Full Spanish Camino

Full Spanish Camino

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Full Spanish Camino

36 Days Starting in St Jean Pied de Port, France and ending in Santiago de Compostela, Spain

Visiting: Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, Roncesvalles, Zubiri, Pamplona, Estella, Los Arcos, Logroño, Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Belorado, San Juan de Ortega, Burgos, Castrojeriz, Frómista, Carrión de los Condes, Carrion de los Condes, Sahagún, Mansilla de las Mulas, León, Leon, Astorga, Rabanal del Camino, Molinaseca, Villafranca del Bierzo, O Cebreiro, Samos, Sarria, Portomarin, Palas de Rei, Arzúa, Rúa, Santiago de Compostela

Tour operator:

UTracks

Tour code:

SC1

Group Type:

Independent

Guide Type:

Self Guided

Physical rating:

moderate

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural, History

Activities:

Sightseeing

From: $4705

NB: Prices correct on 13-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

Embark on "The Full Spanish Camino" and traverse the historic pilgrimage route from St Jean Pied de Port in France to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. This self-guided walking tour offers an immersive experience through stunning scenery, quaint mountain villages, and significant historical landmarks. Enjoy the camaraderie of fellow hikers and pilgrims as you journey through diverse landscapes, from the Pyrenees to the lush hills of Galicia. With 35 nights of accommodation in charming 2-3 star hotels, farmhouse B&Bs, and guesthouses, along with daily breakfasts and most dinners, you'll be well-supported throughout your adventure. Celebrate the ultimate satisfaction of completing the Camino upon your arrival in Santiago.

Highlights

  • Walk through stunning scenery, visiting mountain villages

  • Experience the history of the trail marked by crosses, statues and grain silos

  • Enjoying the camaraderie of fellow hikers and pilgrims

  • Arrival into Santiago and experience the satisfaction of reaching the end of the 'Camino'

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival In Saint-Jean-Pied-De-Port (France)

Location: Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Make your own way to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, the capital of the Basse-Navarre and the Pays de Aze. It is also one of the three remaining French provinces of the old Kingdom of Navarre. There is time in the afternoon to take a stroll along the cobbled streets and up to the town lookout. You can also explore the many arts and craft shops. We recommend that you purchase supplies for lunch tomorrow as you will only pass one café/bar on the route. You should also collect your pilgrims stamp from the Pilgrim Office or Tourist Office.

Day 2 : Enter Spain, Cross 3 Passes To Roncesvalles (7Hrs, 22Km/13.7 Mi)

Location: Roncesvalles

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

The Camino begins with crossing the old roman bridge over the River Nive. Today is quite impressive as you climb towards the Franco-Spanish border. On the first section you will be hiking through pastoral lands with impressive views of the Pyrenees. You will cross three cols today, and this is quite an exposed stage so remember your hat, sunscreen and water. Arrive in Roncesvalles with its historic monastery.
We recommend an early start as today is quite long.

Day 3 : Through Typical Basque Country To Zubiri Or Akarreta (5 Or 6Hrs, 22 Or 27Km/13.7 Or 16.7Mi)

Location: Zubiri

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

The trail crosses undulating green hills and passes through typical Basque country villages. These villages are quite small, surrounded by cultivated fields, animal barns and meadows. You will walk through lovely wooded areas with beech, oak, maple, hazel and holly trees. Continue to Zubiri or, dependent on availability, further along the trail through the town of Larrasoana to Akerreta.

Day 4 : To Pamplona (3-4Hrs, 16Km/9.9Mi)

Location: Pamplona

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

There are a few ups and downs today however there is a shorter distance to cover. Pass through Zuriain then up the side of Mount Narval to reach the Santa Marina Hermitage in Arleta. From the old town of Buriin there is a steep descent into Villave. The route then connects to Burlada and leads you to the final climb into Pamplona – a wonderful walk into this truly historic city. Dinner is not included tonight so you are free to sample the local pinxtos (tapas).

