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Portuguese Way - Section 5 - Rustic
From Tui to Santiago de Compostela
Follow The Camino | Rustic
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Trip ID :

- Follow The Camino | Walking activity
- 117 km
- 8 Days/7 Nights
- From €610
- Camino Rustic
- Gastronomy

Portuguese Way - Section 5 - Rustic - 8 Days/7 Nights - 117 km - From €610 -
From Tui to Santiago de Compostela

Our Camino Rustic walking holiday offers a unique chance to explore the Camino Portugues / Portugues Way to Santiago de Compostela in a more traditional way. You will stay in family-run "casas rurales" (rural guesthouses), often century-old buildings and tastefully renovated. It also gives you a chance to be closer to nature and make your journey to Saint-James even more authentic. Gastronomy is also a highlight on the Camino Rustic, with traditional meals cooked in our selected guesthouses.

This Camino, which was used by Queen Isabel of Portugal in the 13th Century, heads north following the Atlantic coast of Portugal & Spain. The Camino Portugues gently winds along ancient tracks & paths, running through woodlands, villages, farmlands & historic towns. The final leg of the Portuguese Way starts in Tui (Spain) and crosses Galicia from South to North. It also stays close to the Atlantic coast until Pontevedra before heading East to reach the main destination of everyone walking on the Camino: Santiago de Compostela!

Follow The Camino | Walking activity

Portuguese Way - Section 5 - Rustic - 8 Days/7 Nights - 117 km - From €610 -
From Tui to Santiago de Compostela

Day 1 : Tui
Day 2 : Tui to O Porriño (16km)
Day 3 : O Porriño to Arcade (22km)
Day 4 : Arcade to Pontevedra (11km)
Day 5 : Pontevedra to Caldas de Reis (24km)
Day 6 : Caldas de Reis to Padrón (18km)
Day 7 : Padrón to Santiago (24km)
Day 8 : Santiago de Compostela, end of the walking holiday


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DAY BY DAY

DAY 1 – Tui
You will be booked in a hotel in the heart of Tui. The rooms are en-suite.
Take a walk through the picturesque streets of this town, then as you approach the Plaza de San Fernando, the silhouette of the west-facing facade of the 12th-century cathedral will leave you breathless.



Town: Internet, ATM, shops, all facilities.
Meal: B&B




 

DAY 2 – From Tui to O Porriño (16km 4h +90m -80m)
From Tui's old port the Camino winds its way up to the old town, following the so-called Camino da Barca. Then through the Tunel das Monxas, the Camino enters a very steep section and leads to the evocative bridge of San Telmo. From there, travelling over a less abrupt terrain, we come to the town of O Porrino.



Town: Internet, ATM, shops, all facilities.
Meal: Half Board




 

DAY 3 – From O Porriño to Arcade (22km 5h30 +310m -300m)
The terrain becomes easier as we cross the Louro valley. Keeping the valley to the east, after a gentle climb you arrive at the chapel of Santiaguino de Antas; a pleasant place to take a rest. We now enter a wide expanse of woodland. Surrounded by pine trees, the Camino starts its descent through the hamlet of Setefontes and comes to Arcade.



Town: Internet, ATM, shops, all facilities.
Meal: Half Board




 

DAY 4 – From Arcade to Pontevedra (11km 3h +100m -180m)
Reaching the historic site of Ponte Sampaio, the Camino crosses the Verdugo River. During the War of Independence, Napoleon's army suffered one of its greatest defeats in Galicia at this bridge. Heading up a cobbled footpath we come to the 13th century church of Santa Maria. Views of the Bay of Vigo are stunning!



Town: Internet, ATM, shops, all facilities.
Meal: Half Board

DAY 5 – From Pontevedra to Caldas de Reis (24km 6h +110m -100m)
Passing chestnut groves, the Camino leaves Pontevedra and runs parallel to the railway for a while. After passing through the hamlet of Ponte Cabras, we encounter the rectory of Santa Maria de Alba, tucked away among pine and eucalyptus trees. Emerging from the dense woods of Lombo da Maceira, you'll see a statue of Saint James the pilgrim, his cane pointing the way to proceed. The lovely village of Tibo, with its fountain, public washing place and stone cross, bring us to Caldas do Rei.



Town: Internet, ATM, shops, all facilities.
Meal: Half Board




 

DAY 6 – From Caldas de Reis to Padrón (18km 4h30 +120m -100m)
Exiting the town, we take a bridge over the river Umia that leads us to a fountain of hot spring water that had lent the town its name since Roman times. Entering the woods once more, the Camino make its way gently uphill to the hamlet of Santa Marina. Going downhill, we then cross the river Fontenlo. Finally, following a Camino lined with pinetrees, we catch up again with the river as we arrive in Padron.
Padron is famous for being the first land sighted by the ship bearing the body of Saint James.



Town: Internet, ATM, shops, all facilities.
Meal: B&B




 

DAY 7 – From Padrón to Santiago (24km 6h +310m -60m)
The Camino passes through many small villages and hamlets before arriving at the Baroque sanctuary of A Esclavitude. On a hilltop to the left stands the mysterious, abandoned ruins of the hillfort Castro Lupario, and couple of kilometres later, we come to the oldest wayside crosses in Galicia. As we near Agro dos Monteiros, it is now possible to see the towers of the cathedral. Finally the Camino passes by the ruins of a castle known as A Rocha Vella, before entering the city of the Apostle.



Town: Internet, ATM, shops, all facilities.
Meal: Half Board




 

DAY 8 – Santiago de Compostela
After breakfast we bid you farewell.

