Highlights of the Camino de Santiago Walk
Highlights of the Camino de Santiago Walk
Highlights of the Camino de Santiago Walk
8 Days Starting in Sarria, Spain and ending in Santiago de Compostela, Spain
Visiting: Sarria, Portomarin, Palas de Rei, Arzua, Arzúa, Santiago de Compostela
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Tour code:
W07CS
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Age range:
18-99
Special diets catered:
Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey along the renowned Camino de Santiago, a UNESCO World Heritage pilgrimage route in Spain. This tour offers a perfect blend of adventure and comfort, with accommodations ranging from charming converted water mills to elegant farmhouses. As you traverse poppy-sprinkled wheat fields, orchid-rich meadows, and pine-scented woodlands, you'll share in a 1000-year-old tradition with fellow pilgrims. Capture your experiences with a Pilgrim Passport, and enjoy the convenience of luggage and walking transfers. Delight in continental breakfasts and six evening meals, while immersing yourself in the local culture. The journey begins in Sarria and culminates in the historic city of Santiago de Compostela, where the vibrant atmosphere and stunning Baroque cathedral await. Whether you're seeking spiritual fulfillment or a unique travel experience, this tour promises a memorable adventure.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Sarria
Location: Sarria
Accommodation Name: Rectoral de Goian, Half Board
Meals Included: Dinner
Arrive at your hotel in Sarria.
Day 2 : Sarria To Portomarin
Location: Portomarin
Accommodation Name: Casa Rural Santa Marina, Half Board
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today starts with a walk along the Roman bridge that leads out of Sarria up the Celerio Valley. Cross through the hamlets of the southern edge of the Sierra del Paramo then descend into Portomarin - the original village was drowned by the Belesar Reservoir, and some remains still shimmer below the surface!
Day 3 : Portomarin To Lestedo
Location: Portomarin
Accommodation Name: Rectoral de Lestedo, Half board
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today you can visit Portomarin's church before passing between cornfields lined with ox-eye daisies as you follow the Torres stream. Stamp your Pilgrim Passport in country churches dedicated to the Order of St James before arriving at your beautifully restored rectory.
Day 4 : Lestedo To O Coto
Location: Palas de Rei
Accommodation Name: Casa de los Somoza, Half Board
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Walk along country lanes past fortified farmhouses into the hillside town of Palas de Rei (Palace of the King) as you enter the province of A Coruna. You'll pass typical, raised Galician granaries, and see chickens scamper across narrow streets as you enter vineyards, with views east to the Montes del Vacaloura. *(Staying at Casa de los Somoza, Half Board)*
Day 5 : O Coto To Arzua
Location: Arzua
Accommodation Name: Pazo de Santa Maria, Half Board
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today's first stop is the thriving country town of Melide, where you'll see locals enjoying Galician seafood in specialist pulperias (octopus restaurants). Drop into the Romanesque church to admire the frescoes, before walking to the lively market town of Arzua along lanes lined with bright yellow celandine. Your final stop is the elegant manor house, surrounded by tranquil countryside, just outside the town.* (Staying at Pazo de Santa Maria, Half Board)*
Day 6 : Arzua To Rua
Location: Arzúa
Accommodation Name: O Muino de Pena, Half Board
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Follow Arzua's colonnaded streets into open country where local farmers wear berets as they tend vines and build haystacks with pitch forks. Your route will rise and fall through river valleys, crossing rushing streams. This evening you'll stay at Javier's breathtaking converted water mill, where original machinery has been turned into spectacular period features.* (Staying at O Muino de Pena, Half Board)*
Day 7 : Rua To Santiago
Location: Santiago de Compostela
Accommodation Name: Hotel Virxe da Cerca, Breakfast only
Meals Included: Breakfast
The finishing line is near! Set off towards Monte do Gozo (Mount of Joy) today, where pilgrims of old caught their first glimpse of the spires of Santiago. As you reach Santiago's historic centre, the atmosphere is electric as a steady stream of pilgrims reach their journey's end below the cathedral's spectacular Baroque facade. Drop into the Pilgrim Office to collect your certificate, before checking into our historic hotel near the old marketplace - still a riot of colour!* (Staying at Hotel Virxe da Cerca, Breakfast only)*
Day 8 : Leave Santiago De Compostela
Location: Santiago de Compostela
Leave Santiago de Compostela
What's Included
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All accommodation
All accommodation is included in the tour package.