Day 5 : To Puente La Reina (6Hrs, 22Km/13.7Mi)

Location: Pamplona

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Leaving Pamplona you make your way to the Jacobite city of Puente la Reina, a city of museums. From the main square you will be able to see the Camino signs to navigate your way out of the city. The route takes you from the old town to walk through parks in the modern part of the city before the landscape opens out. You can take a short detour that will allow you to view the octagonal chapel of Eucate, one of the Roman jewels of the trail of Aragon. A steep climb passing the wind farms of Zariquiegui takes you out of the Pamplona basin. You will then descend to your hotel in Puente la Reina.

Day 6 : To Estella (5Hrs, 21Km/13Mi)

Location: Estella

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

On this stage you will walk through countryside with olive, almond and oak trees. The route follows the banks of the Arga River and you can see the township of Bargota which was inhabited until the 11th Century by the Knights Templar and later, the Hospital of St John. From here you follow a sheltered path to Maneur through an agricultural landscape of crop fields, vineyards and wooded areas before arriving in Estella.

Day 7 : To Los Arcos (5Hrs, 22Km/13.7Mi)

Location: Los Arcos

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This stage allows a detour to discover the imposing Irache Monastery and its ‘wine fountain’ – choose to fill your water bottles with either wine or water! Today’s walk is mainly through open fields, you will not pass through any villages before reaching Los Arcos early in the afternoon. This is a very small town with a couple of cafes/bars.

Day 8 : To Logroño (7Hrs, 27Km/16.8Mi)

Location: Logroño

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today you'll pass many places of historic interest as you walk from Navarre to the well-known wine centre of Rioja. Not far into the walk you will reach the village of Sansol, where you can stop to buy some refreshments or lunch, before crossing the San Pedro River and continuing through farmlands and onto Logroño. To enter Logrono you will walk around the town before descending to the stone bridge which leads the way into the centre. Logroño is in the centre of the Rioja wine region. It is a beautiful city with a lively tapas district. Logroño has an annual wine harvest festival, celebrations last all week and the main event coincides with the feast of San Mateo (St Matthew) on 21 September.
Distance 28km/17.4mi
It's possible to shorten this stage and stay overnight in Viana, continuing to Logroño the following day. Supplement applies, ask your consultant. Must be requested at time of booking. Walking is approx 19km/11.8mi and 10km/6.2mi. the following day.

Day 9 : Walk To Najera (7-8Hrs, 30Km/18.6Mi)

Location: Logroño

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today you will start your walk on the historic Rúa Vieja road out of Logroño, and continue through the park of La Grajera to the village of Naverrete and the ruins of the 12th century San Juan de Acre pilgrim hospital. The route then takes you via the Monte de San Antón to Nájera.

Day 10 : Continue To Santo Domingo De La Calzada (5-6Hrs, 21Km/13Mi)

Location: Santo Domingo de la Calzada

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

From the Monastery of Santa Maria la Real, the trail continues to the hilltop town of Azofra, in the centre of the Cañas valley. After this it is an easy walk to the historic town of Santo Domingo de la Calzada, where you can learn about the legend of the rooster and the hen.

Day 11 : Walk To Belorado (5-6Hrs, 21Km/13.2Mi)

Location: Belorado

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This stage of the walk is on fairly flat terrain. Grañón, Redecilla del Camino and Castildelgado are just a few of the villages you will find along the way to Belorado.

Day 12 : To San Juan De Ortega (8-9Hrs, 27Km/16.7Mi)

Location: San Juan de Ortega

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today's walk is long and requires a considerable ascent to the Montes de Oca, but once there you will enjoy unbeatable views. Walk to San Juan de Ortega where you stay tonight. At times (subject to availability) overnight is at Atapuerca (30km/18.75mi).

Day 13 : Continue To Burgos (4.5-5.5Hrs, 23Km/14.3Mi)

Location: Burgos

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

From San Juan de Ortega or Atapuerca you will pass through a series of villages to reach Burgos, with its impressive Gothic cathedral and the Monastery of Las Huelgas. The usual accommodation is in a central hotel just a stone's throw from Burgos' many attractions. From Atapuerca, the distance is 20k/12.5mi).

