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Walking the Camino de Santiago
From £2,174
Duration 8 Days
Departures from: Apr 2025 - Oct 2025
From £2,174
Duration 8 Days
Departures from:
Apr 2025 - Oct 2025
Tour Overview
Ancient churches, Gaudi-designed architecture and Rioja vineyards. Discover all of this and more on a series of walks which take you to charming towns and cities located on the Pilgrim's Road to Santiago de Compostela in north-west Spain.
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Walking
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All Breakfasts
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Flight Choices
Your Holiday Includes
- Just You Holiday Director as your host & Specialist Local Guide
- Return flights from London
- 7 nights in 3 & 4-star hotels
- A guaranteed twin or double room of your own
- 13 included meals: 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners including a welcome drink & farewell dinner
- Overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage
Included Holiday Highlights
- Walk through vineyards & villages in Spain’s Basque Country
- Visit medieval Navarrete
- Stop at Santo Domingo de la Calzada
- Walk through the Campos de Castilla area
- Discover medieval Leon
- Visit Gaudi House & Bishops Palace in Astorga
- Drive to the Bierzo highlands region, to start a walk at la Cruz de Ferro
- Enjoy a traditional lunch in the pretty village of Molinaseca
- Visit Ponferrada’s Knights Templar Castle
- Explore the Celtic town of O Cebreiro
- Visit Monte de Gozo
- Pick a seashell at Fisterra – the symbol of the pilgrim
Itinerary
Day 2 Puente la Reina - Laguardia
Walk 6km - 3.73 miles – 2 hoursToday, we'll head to medieval Puente La Reina, the meeting point of the Jaca Pilgrim Road and the French Way. We can admire the 12th century church of Santa María de Eunate in the vicinity, before beginning our walk along the Camino de Santiago. Passing though vineyards and rural countryside until we reach Puente La Reina, where lunch is included. Our tour then takes us to the La Rioja wine region for an included wine tasting in one of the renowned bodegas, before arriving to our hotel in Laguardia. With some time to explore this medieval village before dinner Meals included: B,L
Day 3 Laguardia - Burgos
Walk 5.5km - 3.4 miles – 90 minutesOur first stop today is at Navarrete, a town built in the 12th century by the Knights of the Holy Sepulchre, which offers wonderful views of the surrounding countryside. Then we drive to Najera and start todays walk taking us through more vineyards of La Rioja. We'll continue by road to Santo Domingo de la Calzada, an important stopping point for pilgrims. On arrival in Burgos, where we stay tonight, you can join an optional guided tour which features some of the highlights of the old town, amongst them the magnificent Gothic cathedral. Meals included: B,D
Day 4 Burgos - Astorga
Walk 6km - 3.73 miles – 90 minutesAfter breakfast we'll embark on today's walk, which takes us to the Campos de Castilla area, known as the 'breadbasket' of Spain due to its cereal production. The canal we'll follow was built for transportation of this commodity and a highlight will be its locks, which allow for a 14-metre drop in terrain. In the town of Frómista, we'll have free time for lunch before then driving on to León, where a walking tour is included, to explore the old town and cathedral. Our hotel tonight is in Astorga. Meals included: B,D
Day 5 Astorga
Walk 5km - 3.4 miles – 90 minutesThis morning we'll admire the Gaudi House and Bishop's Palace of Astorga. Then we'll drive to the highlands of the Bierzo region, where we'll start our walk at la Cruz de Ferro, the famous landmark 'Iron Cross'. After a traditional lunch in Molinaseca, we'll drive to the Templer Castle in Ponferrada before returning to our hotel in Astorga . Meals included: B,L
Day 6 Astorga - Santiago de Compostela
Walk 6km - 3.73 miles – 90 minutes
We'll reach our goal of Santiago de Compostela today. First, we'll make a stop at the Celtic town of O Cebreiro. One of the most picturesque villages on the Way of St James, we'll pause to admire its pre-Romanesque church and round stone houses. There's time for lunch in Samos, a small hamlet with a fascinating monastery that can be visited
We'll then drive to Melide and shortly after walk a nice, wooded section of the Camino before driving to Monte de Gozo, or the Mount of Joy, which is the first point at which pilgrims can view Santiago de Compostela after their long journey. From here we will drive to our hotel, our base for the next 2 evenings.
Day 7 Santiago de Compostela
Walk 2km - 1.24 miles – 30 minutes
This morning we'll head to Fisterra, a historic fishing port where pilgrims would bathe in the sea to purify their souls and collect a scallop shell – the symbol of pilgrims. On a short stroll around the lighthouse here, see if you can collect a shell to take home as a wonderful souvenir of your trip.
