Coastal Spain & Portugal featuring Galicia, Porto & Santiago de Compostela

May 05 - 13, 2027

Length: 9 days

Region(s): Europe

Activity Level: Activity indicator paw

Type: Land, Small Group Tours

Follow the rugged shores of Galicia and northern Portugal on a seven-night stay in historic Baiona, based in a parador set within the walls of a medieval seaside fortress. From this dramatic peninsula, set out to explore the cultural gems of Porto, Guimarães, and Braga; trace the final steps of pilgrims in Santiago de Compostela; and wander fishing villages, coastal paths, and wine country where the Atlantic breeze is never far away.

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Tour Highlights

Wake up to spectacular ocean views from your historic parador, housed inside the ramparts of a medieval fortress on a rocky peninsula.
Cross into Portugal to explore the cultural treasures of Porto, Guimarães, and Braga, each with atmospheric old quarters and rich architectural heritage.
Admire lovely Santiago de Compostela and its magnificent cathedral, long the destination for pilgrims walking the famed Camino de Santiago.
Stroll through charming, seaside Baiona, where the Pinta landed in 1493, and view a replica of Columbus’s caravels in the harbor.
Relish sweeping Atlantic scenery on a hike along the coastal paths near Oia, with cliffs, coves, and crashing surf as your backdrop.
Visit atmospheric Combarro, a traditional Galician fishing village known for its stone granaries and narrow lanes, and sample the region’s acclaimed Albariño wine.
Encounter four UNESCO World Heritage sites during your journey, deepening your appreciation for the region’s layered history and distinctive culture.

* Cal lecturer’s participation cannot be guaranteed and is contingent upon a minimum number of paying travelers.

Activity Level 2

What to expect: These trips often travel by motor coach, ship, or train. Touring days may include full-day motor coach excursions or extended periods of standing and walking during city tours, museum visits, and/or outdoor activities. Travelers should be able to board transportation, walk over sometimes-uneven terrain, and climb a few flights of stairs, occasionally without handrails or assistance. Elevators are not always available. Outings last 2–4 hours most days.

Suitable for: Travelers who are able to comfortably walk two to four miles, or 4,600–6,900 steps, each day.