Gastronomic French Camino - Last 100 km of the French Way

Duration:

12 Days / 11 Nights

Distance:

100 km / 62.1 mi

Difficulty:

Medium

Start / End

León - Santiago

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Last 100 km of the French Way from Leon to Santiago

You will experience why the Ribeira Sacra is a paradise for the senses! This region located on the banks of the Sil and Miño rivers has an abundance of Romanesque monuments and ancient vineyards.
You will enjoy a marvelous gastronomic and wine experience where you can discover the exquisite flavors that the regions of Castilla y León, El Bierzo and Galicia have to offer. After our arrival in Santiago we will have an exclusive visit to Finisterre where we will eat a spectacular seafood lunch with the best local products.

You will walk the last 100 km of the French Way to obtain the Compostela!

Trip Insurance

Insurance Included
Our insurance offers you and us peace of mind. You will be covered during your stay so that if anything physical happens during this trip, you're taken care of in Spain.

We're happy to send you more information regarding coverage here

Meals
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All breakfasts and dinners are included in our Camino VIP tour. We have carefully selected the included meals so you can have a taste of the most typical, most delicious, local cuisine. Most lunches are not included, so depending on your tastes and preferences, you have the opportunity to experiment and choose on your own. You can stop and eat something along the way or at the end of the daily stage. There are plenty of options along the way.
Vegetarians, vegans, or those with a special diet (eg. gluten-free) can always find suitable options. Just let us know beforehand and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.

Accommodation
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All of our accommodations are hand-picked to give you the best possible experience. The first night you will stay in León.
Along the way we stay in charming Galician manors, usually in rural areas, that used to be the homes of important people in the community in the past such as kings or noblemen. They form part of the cultural experience. Usually they are located in privileged areas surrounded with green, peaceful scenery.
For our last two nights in Santiago we will stay in a prestigious Parador. Here you will find a fusion of the tranquility and peace with all the comforts of a 5-star hotel and prime location. All of our accommodations have ensuite bathrooms.
We know all the owners personally, and you can be sure you will receive the personalized attention and service you deserve. A truly VIP Camino de Santiago Tour.

Walking
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You walk the 100 kilometers at your own pace. It is a Camino de Santiago VIP Tour, but you do all the walking! There is no one you have to follow or walk with. We have meeting points along the way where our support vehicle will be waiting with snacks, fruit and water and to make sure everything is OK. We also offer assistance  for any unexpected circumstances or simply to relieve muscular pain or cure blisters. We start walking at around 9 am and finish our daily walk just in time for lunch. We meet at the end of the stage to eat, have a drink and relax.

If you do not want to keep walking for any reason, you can hop on the support vehicle or be taken back to the hotel. You mustn't worry about getting lost as the yellow arrows always show the way. Moreover, on the Camino you are never alone. After the daily walk, and after we’ve all had lunch we will head back to the hotel where we can shower, freshen up and have a much-deserved rest.

Before and After
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Before: We meet in the city of León on the first day. It takes about two hours on the high-speed train from Madrid, where most international flights land. You can check timetables and prices online at www.renfe.com. The ticket can be bought directly online, or at the station if you come 45 minutes before the departure time. We can make the reservations for you at your request. There are also flights to León from Spain’s main cities, like Madrid and Barcelona.

After: Our tour ends in Santiago de Compostela on the last day at around 1:00 pm. Transportation back to Madrid is NOT included.
We offer optional add-on activities once it is finished like culinary activities in Santiago, and tours through other parts of Galicia.
You can join one of our activities, stay in Santiago on your own, or leave on the last day of the tour.

You can fly or take the train back to Madrid or elsewhere. The flight Santiago-Madrid is 1 hour, and the train trip is 6-10 hours long. There are plenty of short flights throughout the day to Madrid and Barcelona. You can book online or through your travel agency. We would be happy to make recommendations.

Trip Insurance

Meals
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Accommodation
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Walking
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Before and After
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Our Love is in the Details

Private Support Vehicle

Experience comfort with our dedicated Camino support vehicle. Our equipped van is stocked with essentials like first aid, snacks, and water. It's your safety net for unexpected situations or when you need a break. Whether you're tired, want to switch shoes, or simply take a pause, our vehicle is at your service.

Our Guides like Family

Meet our exceptional Camino guides—knowledgeable and fellow pilgrims! Your guide is your Camino companion, bringing laughter, stories, and encouragement. They're here to heal blisters, offer advice, and help you discover the Camino in your own way.

Insurance got you Covered

We've got your back... and your feet! All of our tours include travel insurance, which will be very useful in case you have an emergency during your Camino. Rest easy with included travel insurance for Camino emergencies.

Incomparable Pilgrim's Kit

Embark prepared with our packing list and our Pilgrim’s Kit (Click here to view). This kit features essentials: Your Pilgrim's Passport, the iconic shell, a Marly Camino program with reflections, a waterproof Route Map, pouch, notebook, snacks, and more! Your Camino journey starts here.