This afternoon, why not join our optional guided tour of Santiago de Compostela, the capital of Galicia, with its porticoed streets lined by granite architecture. We'll also visit the local market and we will have the opportunity to attend the pilgrim mass.
This evening, we will gather as a group and head to a traditional Galician restaurant for a farewell dinner.
Day 8 Santiago de Compostela - UK
We'll transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.
Meals included: BAdditional Information
Please note: We want you to get the most from your holiday with us. Please be advised, this tour requires a good degree of physical fitness and is not suitable for anyone with limited mobility. Any walk can be avoided by following the group on the coach. There will be plenty of rest stops and time to enjoy the local scenery. Most walks take place on paths and tracks. Sturdy shoes are essential.
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Memorable Moment
Sample Spain's most famous wine in its red and white varieties in La Rioja, where it’s been cultivated here for more than 1,000 years.
Accommodation (as specified or similar)
Hotel Barcelo Nervion Bilbao
The Bilbao Nervion is a 4 star hotel is situated in the hear of Bilbao, close to the Town Hall and a short walk from the Guggenheim Museum. The hotel is modern and equipped with modern facilities, including; the restaurant, café and wine bar. Guest rooms are contemportary and designed in avant-garde design. Bedrooms provide comfortable space, have designer furniture, and are equipped with private facilities, Wi-Fi, LCD TV, heating and air conditioning.
The Bilbao Nervion is a 4 star hotel is situated in the hear of Bilbao, close to the Town Hall and a short walk from the Guggenheim Museum. The hotel is modern and equipped with modern facilities, including; the restaurant, café and wine bar. Guest rooms are contemportary and designed in avant-garde design. Bedrooms provide comfortable space, have designer furniture, and are equipped with private facilities, Wi-Fi, LCD TV, heating and air conditioning.
Hotel Silken Villa de Laguardia
Hotel Sercotel Villa de Laguardia has a range of modern amenities that complement its stylish décor to great effect. Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool or relax on the spacious lawn which surrounds it. There is also a restaurant that serves local cuisine which can then be eaten on the outdoor patio area. Rooms are air conditioned and come furnished with a TV and private facilities. Complimentary WIFI is also available.
Hotel Sercotel Villa de Laguardia has a range of modern amenities that complement its stylish décor to great effect. Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool or relax on the spacious lawn which surrounds it. There is also a restaurant that serves local cuisine which can then be eaten on the outdoor patio area. Rooms are air conditioned and come furnished with a TV and private facilities. Complimentary WIFI is also available.
Hotel Silken Gran Teatro
Hotel Silken Gran Teatro is next to Burgos’ Museum of Human Evolution, 5 minutes’ walk from the old town. Guests can enjoy the traditional Spanish food served at the restaurant. Facilities include elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi, a plasma TV with satellite channels, and 24-hour reception. The hotel is 5 minutes walk from the city’s auditorium and 7 minutes walk from Burgos Cathedral.
Hotel Silken Gran Teatro is next to Burgos’ Museum of Human Evolution, 5 minutes’ walk from the old town. Guests can enjoy the traditional Spanish food served at the restaurant. Facilities include elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi, a plasma TV with satellite channels, and 24-hour reception. The hotel is 5 minutes walk from the city’s auditorium and 7 minutes walk from Burgos Cathedral.
Astur Plaza Hotel
Located in the historic town of Astorga and next to its main square, this hotel is set on the Camino De Santiago Pilgrimage Route. Hotel Astur Plaza features a restaurant with a wine cellar, and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi. The EntreCepas restaurant serves traditional dishes featuring meats and a wide selection of beers and wines. There is also a large lounge-cafeteria with a glass roof. The rooms at the Astur Plaza have parquet floors and each comes with a flat-screen TV, a minibar and a private bathroom with hairdryer.
Located in the historic town of Astorga and next to its main square, this hotel is set on the Camino De Santiago Pilgrimage Route. Hotel Astur Plaza features a restaurant with a wine cellar, and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi.
The EntreCepas restaurant serves traditional dishes featuring meats and a wide selection of beers and wines. There is also a large lounge-cafeteria with a glass roof.
The rooms at the Astur Plaza have parquet floors and each comes with a flat-screen TV, a minibar and a private bathroom with hairdryer.
