length
8 Days
difficulty
Moderate
trip cost
From $2690 pp
Highlights
Get Ready For
- The sacred tradition of yoga while reconnecting with nature
- Sessions lead by a qualified Yoga Instructor
- Beautiful coastal scenery on ‘the Friendly Camino’
- Great accommodation and luggage transfers each day
- Solitude, mindfulness and reflection on the ‘Camino less travelled’
- Fishing villages, beach walks and excellent seafood and wine on the wild Atlantic coast
Yoga Class
All hotels we are staying at have a private space to practice yoga. We will start the day at 6.30am with a 1 hour yoga class suited to all levels including:
- Sun salutations to warm the body
- asana (body movements)
- pranayama (breath awareness/exercises)
- meditation
- self-reflection
Every evening we will finish off the day with a deep stretch and guided meditation at a time suitable for the group.
Itinerary
Portugal
Please note this particular itinerary does not go through Portugal, even though it is called the Portuguese Coastal Way. If you would like to start your walk in Portugal, please contact us to arrange this. There is an option to walk from Porto (Portugal) to Baiona before you join this trip.
Please note that this trip requires a minimum of 6 people to be guaranteed to depart
ARRIVAL DAY INTO BAIONA
Arrive any time into Baiona. Baiona is a charming seaside village with an authentic Spanish presence. Take some time to try the local tapas and meander through the enchanting cobblestone streets. You will be staying at the Parador De Baiona, which has stunning views over the Atlantic Ocean. Relax while enjoying the views and first-class facilities on offer. The evening yoga and meditation session will take place in the grounds of the Parador. (Please check at reception upon check in for the details exact meeting time and place for the first evening.)
BAIONA TO VIGO (24KM)
Begin the day with an energising early morning yoga session at the Parador before breakfast, then set off for your day’s walk. Today you will be following the coast closely. You will pass through villages with an almost Mediterranean like ambience and enjoy views that are incredible across the bay of Vigo with the Cies Islands in the background. Vigo is a large industrial city and as you approach Vigo you will pass highways, industrial areas and busy roads. Upon arrival take some time to relax before meeting later in the evening for a deep stretch and meditation session.
Meals:B
VIGO TO REDONDELA (16KM)
The day starts with an invigorating early morning yoga class before breakfast, then you set off for the day. From the city of Vigo you will continue on the Coastal Way. The Camino to Redondela is a pleasant walk offering beautiful ocean views before you walk inland through a string of hillside villages. Your stop for the night is the town of Redondela, known as the Village of Viaducts, where all the Coastal Camino joins the original Portuguese Camino Way to Santiago de Compostela. In the evening enjoy a deep stretch and meditation session; refresh and reflect, while soaking up the beauty of your surrounds.
Meals:B
REDONDELA TO PONTEVEDRA (20KM)
Today starts with an early morning rejuvenating yoga session. After breakfast, you will set off for a beautiful day of walking. Pass through the village of Arcade, famous for the best oysters in Galicia, before entering the forest into one of the most beautiful stretches of the Camino. Follow ancient stone paths through lush green woodland and growth. The path then widens among fields and vineyards before you arrive into Pontevedra. Pontevedra has a great energy, which is obvious upon arrival, so spend some time enjoying the local atmosphere. Meet in the evening for a deep stretch to soothe your muscles. You’ll have time to meditate and reflect on your journey so far.
Meals:B
PONTEVEDRA TO CALDAS DE REIS (22KM)
Wake early for an energising yoga session before breakfast. Today the Camino Portuguese will take you over the O Burgo bridge and through chestnut groves and pine and eucalyptus trees. Emerging from the woods at Lombo da Maceira, a statue of Saint James with his walking stick points the way to Santiago. Pass the pretty village of Tivo with its lovely fountain and public washing area. Continue through rural fields and vineyards to the Roman-influenced town of Caldas de Reis. Soak your feet in the thermal springs upon your arrival into town. Tonight’s accommodation is a real treat, so take some time to absorb the nature, sounds and facilities. A sunset deep stretch and meditation session will relax you into the evening.
Meals:B
CALDAS DE REIS TO PADRON (19KM)
This morning’s yoga class takes place in the beautiful hotel grounds. Set off after breakfast on a beautiful route. The path takes you through pine forests and rural areas through the Bermana and Verga valleys to the town of Padron. When the body of St James was being brought to Compostela by boat, Padron was said to be the first land it reached. A blissful deep stretch and meditation will complete your day.
