Madrid & Camino de Santiago Compostela
This incredible adventure begins with two days of exploration in stately (and must-see) Madrid. Then continue to the picturesque municipality of Sarria
The opportunity to walk Spain’s celebrated Camino de Santiago isn’t just another vacation; it’s an outright life-changing achievement.
This incredible adventure begins with two days of exploration in stately (and must-see) Madrid. Then continue to the picturesque municipality of Sarria to begin your own once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage, along the final 100km of the famed Camino.
Finish your walk at Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, celebrating your accomplishment with fellow pilgrims from all over the world.
How much: | From €1195 |
How long: | 10 days |
Group size: | 16 clients max |
Accommodation: | Basic accomodation, clean hotels and hostels |
Start point: | Madrid, Spain |
End point: | Santiago de Compastela, Spain |
Meals: | As indicated in the Itinerary |
Countries: | Spain |
Day 1 – Madrid
Arrive in your own time, in the evening you will meet with your fellow travelers and tour leader.
Day 2 – Madrid
Meals included – Breakfast
Take a wander through this amazing city in your own time. Check out the world-famous museums, do some shopping or enjoy some fantastic food.
Other options for exploring the city include the Palacio Real, Real Jardin Botánico or Escorial. Experience more nightlife at the Plaza del Dos de Mayo, in the area known as Malasaña. Taste some sangria and dance to the latest music.
If you would like to pre book activities, please let us know so we can assist you.
Day 3 – Madrid/Sarria
Meals included – Breakfast
Travel to the charming town of Sarria by train. Take some free time to explore before meeting up with the rest of your group.
Day 4 – Sarria/Portomarín (6-8h 23km)
Meals included – Breakfast
Start hiking from Sarria to Portomarín, covering about 23km (14 mi) over the course of the day. Pass through many lovely towns along the way and choose to have a picnic in places such as Barbadelo, Renta or Ferreiros. Spend the night in the riverside city of Portomarin.
Day 5 – Portomarín/Palas de Rei (6h 22km)
Meals included – Breakfast
Get those walking shoes back on! Leave Portomarin behind in the early light of the morning to make the most of the day. This stretch is a mix of ups and downs through beautiful scenery. The entire area has a rich history, especially during the Middle Ages.
Day 6 – Palas de Rei/Melide (4h 15km)
Meals included – Breakfast
Head west and continue the pilgrimage, passing through the lush green valleys of Galicia. Covering about 15 km today, the day again passes through many lovely villages and towns along the way, offering ample opportunity for rest stops and time to pick up any needed supplies before arriving to Melide.
Day 7 – Melide/Arzúa (4h 13km)
Meals included – Breakfast
Leaving Melide, the Camino crosses several streams and follows a forest track to the village of Boente with its church of Santiago. Next is the scenic medieval village of Ribadiso and finally the town of Arzúa (389m). In Arzúa, visit the churches of Santa María and A Magdalena.
Day 8 – Arzúa/Amenal (6h 26km)
Meals included – Breakfast
Walk through pretty woods, sleepy villages and across streams most of the day. The chapel of Santa Irene, with its unique statue of Santiago, is worth a visit. En-route, don’t miss the lovely hamlet of Rúa (310m). The rest of the route to Amenal is along a mix of good and calm country roads and forest tracks.
Day 9 – Amenal/Santiago de Compostela (4h 14km)
Meals included – Breakfast
Leave early in order to reach Santiago de Compostela in time for the pilgrim’s mass. Walk the last part of the pilgrimage and enjoy the scenery before the baroque, painted towers of the cathedral come into view. Later, explore this fascinating city and sip some wine in a café to celebrate the incredible journey. Upon reaching our goal, the pilgrimage is not complete without a visit to the cathedral on the magnificent Praza do Obradoiro, which houses the supposed tomb of St. James the Apostle.
Also pay a visit to the Plaza Obradoiro which houses the supposed tomb of St. James the Apostle. It is widely believed that his remains were buried here in the 1st century AD; from then onwards he became the patron saint of the Christian Crusades
Day 10 – Santiago de Compostela
Leave whenever you are ready, or if you are not ready to leave yet, please let us know and we can arrange more trips or activities for you.
This tour is available whole year round.
Just let us know when you want to go… or contact us for more details regarding the best time of year to book this tour.
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