Day 14 : Walk From Burgos To Hornillos, Transfer To Isar (6Hrs, 21Km/13Mi)

Location: Burgos

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

The next stage of the Camino takes you from Burgos to the rural Meseta landscape, through fields of wheat, barley and oats to Hornillos. In the afternoon, a short 2km
transfer (included) will take you to your overnight accommodation in Isar, or alternatively you can walk to Isar.

Day 15 : Transfer To Hornillos, Walk To Castrojeriz (5Hrs, 20Km/12.4Mi)

Location: Castrojeriz

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

A morning transfer (included) will take you back to Hornillos to continue your Camino - alternatively you can walk 2km. Today the walk leads you through wheat fields as far as Hontanas. On the way, you will pass the Convent of San Antón. Just under 5km along a flat stretch will see you arriving at the pretty village of Castrojeriz.

Day 16 : Walk To Fromista (8Hrs, 27Km/16.8Mi)

Location: Frómista

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

On leaving Castrojeriz the path leads you uphill to the Alto de Mostelares, from where you will descend towards the river Piserga. The last part of today's walk is along the Canal de Castilla into the historic town of Frómista.

Day 17 : Continue To Carrion De Los Condes (5.5Hrs, 19Km/11.8Mi)

Location: Carrión de los Condes

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

The first part of this stage will lead you towards Villalcázar de Sirga and its beautiful 13th century church. Shortly afterwards you will reach Carrión de los Condes and its impressive collection of monuments.

Day 18 : Walk To Calzadilla De La Cueza (4.5Hrs, 16Km/9.9Mi)

Location: Carrion de los Condes

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This stage is short, so you can make the most of your time in Carrion de los Condes before starting your walk to the small village of Calzadilla de la Cueza.

Day 19 : Walk To Sahagún (6.5Hrs, 22Km/13.7Mi)

Location: Sahagún

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

From Calzadilla de la Cueza the first couple of kilometres are uphill. You will then walk through Lédigos, Terradillo de Templarios and Moratinos, before arriving at one of this journey's most interesting villages, Sahagún. The Church of San Lorenzo dating from the 12th and 13th centuries and built in the Mudéjar style is interesting.

Day 20 : Walk To El Burgo Ranero, Transfer To Sahagún (5.5Hrs, 18Km/11.2Mi)

Location: Sahagún

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

You will leave Sahagún by crossing the bridge over the river Cea. Once you arrive at Calzada del Coto, the Camino divides into two paths. Follow the path to the left through Bercianos del Camino to reach El Burgo Ranero (just off the main route). At 3pm you transfer back to Sahagún for overnight accommodation.

Day 21 : Transfer To El Burgo Ranero, Walk To Mansilla De Las Mulas (5.5Hrs, 19Km/11.8Mi)

Location: Mansilla de las Mulas

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

At 8:30am you have a transfer back to El Burgo Ranero. This stage leads you to Mansilla de las Mulas, not far from León. You will come across very few villages on today's walk. Mansilla is where the two branches of the walk reunite.

Day 22 : Walk To León (5Hrs, 18.6Km/11.5Mi)

Location: León

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Cross the bridge over the river Esla to leave Mansilla, and then the river Porma in Villarente. From the Alto del Portillo you will enjoy great views over the city of León, dominated by its cathedral. A short and steep descent will lead you into the city centre. Leon is one of the most historic towns of Old Castile, a large province bordered by Galicia, Asturias, Palencia and Zamora. There is evidence of Roman occupation as well as the Moors; however it was the Knights Templar who built the castles and fortifications in the Middle Ages. Ensure you take the time to visit the old city. One of Leon’s glories is without doubt the Cathedral. Constructed from the 13th Century for a period of 200 years the Collegiate Church of San Isidoro houses an impressive collection of early manuscripts. The Town Walls are of Roman and medieval construction. Overnight in Leon.

