
The Portuguese Route
A Spiritual Formation Journey on
the Camino de Santiago
Booking Deadline: June 18, 2025
Sep 18 - 25, 2025
Tui to Santiago de Compostela
Northern Galicia
$2,220 per person
As summer turns to autumn, the Camino de Santiago melds into a different peaceful and serene countryside. The quiet trail invites the pilgrim to introspection and reflection. Stepping through the shifting landscape reflects the seasonal shift and evokes a deeper connection to God’s creation. Cooler weather calls for layered clothing and encourages satisfying warm drinks during breaks. Rain refreshes, enhancing earthy scents. Pilgrims find beauty in transition, paralleling their own journeys. Autumn represents not just a change in scenery but also the invitation to slow down and synchronize into a fresh and more sustainable rhythm of life.
What’s included:
3-month personal conditioning guide to help you prep for the pilgrimage
Pre-trip video calls so you can ask questions and meet the other pilgrims
Complete list of pertinent items to pack with peace of mind
Bus travel from Santiago to Tui
Welcome gift from Camino Quest
Camino credential passport
Backpack transfers
Welcome dinner on day of arrival
Breakfast and dinner during the 5 walking days
***Lunch is not provided***
A Coffee break each day
Water and snacks each day
Private double occupancy lodging during the pilgrimage*
Daily interactive spiritual themes and reflection guide
Group debrief times during the pilgrimage
Post-pilgrimage group debrief follow up calls
Personalized Compostela at the end of the trip
Basic first aid as needed
Quality service and an unforgettable experience
*Camino Quest reserves the right to book triple occupancy when and if the need arises.
What’s not included:
Airfare or travel costs to get to Santiago
Souvenirs and gifts
Travel insurance
Extra days in Santiago (highly recommended though)
Take the ancient path and journey together with others along the Camino de Santiago in an experience where we interact with nature, enjoy the challenge and camaraderie of the pilgrimage and embrace solitude as you listen for the voice of God.

Family Vineyards

Meet new friends as you journey on the Camino; exchange experiences and encourage one another to embrace what the new day has in store. Pass through quaint hamlets among whom are nestled churches dating back to the 12th and 13th centuries. Encounter small flocks of sheep and cattle grazing in the lush pastures and let the surrounding beauty of nature draw you in as you listen for God's voice along this ancient path.

Sampaio Bridge
The itinerary
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We kick off the pilgrimage in Tuí, Spain, just across the Miño River from Valença, Portugal. Tui has its origins in the year 1 AD and today boasts a population of nearly 17,500. The old streets form a network from the banks of the Miño River that goes up towards the cathedral fortress, which gives the city a unique profile. Tui is a place to walk around calmly, discovering small streets, squares, stately homes, churches, convents, coats of arms and a lot of small details on the fascades, windows and doors of the homes.
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Between the 8th and 3rd centuries BC, the Iberian Peninsula was populated by various peoples living in the Iron Age, with the Galaicos being located in the northwest of the peninsula. Around the aforementioned centuries, Porriño was a crossroads for many of these groups. Porriño has an eminently industrial character thanks to its two industrial estates and its granite quarries, where the ornamental rock is extracted. The name O Porriño is attributed to Ghrovary the Puerile, a young king who led a revolt against a tyrant. Those who fought with him became knows as the "Sons of Puerīlis", which then evolved into O Porriño.
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Pontevedra, a city in Galicia, Spain, boasts a rich history dating back to Roman times, though its golden age was in the Middle Ages as a vital port and trading hub for the low estuaries of Galicia. A major highlight is its remarkably preserved old town, one of the largest in Galicia, characterized by picturesque squares like Praza da Leña and Praza da Verdura, and numerous historical buildings such as the Basilica of Santa María la Mayor. An interesting tidbit is Pontevedra's pioneering urban model, which has largely pedestrianized its city center, prioritizing walkers and cyclists. It is the capital of Province of Pontevedra and has 83,000 inhabitants.
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More a pueblo than a city, Caldas de Reís (literally Hot Waters of Kings) is renowned for its thermal baths, once frequented by Spanish royalty of the past. It appears in Ptolemy’s Tables (AD 100–170), referred to as Aquae Calidae. Remarkably, almost 1900 years later, those hot springs still flow. The town offers charming historical architecture, including Romanesque churches and the unique Church of Santo Tomás Becket. Nestled by the Umia River and featuring lovely botanical gardens, Caldas de Reis provides a blend of natural wellness, rich history, and a welcoming atmosphere for both locals and pilgrims.
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Padrón holds a truly unique and significant place in the history of the Camino de Santiago, as it's traditionally believed to be the landing point of the stone boat that carried the body of Saint James the Apostle from Palestine to Galicia. The town's name itself is derived from the "Pedrón," an ancient Roman altar (now preserved in the Church of Santiago) to which the Apostle's boat was supposedly moored. Beyond its spiritual significance, pilgrims can appreciate the charming, medieval layout of its streets, visit the Sunday market on the Espolón Promenade for a taste of local life, and of course, try the famous "Pimientos de Padrón".
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We finally arrive at our destination... Santiago de Compostela! There is usually an air of both excitement and nostalgia. The journey has been challenging and rewarding! Santiago's founding has been dated to 830 AD. It boasts a rich cultural and religious heritage. Here you will receive your Compostela certificate and anyone who wishes can attend the evening Pilgrim's Blessing Mass at the Cathedral. We should arrive with enough time for you to get cleaned up and go see the city. We'll wrap up our time together with a last group dinner and a short debrief.

Tui, Spain and the Miño River

Important details
Lodging: Our accommodations include private double and triple occupancy rooms in pensiones, hotels, and apartment properties. Individual rooms may be available on a limited basis for an additional upgrade fee.
Booking a Trip: The price for the trek is $2,220 per person. We encourage you to reserve your pilgrimage by clicking on the “BOOK MY SPOT! button found on this and other pages of the website. You will be guided through the checkout process where you will be able to pay for your pilgrimage and reserve your spot.
Frequently Asked Questions:
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We ask that participants be 13 years of age and older.
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There are pack transfer services which pick up your backpack and deliver it to your next reserved lodging. The cost is approximately €6 (currently about $6.85) per transfer.
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Yes, we can certainly make sure you get to enjoy great food accomodated to your dietary needs.
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We can certainly work to try and make that happen. There will be a supplemental charge for this. Contact Camino Quest to get info on the additional cost.
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It is an unfortunate part of the journey! However, your guide will be equipped with a basic first aid kit. Additionally, there are pharmacies and clinics along the way.
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We'll be walking a total of 130km / 81 miles over the 6 days.
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Each day has its uniqueness, but it's also an intentional journey with God where you will have time in silence and solitude to contemplate, think, pray and just let your soul breathe. Of course there will also be times of laughter, conversation and connection.
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No worries, before your pilgrimage we'll send you a tested packing list of items that will help you pack adequately for your trip.
We’d love the opportunity to walk with you on this ancient way. To sense God intersecting us along the path and to be part of the incredible journey we will enjoy walking at the pace of peace.