Spain – Walking the Camino de Santiago 8 days (2025)

8 Days 7 Nights
This is not a standard walking tour. People from many countries across Europe have been travelling along the Camino de Santiago for centuries. The Camino itself is part of our history and cultural heritage.

Overview

Out of all the long distance routes that exist, only the Camino de Santiago has been given the recognition of World Heritage by the United Nations because of its historical and spiritual significance. Countless millions have walked it over the last thousand years and yet it has remained largely unchanged. It continues to cross the same rivers, climb the same mountains and pass by the same villages, chapels, churches and cathedrals.

You will be walking the final 113 kilometers of the classic Camino de Santiago. Starting at the Galician town of Sarria where many pilgrims begin their walk will give you the chance to soak up the history that surrounds this long distance route.

Itinerary

  • Day
    01

    Arrival in Sarria

    Arrival at the Galician town of Sarria, the starting point for all pilgrims wishing to complete the last 100 kilometers of the Camino.

  • Day
    02

    Sarria - Portomarin (23km +300m)

    Today you set off on the Camino walking through ancient oak, birch and chestnut forests and later through many hamlets dotted around areas of cultivated land and grazing pastures along quiet country lanes and natural pathways. Enjoy the peace and tranquility as you walk through a part of rural Spain that seems to be caught in a time warp!

  • Day
    03

    Portomarin – Palas de Rei (26km +450m)

    Pine forests, corn fields, meadows and leafy green woodland accompanies you on this stretch of the Camino. You will also cross a number of small villages full of rural character, with ancient stone built houses in age old villages that reflect the simpler pace of life of a bygone era.

  • Day
    04

    Palas de Rei – Arzua (29km +150m)

    Today you will cross several beautiful river valleys as you follow secluded pathways through mature woodland. The area is full of medieval castles as well as Romanesque churches and ancient settlements.

  • Day
    05

    Arzua - Rua (17km +160m)

    This part of the Camino weaves its way towards Santiago through undulating fields and tiny villages, each one a hidden gem with stone built houses, narrow streets and seemingly standing still in time. You can breathe the history along the way and can only imagine how many thousands of people over the centuries have shaped this legendary route.

  • Day
    06

    Rua – Santiago de Compostela (23km +120m)

    Time to relish the last remaining kilometers of your adventure. Today the Camino leads you into the very heart of the unique city of pilgrims, Santiago de Compostela, into the Plaza de Obradoiro overlooking the cathedral built in honour of Saint James. A city shrouded in centuries of legends, you will arrive elated to the echoes of the pilgrims who have gone before you! This is a truly spiritual and uplifting experience! With a buzz of satisfaction and a smile on your face you will arrive with enough time to get your “Compostelana” or Pilgrim’s Passport. This singular city offers many important landmarks for you to enjoy, every corner imbued with history and atmosphere. You won’t want to say goodbye!

  • Day
    07

    Rest day in Santiago de Compostela

    One last day to rest and enjoy the history and culture of this fabulous city

  • Day
    08

    Return or extra nights in Santiago

    Departure or why not linger in Santiago a few days to further explore. Consider including Tour Option as outlined in the "More Info" section to Camino Finisterre!

Cost Includes

  • 7 nights’ accommodation in twin or single rooms with own bathroom
  • 7 breakfasts and 5 dinners
  • Pilgrim’s passport
  • Luggage transfers between hotels (one item of luggage per person up to 20kg )
  • Detailed maps
  • Itinerary description, full of advice, recommendations, suggestion and important information about your accommodation.
  • GPS tracks and navigation app for your phone
  • Emergency support
  • Activity insurance

Cost Excludes

  • Transfer from Santiago airport to starting point in Sarria

Route Region

Dates and Pricing

Travel Season: Daily arrival from April 1 to October 31

Price per Person in euros- all prices subject to confirmation on booking.

Double Occupancy B&B€750
Single Supplement€235
Solo Traveler SupplementContact us
Extra luggage item€40
Transfer at the beginning from Santiago airport – Sarria for 1-4 persons€155
Extra Nights Santiago Double Occupancy B&BOn request
Extra Nights Santiago Single Occupancy B&BOn request

An extra fee may be applicable in specific dates coinciding with bank holidays, local holidays or other events taking place.

Accommodation:

Five small hotels in the Camino itself of 2* and 3* standard. In Santiago two nights in centrally located small hotel.

More Info

Technical Characteristics:
Tour Profile: Moderate. Undulating/hilly terrain with perhaps three ascents per day.
Distance: 118 km

Tour Extention Options:

The Camino Finisterre is an amazing 96 kilometres extension to your Camino de Santiago, takes only an additional five days to complete the pilgrimage to the medieval “end of the world.” Because Finisterre was considered to be the end of the known world in the Middle Ages and it held special spiritual and physical significance which seems to survive to this day...

Itinerary and pricing available on request.

6 days/5 nights Finisterre Extension:

  • Day 1: Santiago de Compostela – Negreira 22.4 km
  • Day 2: Negreira – Santa Marina 18 km
  • Day 3: Santa Marina – Olveiroa 15 km
  • Day 4: Olveiroa – Ces 20 km
  • Day 5: Ces – Finisterre 21 km
  • Day 6: Return

This is a Partner Tour

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