Santiago de Compostela & Valença Small Group Tour from Porto

Travel from Porto to Santiago in a shared group of up to 8, with a local guide and round trip transport. Your guide shares general information about the route and region; explore Santiago at your own pace. Pair the pilgrimage city with Valença do Minho, a historic Portuguese fortress town. If scheduled during your visit, attend the Pilgrim's Mass in Santiago, explore the Cathedral area and historic centre, and enjoy free time for lunch. On the return to Porto, spend about one hour in Valença's fortress streets, with views of the Minho River and Spain. Depart Porto at 8:00 a.m. and return around 6:00 p.m. (Portuguese local time). Lunch and paid admissions are not included. The Pilgrim's Mass follows the Cathedral's schedule and venue on your travel date. The service location and time may change due to Cathedral arrangements or restoration works.

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   Porto

   Pass by

   Begin your unforgettable journey at the Touch Tours office, conveniently located in the heart of Porto. Meet your friendly local guide at 8:00 AM and board your comfortable small-group vehicle. Travel through the beautiful landscapes of northern Portugal and Galicia as you head towards Santiago de Compostela, one of Europe’s most famous pilgrimage destinations. Enjoy a scenic journey while discovering fascinating stories about the region’s history, traditions and culture.

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   Cathedral De Santiago de Compostela

   30 min

   Discover Santiago Cathedral and Praza do Obradoiro, the landmark square where pilgrims celebrate reaching the end of the Camino. Admire the cathedral facade and learn about its significance for the city. Any access to the cathedral interior follows opening arrangements, services and restoration works. Paid museum, rooftop and Portico da Gloria visits are not included.

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   Santiago de Compostela

   1 hour

   Attend the Pilgrim's Mass, a central part of our visit to Santiago. Join pilgrims and visitors for this living tradition at the venue designated by the Cathedral. During restoration works, Mass may take place at San Agustin Church instead of the Cathedral. The Botafumeiro ceremony is not guaranteed. Service times and access follow the church's arrangements.

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   Santiago de Compostela. Casco Historico

   2 hours

   Explore Santiago's historic centre, with its stone streets, lively squares and traditional cafes. Enjoy time to discover the old town, browse local shops and choose a Galician restaurant for lunch at your own expense. This stop includes your free time and lunch break before the journey south to Valença. The sequence of Santiago visits may be adjusted around the Pilgrim's Mass.

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   Fortaleza de Valenca

   1 hour

   On the return journey to Porto, stop in Valença do Minho for around one hour. Explore the historic centre within the fortress walls, stroll along its traditional shopping streets and enjoy viewpoints over the Minho River towards Spain. This stop offers a relaxed introduction to the border town before returning to Porto.

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   Stop 6

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   After a memorable day discovering the magnificent Santiago de Compostela and the historic fortified town of Valença do Minho, relax on your comfortable return journey to Porto. Your experience concludes at the original meeting point, the Touch Tours office at Rua Cândido dos Reis 105, conveniently located in Porto’s city centre.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• A minimum of 3 travelers is required for this shared tour. If the minimum is not met, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes for cobbled streets and bring the travel documents you need to enter Spain. Departure and return times are Portuguese local time.
• Pilgrim's Mass is included, subject to the Cathedral's schedule and venue on your travel date. The service location and time may change due to Cathedral arrangements or restoration works. The guide will follow the Cathedral's arrangements for your travel date.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.