About this experience
Santiago de Compostela, is one of the most magical cities in Galicia, Spain. Santiago concentrates in itself, culture, religion, people, academic life and tourism. And, because of its beauty, the city won the title of World Heritage. Its famous pilgrimage way, known as the “Caminho de Santiago” (St. James way) won also the title of World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Visit this amazing City, exploring the one of the most important pilgrim sites in Europe. On the return, stop and visit also Valença do Minho which has an amazing fortress in Vauben style.
Discover these two beautiful cities of southern Europe on a full-day sightseeing tour from Porto.
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Tour Expert escorting the group all day
- Porto City Walking Tour (available from the day after your experience)
- Transportation in a comfortable minibus
- Free time in Santiago de Compostela
- Guided Visit in Valença do Minho Fortness
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Lunch is not included
Itinerary and highlights
Your expert guide will collect you from your hotel/accommodation or meeting point and will drive you to Santiago de Compostela in Spain.
On your way to Santiago, the guide will give you insights regarding the Portuguese history, development and cultural facts of portuguese heritage.
Crossing the border and entering in Spain, insights regarding the pilgrimage and the story and facts of Santiago will be given.
Once in Spain, you will arrive to our main destination.
Santiago de Compostela, is one of the most magical cities in Galicia, Spain. Santiago concentrates in itself, culture, religion, people, academic life and tourism. And, because of its beauty, the city won the title of World Heritage. Its famous pilgrimage way, known as the “Caminho de Santiago” (St. James way) won also the title of World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Visit this amazing City, exploring the one of the most important pilgrim sites in Europe.
You will have free time to explore on your own the historical city center of Santiago and its famous Cathedral.
Once in Santiago, you guide will give you free time to explore this incredible site.
You will be able to visit and explore the Cathedral!
You'll have some free time for lunch, you can taste and drink some of the traditional food from Galicia!
After lunch it's time to return to Portugal, to your next stop: Valença do Minho!
Standing on the border with Spain and overlooking the River Minho, Valença is surrounded by walls and displays all the characteristic features of a town that was fortified in the seventeenth century in the style of the French military architect, Vauban.
Its first name was "Contrasta", which referred to a village standing opposite another one and was clearly a reference to its position directly across the River Minho from the Galician town of Tui.
Today, it is a city with a flourishing trade, in which some of the most popularly sought after items are the pieces produced by the local craftsmen.
Meeting and pickup information
- Meeting Point: Calçada da Vandoma, Porto – just next to Porto Cathedral (Sé do Porto). Look out for our friendly staff dressed in red and clearly identified with Living Tours. They’ll be ready to check you in and introduce you to your guide for the tour.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Living Tours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Usually our tours run in one language but there are cases of one extra language.
- Tours run in small groups up to 27 passengers.
- We support our communities. By taking a tour with us you are contributing to our cause: we offer a meal for the homeless and people in need.
- Please kindly be aware that the overall duration of the activity could be influenced by traffic conditions. We highly advise against scheduling any additional activities or making other plans within the hour following the anticipated completion time.
- Vegetarian and Gluten-free meal options are available if requested before the day of the booking. Make sure you inform us before the tour starts.
- Discover Porto in a unique way with a Free Walking Tour with Living Tours, available to all customers who book this activity. Our Free Walking Tour is available on a daily basis, in English and Spanish, at 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. departing from Living Tours Agency located in Rua Mouzinho da Silveira 352, 4050-418 Porto
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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