Camino de Santiago Encompassed

From

CAD 1,837

Duration

10 days

Countries

Spain

Activity

moderate

The adventure

The opportunity to walk Spain's celebrated Camino de Santiago isn't just another vacation; it's an outright life-changing achievement. This incredible 10-day 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's Cathedral, celebrating your accomplishment with fellow pilgrims from all over the world.

At a glance

Duration

10 days

Route

Madrid → Santiago de Compostela

Countries

Spain

Activity level

moderate

Style

Active & Multi-Sport, Culture & History, Food & Drink, Rail Journeys, Trekking & Hiking

Group size

Ask

Flights

Not included

Solo travellers

Welcome

Where you'll go

Day by day

Your journey through

Spain

Day 1Arrival dayArrivalArrive at any time.

Arrive at any time.

Day 2Enjoy a short orientation walk around Madrid…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.

Madrid

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.

Day 3Travel to the charming town of Sarria by train

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 4Hike from Sarria to Portomarín throughout the course of the dayPass through many lovely towns along the way and maybe choose to have a picnic in places such as Barbadelo, Renta or Ferreiros.

Pass through many lovely towns along the way and maybe choose to have a picnic in places such as Barbadelo, Renta or Ferreiros.

Day 5Early start from PortomarinWalk from Portomarin to Palas de Rei. Weary pilgrims can get a jolt of caffeine in one Palas de Rey's cafes or visit some of the local shops to grab some souvenirs.

Walk from Portomarin to Palas de Rei. Weary pilgrims can get a jolt of caffeine in one Palas de Rey's cafes or visit some of the local shops to grab some souvenirs.

Day 6Continue the pilgrimage westwardsContinue walking through rural Spain. Take a break in the lively market town of Melide, and try octopus, Galicia's most classic dish, in one of the many 'pulperías'.

Continue walking through rural Spain. Take a break in the lively market town of Melide, and try octopus, Galicia's most classic dish, in one of the many 'pulperías'.

Day 7Follow the Camino from Melide to the village…

Follow the Camino from Melide to the village of Ribadiso and finally the town of Arzúa.

Day 8The Camino walk will pass through pretty woods

The Camino walk will pass through pretty woods, sleepy villages and across streams most of the day.

Day 9Enjoy a final day of walking through spectacular…

Enjoy a final day of walking through spectacular scenery towards the final destination.

Day 10Departure dayDepartureDepart at any time.

Depart at any time.