Camino De Santiago, Spain
Monte de Gozo
The Essentials
El Camino
Lodging
Compostela de Santiago
Our Itinerary
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Day 1: Sarria → Portomarín (22 km)
Start in medieval Sarria, passing Barbadelo, Cruce, Peruscallo, Morgade, Ferreiros, Mercadoiro, and Vilachá. Experience rolling farmland, eucalyptus groves, Romanesque churches, and quiet villages before arriving in Portomarín, rebuilt above a reservoir.
Highlights: Sarria old town, Iglesia de Santa Mariña, Monasterio de la -
Day 2: Portomarín → Palas de Rei (25 km)
Walk through lakeside views, rolling farmland, hilltop settlements, and Roman pathways. Stops include Gonzar, Castromaior (ancient Celtic ruins), Hospital da Cruz, Ventas de Narón, Ligonde, Airexe, and Palas de Rei.
Highlights: Iglesia-Fortaleza de San Nicolás, Romanesque churches, quiet medieval villages.
Special Offerings: Historical storytelling, cultural insights, scenic reflections. -
Day 3: Palas de Rei → Arzúa (29 km)
Traverse historic villages, riverside paths, shaded forests, and open countryside. Pass San Xulián do Camino, Casanova, O Coto, Furelos, Melide (famous for pulpo), Bonete Cruce, Castañeda, Ribadiso, Pedrouzo, Salceda, ending in Arzúa.
Highlights: Melide’s bustling food scene, medieval bridges, pastoral landscapes.
Special Offerings: Cultural tastings, reflection breaks, photo opportunities. -
Day 4: Arzúa → O Pedrouzo (19 km)
Gentle forest and countryside walking with hamlets like Taverna Velha, A Calle, Salceda, O Empalme Cruce, and A Rua.
Highlights: Shaded paths, traditional stone villages, pastoral scenery.
Special Offerings: Quiet reflection, optional tasting, scenic pauses. -
Day 5: O Pedrouzo → Santiago de Compostela (20 km)
Final stage blends countryside paths with the energy of approaching Santiago. Pass San Pedro village, Monte do Gozo, then arrive at Praza do Obradoiro and the Cathedral.
Highlights: Iconic cathedral, bustling streets, festive pilgrim arrival.
Special Offerings: Group send-off, arrival ceremony, optional cathedral visit.
5 Day Walk Schedule
6 Day Walk Schedule
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Day 1: Sarria → Portomarín (22 km)
Start in medieval Sarria, passing Barbadelo, Cruce, Peruscallo, Morgade, Ferreiros, Mercadoiro, and Vilachá. Experience rolling farmland, eucalyptus groves, Romanesque churches, and quiet villages before arriving in Portomarín, rebuilt above a reservoir.
Highlights: Sarria old town, Iglesia de Santa Mariña, Monasterio de la Magdalena, vineyards of Vilachá.
Special Offerings: Goal setting, gear check, evening reflection. -
Day 2: Portomarín → Palas de Rei (25 km)
Walk through lakeside views, rolling farmland, hilltop settlements, and Roman pathways. Stops include Gonzar, Castromaior (ancient Celtic ruins), Hospital da Cruz, Ventas de Narón, Ligonde, Airexe, and Palas de Rei.
Highlights: Iglesia-Fortaleza de San Nicolás, Romanesque churches, quiet medieval villages.
Special Offerings: Historical storytelling, cultural insights, scenic reflections. -
Day 3: Palas de Rei → Melide (~20 km)
Walk through quiet countryside, forested paths, and small rural villages as you make your way toward Melide. Pass San Xulián do Camino, Casanova, O Coto, and cross the historic Ponte Vella in Furelos before arriving in Melide, a lively Camino town known for its rich food culture.
Highlights: Medieval bridge crossings, shaded woodland paths, authentic rural Galicia.
Special Offerings: Cultural insights, scenic reflection stops, arrival food experience in Melide. -
Day 4: Melide → Arzúa (~14 km)
A shorter, more relaxed stage through lush forests, gentle hills, and peaceful hamlets including Bonete Cruce and Castañeda. The route offers a steady rhythm and quieter walking experience before reaching Arzúa, a vibrant town known for its cheese and pilgrim atmosphere.
Highlights: Forested trails, rolling farmland, Arzúa’s local cheese culture.
Special Offerings: Optional cheese tasting, mindfulness walking segments, end-of-day reflection. -
8:00-9:30 AM - Breakfast at hotel
10:00 AM - Depart for Botanical Garden tour (Tour is 11AM to 1PM)
1:00-4:00 PM - Lunch on your own; Free time for shopping, etc.
4:30 PM - Depart Hotel for evening of Mezcal and Mole Tasting and dinner downtown
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7:30-8:30 AM - Breakfast at hotel
9:00 AM - Departure for guided excursion to Monte Alban Archaelogical Site (w/ Lunch)
Visit to San Bartolo Coyotepec where famed black pottery is made
Visit to village of San Martin Tilcajete for tour of alebrijes workshop (colorful fantastical creatures)
return to hotel around 5PM
Dinner on your own
Cost
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Shared room with large bed or two twin beds: $1,998/ per person (2 people in a room)
Private room: $2,298 per person (1 person in the room)
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6 nights’ accommodations
Transportation to/from airport
All group activities
All meals except for two dinners and one lunch
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Airfare to Santiago De Compostela
Travel insurance (recommended)
2 dinners and 1 lunch are on your own
FAQs
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Book flights into Santiago de Compostela .The airport code is (SCQ).
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We’ll send you a suggested packing list after you register. You can also review the esssentials.
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We estimate that the group will not exceed 15 participants. Group size is based on the availability of the trip as well as demand.
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The Camino is physically demanding. This trip is suitable for travelers in good health with overall good mobility and walk a consistent amount of miles a day.
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Payment Policy:
A $500 deposit secures your spot, if booked prior to TBD
Payment in full due 90 days before departure TBD
Reservations after TBD will require payment in full to secure spot
Refund Policy:
We developed a refund policy that cares for our energy in organizing this trip, the anticipated effort of trying to fill your spot, and commitments to our providers in Camino.
Full refund if cancelled on or before TBD
50% refund if cancelled on or before TBD
25% refund if cancelled after TBD
No refund if cancelled after TBD
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In Spain USD $ are not widely accepted. Accepted forms of payment are credit/debit cards and Euros. We recommend that you withdraw 100-300 euros from the ATM when you arrive at the airport in Santiago de Compostela.
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Send us an email at adventuremindfullynow@gmail.com and we’ll happily answer any other questions you have.
