Portuguese Way by bike from Porto

Portuguese Way by bike from Porto

From now on, you will be a bike-pilgrim or as we say “bicigrino”. That’s because the Camino de Santiago can be traveled not only on foot but also by bike. Cycling is a wonderful alternative that allows you to cover longer stages without giving up enjoying the views and the landscapes.

This route starts in Porto, enters Galicia through the town of Tui, and joins the Coastal Portuguese Way in Redondela. Many historical town centers will welcome you, such as those in Ponte de Lima or Pontevedra.

You will enjoy mountain landscapes as well as the Vigo and Pontevedra sea lochs and the vineyards of the region, where Albariño wine is produced.

If your goal is to obtain the Compostela (a certificate that certifies the pilgrimage), you have chosen the right option, as this route covers 250km. Remember that one of the requirements to be granted the Compostela is to cover at least 200km by bike.

What is included?

You can see a summary of the services included in the package

Accommodation in hotels at the end of the stage:

– 3 nights of accommodation in hotels on a half-board basis (dinner and breakfast) on the Camino.
– 4 nights of accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis, in a hotel in Porto, Ponte da Lima, Pontevedra and Santiago de Compostela.
– “Mtb Muscular” bicycle rental for the 4 stages with basic accessories included: Rack, tools, removable, air pump, lock, water bottle, patch kit, spare air chamber. The price includes shipping to the point of origin of the program and return to the Post Office in Santiago de Compostela.
– Free assistance in case of mechanical failure due to material defect.
– Comprehensive insurance on the bicycle.
– Basic insurance.
– Shell and Pilgrim’s Credential.

Itinerary

Day 1: Porto

Arrival in Porto at your own. Hotel accommodation in the center of Porto.

Day 2: 1st Stage “Porto – Barcelos” (54 Km).

After breakfast, you can pick-up the bike at the accommodation and start the bike-pilgrimage to Barcelos. Dinner and accommodation in a hotel in the area of Barcelos.

Day 3: 2nd Stage “Barcelos – Ponte de Lima” (33 Km).

Breakfast and continuation of the bike route to Ponte de Lima. Hotel accommodation in a hotel in the area of Ponte de Lima.

Day 4: 3rd Stage “Ponte de Lima – Tui” (43 Km).

We start this stage with a good breakfast to gain strength and climb the Labruja mountain pass. Dinner and accommodation in a hotel in the area of Tui.

Day 5: 4th Stage “Tui – Pontevedra” (55 km)

Breakfast and continuation of the pilgrimage. In Galicia, the goal is to reach the capital of the Province: Pontevedra. Accommodation in a hotel in the area of Pontevedra.

Day 6: 5th Stage “Pontevedra – Padrón” (41 km)

After breakfast, one last push to reach the capital of the most famous peppers in Spain (pimientos de Padrón). Dinner and accommodation in a hotel in the area of Padrón.

Day 7: 6th Stage “Padrón – Santiago de Compostela” (25 Km).

Breakfast and continuation of the pilgrimage. The final 22 km to reach the cathedral. Now you deserve a good rest and enjoy delicious tapas in the city. Hotel accommodation in Santiago de Compostela.

Day 8: Santiago de Compostela

Breakfast and check-out.