Day 23 : Continue To Villar De Mazarife (5-6Hrs, 22Km/13.7Mi)

Location: Leon

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Leaving Leon, the route will take you right through town until you reach Virgen del Camino, where legend states that the Virgin appeared in front of a shepherd in 1506 and asked him to build a shrine. This section is quite exposed as you cross the Paramo (desert). You will pass through some small villages before arriving in the village of Villadangos del Paramo. This town of Roman origin was the site of a battle that took place between the Queen Dona Urraca of Leon and her husband, Alfonso I of Aragon in the year 1111. Take a quiet walk around the streets and visit the Parish Church which contains an image of the Apostle Santiago from the 18th Century. Continue to Villar de Mazrife for overnight.
Note: you may choose to shorten the walk today by 9km by taking a bus from Plaza Santo Domingo to Virgen del Camino. Buses leave every 30minutes and the fare is around €1.

Day 24 : Walk Villar De Mazarife To Astorga, Home To Roman Mosaics (7-8Hrs, 30Km/18.75Mi)

Location: Astorga

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

The countryside becomes more agreeable as you make your way to Puente de Orbigo. As you progress, the landscape gradually changes with mountains appearing on the horizon. Walking across a fabulous stone bridge you will pass Le pont de Hospital de Orbigo, probably one of the most famous buildings along the way. You will walk by the Santo Toribio stone cross near San Justo de la Vega and will see Astorga in the distant valley. Astorga is at the crossroads of the Spanish Camino and the Roman Silver Road, and known for its medieval, walled Old Town. We recommend enjoying a late afternoon drink in the main square.

Day 25 : To Rabanal Del Camino, A Mountain Village (5-6Hrs, 19Km/11.8Mi)

Location: Rabanal del Camino

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

The walk today is a steady climb to Rabanal del Camino so we recommend that you start early to avoid the hottest part of the day. Walk through the village and follow the tree lined pavements before passing a poplar grove and the River Jerga, arriving at Murias de Rechivaldo. You will walk through the village of Santa Catalina de Somoza and on to El Ganso. The landscape will change to dense oak trees, heather and conifers as you ascend “los Montes de Leon”, before reaching Rabanal del Camino (1200m), a charming mountain village.

Day 26 : On To Molinaseca (6Hrs, 25Km/15.5Mi)

Location: Molinaseca

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Passing through broom, heather and other flora you will continue your ascent to the famous “Mount Irago”. By the mountain pass you will see the “Iron Cross” (1490m) and you will now be surrounded by mountains. The route continues downwards to Bierzo. Passing by a coniferous forest you will come to Cruz de Ferro and the Hermitage of Santiago. From Manjarin you will be able to see the valley floor and the Leon Mountains. A descent into the Ponferrada Valley passes the quaint village of Acebo, before you arrive into Molinaseca with its slate roofs and wooden balconies.

Day 27 : To Villafranca Del Bierzo Via Templar Castle (7Hrs, 30Km/18.6Mi)

Location: Villafranca del Bierzo

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today's terrain is relatively easy as you continue across the valley of Ponferrada. You will see the Templar castle before walking through a well-watered valley to Villafranca del Bierzo. The region of Bierzo is low lying with an agreeable climate, allowing the cultivation of many fruits and vegetables. It is also known for its wine.

Day 28 : The Last Stage In Castilla To O Cebreiro (8Hrs, 28Km/17.4Mi)

Location: O Cebreiro

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Your final day spent in the area of El Bierzo is one of the most beautiful and the most challenging. The route passes through woodlands of chestnuts, conifers, oaks, heather and bracken. You will pass through the narrow valley of the River Valcarce before tackling the challenging ascent of O Cebreiro (1300m), situated between the ranges of Los Ancares and La Sierra Do Courel.

Day 29 : To Samos (6-7Hrs, 30Km/18.6Mi)

Location: Samos

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

The day begins with an ascent through the pine covered slopes of Monte Poso e Areas before joining the trail in the direction of Linares. You will walk through forested areas before arriving at Padornelo, where you can fill your water bottles at the fountain. After the village of Fonfria the trail passes through birch forest and takes you to Biduedo, from where you descend to Triacastela. Continue to Samos, where you can visit the impressive monastery, one of the oldest in Spain.