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Continental breakfast and 6 evening meals
The tour includes continental breakfast and 6 evening meals.
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Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
The tour is managed by a local Headwater-appointed agent.
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Route directions
Route directions are provided for the tour.
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Luggage transfers between hotels
Luggage transfers between hotels are included in the tour.
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Walking transfers
Walking transfers are included in the tour.
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Pilgrim's Passport
A Pilgrim's Passport is provided to record your adventure en route.
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Arrival and departure transfers (if booking a flight inclusive package)
Arrival and departure transfers are included if booking a flight inclusive package.
What's Not Included
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included in the tour package.
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Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement)
Single accommodation is not included and is available on request with a compulsory supplement.
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Solo traveller supplement (where only one person is travelling on a departure date)
A solo traveller supplement is not included and applies when only one person is travelling on a departure date.
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Visas or vaccinations
Visas or vaccinations are not included in the tour package.
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Arrival and departure transfers (if booking a land only package)
Arrival and departure transfers are not included if booking a land only package.
Food
Food along the Camino de Santiago is generally fresh local produce, simply prepared and presented with lots of great flavours. The emphasis in the majority of restaurants is on hearty fare for hungry walkers.Galicia in particular is famous for having excellent seafood. Among other dishes you may encounter the ‘empanada gallega’, a simple flat pie which can be stuffed with almost anything including pisto (Spanish ratatouille), tuna or meat, mixed with a base of lightly fried onions, green peppers and tomato. Pimientos are small green peppers, usually lightly fried in olive oil and sprinkled with sea salt. Lacón con Grelos is a popular meat based dish - boiled meat from the front leg of a pig. Grelos are turnip leaves - the lacón and grelos are boiled together and served with sausage and potatoes. Stews are also common to revitalise hungry visitors - Caldo Gallego is a Galician broth full of cabbage, potatoes and beans, often with ham, sausage and pork added to make a filling main course. Dessert is sometimes the ubiquitous ‘flan’ - a variation on crème caramel, or pancakes stuffed with honey, sugar, custard or jam. Along the Camino you can always find ‘tarta de Santiago’ a dry cake made with almonds, often with a sugar dusted cross on the top - sweet, delicious and filling. There are five Denominaciones de origen in Galicia: Ribeiro, Valdeorras, Rias Baixas, Ribeira Sacra and Monterrey. Although known almost exclusively for their white wines, each also produces red wine.
Accommodation
Your accommodation for the week is diverse, including restored parish houses, converted water mills, and stylish farmhouses, all packed with period features. A phrase book will come in handy for some of the hotels where the owners don't speak English.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation can I expect during the Camino de Santiago Walk?
During the Camino de Santiago Walk, you will stay in a variety of accommodations including restored parish houses, converted water mills, and stylish farmhouses. These accommodations are rich in period features, providing a unique and authentic experience.
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Is there any assistance with luggage during the tour?
Yes, luggage transfers between hotels are included in the tour, so you can enjoy your walk without the burden of carrying your bags.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes continental breakfast and six evening meals. This ensures you have a hearty start to your day and a satisfying meal in the evening.
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Will I receive any documentation to commemorate my journey on the Camino de Santiago?
Yes, you will receive a Pilgrim's Passport to record your adventure along the route. Additionally, upon reaching Santiago, you can collect a certificate from the Pilgrim Office.
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Are there any language considerations I should be aware of during the tour?
While some hotel owners may not speak English, a phrase book will be handy to help with communication during your stay.
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What is the starting and ending point of the Camino de Santiago Walk?
The tour starts in Sarria and ends in Santiago de Compostela, allowing you to experience the final stretch of this historic pilgrimage route.
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What kind of food can I expect along the Camino de Santiago?
Food along the Camino de Santiago is typically fresh local produce, with an emphasis on hearty fare for walkers. Galicia is known for its excellent seafood, and you may encounter dishes like empanada gallega, pimientos, lacón con grelos, and tarta de Santiago, among others.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
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