A Taste of Camino de Santiago Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-4
Premiere Hotels
A Taste of Camino de Santiago Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-4
Premiere Hotels
2025: Jul-Aug
Coastal Portugal & Spain to Santiago de Compostela
For centuries, ancient Celtic tribes, medieval adventurers and religious pilgrims have paved these paths. Now it’s your turn. Explore epic routes between fairy-tale Porto and Santiago de Compostela. Transport your family to a landscape filled with specialty wines, lush Galician countryside and gorgeous coastal trails. Join us as you carve your own Camino.
Highlights
- Discover two fascinating countries with their own cultures, cuisines and traditions—all in one trip
- Hike and bike along handpicked sections of the stunning Caminho Português and kayak through the blue-green waters of the Minho River
- Sample exquisite wines, divine seafood and hearty recipes made with sustainable centuries-old methods
- Explore Spain’s Cíes Islands, a remote national park home to wildlife and breathtaking gold-sand beaches
Start Portugal
End Santiago
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Begin your family journey in Porto, a World Heritage city with a colorful history • Travel to Vitorino dos Piães and admire the abundant cork trees as you walk a stretch of the Camino • Pause for lunch on a traditional quinta (farm) • Bike through a pine- and eucalyptus-blanketed landscape on a converted railroad punctuated by quaint villages • At the glittering seafront of Vila do Conde, dine on fresh-caught seafood • Walk the town's bustling waterfront promenade or head into the water with a stand-up paddleboard or surfboard.
Nights 1-2
Once a medieval estate filled with noble history and Baroque architecture, this hotel's ancient touches have been restored to create a luxurious 5-star oasis surrounded by lush greenery. (pool, spa)
Day 3
Get to know the Galician countryside on a scenic bike ride • Discover the Minho River’s impressive bird-centric flora and fauna on a tranquil kayak excursion • Admire the views from our hotel’s privileged perch over the seaside fortress town of Baiona • Keep an eye out for zamburiñas (scallops), hake and other tasty specialties while exploring Baiona's old town.
Night 3
Originally the castle of the Conde de Gondomar, this grand parador holds a spot in history as the first observation site of La Pinta as it approached Spanish soil with news of what was then called the New World. (pool)
Days 4-6
Journey by private boat to explore Cíes Island Nature Reserve, one of Spain’s most spectacular national parks • Relax on white-sand beaches or walk across pristine Monteagudo Island • Enjoy the lively wayfaring atmosphere along the Camino Francés en route to Santiago de Compostela • Tour the old quarter of beautiful Santiago • Enter the magnificent cathedral with hundreds of pilgrims—a memorable way to cap off your trip!
Nights 4-5
Pure luxury and tranquility await at this elegant 18th-century estate, situated in a park-like setting near the Sar River. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
The slower pace, relaxed approach to life and old-world qualities in Spain and Portugal are some of the highlights of this spectacular region and are reflected in the hotels and restaurants on this trip. That said, service can lack a sense of urgency when compared with the service found in other parts of Europe. While the Premiere hotels we've chosen are some of the finest in the area, they may seem a bit simpler than the Backroads European standard. The same can be said for Portuguese cuisine, a celebration of local flavors which is more rustic than that of other places we visit in Europe.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-2
Premiere Hotel
Once a medieval estate filled with noble history and Baroque architecture, this hotel's ancient touches have been restored to create a luxurious 5-star oasis surrounded by lush greenery. (pool, spa)
Night 3
*Deluxe Hotel
Originally the castle of the Conde de Gondomar, this grand parador holds a spot in history as the first observation site of La Pinta as it approached Spanish soil with news of what was then called the New World. (pool)
Nights 4-5
Premiere Hotel
Pure luxury and tranquility await at this elegant 18th-century estate, situated in a park-like setting near the Sar River. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Redesigned for 2024
- Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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