Camino de Santiago

Upon arrival in Madrid, we’ll all meet in the early afternoon and take a 4.5-hour train to Sarria, where the journey will officially begin. After time to settle into the hotel and rest, we’ll come together for our orientation meeting, where you’ll go over the details for the days ahead, including Camino logistics, pacing, luggage transfers, and pilgrim passports. We’ll then gather for our welcome dinner, a wonderful first introduction to Galicia and its rich food culture, before setting out on the trail tomorrow.

*You should arrive in Madrid before 11:00am. Otherwise, you can arrive the day before and we'll arrange a transfer and pre-trip accommodation for you.

After breakfast, we’ll set out on our first day of walking the Camino, stepping into the Galician countryside and beginning to find the rhythm of the trail. Today marks the start of the journey, and while we’ll begin together, each person will find her own pace along the way. The stage runs from Sarria to Portomarín, following shaded forest paths, quiet country lanes, and small villages where stone houses, timeworn churches, and garden plots sit close to the route. As we walk, we’ll pass through traditional Galician landscapes and gradually settle into the steady pace of the Camino. Throughout the day, we’ll move through a series of hamlets and village clusters, with simple cafés, fountains, and trail-side rest stops offering natural places to pause. This first stage is one of the most classic sections of the route, not only because of the scenery, but because it captures so much of what makes the Camino feel special: the shared path, the quiet movement, and the sense of walking through a landscape shaped by generations of pilgrims. By the end of the walk, we’ll arrive in Portomarín, a hilltop town beautifully located above the Miño River. We’ll meet at a central spot, where you can have a bite, a drink, or a coffee while the rest of the group arrives. Afterwards, we’ll transfer back to our lodging in Sarria for rest and a group dinner.

Walking distance: 22.4 km / 13.9 miles
Approximate walking time: 5.5 to 7 hours

After breakfast, we’ll transfer back to Portomarín to continue the Camino from where we left off. Today’s stage will take us through rolling countryside and open farmland, offering a quieter and more reflective walking experience. The route feels more spread out, with small hamlets, rural paths, and peaceful stretches that give you time to settle deeper into the rhythm of the walk. By the afternoon, we’ll arrive in the hamlet of A Brea, where we’ll meet at a local mesón while the rest of the group arrives. Afterwards we’ll transfer back to our lodging in Sarria for our last evening there and sit down together for a group dinner.

Walking distance: 25 km / 15.5 miles
Approximate walking time: 6 to 7.5 hours

After breakfast, we’ll transfer to A Brea to continue the Camino toward Melide. Today’s walk is a gentle and scenic stretch of the route, winding through peaceful Galician countryside, eucalyptus groves, farmland, and small rural hamlets. Along the way, we’ll cross old stone bridges and pass historic churches that speak to the deep pilgrim heritage of the region. By the afternoon we’ll arrive in Melide, one of the best-known food stops on this section of the Camino. The town is especially famous for pulpo a la gallega, or Galician octopus, a classic reward after a day on the trail. After check-in, there will be time to rest before we sit down together for a group dinner.

Walking distance: 14 km / 8.7 miles
Approximate walking time: 3 to 4 hours

From Melide we’ll continue on toward Arzúa through a landscape of forest tracks, grazing land, quiet country roads, and scattered farmsteads that give this stage a very Galician feel. The route feels more intimate and reflective today, weaving through eucalyptus forests and farmland, with frequent chances to stop for coffee or local treats along the way. With fewer miles to cover, the day has an easier feel, giving your feet and muscles a welcome break while still keeping you in the rhythm of the Camino. By the afternoon we’ll reach Arzúa, a lively town best known for its creamy local cheese, one of Galicia’s most loved specialties. We’ll meet at a group meeting point, where you may want to try the cheese before heading back to your lodging by van. This evening, you might choose to book a foot massage, do some laundry, journal, or simply rest before our group dinner.

Walking distance: 14 km / 8.7 miles
Approximate walking time: 3 to 4 hours

After breakfast we’ll make our way toward O Pedrouzo, following a steady stage of the Camino that alternates between forest tracks and small roadside villages. As we walk, the route begins to feel more connected to the final approach to Santiago, with more pilgrims on the trail and a growing sense that the end of the journey is getting close. There is a quiet sense of anticipation to this stage, as conversations naturally turn toward the final arrival ahead. By the time we reach O Pedrouzo, we’ll check in for one night in the village and have free time to rest, freshen up, and prepare for tomorrow’s walk into Santiago.

Walking distance: 19.1 km / 11.9 miles
Approximate walking time: 4.5 to 5.5 hours

At last, we’ll set out on the final stage into Santiago, the day every pilgrim has been walking toward. You’ll be able to start the morning at your own pace, taking in the final stretches of the Camino before the route gradually becomes busier. Along the way, you’ll begin seeing more pilgrims who have joined from other routes, from school groups and church groups to hikers who have been walking for several weeks. As we get closer to Santiago, there may be that first distant glimpse of the cathedral towers from the hills, a moment that makes the whole journey suddenly feel very real. From there we’ll continue toward the historic center, with the anticipation building as the final steps bring us closer to Obradoiro Square. When we arrive, the cathedral will rise in front of us and the emotion of completing the Camino will truly sink in. After taking it all in, a big celebratory early dinner will be waiting, well deserved after completing the route. We’ll then check into our final hotel in Santiago.

Walking distance: 22 km / 13.7 miles
Approximate walking time: 5.5 to 7 hours

After the excitement of arriving in Santiago, the morning will begin at a more relaxed pace, giving everyone time to rest, enjoy a later breakfast if you’d like, and take in the fact that you’ve completed the Camino. Late in the morning, we’ll head out for a guided walking tour of Santiago’s historic center, exploring its granite streets, elegant squares, and centuries-old buildings before visiting the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, the great destination that has drawn pilgrims here for generations. Today’s lunch will be a special Galician experience at a local specialty shop, with a gourmet seafood tin tasting, local cheeses, regional wines, and flavors from this part of Spain. Afterwards, the evening will be free to choose any suggestion or activity you haven’t had time for yet, browse the shops, wander the old town, or simply enjoy Santiago at your own pace.

For our final full day, we’ll head out from Santiago by private vehicle to the Atlantic coast. Our main destination will be Cape Finisterre, historically known as the “end of the world,” where the coastline opens wide and the Atlantic views stretch out in front of us. After everything that came before, it’s a very memorable place to stand. We’ll also explore part of the Costa da Morte, a dramatic stretch of coastline known for its fishing villages, ocean views, and rugged beauty, before enjoying a light lunch on the coast. By evening we’ll return to Santiago for our farewell dinner, a wonderful final meal together to celebrate the journey.

You will be picked up at the hotel by a private driver who will take you to the airport for your departing flight.