Follow in the footsteps of countless pilgrims, walking the legendary Camino Frances (French Way) from Leon to Santiago de Compostela. The traditional route on the Camino de Santiago is a rite of passage, passing through sprawling, rural landscapes and historic towns. Lay a stone for luck at the Cruz de Ferro, pass the famous 100-kilometre mark at Ferreiros and watch as the Catedral de Santiago rises from the distance on our walking tour that ticks off the best bits of the Camino. Cruz de Ferro - See the famous Iron Cross at the highest point of the Camino. O Cebreiro - Explore the charming mountain village with stone houses and picturesque valley views. Santiago De Compostela - Finish up in the historic town, mix with other pilgrims and feel a real sense of comradery.
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General information
Tour ID124438
Tour length12days
LanguageEnglish
Group size16
Age range16 - 85
Operated by
Explore!
Starting point
Av de la Hispanidad, s/n, 28042 Madrid, Spain
Madrid Airport, Arrivals Terminal 1
11:00
End point
Rosa Rosae, A Rosa, 7, Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña 15701, Spain
Rosa Rosae, Hotel reception
09:00
Itinerary
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Day 1: Join trip in Madrid
Day 2: Walking tour of Leon
Day 3: Walk from Hospital de Orbigo to Astorga
Day 4: Ascend to the Iron Cross (1,482 m) descend to Molinaseca
Day 5: Walk to the pretty mountain village of O Cebreiro
Day 6: Pass the famous 100 km landmark
Day 7: Descend to Palas de Rei
Day 8: Hike through rural Galicia cross the medieval bridge near Melide
Day 9: Walk through local villages en route to El Amenal
Day 10: Arrive in Santiago de Compostela
Day 11: Morning guided walking tour of Santiago free afternoon