October 2022 - First Camino (from Tui)

[Runner to walking Camino]

Excited for my first Camino walk from tui to Santiago.
any suggestions for first timer? Things to do and NOT do?
what is the best way to return from Santiago to Porto?

 

[dougfitz]

Excited for my first Camino walk from tui to Santiago.
any suggestions for first timer? Things to do and NOT do?
what is the best way to return from Santiago to Porto?

As a new member of the forum, learn to use the search function and cloud tag. The answers to most questions, including yours, have been addressed over the years, and if you find you feel that some might have become outdated, there is perhaps some justification in asking for more current information.,

That said, forum members seem to remarkably tolerant of new members asking questions that have been answered in the past, even when circumstances haven't substantially changed.

You will soon learn that being more specific in your requests for information will get better results than seeking something more general.

And my take on questions like your 'what is the best ...' is that they are completely unanswerable when we have no idea what matters you want to consider in making your personal evaluation of what constitutes best. In this instance, is cost, time or service quality the major factor for travelling to Porto. Not knowing that makes it difficult to give you any advice on the matter.

 

[trecile]

Buen Camino!

If you'd like, you can add your name to the list of those who are starting in October by clicking here.

 

[Runner to walking Camino]

Buen Camino!

If you'd like, you can add your name to the list of those who are starting in October by clicking here.

Thanks!

 

[DoughnutANZ]

Excited for my first Camino walk from tui to Santiago.
any suggestions for first timer? Things to do and NOT do?
what is the best way to return from Santiago to Porto?

Hi and welcome

Based on the title of your thread I would advise walking and taking your time rather than running or rushing. Your body and your mind will thank you for it.

Also make sure to take the time and opportunity to say Hi to fellow pilgrims around you as you walk.

 

[Runner to walking Camino]

Hi and welcome

Based on the title of your thread I would advise walking and taking your time rather than running or rushing. Your body and your mind will thank you for it.

Also make sure to take the time and opportunity to say Hi to fellow pilgrims around you as you walk.

Thanks! Totally agree! I’m a runner but going to walk the Camino to enjoy the journey and do walk the route.

 

[CarolamS]

Excited for my first Camino walk from tui to Santiago.
any suggestions for first timer? Things to do and NOT do?
what is the best way to return from Santiago to Porto?

I've taken the bus (Alsa) from Santiago to Porto but it's also possible to go by train. Rome2Rio is always a good place to check out your options for getting somewhere.
Enjoy, it's a lovely route and will be over all too quickly.

 

[Runner to walking Camino]

I've taken the bus (Alsa) from Santiago to Porto but it's also possible to go by train. Rome2Rio is always a good place to check out your options for getting somewhere.
Enjoy, it's a lovely route and will be over all too quickly.

Thanks so much! I tried to look at train and bus but can’t find the route.

 

[trecile]

Thanks so much! I tried to look at train and bus but can’t find the route.

Both Alsa bus and Flixbus cover that route. I see that there are many buses on the schedule in September, but it's possibly too early to book for October.

 

[Pafayac]

Things to do and NOT do?

As the first thing to do, I would suggest: to walk !
As the second one, I propose: to talk.
(I am not very clever for things not to do, I leave them for the experts).