CAMINO DE SANTIAGO- GROUP TRIP (The last 115KM)

CAMINO DE SANTIAGO- GROUP TRIP (The last 115KM) From £495.00


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Start City          Madrid

Finish City        Santiago

Length              9 Days / 8 Nights

Included           Travel between destinations, accommodation

Travel Dates   May 11th- 19th 2024

Tour Type        Guided Group Trip

Countries         Spain

Stops                Madrid, Sarria, Portomarin , Palas,   Melide ,  Arzua,  Santiago de Compostela

Head in the wild group CAMINO trip- 8 Nights

Join us on this group based trip taking on the last 115 kilometers from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela- One of the most popular sections of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. The last 100 kilometers of the Camino Francés is a beautiful and diverse stretch, taking walkers through picturesque landscapes, charming villages, and historical sites.

 11th May- 19th May 2024

*Price based on hostel accommodation*

BREAKDOWN OF THIS CAMINO GROUP TRIP

Madrid 0 Nights- Sarria 1 Night- Portomarin  1 Night- Palas de Rei 1 Night-  Melide 1 Night- Arzua 1 Night-  Pedrouzo – 1 Night – Santiago de Compostela  2 Nights

DAY 1: Arrive in Madrid and get train to Saria, which is the starting point for this camino group walk

DAY  2 : Walk the first leg of this journey to Portomarin (21.4km) & stay overnight in Portomarin

DAY  3 : Start the next trek of the journey from Portomarin- Palas de Rei & stay overnight in Palas de Rei (24.8km)

DAY  4: Starting in Palas de Rei, you will walk another (15km) to Melide & stay overnight in Melide

DAY  5: Make your way from Melide to Arzua (13Km) and stay overnight in Arzua

DAY  6: Continue your camino walk from Arzua – O Pedrouzo  (19km)

DAY  7: The last leg of your group camino trip will be from  O Pedrouzo – Santiago de Compostela (19.5km)

DAY  8: This will be the last day of your trip for some much earned down time as a group! 🙂

Day 9: Head to the airport

*Flights not included* Flights are to Madrid and home from Santiago

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  • Sarria
    Sarria is strategically located as the starting point for many pilgrims aiming to complete the last 100 kilometers of the Camino de Santiago. This distance is the minimum required to qualify for the Compostela, the certificate of completion issued in Santiago de Compostela. Sarria has a rich historical and cultural heritage. The town itself is characterized by charming medieval streets and historic buildings.

  • Portomarin
    Portomarín is a picturesque town in the province of Lugo, Galicia, Spain, and it is one of the notable stops along the Camino de Santiago. Portomarín is situated on the banks of the Miño River, in the northwestern part of Spain. Portomarín has a rich history that dates back to Roman times. The town was strategically located along the Roman road that connected Lugo and Astorga. The town is surrounded by lush greenery and offers a peaceful setting for pilgrims. The picturesque landscapes and historical sites make Portomarín a memorable stop on the Camino de Santiago.

  • Palas de Rei
    Palas de Rei is another charming town along the Camino de Santiago. The town has a history dating back to the Roman era, and evidence of Roman settlements can still be found in the surrounding area. One of the notable landmarks in Palas de Rei is the Church of San Tirso. This Romanesque church dates back to the 12th century and is dedicated to Saint Thyrsus, a martyr of the early Christian church. Palas de Rei is surrounded by the lush green landscapes typical of Galicia. The town itself has a mix of old and new, with traditional stone houses and more modern buildings.

  • Melide
    Melide is located in the central part of Galicia, approximately 53 kilometers (33 miles) from Santiago de Compostela. Melide was an important crossroads during the medieval period, and it played a role in facilitating trade and cultural exchange. Melide is particularly famous for its gastronomy, and it is considered a culinary highlight along the Camino de Santiago. Melide is a key point where various Camino routes converge. Pilgrims on the Camino Francés may find themselves crossing paths with those on the Camino Primitivo, another popular route.

  • Arzua
    Pilgrims on the Camino Francés often reach Arzúa after walking through various towns and landscapes, and it marks one of the final stages of their journey before reaching the ultimate destination of Santiago. Arzúa is famous for its cheese, particularly the Arzúa-Ulloa cheese.

