FAQ's
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How much does it cost?
The price is $5,250/person. Click here to see the details of what that includes.
What if I can't walk one day?
We will have transportation that will transport you to the next town.
What if I can't finish walking and need to get to the next town?
Same answer, we will have transportation that will get you to the next hotel.
What about money? Will I need to take money?
You definitely will need some money for the journey. Included in the price is breakfast, almost all dinners and all lodging. We recommend bringing about 100 Euros, which you can buy from your local bank. The exchange rates are not great when doing this (typically charge about 5%) but it helps when you first arrive. Depending on your bank, you can use most ATM's in Europe and the exchange rate is significantly better. So, bring enough to get you started for the first day or so and then use an ATM after you arrive. Credit cards are also a great option as you also typically get the best exchange rate and are accepted everywhere.
Is there Internet?
WiFi is widely available in the towns and cities and 100% available in each of the hotels.
What about my phone?
Check with your cell phone carrier for International rates. Verizon charges $10/day and allows you to use your current plan when abroad. We do recommend this as the interactive route maps rely on GPS.
So, speaking of technology, how will that help?
Thanks for asking that question. We will be leveraging technology in a variety of ways - there are apps of the Camino route so you always know if you are on the trail. We will use a Find My Friends app to keep track of each of you so if you wander off the trail or just need to get picked up for the day, we can find you easily.
Are gratuities included?
The price includes gratuities for all meals. If you want to leave a gratuity for hotel housekeeping or your guides, that is optional but always appreciated!!
What if I need medical attention?
We are always close to a town or city with medical support.
How do I properly train for this amount of walking?
We will be sending you a recommended training schedule. The Portuguese Camino is one of the easiest Caminos as it is relatively flat.
What do I need to bring?
Included in the price is transportation of one carry-on sized bag so you can just have a smaller daypack for your walking. You can also carry everything if you prefer. We will be carrying our bags and have created a packing list that reflects this.