We offer a unique approach for Camino pilgrims desiring more from their time in Galicia. 

Come experience the less traveled Portuguese Camino with its sweeping vistas and history.  Our guided small groups stay in specially curated hotels and inns, enjoy local dining in the region’s best restaurants, and have flexibility for activities beyond the Camino all while having access to Antonio Moreira, your guide and new best friend!

The Camino Portuguese has seen the comings and goins of soldiers, travelers and pilgrims from Portugal, Spain and beyond.  This international route played a fundamental role in the interchange of cultures. The Portuguese Way has a wealth of old stone bridges, manor houses, country chapels, and hisotric cities dotting the route all the way to the tomb of St. James. 

In the Middle Ages the Portugese monarchy and nobility created one of the most comprehensive networks of hospitals to help all pilgrims on their way to Santiago and even a the ferry over the River Mine where pilgrims were allowed to cross without payment.

The welcoming tradition of the Camino Portugues is still alive today thaks to the inhabitants of the towns scattered along the Way. The Portuguese and Spanish people feel a special devotion to Staint James and are known for their assistance to those traveling to Santiago on this ancient pilgrimage route.

Arrive in the charming city of Porto, for a small walk at the heart of the World Heritage are of Ribeira, having dinner and overnight at five star, Porto Bay Palace.

Porto, Portugal’s second-largest city, is a vibrant and historic destination located along the Douro River in the north of the country. Known for its rich cultural heritage, Porto is famous worldwide for Port wine, which is aged in the wine cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia, just across the river.

The city's historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, features narrow medieval streets, colorful buildings, and landmarks like the Clérigos Tower, São Bento Railway Station, and the stunning Dom Luís I Bridge. Porto is also home to beautiful baroque churches, lively markets, and a thriving culinary scene.

Blending the old with the new, Porto offers a unique atmosphere—relaxed yet full of life.

After your arrival we will have time to visit some of its landmarks such as the most beautiful library in the world (Which inspired some of Rowlands Harry Potter's characters) and some other stunning sites, ending our arrival day at a Michelin Star recommended traditional restaurant.

You will depart after lunch by private van from Porto to head to your base for the next 3 nights in Vigo, northern Spain. After a local dinner, enjoy a good night’s rest at five star Gran Hotel Nagari, your base for the next 3 overnights.

Before our exit from Porto, we will have time to visit other landmarks in Porto, such a Santa Clara Church and the São Bento Train Station with its .... blue and incredible tiles, while also taking time to walk the UNESCO Word Heritage area of Ribeira. Lunch will be by the sea - at a lesser known part of Porto - before we head to Vigo, our base for the next 3 days where we will dine at a Michelin Star restaurant to start savouring what is now the gastronomic mecca of Spain, the Galiza region. 

We will head to the start of the Portuguese Way, in the morning, driving 25 minutes to the portuguese town of Valença.

This stage marks the beginning of the Portuguese Way crossing the Minho River into Tui, Galicia, through the wonderful bridge pictured above. Pilgrims pass through the charming historic center of Tui before continuing through rural paths and shaded forests. The route offers peaceful countryside landscapes, ancient stone roads, and small chapels.

After the complition of the stage (3h 35m walk), we will head back to the hotel to enjoy its amenities (pool + spa + sauna) before having dinner at a Michelin Star recommended restaurant.

Valença, located in northern Portugal on the banks of the Minho River, has long held a vital role in Iberian history due to its strategic position at the border with Spain. Its most iconic feature is the Valença Fortress, a massive, star-shaped military structure built between the 17th and 18th centuries to defend against Spanish incursions. Originally known as Contrasta, the town was renamed Valença do Minho in 1262 by King Afonso III. Over the centuries, it served as a key defensive outpost during conflicts such as the Restoration War and the Napoleonic invasions. 

Tui, just across the Minho River in Galicia, Spain, has been a significant spiritual and cultural center since Roman times. Known in antiquity as Tude, it became a bishopric as early as the 6th century, emphasizing its early Christian importance. The town flourished during the medieval period and played a key role in the Kingdom of Galicia. The centerpiece of Tui is the Cathedral of Santa María, begun in the 12th century and blending Romanesque and Gothic elements. As a fortified cathedral, it reflects the turbulent history of the region. Tui was a crucial stop for pilgrims on the Portuguese Way to Santiago de Compostela, offering not only religious respite but also protection.

This stage of the Portuguese Way stretches approximately 10 miles, guiding pilgrims from the urban surroundings of O Porriño into the scenic Galician countryside. The route winds through forests, rolling hills, and traditional hamlets, offering peaceful landscapes and a gradual ascent toward Mos, where the 18th-century Church of Santa Eulalia stands. Pilgrims are rewarded with beautiful views of the Ría de Vigo as they approach Redondela, a historic town known for its viaducts and coastal charm. The stage blends natural beauty with cultural heritage and is considered moderate in difficulty.

