Portugal Coastal Way to Santiago

Day 1: Arrival in Porto

A UNESCO World Heritage City and best European City destination for 2013, 2014, and again for 2017, Porto is considered one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. The old centre boasts more than 1500 listed monuments, and the history of the traditional Port Wine can be explored by visiting many of the Port cellars which are open to the public.
You stay at Porto Trindade**** (Breakfast included)

Day 2: Porto - Vila do Conde 20 km (12 MI)

Walking transfer in the morning to Matosinhos Wooden boardwalks and pavements will lead you along the coastline via a series of wide sandy beaches, natural reserves and fishing villages to the historical coastal town of Vila do Conde.
You stay at Hotel Brazao*** (Breakfast included)

Day 3: Vila do Conde - Esposende 25 km (15 MI)

Walk alongside the coast between flowers and sand dunes and across beaches. Then head north crossing the Coastal Natural Park in direction of Esposende, an old fishing village with a great setting on the estuary of the River Cavado.
You stay at Hotel Suave Mar*** (Breakfast included)

Day 4: Esposende - Viana do Castelo 23 km (14 MI)

Pass through various villages and some delightful sections of woodland and rivers. Discover Viana do Castelo, an attractive town famous for its ancient and contemporary architecture, offers magnificent views over the Lima valley and estuary with views of distant mountain ranges.
You stay at Hotel Laranjeira** (Breakfast included)

Day 5: Viana do Castelo - Ancora 19 km (12 MI)

Today's journey is mostly inland, with occasional coastal views from hillside villages. Enjoy the shade of the eucalyptus forest as you make your way uphill before descending to the low-key beachside resort town of Vila Praia de Ancora.
You stay at Hotel Meira**** (Breakfast included)

Day 6: Ancora - Aguarda 15 km (9 MI)

Follow the coastal path to Moleda. Then continues to the charming town of Caminha. Option to walk through the pine forest beside the beach. Continue with a scenic ferry journey takes you across the Minho River to the fishing town of A Guarda in Spain.
You stay at Hotel Vila da Guarda** (Breakfast included)

Day 7: A Guarda - Oia 13 km (8 MI)

Before leaving A Guarda, do not miss the Santa Tegra Celtic settlement - the views are spectacular. Follow the Camino on the coastal way, going through the forest before reaching the seaside village of Oia, dominated by its 12th century monastery.
You stay at Hotel Raina** (Breakfast included)

Day 8: Oia - Baiona 13 km (8 MI)

Start your day along fields, coastal villages before a total change of scenery and terrain as you reach the mountains. Continue through countryside before arriving at the medieval center of via two ancient churches.
You stay at Hotel Anunciada** (Breakfast included)

Day 9: Baiona- Vigo 25 km (15 MI)

From Santa Maria church, walk through the countryside offering peaceful paths and rivers. As your way climb, admire wonderful views before entering to Vigo via a park.
You stay at Hotel Tres Luces*** (Breakfast included)

Day 10: Vigo - Arcade 22 km (13 MI)

Start your day with peaceful hillside villages with beautiful views over the estuary and port. Then, head down to Arcade, a riverside town famous for its oysters.
You stay at Hotel Duarte** (Breakfast included)

Day 11: Arcade - Pontevedra 13 km (8 MI)

Leave Arcade via its iconic bridge. Follow ancient stone paths up through the forest. Enjoy a scenic detour along the River Tomeza to approach Pontevedra surrounded by birdsong and greenery. Explore the historical city centre, its vibrant squares and enjoy some tapas at a local bar.
You stay at Hotel Virgen del Camino*** (Breakfast included)

Day 12: Pontevedra - Caldas de Reis 22 km (13 MI)

Walk through the lovely countryside and peaceful forest to the riverside spa town of Caldas de Reis. This place is known for its thermal waters and for healing properties. Enjoy the thermal spring on the main square.
You stay at Balneario Acuna** (Breakfast included)

Day 13: Caldas de Reis - Padron 19 km (12 MI)

Cross a luxuriant landscape alongside the Valga River. Several impressive churches and stone crosses line the route to Padron, the riverside town where St. James's body is said to have been laid to rest by his faithful followers.
You stay at Pazo de Lestrove**** (Breakfast included)

Day 14: Padron - Santiago 25 km (15 MI)

The final stage of the Camino is going through Galician villages. Once you enter the medieval narrow streets of Santiago, the atmosphere changes while reaching the cathedral square.
You stay at Hotel Lux Santiago*** (Breakfast included)

Day 15: Leave Santiago

Explore the old city of Compostela before airport transfer.