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Portuguese Novo
The Camino
Overview
Itinerary: Lisbon - Fátima - Santiago de Compostela Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
Kilometers: 135 / 84 mi (You will obtain the Compostela certificate!)
Dates: Jun 24 - Jul 05, 2014
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Oct 08 - Oct 19, 2014
May 09 - May 20, 2015
Sep 05 - Sep 16, 2015
Oct 10 - Oct 21, 2015
On this spectacular trip we begin in Lisbon and make our way to one of
the largest pilgrimage centers in the world; Fátima. Travel across wild
forests, vineyards, coastal cliffs, and historical villas from Portugal and
into Spain until we reach the city of Santiago.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary:
Day 1: Our meeting point will be in the lobby of our hotel in Lisbon at
3:00 pm. Here we will enjoy a welcome cocktail and afterwards a
guided visit through the city. In the evening we will be treated to a
wonderful welcome dinner where we will sample the best in Portuguese
cuisine.
Night in Lisbon
Day 2: Lisbon - Fátima (Stage done by bus)
We depart from Lisbon to journey to the biggest pilgrimage site in
Portugal and one of the most important in the world: Fátima. Known as
"The World's Altar" it is always ready to welcome the Pilgrims who visit
this site throughout the year.
Night in Ponte de Lima
Day 3: Today our Camino Begins!
First stage: Ponte de Lima - Rubiaes (18 Km / 11.2 mi)
Ponte de Lima awaits with its amazing bridge over the Lima River,
namesake of the town. This stage is considered to be the most beautiful
in the whole Portuguese Way.
Night in Ponte de Lima
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Day 4: Rubiaes - Tui (19.5 km / 12.1 mi)
Once we cross the beautiful Roman bridge in Rubiaes, we will enter
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Spain by crossing the sublime International bridge, built in a Romanesque stye in
1886, it crosses over the Miño river to connect Portugal and Galicia.
Night in Tui’s Parador
Day 5: Tui - O Porriño (16 km / 9.9 mi)
Tui marks the starting point of the Portuguese Camino in Galicia. In this stage you
will be surrounded by beautiful architecture on every street of Tui's historical
quarter. After completing this stage we will travel to beautiful Baiona to enjoy the
rest of the afternoon there.
Night in Baiona's Parador
Day 6: O Porriño - Redondela (15 km / 9.9 mi)
In this stage we will have the pleasure of seeing the church of Santa Eulalia del
Monte in the parish of Mos, one of the most beautiful examples of Galician
architecture. After completing this stage we will travel to Vigo, Spain's main fishing
port and one of its most important industrial hubs. We will get to explore Vigo's
beautiful city center while enjoying a leisurely stroll.
Night in Baiona's Parador
Day 7: Redondela - Pontevedra (18.2 km / 9.9 mi)
We will travel by bus to Redondela, finishing point of our previous stage. We will
walk along the coastlines of Vigo and Pontevedra until we arrive in the city of
Pontevedra, capital of the Portuguese Way in Galicia. Here we will see the
sanctuary of "La Virgen Peregrina" or Pilgrim Virgin, patron and symbol of the city.
The name Pontevedra derives from Latin and means "Old Bridge” and, although it
is the province's capital, it remains a small and charming city located strategically
at the end of the Ria that gives it its name.
Night in Pontevedra’s Parador
Day 8: Pontevedra - Caldas de Reis (23.8 km / 14.8 mi)
The Portuguese Way exits the town of Pontevedra to venture into its ancient
forests. One of the most beautiful stages in the Galician part of the Portuguese
Way. It journeys through vineyards, cruceiros (Galician stone crosses) and small
rural hermitages.
Night in a magical place in Caldas de Reis!
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Day 9: Caldas de Rei - Padrón (18.3 km / 11.4 mi)
We are approaching the end of the Portuguese Way. This route passes through
one of the most emblematic places of the Jacobean mythology: Padrón. According
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to legend this is the place where the stone boat that carried the remains of the
Apostle St. James docked after making the journey from Palestine to Galicia.
Night in a magical place in Caldas de Reis.
Day 10: Padrón - O Milladoiro (18.2 km / 11.3 mi)
We are getting closer to Santiago with each step. Today's stage will reward us with
beautiful scenery along the dirt paths and roads we will travel on until we reach O
Milladoiro, our last stop before we complete our Pilgrimage.
Night in O Milladoiro
Day 11: O Milladoiro - Santiago (6.4 km / 4 mi)
Our most exciting day!!! The last stage in our Camino!
We exit O Milladoiro from where we will walk the last kilometers of the Portuguese
Way and make our way into Santiago where we will feel the great joy of having
completed the journey.
