From Porto to Santiago

Experience an unforgettable cycling journey along the legendary Camino de Santiago from Porto to Santiago de Compostela . This diverse tour takes you on a roughly 312 km route through charming northern Portugal and the verdant Galicia region of Spain – ideal for cyclists who want to experience nature, culture, and a piece of pilgrimage history. On well-maintained paths and away from traffic, you'll cycle through picturesque coastal landscapes, historic towns like Viana do Castelo and Pontevedra, and finally reach the world-famous Santiago de Compostela . Look forward to an unforgettable trip with a perfect blend of sporting challenge and cultural highlights.

Ein Boot was über den Fluss Douro bei Porto fährt

Check-in at the hotel - additional nights before the trip are possible upon request.

Overnight stay in Porto

Transfer from the hotel to the bike handover at 8:00 am. - Begin your cycling holiday with a personal briefing. After bike fitting, you'll be ready for the tour and depart Porto along the Douro River and the Foz do Douro to the Atlantic Ocean. After Matosinhos, known for its delicious seafood in the port area, the flat pilgrimage route follows elevated walkways along beautiful sandy beaches and dunes. The route takes you to Vila do Conde, a beautiful town with a medieval center, an impressive aqueduct, and a historic caravel on the riverbank.

Accommodation location: Vila do Conde

Today's stage takes you entirely along cycle paths, small roads, and cobblestone sections. You'll reach Póvoa de Varzim and Esposende (ideal for a break) before heading north along sandy beaches. Viana do Castelo, your destination, is overlooked by the Santuário de Santa Luzia. This beautiful city captivates visitors with its car-free old town, Renaissance palaces, delicate gold jewelry, and traditional cod fishing.

Overnight location: Viana do Castelo

The last day in Portugal is a flat ride along the Ecovia through dunes and pine forests to Caminha (a historic old town with a listed monument). After Moledo and Vila Praia de Âncora, you cross the Minho River, which forms the border. In Spain, you reach A Guarda – the lobster capital – with its colorful houses. Tip: Taking the ferry in Caminha saves you 20 km.

Accommodation location: A Guarda

From A Guarda, you cycle along the spectacular coast of the Rías Baixas. Coastal paths lead through villages to the historic town of Baiona (the first port to receive news from America). After passing sandy beaches near Nigrán, the stage ends in the urban center of Vigo, which blends maritime and metropolitan life.

Overnight stay in Vigo

Despite its short distance, this stage features three climbs, rewarded with panoramic views of Vigo. After a descent to Redondela (coffee break), the coastal and central routes merge. The destination is Pontevedra, whose old town enchants with its aristocratic palaces, stone architecture, and squares bathed in the evening light.

Overnight stay: Pontevedra

Discover the verdant landscapes of Galicia along scenic paths through vineyards. Along the way, you'll pass the waterfall on the Rio Barosa and the thermal spa town of Caldas de Reis. Your destination is Padrón, home of the famous small green peppers. Be sure to sample this Galician delicacy: "Some are hot, some are not."

Accommodation location: Padrón

The short and emotionally charged final stage leads you from Padrón through forests to the last climb. At the finish line, the Plaza del Obradoiro, your pilgrimage ends: feel the profound sense of fulfillment before the majestic cathedral. Collect your Compostela certificate at the Pilgrim's Office.

Overnight stay: Santiago de Compostela

8 nights with breakfast
Luggage transfer from the starting hotel to the last hotel
Shuttle from the hotel in Porto to bike handover & personal welcome with information session (Day 2)
Pilgrim's passport
1 x per room travel documents (German, English or Portuguese)
GPS data and navigation app
7 days service hotline
Local contact persons: German, English and Portuguese

Basic price in € per person

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Note: To book this tour you need at least 2 participants.