  • Pedrouzo
    Pedrouzo, also known as O Pedrouzo, is situated in the province of A Coruña in the autonomous community of Galicia. Pedrouzo is situated relatively close to Santiago de Compostela, you will spend you last night here before making the final push to reach the cathedral.

  • Santiago de Compostela
    The stretch from Pedrouzo to Santiago de Compostela is one of the final and most significant parts of the Camino. Pilgrims often experience a range of emotions as they approach the cathedral, reflecting on their journey and the personal significance of reaching their destination. As pilgrims approach Santiago de Compostela, there is a palpable sense of anticipation and excitement. The final kilometers leading to the city are often marked by a mix of emotions.

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Included

All Rail transfers (from Madrid to Sarria.

Hostel Accommodation on the camino route

Interrailing App – See Tab

Dedicated Group WhatsApp prior to departure

Walking Leader

 

24hr Emergency Support

Financial Security & Protection via ABTOT

 

See Separate Tabs for full info…

 Also Included

Flexible Payments – Pay 25% Deposit & clear balance anytime up to 1 month before you depart

Professional Booking Support from our expert team

Experience unique locations & create travel memories you will never forget.

 

 Also Included

Optional extra- Baggage transfers can be added upon request

Your train tickets

We provide you with all necessary train tickets to cover all your rail journeys between each destination throughout your trip. Your tickets are used along with any compulsory seat reservations required for your trip.

Compulsory Reservations

We include all compulsory seat reservations required during your trip. This means no pre-booking or making arrangements before you go. Simply use your tickets alongside the reservation we provide you with. Your reservations will be added to your app for ease of access if they are required.

Ferries & Buses

Some of the trips include buses and/or ferries between cities. These will also be included as part of your Interrailing Package.

All our package prices are based on Youth Interrail Passes, so our clients who are over 26 years of age at the time of travel will be required to pay an extra £0.00 for an Adult Interrail Pass.

Accommodation Options

This group trip is based on hostel accommodations along the route of the camino.

 

Accomodation Partners

InterrailingPackages App

The InterrailingPackages App is our unique E-Travel Pack for your Interrailing adventure. We will create a personalised account on our app specifically for your trip where you will be able to access:

 

On the App…

Your full trip itinerary

Train details & Seat Reservations

Accommodation Booking Details & References

Directions to the accommodation from the train station

 

Once you have downloaded your app, it can be accessed both online & offline throughout your trip.

As well as the essentials above your E-Travel Pack also includes:

 

In addition to…

Electronic Guides for each city on your trip

Discounted Tours & Attractions.

Discounted City Sightseeing Bus Tours.

Free FairFx / Wise Travel Currency Cards.

Discounted Public Transport Cards.

Currency Guides to assist with money exchange.

Language Phrase Guides to help you speak like a local!

Optional Travel Insurance deals.

Lots of other travel information & help guides to assist you while on your adventure

24-Hour Emergency Contact

Miss a train? Got a problem? Fear not!! Each E-Travel Pack contains an emergency contact number enabling you to contact one of our team 24 hours a day 7 days a week. We are always at hand to ensure you are never alone and that any issues are resolved immediately. All our staff are fully trained and have immediate access to your trip itinerary so that you don’t spend too much time & money explaining who & where you are!!

The Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust Limited (ABTOT) provides financial protection under The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 for Interrailingpackages Ltd, and in the event of their insolvency, protection is provided for the following:

  1. non-flight packages.

ABTOT cover provides for a refund in the event you have not yet travelled or repatriation if you are abroad.  Please note that bookings made outside the EU are only protected by ABTOT when purchased directly with Interrailingpackages Ltd.

 

In the unlikely event that you require assistance whilst abroad due to our financial failure, please call our 24/7 helpline on 01702 811397 and advise you are a customer of an ABTOT protected travel company.

 

You can access the The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 here: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukdsi/2018/9780111168479/contents

Covid 19 Updates

Following the outbreak of Covid19 across Europe in 2020, Interrailingpackages added some additional provisions to ensure our clients are always kept safe:

 

  • New E-Ticket & App Services: Get ALL your train reservations, tour tickets & other travel information documents added to your Interrailing App account free of charge so they can be accessed at the touch of your thumb and with little or physical contact.

 

  • Mobile Interrail Pass: From January 2021, you will be able to get your Interrail pass sent directly to your mobile phone meaning for the first time your Interrail adventure can be totally ticketless!

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