Walking the Camino de Santiago
On this walking trip of the Camino de Santiago you will explore the rural life of Spain and visit the fabulous historic cities of Leon and Santiago de Compostela. Follow in the footsteps of countless pilgrims, walking the legendary Camino Frances (French Way) from Leon to Santiago de Compostela. Walk through beautiful scenery and historic towns along the best parts of the route to claim a pilgrim’s certificate.
- Cruz de Ferro – The famous Iron Cross at the highest point of the Camino
- O Cebreiro – Charming mountain village with cobbled streets, round stone thatched houses and picturesque valley views
- Santiago De Compostela – Lively historic town, mix with other pilgrims and feel a real sense of comradery. The Cathedral has undergone an extensive restoration and is now fully open
- Holy year – Extended into , an extra special time to complete this iconic walk with the opportunity to see the flight of the Botafumeiro daily
Your Tour Includes
ACCOMMODATION
11 Nights comfortable hotel
EXPERIENCES
Tour Leader
FOOD & DRINK
Breakfast: 11
Trip Pace
Moderate
DAY 1 Join trip in Madrid
Meals Provided: None
DAY 2 Walking tour of Leon
We will travel together as a group to Leon, a three-and-a-half hour drive. Leon is a great city with a wonderful sense of history reflected in it architecture. It is also an important waypoint on the famous Camino de Santiago.
Meals Provided: Breakfast
DAY 3 Walk from Hospital de Orbigo to Astorga
Meals Provided: Breakfast
DAY 4 Ascend to the Iron Cross (1,482 m); descend to Molinaseca
Meals Provided: Breakfast
DAY 5 Walk to the pretty Mountain Village of O Cebreiro
Meals Provided: Breakfast
DAY 6 Pass the famous 100 km Landmark
Meals Provided: Breakfast
DAY 7 Descend to Palas de Rei
Meals Provided: Breakfast
DAY 8 Hike through rural Galicia; cross the Medieval Bridge near Melide
Meals Provided: Breakfast
DAY 9 Walk through local villages en route to El Amenal
Meals Provided: Breakfast
DAY 10 Arrive in Santiago de Compostela
Meals Provided: Breakfast
DAY 11 Morning guided walking tour of Santiago; free afternoon
Meals Provided: Breakfast
DAY 12 Trip ends in Santiago
The trip ends after breakfast at our hotel in Santiago de Compostela.