Night in Santiago's Monumento San Francisco Hotel
Day 12: In the morning we offer a guided visit through Santiago for our group. The
focus of the visit will be on the old city, where the history of the city and the
pilgrimage to Santiago can be recalled through its main monuments, squares and
streets. During the tour we will visit the Cathedral where, in addition to its history
and evolution, well-known traditions will be explained. We will also go to the fresh
produce market, called Mercado de Abastos accompanied by a professional Chef
who will help us select the best local products which can later be sampled in a
cooking workshop held at a private location just for our group.
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Our tour comes to an end at about 1:00 pm. Your Camino through life begins!
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Meals
All breakfasts and all dinners are included in this tour. We have carefully selected
the included meals so you can have a taste of the most typical, most delicious, local
cuisine. Lunches are not included to provide more flexibility during the walk and so
you can experiment on your own. You can stop and eat something along the way, or
have lunch at the end of the daily stage.
Vegetarians, vegans, or those with a special diet (e.g. gluten-free) can always find
suitable options. Just let us know beforehand and we will be happy to accommodate
your needs.
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Accommodation
All of our accommodations are handpicked to give you the best possible
experience. During the Camino we will stay in the distinguished National Paradores
and charming Galician manors. The manors used to be the homes of important
people in the community in the past such as kings or noblemen and are usually
located in privileged rural areas surrounded by green, peaceful scenery and form part
of the cultural experience. All of our accommodations have en suite bathrooms. You
can be sure to receive personalized attention and excellent service from the owners,
who will make you feel more than at home.
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Walking
You walk at your own pace. There is no one you have to follow or walk with. We
have meeting points along the way where our support vehicle will be waiting with
snacks, fruit and water and to make sure everything is OK. We also offer assistance
for any emergencies or simply to relieve muscular pain or cure blisters.
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If you do not want to keep walking for any reason, you can hop on the support vehicle
or be taken back to the hotel. You mustn't worry about getting lost as the yellow
arrows always show the way. Moreover, on the Camino you are never alone. After the
daily walk, and after we’ve all had lunch we will head back to the hotel where we can
shower, freshen up and enjoy a much-deserved rest.
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Before and After the Tour
Before: Our tour starts in the city of Lisbon, where most international flights land in
Portugal. You can arrive a few days before the tour to enjoy the city if you’d like. We
recommend arriving at least one day before the start of the tour.
After: Our tour ends in Santiago on the last day at around 1:00 pm. Transportation
back to Lisbon or Madrid is NOT included.
You can join one of our add-on tours, stay in Santiago on your own or leave on the
last day of the tour. We recommend flying from Santiago to Madrid or Lisbon, which is
the best and easiest option. There are plenty of flights throughout the day, and the
flights have a duration of approximately one hour. You can book online or through your
travel agency.
Extra hotel reservations: If you would like to stay in Lisbon, Madrid or Santiago for a
few days before or after the tour, we’d be happy to send you a list of hotels we work
with and assist you with the reservations.
Means and Assistance
A vehicle and guide for logistical support will be available during the
entire route. It shall be of help for the pilgrims in transit and to cover any other
needs that might arise along the way. It will be equipped with fruits, snacks,
water, medicine, first aid kits.
The luggage will be transferred from one hotel to the next using the support
vehicle. For the walk you can take a small/medium backpack for a camera,
water bottle, and personal belongings. You can use the one we provide, or bring
your own.
Mobile phones with a spanish line will be handed out for the period of the tour
for every 2 or 3 pilgrims. This will allow you to communicate with the driver or
guides for any reason at all times. The number can also be given to family
members back home to receive phone calls.
A packing list with recommendations on what to bring along on your trip,
along with a ‘Guide to Your Camino’ which answers questions regarding
laundry, tip, and other useful topics.
Pilgrim’s Kit: Upon your arrival we hand you a backpack filled with your tour
program and daily itinerary, a hat, a notepad, your shell, your Pilgrim’s passport
(Credencial). The backpack is perfect for use on your daily walk.
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Price and what it includes
2014: 2.790€ per person in double accommodations
2015: 2.890€ per person in double accommodations
Single room supplement cost is: 490€
This Includes:
Private Van Support & Luggage transfer
Carefully selected en suite accommodation
All breakfasts
All dinners with wine
Water, drinks and snacks along the way
English-speaking guide assistance
Mobile phones with a Spanish line
Informational program and route map
Pilgrim's kit
GUARANTEED BOTAFUMEIRO (censer swing) at Pilgrim's mass in Cathedral
Photos of your Camino
Travel insurance for the entire tour
Farewell dinner and surprise
Transfer from Lisbon to Fátima and Santiago
Private guided visit in Lisbon and Santiago
Visit to Our Lady of Fátima
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Does not include airfare
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Looking forward to having you join us!
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