Meals:B
PADRON TO SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA (26KM)
Enjoy a final morning yoga session before breakfast. Today’s walk is through woodland and on increasingly busy roads. You’ll pass through several small villages and the suburbs of Santiago de Compostela. After crossing the Sar River, continue through the streets of the city via Porto Faxeira, the entrance of the Portuguese Way into Santiago de Compostela. Make your way via Rua Franco to Praza das Praterias and the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. In the evening, enjoy a final deep stretch and meditation session, with personal time to reflect on your yoga and Camino experience.
Meals:B
Inclusions
What you get
- Daily group yoga and meditation session before breakfast
- Daily group evening stretch and meditation session
- 1 x half-hour Ayurvedic Indian head massage per person
- RAW Travel yoga mat bag
- Daily breakfast
- 1 night at the Parador De Baiona
- 1 night at the Parador in Pontevedra
- 5 nights excellent accommodation in Casa Rurales and hotels
- Daily luggage transfer
- Experienced and qualified Yoga teacher
- Camino walking guidebook with maps (per 2 people)
- Pilgrim’s passport (per person)
- Portuguese phrasebook
- Document case
- Daily luggage tags
- Maps of your hotel locations
- Emergency contact numbers
- Dedicated local support person in Santiago for help and reassurance
- Yoga mat
- Airfares
- Travel insurance
- Single supplement $490.00
- Lunch and dinner
Yoga, Meditation and Hiking
Spain – Yoga and Hiking
- The sacred tradition of yoga while reconnecting with nature
- Participate in rejuvenating yoga and meditation sessions
- Great accommodation and luggage transfers each day
- Mindfulness and reflection on one of the world’s greatest pilgrimages
- Acknowledge your walking achievement at the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
$2,800.00
Yoga, Meditation and Hiking
Japan – Yoga and Hiking
- Guided Shinrin- yoku (forest bathing) session
- Simple beauty and elegance of Japanese style accommodation
- Visit Nakatsugawa, Magome, Tsumago, Kiso-Fukushima and Narai
- Savour exquisite and delicately presented traditional Japanese dishes
$4,290.00
Yoga, Meditation and Hiking
India – Yoga and Hiking
- Explore Rishikesh, the birthplace of yoga
- Daily yoga and meditation with experienced teachers
- Experience meditation and yogic practices by the holy Ganges river
- Subtropical forests, waterfalls, local villages, ancient paths
$2,475.00
Yoga, Meditation and Hiking
Nepal – Yoga and Hiking
- Enjoy daily rejuvenating yoga/meditation on your trek
- Relax, unwind, de-stress and revitalise at a tranquil yoga retreat
- Sacred tradition of yoga and meditation in nature
- Trek in the spectacular Annapurna region
- Qualified yoga instructors and trekking guides
$4,375.00
Portuguese Coastal Camino
Baiona to Finisterre – Portuguese Coastal Camino
- Solitude, mindfulness and reflection on the ‘Camino less travelled’
- Fishing villages, beach walks, excellent seafood and wine
- Exceptional walking along the wild Atlantic coast
- 3 nights in magnificent Parador hotels (Baiona and Pontevedra)
$2,650.00
Portuguese Coastal Camino
Baiona to Santiago – Portuguese Coastal Camino
- Beautiful Galician scenery; seascapes, vineyards and shady forests
- Walk approx. 130kms enabling you to receive a Compostela
- Local delicacies especially amazing seafood including oysters and pulpo
- Magnificent accommodation with a complimentary upgrade
$1,895.00
Portuguese Coastal Camino
Porto to Baiona – Portuguese Coastal Camino
- Soak up spectacular Portuguese coastal scenery
- Walk along this quiet but friendly Camino
- Fishing villages, seaside communities, beachside resorts and historic towns
- Remains of old Roman roads, coastal paths, boardwalks and beaches
$1,695.00
Portuguese Coastal Camino
Porto to Santiago – Portuguese Coastal Camino
- Savour the slower pace of this much quieter Camino
- memorable encounters with friendly locals along the way
- Rest or explore with a free day in Porto, a vibrant and fascinating riverside city
- Make an optional visit to Tui or a day trip to the Cies Islands
$3,350.00
Portuguese Coastal Camino
Porto to Santiago: The Essentials Trip – Portuguese Coastal Camino
- A faster paced trip with coastal and rural scenery with abundant historic relics
- Modest, well located, clean, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms
- Add an extra night or arrange your own additional accommodation
- Luggage transfers, breakfasts, in-country support staff
$1,850.00
Portuguese Coastal Camino
Lisbon to Santiago – Portuguese Coastal Camino
- Explore Lisbon’s abundant history, fine cuisine and lively culture
- Fresh cod and grilled sardines the world famous ‘Pastéis de Nata’
- Lush fields, olive and citrus groves, beautiful beaches and wild coastlines
- Roman remains, old Knights Templar towns, Moorish bastions
$6,295.00
TRIP date selection
when would you like to travel?
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