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Camino de Santiago Trek

Spain
2 reviews
Available Departures: Apr, May, Sep

8 days from

US$2,050

without flights
Walk & Trek
Guided Group
MODERATE MODERATE

Follow the French Way to Santiago de Compostela and earn your 'Compostela' certificate on this guided walking holiday

Trip Code: CDS
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 1 - 3 LEISURELY
1 - 3 LEISURELY

Suitable for most people in good health, holidays at this grade include only limited amounts of activity.

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4 - 6 MODERATE
4 - 6 MODERATE

Suitable for reasonably fit individuals, such as weekend walkers and cyclists. There can be the occasional more difficult day.

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7 - 9 CHALLENGING
7 - 9 CHALLENGING

Physically challenging holidays, where you need to be prepared before you go.

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10 - 12 TOUGH
10 - 12 TOUGH

Our toughest holidays, involving many long days, often in isolated areas. A high level of fitness and previous wilderness and mountain experience is essential.

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Camino de Santiago Trek

Highlights
  • Walk through rural Galicia, from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
  • Fully guided, with baggage support, and cosy hotel/guesthouse accommodation
  • Earn your 'Compostela' certifcate by collecting stamps in your 'Pilgrim's Passport'
  • Discover historic towns, romanesque churches, medieval bridges and roman ruins
  • Experience Spanish culture and delicious regional cuisine

At a Glance
  • Group Size 4 to 14
  • 6 days walking
  • Max altitude - 600 metres
  • Join In Sarria, Ends Santiago de Compostela

Accommodation & Meals
  • 7 Breakfasts
  • 6 Lunches
  • 6 Dinners
  • 7 nights Hotel
Overview

Take a journey through history on this fully guided walking holiday following Spain's Camino de Santiago, The Way of St James. Since the middle ages the Camino has been considered one of the holiest pilgrimages in world. Legend has it that the remains of the apostle St James, having been carried by boat from Jerusalem, were interred in northern Spain, at what is now Santiago de Compostela. For centuries Christians have journeyed here to pay homage; nowadays, these pilgrims are also joined by explorers from around the world, drawn in by the fascinating history of the route. We will join the Pilgrim's Way in Sarria, from where we follow the iconic scallop shell route markers all the way to the cathedral in Santiago de Compostela, thus completing the last 100km stretch that qualifies us for our ‘Compostela' pilgrimage certificate.


We set out from the pretty, tree-shaded streets of Sarria, armed with our 'Pilgrim's Passports', which we'll enjoy filling with stamps each day in the small cafes and Romanseque churches we pass by.  Our route leads us beside waterways, through woodland and picturesque rural villages.  Along the way we will be sure to encounter a variety of friendly fellow pilgrims and, after greeting each other with a "Bon Camino, Peregrino!", we can enjoy sharing stories as we walk. Finally we arrive at the ancient town of Santiago de Compostela, with its cobbled streets and welcoming cafes and tapas bars, where we visit the impressive Baroque Cathedral, now a shrine to St James, where we can attend a Pilgrim's Mass to mark the end of our journey if we wish. During the week we'll stay in small, family run hotels and our baggage will be transferred for us, allowing us to walk with just a light pack. With our experienced guide always on hand to explain about the history of the Camino, the villages and churches we pass, this fully guided walking holiday really allows us to enjoy the very best of this 1000 year-old pilgrimage route.

Is this holiday for you?

This hotel based walking week involves 6 days of hiking along well marked and well established paths, which will vary from forest tracks to cobbled pathways. The route will be signed with the classic scallop shell symbol, but we will have our guide with us to also help lead the way and to tell us all about the history of the route and region! For the most part we will be walking on lightly undulat …

This hotel based walking week involves 6 days of hiking along well marked and well established paths, which will vary from forest tracks to cobbled pathways. The route will be signed with the classic scallop shell symbol, but we will have our guide with us to also help lead the way and to tell us all about the history of the route and region! For the most part we will be walking on lightly undulating or relatively flat paths. We should be prepared for 4 - 7 hrs of walking each day and distances will vary from 23km to just 15km, we will be walking at a relaxed pace and will take plenty of stops for refreshments, to collect stamps in our passports, and to visit some of the churches/monuments we pass along. This holiday is fully guided and includes baggage transfers on all days allowing us to walk with just a light day pack. With all but one meal included we can also enjoy sampling all the delicious food from this region of Spain!

Why KE?

'The Way' to a great value holiday.... fully guided, with all but one meal included, our Camino trek is fantastic value for money.

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