Itinerary
Welcome to the Spain. It belongs to the comarca of Sarria. Sarria is the most populous town on the French Way in Galicia, with 13700 inhabitants and the major is Carmen Jose Lopez.It is the head of the region and most popular starting point. On arrival, private transfer by a car, check in to hotel and feel free to rest.
Overnight at Sarria.
After your night in Sarria, expect a calm walk through pretty villages and peaceful hamlets under the shade of oak trees and along quiet country roads.You will spot many Galician traditional ‘hórreos’. Visit the beautiful Romanesque church in the village of Barbadelo. Your destination for the night is the town of Portomarin.
Overnight at Portomarin.
After your night in Portomarin, your Camino will cross the river Miño (Galicia’s longest river) and rise uphill steadily towards the Serra de Ligonde. You will pass nice hamlets such as Gonzar and Ventas de Narón. Stop to visit the Romanesque Church of Santa María in Castromaior and the Romanesque church in Eirexe.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner.
Ovenight at Palas de rei.
After your night in Palas de Rei, the Camino trail continues downhill, passing the village of Casanova and the delightful village of Leboreiro.You should take a break in the lively market town of Melide, where you should try octopus, Galicia’s most classic dish, in one of the many ‘pulperías’.Next is the pretty medieval hamlet of Ribadiso and finally the town of Arzúa (389m), famous for its local cheese. In Arzúa visit the churches of Santa María and A Magdalena.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Overnight at Arzua.
After your night in Arzúa, your Camino will take you through pretty woods, sleepy villages and across streams for most of the day. The chapel of Santa Irene, with its unique statue of Santiago, is worth a visit. The route, don’t miss the lovely hamlet of Rúa (310m) where you can choose to stay tonight and split this walking day.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Overnight at Amenal.
After breakfast your night in Amenal, your next point of interest is Lavacolla in the outskirts of Santiago, where pilgrims used to wash themselves in the river in preparation for their arrival in Santiago de Compostela. Rows of tall eucalyptus trees line your journey to Monte do Gozo and it is from here that will catch your first glimpse of the spires of the cathedral in Santiago. When you arrive in the city,explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site’s architecture and delight in the wonderful atmosphere of this spiritual and cultural city.
After visiting Santiago Cathedral and recovering from your walk, take time to explore this gem of a city, small and vibrant. In Santiago the Compostela you will find not only pilgrims but also locals and students, enjoying a few bites and socialising over a glass of wine in the many bars, restaurants and cosy cafes.
Meals: Dinner.
Overnight at Santiago De compostela.
Breakfast and check out of the hotel, transferred to the International Airport and get back for onward destination.
Inclusions
- 01 night in Sarria, Hotel Alfonso IX 4* or similar.
- 01 night in Portomarin, Hotel Vistalegre 2* or similar.
- 01 night in Palas de Rei, Casa Leopoldo 3* or similar.
- 01 night in Arzua, Hotel 1930 Boutique 3* or similar.
- 01 night in Amenal, Hotel Amenal 2* or similar in Pedrouza, Rúa or Lavacolla.
- 01 night in Santiago de Compostela, Parador de Santiago 5* or similar.
- Breakfast in all accomodations.
- Luggage transfer during stages (1 piece of 20 kg/pax).
- All transfers as per itinerary.
- Travel insurance (valid for the age group till 60 Yrs.)
Exclusions
- Entrances to monuments.
- Private transfer Santiago airport - Sarria.
- Private transfer Santiago city - Santiago aiport.
- Airfare.
- Visa.
- TCS & GST 5%
- Early Check in / Late Checkout subject to availability.
- Tips, drinks, personal expenses and any services not mentioned in the program.
- Surcharges will apply on hotel block out dates like Christmas, New Year & so on.
Payment Policy
- If booking is 30 days in advance from the travel date: Advance of 15% of the package cost required
- If booking is between 30 days to 15 days in advance from the travel date: Advance of 30% of the package cost is required
- If travel is within 15 days of the travel date: We will require 100% payment.
Cancellation Policy
- If booking is 15 days before the travel date: 100% refund for Domestic Packages.
- if booking is 30 days before the travel date: 100% refund for International Packages.
- Between 30 days to 15 date before the travel date 10% of the total cost will be deducted on International Packages.
- Between 15 days to 1 Day before the travel date: 100% cancellation on Domestic & International Packages.