Santiago de Compostela & Valença Small Group Tour from Porto

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About this activity

Travel from Porto to Santiago de Compostela in a small group of no more than 8, with a local guide and return transport. This full-day journey combines the atmosphere of one of Europe's great pilgrimage cities with Valença's historic walled centre.

Attend the Pilgrim's Mass in Santiago, discover the cathedral surroundings and old town, and enjoy free time for lunch and exploring at your own pace. On the return to Porto, spend around one hour in Valença do Minho, strolling through the fortress streets and enjoying views towards the Minho River and Spain.

Depart Porto at 08:00 and return at approximately 18:00, Portuguese time. Lunch and paid monument admissions are not included.

Pilgrim's Mass is part of the itinerary. Its venue and schedule follow the Cathedral's arrangements; services may take place at an alternative church during works. The Botafumeiro ceremony is not guaranteed.

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At a glance

Duration: 10 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Touch Tours

Ages: Children (0–12 years) · Adults (13–64 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide
Included: Bottled water
Included: Round-trip transport from Porto in a shared vehicle for up to 8 travelers
Included: Pilgrim's Mass in Santiago (venue and schedule set by the Cathedral)
Included: Surcharges on fuel: Fuel surcharge

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Tickets for optional museums and paid monuments

Itinerary

Santiago de Compostela

one 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.
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.
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.
Fortaleza de Valenca

one 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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Touch Tours Meeting Point, in the heart of the city centre: Rua Cândido dos Reis 105 Porto.

End point

Touch Tours Meeting Point, in the heart of the city centre: Rua Cândido dos Reis 105 Porto.

Using your ticket

Thank you for your booking.

Please meet us at Rua Cândido dos Reis 105 PORTO, near to the famous Lello Bookstore – ⚠️ please note that this is in Porto, not in Vila Nova de Gaia, as there are two streets with the same name.

We wish you a lovely Tour !

Touch Tours +351 932 476 037.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

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The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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 in the itinerary. During the current Cathedral restoration works, services are held at San Agustin Church and the Botafumeiro is suspended. The guide will follow the Cathedral's arrangements for your travel date.