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Experience the enchanting Portuguese Coastal Camino from Porto to A Guarda
Experience spectacular coastal landscapes and charming towns.
Discover Porto's cultural richness and famous Port wine.
Explore historical ruins in Póvoa de Varzim and Cividade de Terrosso.
Traverse scenic beaches and dunes along the coastal path.
Walk along diverse habitats in Litoral Norte Natural Park.
Embark on the remarkable Portuguese Coastal Camino from Porto to A Guarda, offering stunning Atlantic coastal panoramas. Experience Porto's cultural richness, indulge in its famous Port wine, and explore historical treasures like its cathedral and Torre de los Clérigos. As you journey, encounter charming towns, diverse habitats, and picturesque beaches, culminating in A Guarda's maritime allure with its port and historic landmarks.
You'll traverse a variety of terrains, from coastal pathways to forest trails, encountering cultural and natural wonders along the way. Explore ancient ruins in Póvoa de Varzim, marvel at the diverse flora and fauna of Litoral Norte Natural Park, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Viana do Castelo's well-preserved historic center. From tranquil seaside walks to cultural discoveries, this pilgrimage promises an unforgettable adventure along the scenic Camino de Santiago.
Embark on the remarkable Portuguese Coastal Camino from Porto to A Guarda, offering stunning Atlantic coastal panoramas. Experience Porto's cultural richness, indulge in its famous Port wine, and explore historical treasures like its cathedral and Torre de los Clérigos. As you journey, encounter charming towns, diverse habitats, and picturesque beaches, culminating in A Guarda's maritime allure with its port and historic landmarks.
You'll traverse a variety of terrains, from coastal pathways to forest trails, encountering cultural and natural wonders along the way. Explore ancient ruins in Póvoa de Varzim, marvel at the diverse flora and fauna of Litoral Norte Natural Park, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Viana do Castelo's well-preserved historic center. From tranquil seaside walks to cultural discoveries, this pilgrimage promises an unforgettable adventure along the scenic Camino de Santiago.
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Portuguese Coastal Camino from Porto to A Guarda Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Porto
Arrive in beautiful Porto! You will have time to get lost in the streets of the second most important city in Portugal, after Lisbon. It’s famous Port wine is known throughout the world. There are countless wineries where you can taste it, but in some you can even delight your ears by listening to Fado, a popular Portuguese song.
You can live the experience of drinking wine in the Ribeira Zone, observing the Douro River and the historic center of Porto.
Overnight Location: Bed and breakfast in Porto
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Metro to Matosinhos and Walk to Povoa do Varzim
Embark on the Portuguese Way with a captivating 30-kilometer journey along Porto’s scenic coastline today. Streamline your travel by taking the metro to Matosinhos, a popular choice among pilgrims seeking to bypass urban congestion.
In Póvoa de Varzim, a coastal haven, unwind on sandy beaches and explore cultural treasures like the revered aqueduct, a National Monument. Indulge in local cuisine and wander through quaint streets adorned with Manueline architecture. Transitioning from Porto, discover enchanting locales like Leça da Palmeira and Labruge en route to Póvoa de Varzim, your day’s endpoint. Delve into Póvoa’s rich history, from ancient ruins to architectural marvels like Cividade de Terrosso fortress.
Overnight Location: Bed and breakfast in Povoa do Varzim
Distance: 6-7h, 25-30km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Hike to Esposende
You will depart from the Church of San José de Ribamar in Póvoa de Varzim. You will continue along the Paseo Marítimo and a few kilometers later you will enter a path that will take you to the Chapel of San André. A few steps further you will enter a wooden walkway that will take you to Aguçadoura. A little later you will cross the Northern Litoral Natural Park, where you can see different habitats: pine forests, crop fields, wetlands and the estuaries of the Cávado and Neiva rivers, where you can observe various birds and more than 200 different species of flora. You will cross the Apúlia Parish and pass through the center of Fão. You will cross an iron bridge over the Cávado River and enter the city of Esposende.
