Highlights of the Camino and the Costa Verde

Enjoy this week-long self-guided walking holiday where you will discover the towns, rivers, mountains, and coast of the Upper Minho Region.  This tour was designed for you to explore the highlights of both the coastal and inland Minho Region. Few visitors get to fully appreciate this beautiful green landscape and the deeply ingrained and fascinating culture of the Costa Verde.

The Highlights of the Camino and Costa Verde walking tour will begin in the charming riverside town of Ponte de Lima and ends in the fascinating coastal city of Viana do Castelo. Be sure to arrive in time to roam its medieval center and make the journey to the hilltop basilica and Celtic settlement of Santa Luzia.

Crossing the old Roman bridge of Ponte de Lima, you will follow in the footsteps of thousands of pilgrims in the direction of the holy city of Santiago de Compostela as you walk part of the ancient Portuguese Camino de Santiago. As well as glorious countryside, you’ll see plenty of shrines, chapels, ancient bridges, and carved stone crosses.

Once you reach the northern border of Portugal at the fortress town of Valença do Minho, it’s time to head west. Follow the River Minho towards the coast, passing riverside towns such as Vila Nova de Cerveira to reach the delightful town of Caminha.

Enjoy the outstanding natural beauty of white sandy beaches and the colorful activity of small fishing towns as you make your way south along the Green Coast to Viana do Castelo. Of course, you’ll have ample opportunity to taste crisp local wines and the freshest grilled fish and seafood throughout your journey.