The full pilgrimage from France to Santiago takes 33 days of walking 15 miles daily! But not everyone has that much time at their disposal nor the physical ability to walk that much, so breaking it into segments is a great solution. First-time pilgrims can select one of our Classic Guided trips of one to two weeks along the French Way, beginning in León or Sarria to a thrilling and fulfilling finish at the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. If you get hooked on the Camino like we have, you’ll want to come back to do one of the other two main segments: the Pyrenees to Burgos, and Burgos to León. Or try the Coastal Portuguese route for a less demanding but breathtakingly beautiful beachside pilgrimage.
The Classic Guided Walk
Camino Francés de Santiago
León (or Sarria) to Santiago de Compostela
From León:14 nights, 11 walking days, 176 km. Moderately challenging terrain. Starting at the stunning Cathedral of León, passing through the famous Bierzo wine district, ascending to the ancient hamlet of O Cebreiro, gateway to Galicia, and on to Santiago.
From Sarria: 8 nights, 6 walking days 102km. Relatively easy.
This is the classic itinerary for first-time Camino pilgrims. Comfortable accommodations in small hotels. inns, and the occasional monastery, as well as certain ground transportation between León (or Sarria) and Santiago included. Also includes daily bag transfer during the walking days. Most meals, airfare and transportation to León or Sarria and from Santiago are NOT included.
Minimum 5; maximum 8 persons.
Spring and fall departures available.
Journey’s End: the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
Camino Portugués por la Costa
The Slow and Easy Way: Porto to Santiago. Along the Atlantic Coast
Camino Portugués de la Costa