Double room including breakfast	Cat. I/Cat. II
02.10.2026 - 23.10.2026	1.349,00 €
30.10.2026 - 30.10.2026	1.249,00 €

Single room including breakfast	Cat. I/Cat. II
02.10.2026 - 23.10.2026	1.849,00 €
30.10.2026 - 30.10.2026	1.749,00 €

Rental bikes

Rental bike Trekking bike 24-speed
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026	129,00 €

9-speed electric rental bike
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026	279,00 €

Additional Services

Group transfer Santiago-Porto for 1-2 people (airport/city center)
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026	300,00 €

Group transfer Santiago-Porto for 3-4 people (airport/city center)
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026	400,00 €

Group transfer Santiago-Porto for 5-6 people (airport/city center)
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026	540,00 €

Group transfer Santiago-Porto for 7-8 people (airport/city center)
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026	640,00 €

Porto

Room price per person	Cat II
Doppelzimmer inkl. Frühstück	110,00 €
Einzelzimmer inkl. Frühstück	180,00 €

Santiago de Compostela

Room price per person	Cat II
Doppelzimmer inkl. Frühstück	125,00 €
Einzelzimmer inkl. Frühstück	190,00 €

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Reisecode: POR 06

From Porto to Santiago

Duration: 9 days
Overnight stays: 8 nights
Overnight stays: about 321 km

Every Friday from March 20th to October 30th, 2026 (special appointments available for groups of 6 or more)

Note: To book this tour you need at least 2 participants.

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Attention: This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

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Clara Möller

Phone: 03831 30676-0 Mon–Fri 8am–17pm
E-mail: info@mecklenburger-radtour.de

By plane
Porto Airport (OPO):
The airport offers many direct flights from Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
From the airport to Porto city centre:
- Metro: Line E (purple) connects the airport with the city center. Travel time about 30 minutes, cost about €2.
- taxi or ridesharing: Approximately 20-30 minutes travel time, costs approx. 20-25 €.
- airport shuttle: Regular connections to the main station.
By train
Porto is well connected by long-distance transport:
- Trains from Lisbon (approx. 3 hours journey time with the Alfa Pendular).
- International connections from Madrid via Coimbra to Porto.
By Bus
Long-distance bus providers such as Rede Expressos or FlixBus offer connections to Porto.
By car
- Porto is easily accessible via the A1 (from the south) or A3 (from Spain) motorways.
- Parking: Long-term parking near the city center.

General tip for traveling by car

A comprehensive overview of parking lots can be conveniently viewed on the external website www.parkopedia.de.

During your trip, you will stay in selected 3-4 star hotels. Shower/bath/toilet (private bathroom)

Below is a list of the planned hotels. Please note that changes may occur due to availability.

Porto – Hotel Vila Galé Porto Ribeira / Hotel da Música 4*

Vila do Conde – Hotel Brazão 3*/ Hotel Santana 4*

Viana do Castelo – Hotel Casa Melo Alvim / Hotel Chocolate / Hotel AP D. Aninhas 4*

A Guarda – Hotel San Benito 2*

Vigo – Hotel Maroa / Hotel NH Vigo 4*

Pontevedra – Hotel Rias Bajas 3*

Padrón - Pazo Lestrove / Os Lambrans / Pazo d'Arretén 4*

Santiago de Compostela - Hotel Virxe da Cerca / Hotel Compostela / Hotel NH Collection 4-5*

If only one person is traveling on your desired date, we will have to charge a single traveler supplement of €400.

NOT INCLUDED SERVICES: Flights, airport transfers, and train and ferry journeys to and from the tour destination. Bicycle rental (optional extra). Lunch or dinner. Only breakfast is always included. Travel, cancellation, health, or bicycle insurance (strongly recommended as extras). Entrance tickets to tourist attractions, museums, or tastings. Gratuities, drinks, and other personal expenses. Tourist tax (collected by the hotel on site).

This trip is not suitable for people with mobility impairments.

General information

Not included in the price: Cultural development tax, bed tax, arrival and departure, transfers, excursions, entrance and sightseeing fees, city maps, ferry fees, insurance, tips and personal expenses.
This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Maps presented are for illustrative purposes only and do not reflect geographical reality.