Day 30 : To Sarria (3Hrs, 12Km/7.5Mi)

Location: Sarria

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

A shorter day today to allow you ample time to visit the monastery. Continue in the afternoon towards Sarria. You will not pass through any other villages so pack some snacks. Sarria is located on a hilltop with a river on either side affording you great views of the region.

Day 31 : Walk Through The Hills Of Galicia To Portomarin (6Hrs, 22Km/13.7Mi)

Location: Portomarin

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

We recommend before leaving town that you take the time to visit the Church of the Convent of La Magdalena. Over the “Meseta lucense”, the Lugo Plateau, you will pass through many hamlets dotted amongst cultivated land, grazing pastures and woodlands and view the first “horreos”, typical raised grain silos of the region. It's a relatively easy walk until your descent, crossing the Dam of Portomarin where you can see ruins of the ancient flooded village, and into the town for your accommodation.

Day 32 : Through The Brooms To Palas De Rei (6-7Hrs, 24Km/14.9Mi)

Location: Palas de Rei

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

The route takes you through the brooms which have a magnificent fragrance. Along the path you will pass charming hamlets and calvaries. Over this stage you will pass through Ventas de Naron where you can fill your water bottles, over the gentle Sierra de Ligonde, then downhill through Previsa, Lameiros and finally Ligonde. Here you will find a church dedicated to the apostle St James. Emperor Charles V stayed in Ligonde on the 24th of March 1520.

Day 33 : Leave Lugo Province To Enter La Coruña, On To Arzúa (8Hrs, 28Km/17.4Mi)

Location: Arzúa

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

The terrain becomes much easier today as you walk through the villages of Carballal, San Xuilan do Camino and Lebereiro and past Eucalyptus trees. There are many villages along the way to stop for lunch. Crossing over the River Seco on the Magdalena Bridge you will reach Furelos before continuing to Arzúa in the province of La Coruña.

Day 34 : Continue To Rúa Or Pedrouzo (5-6Hrs, 18Km/11.2Mi)

Location: Rúa

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today’s walk will bring you to the small town of Rua, which has a population of only 50 people. The walk today is lovely, as you pass large green fields and rural landscapes.

Day 35 : Arrive Santiago (5-6Hrs, 21Km/13Mi)

Location: Santiago de Compostela

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

The last day on the trail is always special. Today you will pass many ancient sites including monuments, chapels and bridges – all have a story to tell. Following country lanes and forest paths through increasingly populated countryside, continue downhill to the fabled Santiago de Compostela. There is plenty to see and do – or you can simply relax and celebrate the end of your journey. Dinner is not included tonight so you can try one of the many restaurants in town.

Day 36 : Trip Concludes Santiago De Compostela

Location: Santiago de Compostela

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Trip arrangements conclude after breakfast. If you'd like to stay longer in Santiago please ask for our rates. Also see below for details of a day trip excursion to Fisterra.

What's Included

  • Meals

    35 breakfasts and 32 dinners are included. Breakfasts are usually continental, inclusive of breads, cheese, ham, tea, coffee, and juices. Dinner will consist of 3 courses, usually starting with a salad, followed by a chicken, red meat, fish, or pasta dish, and finishing with dessert.

  • Accommodation

    35 nights in 2-3 star hotels, farmhouse B&Bs, and guesthouses on a twin share basis generally with private facilities. Occasionally, facilities may be shared with one or two other rooms.

  • Digital Information Pack

    A digital information pack with route notes, maps, and GPX files is provided.

  • Luggage Transfer

    Luggage transfer is included for 1 bag of 20kg max per person. Additional bags and excess weight will attract a surcharge.

  • Transfers

    Transfers as noted between Hornillos and Isar, Sahagun and El Burgo Ranero are included.

  • Pilgrim's Passport

    A Pilgrim's Passport is provided.

