Camino Ingles: The English Way to Santiago de Compostela

Name: Camino Ingles: The English Way to Santiago de Compostela
Brand: UTracks
SKU: EWS
Rating: 4.67 (3 reviews)

San Felipe castle in Ferrol

End your Camino pilgrimage in Santiago de Compostela | Tim Charody

Walking along the Camino de Santiago trail in Galicia | @timcharody

Follow the Camino signs to Santiago de Compostela

Pilgrims walking on the Camino in Spain | @timcharody

Marker on the Compostela trail

The famous cathedral in Santiago | Erin Williams

San Felipe castle in Ferrol

End your Camino pilgrimage in Santiago de Compostela | Tim Charody

Walking along the Camino de Santiago trail in Galicia | @timcharody

Follow the Camino signs to Santiago de Compostela

Pilgrims walking on the Camino in Spain | @timcharody

Marker on the Compostela trail

The famous cathedral in Santiago | Erin Williams

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Duration

8 days

Activities

self guided walk

Accommodation

7 nights in a combination of hotels & farmhouse B&Bs

Meals

2 Dinners
7 Breakfasts

Price

$990USD

Overview

Trip Code: EWS

Trip highlights

Experience the history of the trail marked by crosses, statues and grain silos
Walk to the tomb of St James in Santiago and qualify for the pilgrims certificate
Reach Santiago on foot and experience the famous pilgrims mass
Enjoy the quieter trail of the English Way

Pilgrims arriving from England, Ireland and northern Europe to walk the last stretch to the tomb of St James in Santiago de Compostela traditionally arrived by ship in A Coruna or Ferrol. Beginning in Ferrol has become the popular starting point of the English Way as pilgrims will qualify for the Compostela certificate. The route through Galicia takes in classic seaside towns, woodlands of fragrant eucalyptus and rolling meadows with the occassional vineyard. The trail, while significantly quieter than the popular French route, has no shortage of significant churches, monasteries and crosses to mark the way.

Trip Grading

moderate

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Itinerary

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Day 1
Arrive Ferrol with its historic port

Make your own way to the first hotel in Ferrol or we can assist with an arrival transfer from A Coruna or Santiago airports on request. Ferrol is a seaside town with an historically important port. This afternoon you can explore the sandy beaches and enjoy a swim if the weather is warm.

Meals: Nil

Day 2
Walk to Cabanas or Pontedeume along the river (7-8hrs)

Today you begin your walk at the harbour of Ferrol, also known as “Puerto Curuxeiros”, which dates from the 9th century. Enjoy views of the water as you walk to Gandara and the San Martín de Xubia Monastery, before heading inland for a short time. Cross over the mouth of the great Xubia river to Neda and continue through the towns of Casanova, Foxas and Chamoso to Pereiro. Surrounded by eucalyptus and chestnut trees you will walk to the village of Cabanas or the town of Pontedeume across the river, dependent on availability. It's possible to shorten today by crossing the bridge leaving Ferrol (approx 10km shorter). Distance: 25km 15.6mi or 30km/18.8mi Option: If this day is too long, you can choose to add a day and stay overnight in Neda, in which case the walking is 15km/9.4mi each day. Must be requested at time of booking - a supplement will apply, with rates on request. Please ask our team.

Meals: B

Day 3
Continue to the market town of Betanzos (5-6hrs)

Today the path leaves the coast behind, heading inland towards rural villages and typical Galician green hills. From Pontedeume the trail climbs, to give spectacular views over the area. Continuing via the coastal village of Miño you walk through the countryside to the old town of Betanzos, where you stay for 2 nights. Betanzos has one of the best preserved old quarters in Galicia, with several town palaces, a 16th-century clock tower, and the town walls preserve three of their original gates. Distance: 22km/13.7mi

Meals: B

Day 4
Walk to Presedo, transfer back to Betanzos (5hrs)

During today's walk you will head into the heart of Galicia. You will walk through farmland, small villages, and green hills en route to Vizono. Continue to Presedo, where you will have a 5pm transfer back to Betanzos and your accommodation. Distance: 17km/10.6mi

Meals: B

Day 5
Transfer to Presedo and walk to San Paio de Buscas (5.5hrs)

This morning starts with a 9am transfer back to Presedo to continue your walk. Near the village of Hervés two routes of the Camino Inglés converge, this one from Ferrol and the other from A Coruña. Continue through the Galician countryside until you reach the village of San Paio de Buscas. Distance: 18km/11.2mi

Meals: B,D

Day 6
Continue to Sigüeiro or Marantes (5.5 or 6hrs)

Today you will walk via Vilarino and through the villages of Lavandeira de Riba, A Senra and A Calle, surrounded by the green landscape of Galicia. Continue to Sigüeiro or Marantes for your overnight stay. Distance: 18km/11.2mi to Sigüeiro or 22km/14mi to Marantes

Meals: B,D

Day 7
Final stage to Santiago (2.5 or 3hrs)

Today you will pass many ancient sites including monuments, chapels and bridges – all have a story to tell. Follow country lanes and forest paths through increasingly populated countryside. The last day on the trail is always a special one. Arriving in the fabled Santiago de Compostela there is plenty to see and do – or simply relax and celebrate the end of the journey. Distance: 16km/10mi from Sigüeiro or 12km/7.5mi from Marantes

Meals: B

Day 8
Trip concludes

Trip arrangements conclude after breakfast, or if you'd like to add an extra night please ask for our rates.

Meals: B

Map

Elevation

The map and elevation chart are for illustrative purposes only and meant to provide general guidelines.
On self guided trips, actual route information provided before departure will be more detailed.

Inclusions

What's included

7 breakfasts, 2 dinners: Breakfasts are usually continental inclusive of breads, cheese, ham, tea, coffee & juices. Dinner will consist of 3 courses, usually starting with a salad, followed by chicken, red meat, fish or a pasta dish & finishing with a dessert of fruit or cakes.
7 nights in a combination of hotels & farmhouse B&Bs on a twin share basis generally with ensuite facilities (option to upgrade to luxury accommodation in Pontedeume (in place of Cabanas) and Santiago - supplement applies)
Transfers between Presedo and Betanzos on days 4 and 5
Digital information pack including route notes, maps and GPX tracks
Luggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excess
Pilgrim Passport
Emergency hotline

What's not included

Travel to Ferrol and from Santiago
Meals not listed as included, drinks
Travel insurance - mandatory
Guide - this is a self guided walking holiday
A supplement will apply if you are travelling solo or book a single room
Entrance fees not listed as included
Transfers not listed as included
Transfer by taxi or public transport if you need to skip a stage
Excess luggage
Option to split day 2 and stay overnight in Neda - rates on request, and must be requested at time of booking - please ask our team
Items of a personal nature

Grading

moderate

The walking is graded moderate (3). Daily walks are between 11 and 30km/6.9-18.8mi on well marked trails over diverse terrain – from relatively flat to mountainous. This is a well worn path where route finding will be reasonably straight forward (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.

Departure dates

Daily from 1 Mar to 31 Oct

Notes

High Season

Note:

High season is from 7 to 21 Apr and 1 Jul to 30 Sep. Supplement applies to high season departures.

Note:

Other dates are available on request. Supplements may apply outside of the main season due to additional charges for luggage transfers and hotel closures (some transfers may be required to confirm your booking).

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Priceper person from

$990USD

Options & Supplements*

Excess luggage (per piece, max 20kg in weight)USD$80
Single supplement - low seasonUSD$370
Single supplement - high seasonUSD$390
Solo Traveller Supplement - low seasonUSD$460
Solo Traveller Supplement - high seasonUSD$480

*Prices listed are per person

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