Overnight Location: Bed and breakfast in Esposende
Distance: 4-5h, 21km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Hike to Viana do Castelo
You will leave behind the Esposende Fort towards Lighthouse this morning, in fact, once you have passed the lighthouse you will enter a large sandy area that you can cross along the beach and on the other side you will find the town of Marinhas.
You will continue along the coastal path crossing beaches and dunes and will leave the Church of S. Bartolomeu do Mar to continue along the Belinho and Caniço Beaches until you reach the mouth of the Neiva River. Go a couple of kilometers away from the coast and then go down to Amorosa Beach. and walk a wooden walkway and dune paths to Rodanho Beach. A forest path takes you to the small port of Cabedelo, already at the mouth of the Lima River. You will cross the Eiffel Bridge, thus entering the city that has one of the most beautiful and best-preserved historic centers in Portugal: Viana do Castelo.
Overnight Location: Bed and breakfast in Viana do Castelo
Distance: 5-6h, 24km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Continue Trekking to Praia de Ancora
Before leaving Viana do Castelo you will have the opportunity to take the funicular to Monte de Santa Luzia or visit the Temple of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, from where you will get fantastic panoramic views of Viana. Close to the coast, you will cross numerous beaches along wooden walkways over dunes, well-trodden dirt paths and boardwalks. As you pass you will be able to see the Montedor windmills. You will leave behind the towns of Areosa, Carreço and Afife and shortly after you will reach Vila Praia de Âncora, where you can take a swim on its beach: Praia Vila Praia de Âncora.
Overnight Location: Bed and breakfast in Praia de Ancora
Distance: 4-5h, 19km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Arrival in A Guarda
You will start from Vila Praia de Âncora, leaving Moledo Beach behind and a little further on you will find Caminha, the last Portuguese city of this Pilgrimage, located at the mouth of the Miño River. In Caminha you can take a ferry that crosses the Miño and leaves you in the town of Camposancos. Once in Spain you will cross the Monte de Santa Tegra to follow the Camino parallel to the Coastal Highway. Shortly after you will meet A Guarda. In this Marine Village you can visit its port, Praza do Reló and its Church of Santa María.
Overnight Location: Bed and breakfast in A Guarda
Distance: 4-5h, 19km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 End of Your Camino
Following breakfast, check out and depart for onward travels.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Portuguese Coastal Camino from Porto to A Guarda Price and Dates
This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only.- Solo traveller: from EUR1046*
- Single room (2+ travellers): from EUR1010*
- Sharing a double room: from EUR687*
Accommodation on Portuguese Coastal Camino from Porto to A Guarda
This tour is based in bed and breakfasts. In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
What’s Included in the Portuguese Coastal Camino from Porto to A Guarda?
Meals
6 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 6 nights are included. Accommodations before the tour are not included but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for your luggage is included throughout the tour (max. 20 kg – 1 piece of luggage per person).
Also included
- 24-hour emergency line
- Complete documentation and Travel Notebook
Not included
- Dinner in Porto and Viana do Castelo
- Metro train
- Travel insurance
- Ferry boat
- Any personal transport
- Flights
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Tips
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
- Metro in Porto (payable locally)
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
- Half board supplement
- Picnic Supplement
- Dinner Supplement
- Transfer to Porto
- Transfer to the airport
- Extra piece of luggage
- How hard is the Portuguese Coastal Camino from Porto to A Guarda?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Portugal or Spain?
- Are meals included on the Portuguese Coastal Camino from Porto to A Guarda?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Porto to start this tour?
- Is the Portuguese Coastal Camino from Porto to A Guarda in English?
- Where does the Portuguese Coastal Camino from Porto to A Guarda end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Portugal or Spain?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Portugal or Spain?
We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. The route offers a diverse mix of terrains, ranging from coastal paths to urban areas, with occasional detours and potential weather challenges.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
6 breakfasts are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover walking. Get your travel insurance.
Porto has an international airport, Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO), which is well-connected to major cities in Europe and beyond. You can find direct flights to Porto from various European capitals and major hubs. From the airport, you can take a taxi, metro, or bus to reach the city center.
This tour is not guided, however, all the tour material and information is in English.
The tour ends in A Guarda.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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