The Portuguese Camino - Lisbon to Coimbra

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Walk from Lisbon to Coimbra along the first stage of the more spiritually connected Camino Portugués
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Discovering on foot the small villages and pilgrimage sites along the Camino Portugués
    • Exploring historical Tomar and Coimbra and the ruins at Conimbriga
    • Experiencing culinary delights of the area
    • Enjoying the hospitality of family run hotels

What's this trip about?

    Walk from Lisbon to Coimbra along the first stage of the more spiritually connected Camino Portugués

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Hiking & Walking

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Portugal

Attractions

  • Coimbra

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Independent

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Arrive Lisbon

Lisbon is the capital of Portugal and one of the world’s oldest cities: known as Olispio by the Romans, settled by the Visigoths and the Arabs before becoming the base for the “Discoveries’ – Columbus, Magellan and Vasco de Gama all set sail from here. An earthquake i...

Day 2 Transfer to Santa Iria de Azoia, walk to Vila Franca de Xira (4.5hrs)

Transfer from your hotel to Santa Iria de Azoia (at 8:30am, approx 20mins) where your walk commences. Initially walking through industrial outskirts and modern suburban developments, the last 4km from Alhandra to Vila Franca is riverside and pleasant. Once a Crusader ...

Day 3 Along the river to Azambuja (5-6hrs)

Continue along the river, through flat agricultural land – and a couple of industrial zones – to Azambuja, gateway to the fertile floodplains of the Tagus. Azambuja was home to one of Portugal's most famous female matadors, Ana Maria, and its 'running of the bulls' festival is held in May. Distance 20km/12.5mi

meals : B

Day 4 Through ‘the market garden of Portugal’ to Santarem (8hrs)

Today’s walk follows farm tracks through ‘the market garden of Portugal’, the rich flood plains of the Tagus. Here you’ll find fruit, vegetables and vineyards. Wander through riverside villages before a short uphill to Santarem. Once an administrative centre of the Ro...

Day 5 Walk to Golega (8hrs)

Today’s walk again follows rural tracks and lanes and passes through villages along the Tagus. If the weather is dry, consider leaving the new path to visit the town of Azinhaga, birthplace of Portugal’s 1998 Nobel Prize winning writer, Jose Saramago. At Golega, the 1...

Day 6 Through Templar country to Tomar (7hrs)

Walk along the Tagus via the abandoned manor Quinta da Cardiga with its Manueline portal and 16th and 17th tiles. From here, the countryside changes from alluvial plains to undulating hills as you head away from the river. Continue through woodlands and several villag...

Day 7 Along flat rural plains to Alvaiazere (8hrs)

Travelling across flat rural plains, woodlands of pine and eucalypt and several hamlets, today’s walk is peaceful despite being mostly on paved roads. Distance 31km/19mi

meals : B

Day 8 Walk to Alvorge (6-7hrs)

More flat rural plains today, with vineyards, olive trees and pines the predominant landscape. There are many little hamlets en route and the mid-way town of Ansiao has a Saturday farmers' market. Cross the 17th bridge leaving Ansiao before heading along forest track...

Day 9 Continue to Condeixa a Nova (6.5hrs)

Today's walk takes you through a variety of paths, mostly through farmlands and passing woods. You pass the Roman ruins at Conimbriga where you can stop and discover the many mosiacs. Then continue on to the town of Condeixa a Nova where you will overnight. Overnight in Condeixa a Nova. Distance 25km/16mi

meals : B

Day 10 On to Coimbra (4hrs)

Today you continue walking along paved roads and through small hamlets. The trail is undulating around the town of Palheira. Along the way, Cruz dos Mourocos has remnants of a Roman aqueduct and the town of Santa Clara has a dramatic and somewhat macabre story: Dona I...

Day 11 Trip concludes

Trip concludes after breakfast - or continue along the next stage of the Portuguese Camino to Porto.

meals : B

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Requirements
MODERATE – GRADE 3 Daily walks are between 15-33km on well marked trails over diverse terrain – from relatively flat to hilly. The trail takes you along quiet rural roads and on the verges of roads with traffic. Some of the route is on walking trails away from the road and there are often alternative routes available. Route finding is reasonably straightforward following the yellow arrows and granite pillars (showing distance to Santiago), however you still need to be vigilant as markers from other trails can be confusing (refer below for further details on self guided adventures). However our notes include hints and pointers to help you navigate the route. The route will inevitably cross main roads close to cities and towns, although the majority is on side roads and walking trails. The main areas to concentrate on route finding are arriving and leaving towns and cities. The accent is on keeping a steady pace to take in all of the attractions, with time to stop and take photos. You will need a good level of fitness to participate fully in this adventure. Daypack, wet weather gear, good walking boots / shoes, water bottle and sun protection. A comprehensive gear list is included in the pre-departure information provided on booking.,
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10 nights in comfortable hotels
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