If you wish to stay in the area, we recommend that you:

- Take your time and visit the magnificent historic centre (read more)

- Continue with us along the wild "Camino Fisterra" (Finisterre Way), and stay overnight at the 2* hotel in the light house!

- or take a bus to Fisterra. (Bus to fisterra: 9am, 10am, bus back in Santiago 16:45 & 19:00. takes 3hours)

- Visit the unspoilt sandy coves and beaches of the west coast. With very few tourists, you are guaranteed a very special experience. Ask us for more information.




Meal: B&B

WEATHER

 

Portuguese Way - Section 5 - Rustic - 8 Days/7 Nights - 117 km - From €610 -
From Tui to Santiago de Compostela

 FLY IN AND OUT

 

It is best to fly to Santiago de Compostela.

1)    FLY IN
  • To Santiago airport

See with Ryanair, Iberia and Aer Lingus for flights from the UK :
- Ryanair : direct flights from Stansted, Nottingham East Midlands and Liverpool
- Aer Lingus : flights from Dublin.

Great choice of connections with Iberia and Spanair from: Frankfurt, Paris, Rome, Barcelona, Bilbao, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Madrid, Malaga, Palma, Seville, Tenerife and Valencia.

2)    FLY OUT

See above.

 

GETTING AROUND



1)    GETTING THERE
  • From Santiago airport

By buses : First bus 1, then bus 2

Bus 1 : From Santiago airport to Vigo :
- 1 hour journey
- See timetables : www.monbus.es (look for "Horarios on the left)

Bus 2 : From Vigo to Tui :
- 30mins journey
- Several buses a day, until late
- See timetables : www.autna.com

2)   GETTING BACK
  • To Santiago airport

By bus :
- Regular shuttle buses
- Departures from the city center
- 20mins journey

 

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Portuguese Way - Section 5 - Rustic - 8 Days/7 Nights - 117 km - From €610 -
From Tui to Santiago de Compostela


HOTEL AND GUESTHOUSE GRADES - HOW WE CHOOSE YOUR ACCOMMODATION

 

 

The Camino Rustic, is a part of the Camino where the accommodation has been carefully selected. The route you take is the usual route. The difference is the type of accommodation: the best way of doing the Way...It also gives you a chance to be closer to nature and make your journey to Saint-James even more authentic.

The accommodation we have selected on our Camino Rustic is the best in terms of authenticity, healthy food, tradition, peace of mind and comfort.  You will stay in guesthouses of character, renovated by proud hosts ready to give you a personal and warm welcome.

 

              

 

From ancient pilgrim hospitals to 17th century farmhouses, often of typical Galician architecture and always wonderfully renovated, these "casas rurales" often built in stone or granite are all set in beautiful locations. Some grow their own vegetables or produce their own wine. As well as spacious gardens, some even have a swimming pool in which to relax after the walk!

The general standard of comfort throughout is significantly higher than the soulless hotel in a middle sized town, with en-suite rooms. The interior is tastefully decorated, with exposed beams and original furniture.

Dinner is served with the hosts, sometimes at their own table. This will enable precious contact with them and other guests. Dishes are traditional, preapred with regional and fresh products, typical of the area.

 

              

 

With our selected "rustic" accommodation, you will gain in character and peace of mind.   However, for this reason, guesthouses are often out of town (2-10km) with reduced access to the town centre. A short transfer is required to reach them.

To organise this transfer, upon your arrival in the town at the end of your walking day, simply call the guesthouse which is expecting you, from your mobile phone. If, for some reason, you cannot do this (lack of network, battery, no mobile phone, no credit, etc...), source a landline at a local hotel/shop/cafe/restaurant. Details of these facilities will be supplied to you. Our hosts may not all speak good English but they are expecting a call from you and you will be supplied with a Spanish survival kit.

These guesthouses have been carefully selected for their character, comfort, location, and friendliness, and are subject to availability. If the guesthouse described is not available we provide an alternative of the same standard of comfort and price.

 


              

Portuguese Way - Section 5 - Rustic - 8 Days/7 Nights - 117 km - From €610 -
From Tui to Santiago de Compostela


















Portuguese Way - Section 5 - Rustic - 8 Days/7 Nights - 117 km - From €610 -
From Tui to Santiago de Compostela

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LIST OF PRICES AND OPTIONS

 

 

Base Price

Double/Twin Room (pps)

Single Room

Solo Departure

High Season

Apr, May, Jun, Sep

810

923

1013

Mid Season

Jul, Aug, Oct

730

843


933

Low Season

Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec

610

723

813

 

 

 

 

Options

Picnic Lunches

€60

(per person )

Includes all walking days

Airport Transfer

2 - 8 people

€60

(per person)

Transport to Tui from Porto Airport

For information on transfers for more passengers or from other airports, please ask us.

 

Extra nights (€)

Porto / Tui / Santiago

Double/Twin Room (pps)

Single Room

2* Hotel B&B

 44 60
3* Hotel B&B 65 95

5* Hotel Parador B&B

€145 or

upgrade last night + €80

€205 or

upgrade last night + €110

 

INCLUDED


  • Luggage transferred from hotel to hotel
  • Rooms en-suite
  • Half Board during the hike
  • Detailed Walking Notes
  • Map
  • Pilgrim passport

NOT INCLUDED


  • Flights
  • Insurance (recommended)
  • Drinks
  • Dinner first and last nights
  • Transfer from/to airport

 

If you have any questions about prices, please consult our FAQ's or Contact us.

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