Hotel Gelmirez
The modern Hotel Gelmírez is 10 minutes’ walk from Santiago de Compostela Cathedral. It offers a gym, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour reception. Featuring individually controlled air conditioning and heating, all rooms have a laptop safe, minibar and flat-screen satellite TV. The private bathrooms come with a hairdryer and free toiletries.
The modern Hotel Gelmírez is 10 minutes’ walk from Santiago de Compostela Cathedral. It offers a gym, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour reception.
Featuring individually controlled air conditioning and heating, all rooms have a laptop safe, minibar and flat-screen satellite TV. The private bathrooms come with a hairdryer and free toiletries.
Optional Excursions
Experience even more of your destination by adding one or more optional excursions to your holiday before you set off. Take a look below at the extra trips you can enjoy on this tour.
Spain - Burgos - City tour of Burgos
Explore the city of Burgos with a Local Guide. You’ll discover the beautiful gate of Santa Maria, stroll along Espolon promenade and visit the extraordinary Gothic cathedral, a jewel of religious architecture and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Evening excursion – moderate walking – cultural
Evening excursion – moderate walking – cultural
Explore the city of Burgos with a Local Guide. You’ll discover the beautiful gate of Santa Maria, stroll along Espolon promenade and visit the extraordinary Gothic cathedral, a jew...
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Santiago de Compostela - Tour of Santiago de Compostela and attend the pilgrim mass
In the company of a Local Guide, explore Santiago de Compostela – Galicia’s most famous city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is named after the apostle St James, whose relics are kept in its Romanesque cathedral.
In this famous pilgrimage destination, you’ll explore the plazas and narrow streets of the well-preserved Old Town on foot, admiring beautiful Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque buildings. You’ll also visit Alameda Park, which offers a magnificent view of the Old Town and is home to a large variety of trees. Finally, you’ll visit the local market and will have the opportunity to attend the pilgrim mass. If you are lucky, you may see the botafumeiro – a giant incense burner – that swings along the entire length of the cathedral.
In this famous pilgrimage destination, you’ll explore the plazas and narrow streets of the well-preserved Old Town on foot, admiring beautiful Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque buildings. You’ll also visit Alameda Park, which offers a magnificent view of the Old Town and is home to a large variety of trees. Finally, you’ll visit the local market and will have the opportunity to attend the pilgrim mass. If you are lucky, you may see the botafumeiro – a giant incense burner – that swings along the entire length of the cathedral.
In the company of a Local Guide, explore Santiago de Compostela – Galicia’s most famous city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is named after the apostle St James, whose r...
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Further Information
- Deposit information
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When you book a holiday, you will be asked to pay a deposit, this will be made clear at the time of booking. In most cases we will charge the following deposit amount;
- UK Holidays - £150 per person
- European Holidays - £200 Per person
- Worldwide Holidays - £250 or 10% whichever is the greater
On some holidays we may charge a slightly higher deposit, to cover any costs we have to pay immediately to secure your booking with our suppliers. This will be made clear at the time of booking.
If you choose a tour that is within 84 days of departure you will need to pay the full balance when you book.
- Our cancellation policy
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If you decide to cancel your confirmed booking you must notify us (or your travel agent) in writing, as soon as possible. Since we incur costs in cancelling your arrangements, you will have to pay the applicable cancellation charges up to the maximum shown below.
- More than 75 days before departure - Loss of deposit only
- 43 - 74 days - 50% of tour price
- 29 - 42 days - 75% of tour price
- 15 - 28 days - 90% of tour price
- Day of Departure - 14 days - 100% of tour price
Our full cancellation policy can be found in our booking terms and conditions, section 8.
- How do I find out Entry and Health Requirements for my holiday?
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We have partnered with Sherpa, an on-line self service tool that allows you to search up-to-date information regarding travel entry requirements for all countries and also allows you to apply for eVisas or eTAs via their on-line portal. Just click on this link to find out more – Travel requirement & Visa Service.
You can also refer to the Foreign Travel Advice section on the gov.uk website: Foreign travel advice - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Click on your destination and then click on 'Entry Requirements'. For Health Requirements, the Department of Health also offers travellers health advice on www.travelhealthpro.org.uk, click on country information to locate your destination.
It is important to remember that passport, visa and health requirements can change before departure; therefore, we recommend you regularly familiarise yourself with the latest requirements before you travel. If you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport/entry/immigration requirements, we are unable to accept any responsibility.
For some destinations, it is not always discernable that a visa is required for entry at the border. For example, for some customers, to travel to the United States, an ESTA may be required. For Canada, an ETA and to India, an e-visa may be needed. Please do check your requirements to avoid any unnecessary cost and delays.
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