2025 Self-Guided Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage

• The Camino de Santiago, also known as the Way of St. James, is a historic pilgrimage route – and designated UNESCO World Heritage Site – that leads to the shrine of the apostle Saint James the Great in the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Galicia, Spain. 
• This journey, rich in spiritual and cultural significance, has been walked by pilgrims for over a thousand years, offering breathtaking landscapes and a deep sense of camaraderie among travelers. 
• Our tour from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela covers the final 100 kilometers of this iconic path, providing an unforgettable experience of reflection, adventure, and discovery. 

DAY 1 - SEPTEMBER 27
Santiago de Compostela to Sarria

Shared transfer from Santiago de Compostela to Sarria. 

Once we arrive in Sarria, we will make our own way to the hotel.

• Accommodation: Hotel Villa de Sarria (or similar)

DAY 2 - SEPTEMBER 28
Sarria to Portomarin 

Expect a calm walk through pretty villages and peaceful hamlets under the shade of oak trees and along quiet country roads. Along the way, you will spot many Galician traditional hórreos (granaries). Visit the beautiful Romanesque church in the village of Barbadelo. 

Your destination for the night is the town of Portomarin.

• Luggage Transfer: Yes
• Walking Distance: 22 km
• Accommodation: Villajardin Portomarin (or similar)
• Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

DAY 3 - SEPTEMBER 29
Portomarin to Palais de Rei

Your Camino will cross the river Miño (Galicia's longest river) and rise uphill steadily towards the Serra de Ligonde. You will pass the hamlets of Gonzar and Ventas de Narón. Stop to visit the Romanesque Church of Santa María in Castromaior and the Romanesque church in Eirexe, with its portal featuring a sculpture of Daniel with animals, as well as Pilgrim Santiago.

• Luggage Transfer: Yes
• Walking Distance: 22 km
• Accommodation: Hotel Alda Palas de Reis (or similar)
• Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

DAY 4 - SEPTEMBER 30
Palais de Rei to Melide

The Camino trail continues downhill, passing the village of Casanova and the delightful village of Leboreiro. You will stay in the lively market town of Melide (454 m), where you should try octopus, Galicia's most classic dish, in one of the many pulperías.

• Luggage Transfer: Yes
• Walking Distance: 14 km
• Accommodation: Carlos 96 Melide (or similar)
• Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

DAY 5 - OCTOBER 1
Melide to Arzua

Leave the lively market town of Melide (454m) and continue along the marked Camino path through pretty woods, sleepy villages and across several streams. Follow a forest track bringing you to the village of Boente and the church of Santiago. Next is the pretty medieval hamlet of Ribadiso and finally, the town of Arzua (389 m), famous for its local cheese. In Arzua, visit the churches of Santa Maria and A Magdalena.

• Luggage Transfer: Yes
• Walking Distance: 14 km
• Accommodation: Hotel Arzua (or similar)
• Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

DAY 6 - OCTOBER 2
Arzua to Amenal

Your Camino will take you through pretty woods, sleepy villages and across streams for most of the day. The chapel of Santa Irene, with its unique statue of Santiago, is worth a visit. En-route, don't miss the lovely hamlet of Rúa (310 m). The rest of the route to Amenal is along a mix of good and calm country roads and forest tracks. 

• Luggage Transfer: Yes
• Walking Distance: 23 km
• Accommodation: Hotel Armenal (or similar)
• Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

DAY 7 - OCTOBER 3
Amenal to Santiago de Compostela

Your next point of interest is Lavacolla in the outskirts of Santiago, where pilgrims used to wash themselves in the river in preparation for their arrival in Santiago de Compostela. Rows of tall eucalyptus trees line your journey to Monte do Gozo (Mount of Joy 368 m) and it is from here that will catch your first glimpse of the spires of the cathedral in Santiago. 

When you arrive in the city (264 m, population 80,000), explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site's architecture and delight in the wonderful atmosphere of this spiritual and cultural city. With only 16.5 km to walk today, you should be in Santiago in time for the pilgrim mass (12 pm). 

After visiting Santiago Cathedral and recovering from your walk, take time to explore this gem of a city, small and vibrant. Its old town will enchant you. In Santiago the Compostela you will find not only pilgrims but also locals and students, enjoying a few bites and socializing over a glass of wine in the many bars, restaurants and cozy cafes.

• Luggage Transfer: Yes
• Walking Distance: 16.5 km
• Accommodation: Hospederia San Martin Pinario Santiago (or similar)
• Included Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8 - OCTOBER 4
Santiago de Compostela

Day at leisure to explore Santiago on our own or to take an optional city tour. 

• Accommodation: Hospederia San Martin Pinario Santiago (or similar)
• Included Meals: Breakfast

DAY 9 - OCTOBER 5
Santiago de Compostela

After breakfast, take a shared transfer to the train station to begin your journey home or onto your next adventure.