Portuguese Way Cycle - Porto to Santiago
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- No booking fees
- COVID-19protected
- Bicycle tour
- Young Adults
- Customizable
- duration 8 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 18-99 yrs
- max group size 15
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-20458
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- Operated in English
- Discovering by bike the river valleys, small villages and pilgrimage sites along the Camino Portugués
- Exploring the historical centres of Porto, Padron and Santiago
- Experiencing culinary delights and the port wine varieties of the area
- Cycling into the fabled town of Santiago de Compostela
Cycle along the Portuguese Camino from Porto into the fabled town of Santiago de Compostela. The Portuguese Road, or Caminho Portugués, is considered by many as the most spiritually connected pilgrimage route. Following the path St James' body took to its resting place at the site of Santiago de Compostela in Spain, the quieter Portuguese path offers a wealth of history and delightful landscapes to discover. While the Caminho Portugués is traditionally walked by pilgrims, it is now possible to enjoy the route by bike. From the lively city of Porto, set on the banks of the Douro River and famous for its port wine production, the journey north travels through small hamlets, past eucalyptus and pine woods, over ancient bridges and through larger market towns dating back to Roman times. You will cross the border in to Spain and cycle into the fabled town of Santiago de Compostela.
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Day 1 : Arrive Porto
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Day 2 : Cycle to Arcos (35km/22mi)
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Day 3 : On to Ponte de Lima, the oldest town in Portugal (54km/33.5mi)
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Day 4 : Cross the Spanish border to Tui (39km/24mi)
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Day 5 : On to Pontevedra (52km/32mi)
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Day 6 : Cycle to Padron (40km/25mi)
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Day 7 : To Santiago (26km/16mi)
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Day 8 : Trip concludes
- 7 nights in a combination of 3-4 star hotels & farmhouse B&Bs on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities
- 7 breakfasts and 4 dinners. Breakfasts are usually continental inclusive of breads, cheese, ham, tea, coffee & juices. Dinner will consist of 3 courses, usually starting with a salad, followed by a chicken, red meat, fish or pasta dish & finishing with a dessert of fruit or cakes.
- Mountain bike rental (standard model) with helmet, handlebar bag, panniers, water bottle, repair kit, lock & pump (gel saddle, toe clips, SPD pedals, bike upgrade options available: Advanced model MTB, electric touring e-bike, e-MTB - supplement applies) A standard trekking bike is also available on request. Please specify your preferred bike type when booking
- Luggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excess
- Digital information pack with route notes & GPX
- Pilgrim's passport
- Emergency hotline
- Travel to Porto and from Santiago
- Meals not listed as included, drinks
- Travel insurance - mandatory
- Advanced model MTB, electric touring e-bike, e-MTB - supplement applies
- Guide – this is a self guided cycling trip
- A supplement will apply if you are travelling solo or book a single room
- Entrance fees not listed as included
- Transfers not listed as included
- Transfers - there is an optional transfer between Porto to Arcos available at an additional cost (must be pre-booked, speak to our staff for details)
- Transfers by taxi or public transport if you need to skip a stage
- Excess luggage
- We recommend bringing a handlebar phone holder – to follow the route more easily using GPX files
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- Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Portuguese Way Cycle - Porto to Santiago tour. You can cancel the tour up to 73 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 72 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 05 November 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 05 November 2024, a deposit of 198 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 72 days before trip departure.
Travel InsurancePortuguese Way Cycle - Porto to Santiago tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Portuguese Way Cycle - Porto to Santiago tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
COVID-19 Safety MeasuresThis trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
- All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure.