email or need a personalized trip, you can send us an email to [email protected]. We will provide you with the necessary information to complete the reservation via email.
    IMPORTANT: If the routes or services on the website do not meet your specific needs, you can request a personalized quote tailored to what you are looking for by sending an email to [email protected]. If you have any questions or issues when making your reservation, please contact us at (0034) 981 96 68 46, and we will be happy to assist you.
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