Cycling the Albariño Coast: Braga to Santiago

Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Moderate
D-Score™
D2 - Intermediate

Overview

An eight day, self-guided cycling holiday through rural Portugal and then into Spain, to explore its Albariño Coast. Starting in the ancient town of Braga, cycle through inland Portuguese towns and villages in the Minho region, considered one of the country’s greenest. And also home to its famous Vinho Verde. Coastal highlights include the golden beaches of Sanxenxo and Portonovo, and the seafood wonders of O Grove. With Santiago de Compostela as a glorious finale. Bike rental included.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival in Braga

Arrival in Braga

Day 2: Braga - Arcos de Valdevez

49 km 865 m

D1

Braga - Arcos de Valdevez

Day 3: Arcos de Valdevez - Valença do Minho

47 km 724 m

D1

Arcos de Valdevez - Valença do Minho

Day 4: Valença do Minho - Pontevedra

55 km 827 m

D1

Valença do Minho - Pontevedra

Day 5: Pontevedra - O Grove

53 km 769 m

D1

Pontevedra - O Grove

Day 6: O Grove - Vilanova de Arousa

50 km 418 m

D1

O Grove - Vilanova de Arousa

Day 7: Vilanova de Arousa - Pontecesures - Santiago de Compostela

27 km 470 m

D1

Vilanova de Arousa - Pontecesures - Santiago de Compostela

Day 8: Departure

Departure

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support