10-day Camino de Santiago hike via the French Way
Follow Muntania Outdoors on this amazing 10-day Camino de Santiago hiking adventure. Explore part of the French Way and discover wonderful landscapes!
Group
10 Days
Jan - Jun, Sep - Dec
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- Hike through one of the most famous trails in the world.
- Visit Spanish areas of great historical and cultural value.
- Enjoy beautiful and varied landscapes on an unforgettable multi-day trip.
Description
If you are looking for a long and unforgettable hiking experience, then this trip is for you. Come with me and discover the beautiful and legendary French Way of the Camino de Santiago!
Also known as the Way of Saint James, this ancient route extends from different countries to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, in Galicia, Spain. It was one of the most important Christian pilgrimages during the Middle Ages, and a lot of people still follow its routes as a spiritual experience.
But this trail also offers an awesome hiking adventure for outdoor enthusiasts. It crosses beautiful and varied landscapes and many historical areas. On this 10-day trip (8 of hiking) we will explore part of the French Way, from Villafranca del Bierzo to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.
The French Way is the most popular Camino de Santiago route, and is listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Sights. We will cross breathtaking landscapes and historical churches, and enjoy delicious local food.
You can find the complete itinerary below. However, we can adapt it to the physical conditions of the group!
So, if you are up for this incredible hiking trip in Camino de Santiago, please contact me. I’ll be glad to guide you through this mythical route!
If you prefer mountain biking, check out this 8-day Camino de Santiago cycling adventure!
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Transportation start and back
- Luggage transfer
Price details
- Min. group size: 4 // Not included in the price: Flights, Lunches (picnic or restaurants on the way), Dinner on the first day, Last day dinner in Santiago de Compostela.
Meeting point
Itinerary
Day 1: Getting to the starting point
Transfer to the starting point. Tour briefing. Time for questions.
Day 2: Villafranca del Bierzo - O Cebreiro (28km)
This might be one of the best-known stages in the whole pilgrimage. We start among vineyards to leave Castilla y Leon and enter Galicia through the region of Os Ancares. For that we will ascend O Cebreiro, the pass dividing both regions. We will discover magical villages like Pereje and Trabadelo, the Church of Nuestra Señora del Carmen, and the Serracín Castle.
Day 3: O Cebreiro - Triacastela (25km)
Most of the way we will descend crossing a landscape with more vegetation than the ones in Castilla. Stand out the Church of San Esteban, the Church of San Xoán and the Chapel of San Pedro, in the village of Biduedo.
Day 4: Triacastela - Sarria (18km)
From Triacastela we can choose between two fascinating itineraries: the Samos Benedictine Monastery or a beautiful forest. In Sarria we can relax and share experiences with other people.
Day 5: Sarria-Portomarín (23km)
We will perceive a larger concentration of pilgrims given that we will be at 100 km from Santiago. It is a varied stage with many interesting stops in some Romanesque villages. You will not want to miss the visit to the parish of Concello de Sarria, Ferreiros and its Church of Santa María, and Portomarín.
Day 6: Portomarín - Palas de Rei (24km)
We will cross Sierra de Ligonde and San Antonio’s Mount. If we feel like it, we can got to Vilar de Donas to visit the Church of San Salvador.
Day 7: Palas de Rei - Ribadiso de Baixo (24km)
From Palas de Rei, the road will become more winding. We will enjoy the amazing local gastronomy of this region. Visits to Romanesque churches like Santa María, the Nurses House and the Chapel of San Roque.
Day 8: Ribadiso de Baixo - O´Pedrouzo (22km)
This stage is less demanding than the previous one and it will end at the doors of Santiago de Compostela. Visit to the Chapel of Santa Irene.
Day 9: O´Pedrouzo - Santiago de Compostela (19km)
We will end our adventure at the beautiful city of Santiago de Compostela. Views from the watchtower on the Gozo Mount. Visit to the Baroque Cathedral and the Obradoiro.
Day 10: Return trip
Details
More info
Required equipment:
Backpack (20-30L) Trekking boots or sneakers Telescopic poles. Technical clothes: Socks. Short and long mountain pants. Thermal t-shirt (base layer) Fleece jacket or similar (second layer) Thin rain jacket Sunglasses. First aid kit and essential toiletries Sunscreen and SPF lip balm Camera
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About the guide
Muntania
Languages
English | Spanish
Certificates
AEGM
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