For over a millennium, the legendary Camino de Santiago has captivated millions. We’ve whipped up this self-guided week-long tour along the last 70 miles (113.5 km) to the City of the Apostle that’s not only hassle-free but also all about living it up in maximum comfort! Imagine traversing rolling hills adorned with fields, vineyards, and olive groves. Along the way, immerse yourself in the charm of medieval towns, offering an authentic glimpse into Spanish culture, away from the crowded tourist hubs. And after each day, you get to kick back in deluxe hotels and guesthouses—trust us, these are usually rare finds along the Camino! Elevate your Camino Frances adventure with a touch of luxury, become part of history, and get your pilgrim passport stamped—it’ll be an experience to cherish for years to come.
Get ready for a self-guided 8-day adventure along the final 70 miles (113 km) of Camino Frances, from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela. Delight in picturesque Spanish countryside, charming villages, and delectable local cuisine. Relax in deluxe accommodations each evening—a rare luxury along the Camino. With included breakfasts and dinners, luggage transfers, and 24/7 customer service, this hassle-free journey ensures maximum comfort as you leave your mark on this storied trail. Receive a pre-departure pack and walking notes to enhance your experience.
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*Please note that refrigerators are not guaranteed in the accommodations.
The most important thing about walking the Camino Santiago is that you enjoy the journey at your own pace. Whether you’re a very fast or a slow walker, we encourage you to enjoy the trail. Having said that, being in good walking shape is still required. On average, you’ll be doing 18.9 km a day (11.8 miles), with the average of 420 m of elevation gain (1,380 ft). You’ll also be carrying a daypack with things you might need on the trail. Don’t worry about the luggage, though, as they will be transferred to each accommodation!
Checkout the itinerary for day-by day distances, but you can expect 6 full days of hiking—the shortest walk is 14.3 km (8.9 miles), while the longest is 24.3 km (15 miles). The least you’ll ascend in a day is 268 m (880 ft), and the most you’ll gain in elevation is 593 m (1,945 ft).
In preparation for your luxury Camino Frances tour, we recommend going on regular hikes/long walks– including some uphills and downhills with a loaded backpack.
Self-guided tours are perfect for those who enjoy exploring on their own terms—at their own pace, and with the company they choose. By joining this self-guided luxury Camino tour, we take care of…
Rather than joining a guided group, you’ll navigate the tour yourself, using resources provided by the tour operator. For a hassle-free journey with everything arranged for you in advance, there’s no better option!
As a self-guided tour is built around your preferred travel dates, your guide will take care of arranging accommodations and details after you book. Note that exact accommodations and dates might shift slightly, so don’t make any travel arrangements until the details of your adventure are confirmed.
Here’s a list of clothing we recommend bringing:
Here’s a list of other equipment we suggest you bring:
We recommend packing for the season, which means that your packing list may vary quite a bit depending on the month you choose to go on this luxury Camino de Santiago tour. Also, you should be prepared for unseasonal weather conditions (unexpectedly warm/rainy or hot/cold weather). Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
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Before the tour, you will be sent a pre-departure pack by post (alternatively, you’ll pick it up at your first accommodation). The pack contains your pilgrim passport, luggage tag, route notes or guidebook if you’ve requested a hard copy. In case there are certain complications with receiving the pre-departure pack, it will wait for you at your first accommodation.
You’ll have to download the walking notes yourself. The walking notes are here to assist you. Although the Camino is pretty well-marked and you only need to follow the yellow arrows, there are sometimes variations on the routes or some of them are more difficult to follow than the others. We recommend that you always familiarize yourself with the daily journey ahead. You’ll also download the vouchers yourself. These vouchers contain all the information about your confirmed accommodation—there will be an address, their phone number, any special instructions on how to get there, and a small map.
You will find a 24/7 support phone number on the bottom of each voucher. Keep in mind that there’s no need to print out the vouchers, as your reservations will be confirmed.
Pricing is based on double occupancy. Still, a solo traveler can certainly sign up, but please note there will be an additional single supplement fee.
Accommodation during your self-guided luxury Camino Frances tour is based on a number of criteria, including location, comfort, services, and character. Though accommodation on the Camino is limited, since this is a luxury version of Camino de Santiago walking tour, you can expect the highest quality possible, Expect 4-star hotels and high-quality guesthouses if hotel accommodation is not available at a particular destination. Exceptions may be made.
In case your accommodation is located outside the town, you’ll need to check your vouchers for specific instructions on how to get to your accommodation. Most likely the accommodation will organize a taxi transfer or they will pick you up themselves. All the necessary information will be on the vouchers, which is why it’s important to check them every morning so you can plan ahead.
Pricing is based on double occupancy. Still, a solo traveler can certainly sign up, but please note there will be an additional single supplement fee.
The luggage transfer is limited to 1 bag per person with a maximum weight of 15 kg per bag. Additional bags can be transferred for an extra €10 per bag per transfer. Please note that boots or smaller bags attached to the main bag count as an extra bag and will be charged accordingly.
If you’re moving to a different accommodation, we ask you to have the luggage ready by 8 am at the reception. Make sure to use your luggage tags—ideally, write your trip reference and your mobile phone number if you wish. Your luggage should be at the next hotel by 6 pm max.
Group sizes and prices:
Min. age requirements:
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The price for this tou is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. You can add it to your booking at checkout.
Solo travelers are welcome to join, but a single occupancy room surcharge is mandatory—you’ll be able tell us if you’re signing up solo at checkout.
This self-guided luxury Camino Frances tour starts in Sarria, Spain. To get there, most people fly into Santiago–Rosalía de Castro Airport (SCQ). Airport transfer to Sarria is included in the price of the tour. Once you get to Sarria, check into your hotel.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.
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A non-refundable 30% deposit to secure your place is due upon booking. The remaining amount is paid 2 months (60 days) prior to departure. Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancellation policy stated below applies.
Client can transfer their booking to a person who satisfies all the requirements, having first given the Guide reasonable notice in writing to do so before the departure date (such notice must be given more than 21 days prior to the date of departure). Client who transfers the Booking shall be jointly and severally liable with the transferee to the Guide for the payment of any balance due in respect of the holiday and for a substitution fee of €30.00 per person substituted, subject to a maximum of €120.00 per booking (or such other greater sum as may be authorized).
Please note that booking fees are non-refundable in all cases and will be deducted from the refund amount.
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Wonderful Camino walk with excellent accommodations. The best were hotel Ferromenteiro in Portomarin and the Boutique in Arzua. Having the van take our bags from town to town was extremely helpful in completing the daily walks.