  • Emergency Hotline

    An emergency hotline is available.

What's Not Included

  • Travel to and from the Starting and Ending Points

    Travel to St Jean de Pied de Port and from Santiago de Compostela is not included.

  • Meals Not Listed

    Meals not listed as included, and drinks are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and is mandatory.

  • Guide

    A guide is not included as this is a self-guided walking trip.

  • Solo Traveler Supplement

    A supplement will apply if you are traveling solo or book a single room.

  • Entrance Fees

    Entrance fees not listed as included are excluded.

  • Transfers Not Listed

    Transfers not listed as included are excluded.

  • Transfers by Taxi or Public Transport

    Transfers by taxi or public transport if you need to skip a stage are not included.

  • Excess Luggage

    Excess luggage is not included.

  • Optional Upgrade

    Optional upgrade at Arzua (must be requested at time of booking) is not included.

  • Items of a Personal Nature

    Items of a personal nature are not included.

Grading

Daily walks are between 12-30km on well marked trails over diverse terrain – from relatively flat to mountainous. Some of the route is on paved surfaces – you should pay particular attention to your footwear to ensure that it is suitable to avoid blisters. This is a well worn path where route finding will be reasonably straightforward (refer below for further details on self guided adventures). The main areas to concentrate on route finding are arriving and leaving towns and cities. The accent is on keeping a steady pace to take in all of the attractions, with time to stop and take photos. You will need a good level of fitness to participate fully in this adventure. Taxi and bus services operate between towns in the event that you are unable to walk on a particular day.

What You Carry

As the walks are fully supported you only need to carry a daypack with your daily requirements including wet weather gear, lunch supplies, water bottle, warm top, phone etc.

Mode of Transport

Transfers are included between Hornillos and Isar, Sahagun and El Burgo Ranero. Travel to St Jean de Pied de Port and from Santiago de Compostela is also included.

Accommodation

Enjoy 35 nights in 2-3 star hotels, farmhouse B&Bs, and guesthouses on a twin share basis, generally with private facilities. Occasionally, facilities may be shared with one or two other rooms.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of meals are included during the tour?

    The tour includes 35 breakfasts and 32 dinners. Breakfasts are usually continental, inclusive of breads, cheese, ham, tea, coffee, and juices. Dinners will consist of three courses, usually starting with a salad, followed by a chicken, red meat, fish, or pasta dish, and finishing with a dessert.

  • What type of accommodation can I expect on this tour?

    You will stay for 35 nights in 2-3 star hotels, farmhouse B&Bs, and guesthouses on a twin share basis, generally with private facilities. Occasionally, facilities may be shared with one or two other rooms.

  • Is luggage transfer provided during the tour?

    Yes, luggage transfer is provided. Each person is allowed one bag with a maximum weight of 20kg. Additional bags and excess weight will attract a surcharge.

  • What kind of support is available in case of emergencies?

    An emergency hotline is available for support during the tour.

  • Do I need to arrange my own transportation to and from the tour starting and ending points?

    Yes, you need to arrange your own travel to St Jean de Pied de Port and from Santiago de Compostela.

  • Is this a guided tour?

    No, this is a self-guided walking trip. A digital information pack with route notes, maps, and GPX files will be provided.

  • Are there any additional costs if I am traveling solo?

    Yes, a supplement will apply if you are traveling solo or book a single room.

  • What should I carry during the daily walks?

    As the walks are fully supported, you only need to carry a daypack with your daily requirements, including wet weather gear, lunch supplies, water bottle, warm top, and phone.

  • What is the difficulty level of the walks?

    Daily walks are between 12-30km on well-marked trails over diverse terrain, from relatively flat to mountainous. You will need a good level of fitness to participate fully in this adventure.

  • What happens if I am unable to walk on a particular day?

    Taxi and bus services operate between towns in the event that you are unable to walk on a particular day.

  • How fit do I have to be?