After completing our stage in Redondela, we will have a very local experience provided by the Galician historical taverns called Furancho for a very local and traditional wine experience, where the queen of the vine grape varieties in Galicia, the Albariño has centre stage. Dinner will ensue.

This stage covers about 12 miles and offers a beautiful mix of coastal views, lush forests, and traditional Galician villages. Leaving Redondela, pilgrims enjoy scenic paths overlooking the Ría de Vigo before passing through tranquil woodlands and stone-paved trails. Highlights include the ancient Roman bridge of Pontesampaio over the River Verdugo and the historical atmosphere of nearby villages. The final stretch leads into Pontevedra, a city rich in pilgrim history, known for its well-preserved old town and the unique Church of La Peregrina, shaped like a scallop shell. The stage is moderately challenging but highly rewarding for its natural and cultural beauty.

After the completion of the stage we will enjoy a bit of the Pontevedra's old neighbourhood  checking its old monuments and roman bridges, before we head back to our new base, near Pontevedra (20 minute drive). We will not be worried about the logistics. We take care of everything. Dinner will ensue.

This scenic stage of about 14 miles leads pilgrims from the historic city of Pontevedra into the peaceful heart of rural Galicia. The path follows shaded woodland trails, quiet country roads, and passes through charming hamlets and vineyards. Along the way, pilgrims often stop at Barro and the picturesque waterfalls of Río Barosa. The route is gentle and tranquil, with a gradual ascent and descent, making it one of the more pleasant stages. The stage ends in Caldas de Reis, a town famous since Roman times for its thermal springs, where pilgrims can relax and soothe their feet in warm, healing waters.

After our walking journey, the Albariño grape variety will still be a stop of this stage. Dinner will be at a Michelin Star restaurant.

This stage, approximately 12 miles long, takes pilgrims through the serene Galician countryside, following forest paths, small rivers, and traditional stone villages. Departing from Caldas de Reis, known for its thermal waters, the route gently ascends and descends through shaded woodland trails and quiet rural roads. Pilgrims pass quaint chapels and cross ancient bridges, including the one over the Bermaña River. The stage ends in the historic town of Padrón, deeply connected to the legend of Saint James, where his body is said to have arrived by boat. It’s a spiritually significant stop, featuring the Church of Santiago and the famous Pedrón stone, marking the Apostle’s arrival in Galicia.

Padrón is the birthplace of two spanish literary giants: Camilo José Cela, a Nobel Prize winner and Rosalía de Castro, who revolutionized Spanish poetry and Galician literature by writing her poems and works in the Galician language. We will learn more about these important characters and artists while in Padrón, once the stage is completed. 

The final stage of the Portuguese Way covers around 15 miles, leading pilgrims from the historic town of Padrón to the long-awaited destination of Santiago de Compostela. The route passes through rolling countryside, small villages, and eucalyptus forests, gradually ascending toward the city. Along the way, pilgrims walk through Iría Flavia, once an important episcopal seat, and the peaceful hamlet of O Milladoiro, whose name reflects the first glimpse of the cathedral’s towers. Entering Santiago, the path winds through urban streets until reaching the majestic Cathedral of Santiago, where pilgrims complete their journey at the tomb of Saint James—an emotional and spiritual milestone marking the end of the Camino at the Praza do Obradoiro, the grand square fronting the cathedral we’re lucky, you’ll witness the Botafumeiro, a massive incense burner that swings from the ceiling during special Masses.

We will celebrate the completion of this amazing journey at the table at one of the most renown and celebrated Michelin Star restaurants in Santiago de Compostela.

We will start our day with a coffee and a traditional Galician pastry like tarta de Santiago in a cozy spot near the old town to head out to explore the cathedral inside and out (the Pórtico da Gloria, the crypt of Saint James, and, if we missed it and is available, the Botafumeiro incense ceremony during Pilgrim’s Mass). 

After lunch we will wander the cobble stone streets of Santiago, taking in its charm and culture to end up the day with a final wine tasting of the Albariño.

we will end our day in Galician style: with a casual tapas dinner along this vibrant street, trying zamburiñas (scallops), croquetas, and Galician wines.

It has been a wonderful 10 days, with amazing experiences, inner knowledge, scenery, history and incredible wines and gastronomy! Days to remember and cherish. We will drive to Porto's airport (2 h drive) being the USA your destiny, if you choose to do so... Otherwise, there is still plenty to see in the Iberian Peninsula!