Santiago de Compostela Day Trip, Porto - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Santiago de Compostela Day Trip
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 91.76 USD
Rating: 8.4 (18 reviews)

This was a very informative trip and a real cultural experience. The trip was a good blend of history and culture, with ...

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On this day trip, we'll visit Santiago de Compostela, one of the oldest sites of pilgrimage in the world, and Valença do Minho, a beautiful historic town on the border between Portugal and Spain.

Details

Duration

9 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

Transport by bus
Official English–speaking guide
Tickets

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

Meeting point

Calçada da Vandoma

Where does the activity end?

Rua de Alexandre Herculano

Reviews of our customers

8.4

Excellent 103 Travelers·18 reviews

July 15, 2022
Steven
United States
This was a very informative trip and a real cultural experience. The trip was a good blend of history and culture, with just the right amount of time ...
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September 21, 2019
Amanda Al-salami
London, United Kingdom
This trip was amazing. Our guide Miguel was so kind and friendly, he was extremely knowledgable about Portuguese history and looked after us very well...
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January 20, 2020
Jozef
Nitra, Slovakia
Perfect trip. The guy was always helpfull and the meal was great! Plus we had nice sunny weather
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November 14, 2019
Kenneth Puchalski
Rome, New York, United States
Perfect tour. Guide was above excellent. Meal was superb and it was a totally fantastic time. Would recommend to anyone!
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September 24, 2019
Anonymous
Toronto, Canada
Ricardo was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, very kind and a wonderful personality, in one word EXCELLENT. !!!!❤ Graciela Zuniga.
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September 8, 2019
Panagiota
Athens, Greece
We had a great time, indeed (and the best guide, Ana)! Just perfect from every point of view!
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Day Trip Details

Having picked you up at Calçada da Vandoma first thing in the morning, we'll leave Porto behind to cross the beautiful Minho region and enter Spain.

Our first stop will be Santiago de Compostela, the most important religious centre in Spain and one of the oldest sites of pilgrimage in the world, well known as the end point of the famous "Camino de Santiago".

Our first stop on the tour will be the cathedral, where we can admire this masterpiece from the outside. The Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, built in a romantic style, is one of the most beautiful and most visited cathedrals in Spain, and it supposedly houses inside the remains of St. James the Apostle (Santiago el Mayor in Spanish). Whilst this point is often debated, what is sure is that the sepulcher containing his relics is hugely impressive. Although the cathedral is currently under construction, and some areas are closed off, it's still an absolute must-see in the city!

Afterwards, you'll have free time for lunch and to explore the historic centre (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) or buy some souvenirs.

In the afternoon, we'll leave Santiago behind, making our way to Valença do Minho, a beautiful historic town on the border with Portugal.

Here, you'll have free time to check out its impressive fortress, dominated by two towers and surrounded by a double wall: an excellent example of the military architecture of the 17th and 18th centuries.

Finally, we'll say goodbye at Rua de Alexandre Herculano after 9 hours in total.