Portuguese Camino: Tui to Santiago

pilgrim walking along road

This route starts from the town of Tui on the border between Spain and Portugal, across the Minho river. Medieval bridges, the historical old town of Pontevedra and the village of Padrón, famous for its peppers, are some of the interesting sights along the way. This section of the Portuguese camino will take you through green landscapes up the hills and down the valleys into a region well-known for its Albariño wines, an excellent way to explore the last 100Km of the Portuguese Camino.

$1,237

French Camino: O Cebreiro - Santiago

palloza in o cebreiro

O Cebreiro, known for its straw roof houses (pallozas), is located on the Galicia border, about 95 miles (150Km) from Santiago. This section of the French route will have you descend from the mountains from the highest point of the Camino in Galicia, through beautiful landscapes and fertile valleys to the city of Santiago. You will have the opportunity to visit sights along the way like the benedictine Monastery of Samos. It is a great route for those willing to explore the French camino beyond the last 100Km.

$1,385

Renovations Update (Sep 2019)

side view

August and early September have seen a very busy Camino. Even with the pilgrim mass being relocated to San Francisco Church, there was a line around the block to hug the Saint and see the remains of St. James inside the Cathedral in Santiago.

It was good to see the scaffolding removed from the front of the cathedral, but renovations continue on the sides and back of the church to prepare for the 2021 holy year.

Palas de Rei - Arzúa

St Mary of Melide
During this stage you will leave the Lugo province and enter A Coruña, where Santiago de Compostela is located. This stage goes through Melide, an important town where both the Northern Camino and the Camino Primitivo merge with the French. The route is a mix of well conserved and repaired trails together with some more abrupt sections. As we near the end of the stage you will find several short, but demanding slopes. You will cross the Iso river and reach the village of Ribadiso while walking through some of the most spectacular scenery in el Camino. At the end of the day you will reach Arzúa, where you should take some time to try the renowned cheese varieties from this region (Arzúa-Ulloa).

Last 100 Km: Sarria - Santiago

pilgrim walking along the camino

Sarria is a great starting point as it is a large town and has everything you need to set out on your journey. This route will take you 70 miles (115 km) along the French route in the Galician region, through green landscapes and lush forests to Santiago during a five-day walk. It is a great route to become acquainted with the Camino. This trip makes you eligible to obtain your Compostela certificate when you arrive in Santiago.

$995

Day Trip to Finisterre

Camino marker by the sea in Finisterre

Many times, after walking the Camino, travelers don’t want their experience to end. They can also feel overwhelmed with the crowds and people in Santiago and they long for the quiet trail of the Camino.

One way to extend the trip and have a reflective experience is by taking a day trip to Finisterre, translated as “The End of the Earth”.

Welcome Dinner in Madrid

Delicious tapas in Madrid on a countertop
As your flight lands in Madrid, you will be transferred to your hotel. Then you'll have some free time to rest, take a stroll through the central part of Madrid and at the end of the day, enjoy a wonderful welcome dinner with your group, where you will enjoy typical Madrid tapas and some of its characteristic staples.

March 2020 Camino Special

Walking Pilgrims on el camino trail
Our original and popular Camino, the Classic Camino, allows you to walk the last 100km of the French Way. We’ll stay at unique and historical hotels, sampling the best of local gastronomy and being immersed in the history and tradition of this amazing journey. Classic Camino allows you to walk comfortably with guided support while giving a truly authentic experience.
$2,999