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Sample part of the classic Camino de Santiago experience by trekking the final 67km of the famous Camino Frances – the French Way.
Starting in Palas de Rei, this three-day trekking adventure, which is part of the popular pilgrimage route, will see you trek through rolling green landscapes, traditional villages, and picturesque woodlands on your way to Santiago, discovering local traditions and meeting fellow pilgrims along the way. Today the Camino is more than a pilgrimage, it is a remarkable journey and a unique experience.
Your final destination is the magical Santiago Old Town, a wonderful UNESCO World Heritage site, home to the stunning Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela!
To get started, download a brochure or register your interest.
Depart the UK for Santiago airport and transfer to Santiago de Compostela for an overnight stay. Enjoy dinner and a good night’s sleep in preparation for the trek along the famous Camino Frances.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the town of Palas de Rei – the starting point for your Camino trekking adventure.
Head downhill along the Camino trail, passing the charming villages of Casanova and Leboreiro before stopping in Melide to enjoy octopus – a local delicacy! From here you will cross several small streams and follow a forest track to the village of Boente and the church of Santiago. Next, trek through the medieval hamlet of Ribadiso and arrive in the town of Arzúa, which is famous for its local cheese. Here you will have time to relax and explore the old town, including the idyllic churches of Santa María and A Magdalena.
For group sizes larger than 20, you will head to Santiago for dinner and an overnight stay before transferring to Arzúa in the morning.
Trekking distance – approx. 30km
Continue through beautiful woods, sleepy villages and across streams, taking in the sights of the chapel of Santa Irene and its unique statue of Santiago. Continue through the hamlet of Rúa, along country roads and forest tracks to Amenal.
If the group size is larger than 20, you will travel to Santiago for dinner and an overnight stay before transferring to Amenal in the morning.
Trekking distance – approx. 21km
Your first destination is Lavacolla, set along the outskirts of Santiago where pilgrims used to wash themselves in the river in preparation for their arrival in Santiago de Compostela. From here rows of tall eucalyptus trees line the journey to Monte do Gozo where you can then catch a first glimpse of the spires of Santiago Cathedral.
Trekking distance – approx. 16km
Please note this is a complex itinerary and may be subject to change, including the timings and distances detailed.
Option A: Registration Fee £249 + £2,300
Option B: Registration Fee £249 + £1,150
To get started, download a brochure or register your interest.
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