Dates & Price 2025:

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Single Supplement + €

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The price includes:

Private Support Vehicle
English-speaking guide assistance
All transfers
All breakfasts, drinks and snacks
Carefully selected en-suite accommodation
Informational program and route map
Travel insurance for the entire tour
Pilgrims' Kit: small backpack filled with things that will come in handy on your Camino
Photos of your Camino
Welcome cocktail in León
All Dinners
Two lunches in the Ribeira Sacra
One lunch in a beautiful vineyard
1 Picnic
Guided visit in León
Visits to vineyards in the Ribeira Sacra and El Bierzo
Guided visit in the Ribeira Sacra
Private cruise along the Miño and Sil rivers
Guided visits in Santo Estevo de Ribas de Sil and Santa Cristina de Ribas de Sil
Visit and pottery workshop at the Rectoral de Gundivós
Pilgrims' Mass in Santiago with Botafumeiro ceremony (under availability)
Guided visit in Santiago including the Cathedral's majestic Portico of Glory
Full-day trip to Finisterre with lunch
Value Added Tax (VAT)
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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Meet in León.
Guided visit in the city

Our meeting point will be in the beautiful city of León at the Hotel at 4:00 pm. We will enjoy a guided visit through this beautiful city, after which we will return to the accommodation for a welcome cocktail followed by a wonderful dinner where we will sample some of Leon's wonderful culinary delicacies.

Night at the Parador in León

Day 2

Day of visits in El Bierzo
Light walking

We head from León toward the region of "El Bierzo" stopping at the historic "Puente de Orbigo" bridge & the beautiful city of Astorga. We visit historic places such as Rabanal del Camino, Foncebadón, and the famous "Cruz de Ferro" (Iron Cross). We will meet a real Templar Knight at the Pilgrim's hostel in Manjarín. We will then enjoy lunch in Molinaseca to sample the local flavors enjoying a private wine-tasting in an eco-vineyard specializing in the Mencia and Godello varieties.

Night in Villafranca del Bierzo

Day 3

Experiences in the Ribeira Sacra
Light walking

We now head to the Ribeira Sacra, right in the heart of Galicia. This place is a true treasure, where we will be able to feel the magic and history of a region that has been amazing humanity since Roman times. We will do a light walk along the Winter Camino before boarding our boat for a private cruise on the Miño River that will take us to a lovely vineyard where we will have lunch right on the banks of the river. We will cap off the day by sampling great wines at a lookout point with the breathtaking views.

Night in the Ribeira Sacra

Day 4

Experiences in the Ribeira Sacra
Light walking

We will start our day with a walk in an oak forest. We will admire the region's Romanesque jewels like: Santo Estevo de Ribas de Sil y Santa Cristina de Ribas de Sil. We will stop at a lookout point to enjoy the beautiful views of the Sil Canyon and its vineyards, and of course, we will be sampling delicious wines at a renowned local wine cellar. After an exquisite lunch, we will go meet a local artisan who will share with us his centuries-old pottery techniques.

Night in the Ribeira Sacra

Day 5

Sarria (Barbadelo)- Portomarín
18.7 km / 11.6 mi

It's a wonderful day. We start our Camino! As we walk this stage, we will come across many little towns and villages like Barbadelo, Ferreiros, Vilachá, and Portomarín. We will be able to see essential monuments such as: The Church of "Santiago de Barbadelo", the Romanesque portico at the Church of Ferreiros, and the fortified church of St. Nicholas in Portomarín.

Night in Sarria.

Day 6

Portomarín - Palas de Rei
24.3 km / 15 mi

We will have the opportunity to see some gorgeous oak and eucalyptus forests while passing through the charming villages of Gonzar, Ventas de Narón, Ligonde and the lovely town of Airexe. We head towards Palas de Rei.

Night in Palas de Rei

Day 7

Palas de Rei - Boente
20.7 km / 12.9 mi

We will see the Romanesque portico of San Tirso's church. Our next destination is Palas de Rei. We will cross the border that divides the provinces of Lugo and La Coruña. We will see the church of "La Virgen de las Nieves" in Furelos and the church of Sancti Spiritus. Do you like octopus? We will be able to sample some of it at a "Pulpería" in Melide, a town that is famous for its octopus. In Melide we will also be able to see the beautiful Church of Santa Maria.

Night in Arzúa

Day 8

Boente - Salceda
19.5 km / 12.1 mi

We head to Boente, home of the spectacular church of Santiago. We will continue through the lovely towns of Arzúa, Ribadiso, and Castañeda, all of these towns are very closely linked to the Camino's history. In Arzúa, we can see the chapel of "La Magdalena." We will also enjoy some of Arzúa's delicious cheese, which was given Denomination of Origin. We will continue our walk to Salceda, passing by the town of Calzada.

Night in Arzúa.

Day 9

Salceda - Monte do Gozo
22.9 km / 14.2 mi

We will start our walk in the beautiful villages of A Brea and A Rua. We will have the opportunity to see the hermitage of St. Irene. We head to the town of Lavacolla, known for being the town where the ancient purification ritual needed to arrive in Santiago was performed. We end at one of the Camino's most emblematic places: Monte do Gozo (Mount of Joy) and enjoy a marvelous view of Santiago.

Night in Lavacolla.

Day 10

Monte do Gozo - Santiago de Compostela
4.8 km / 2.9 mi

The day has arrived! Our journey's most exciting day!
We will walk to our final destination: Santiago's Cathedral. We are scheduled to arrive before 12:00 pm. If you wish to attend the pilgrim’s mass and perform any pilgrim rituals like hugging the Apostle Santiago, you are welcome to do so. After that, we will have a wonderful surprise.

Night in Santiago de Compostela

Day 11

Day in Finisterre
Light walking

We will go on a tour to Finisterre. Pilgrims have ended their Camino de Santiago at this town's famous lighthouse for centuries, where in ancient times the Non Plus Ultra gate was believed to mark the end of the known world.

Night in Santiago de Compostela

Day 12

Day in Santiago
Light city walking

In the morning, we will have a guided visit by with an expert along the old city to understand the history of Santiago and the pilgrimages.

To celebrate our incredible pilgrimage we will have an exclusive tasting of traditional Galician products, you will get to know the origin of each product and plate in a delightful environment full of traditions and modernity.

Your Camino through life begins!

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