    Our adventures are first and foremost holidays and can be undertaken by anyone in a reasonable state of health and fitness - however, please carefully read our Terms & Conditions when booking and view the trip grading. We rank our trips according to our honest Trip Grading System. We recommend that you familiarise yourself with our grading system by reading our detailed trip notes (which you can order through this site) and to speak with us about the physical requirements of your chosen trip.

  • What happens if something goes wrong?

    On our guided tours, you travel in small groups with a local multi-lingual guide whose knowledge of the terrain, flora, fauna and history of the region is exemplary. Our self guided tours give you the freedom to explore at your own pace - but they're not unsupported. We provide detailed route notes and maps and our local partners are on hand throughout the day in the unlikely event that something goes wrong. All we request is that you select a program that matches your level of fitness to ensure that you have a comfortable experience.

  • I'm travelling solo on a self-guided trip. Do I pay the single supplement or the single traveller surcharge?

    Most of our self guided trips are priced based on twinshare. If you are travelling solo the single traveller surcharge will apply. The single supplement would apply if you were travelling in a party with others and you had chosen to book a single room. You would never pay a single traveller surcharge and a single supplement.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

D. Breen(Sequim, WA, USA)  

Full Spanish Camino

30 Jun 2022

Was an amazing journey and UTracks made it so. Thank you.

Therese Saliba(Olympia, Washington, United States)  

Full Spanish Camino

29 Jun 2023

UTracks coordinated an excellent trip for us on the Full French Camino. They were friendly and informative, answered our questions promptly, and provided great materials to prepare for our self-guided trek. The accommodations were great, from small hotels, family run posadas, a lovely farmhouse and a guesthouse. The food was also excellent and all our baggage transfers went smoothly.

S. Lilleyman(Kalamunda, Western Australia)  

Full Spanish Camino

16 Oct 2019

I spent 42 days on the Camino from St Jean-Pied-de-Port to Cape Fisterra using UTracks I completed the Camino as a solo Pilgrim and the experience was amazing and will live with me for many years. It had many rewards and challenges each balancing each other out. In our busy lives and fast paced environment around us walking the Camino has a different pace and language, that helps us to have a purpose in doing something very simple, walking! Grab a back pack and find your ‘way’ along ‘the way’.

C. Lethbridge(Australia)  

Full Spanish Camino

14 May 2024

Everything went as planned. Daily bag delivery was spot on. Didn't enjoy the 4 star hotels as much as the lesser. All in all above expectation.

K. Stace(Thirlmere, Australia)  

Full Spanish Camino

7 Jun 2023

Our UTracks Camino was fabulous. Great hotels, some spectacular, luggage that always arrived and maps that took us to where we needed to go. Thank you!

Jane Bullen(Mount Gambier, SA)  

Full Spanish Camino

14 Sep 2022

All hotels and meals great with one exception- a caruxa in Arzua, which is expensive, out of the way and breakfast is minimal. Thank you

Michael Moore(Peachland, BC, Canada)  

Full Spanish Camino

9 Nov 2022

Accommodation was excellent, there was never an issue with the booking and luggage transfer between hotels was seamless. On the whole food was very good. Daily mileage suited me although there were some very challenging days. I don’t believe I could have improved on the trip. Will definitely use Utracks for future walking trips.

Jillian Margaret Steele(Christchurch, , New Zealand)  

Full Spanish Camino

25 Jun 2024

Our accommodation was good, bags picked up regularly & transported to the next destination without pickup.

E. Murphy(Palm Beach, Australia)  

Full Spanish Camino

16 Oct 2024

Communication during the booking process was excellent, very responsive. Accommodation was excellent, the less stars a hotel possessed the more gracious the hosts. Luggage transfers excellent. In retrospect I would not book so many 30+ km days. On a couple of occasions it was not clear that dinner was not included.

K. Bruggemann(Mallala, Australia)  

Full Spanish Camino

22 Sep 2022

Most of our trip went smoothly.

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  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    UTracks allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform utracks, 70 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    UTracks requires a minimum deposit of 250 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 70 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of utracks charges.

    Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 69 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 35 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.