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Camino Frances Last 100 km Relaxed: Sarria to Santiago in 12 Days

Camino Frances Last 100 km Relaxed: Sarria to Santiago in 12 Days

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Camino Frances Last 100 km Relaxed: Sarria to Santiago in 12 Days

12 Days Starting in 27600 Sarria, Lugo, Spain and ending in Santiago de Compostela

Visiting: Sarria, Morgade, Portomarín, Ventas de Narón, Palas de Rei, Melide, Arzúa, A Salceda, O Pedrouzo, Lavacolla, Santiago de Compostela

Tour operator:

The Natural Adventure

Tour code:

320

Group Type:

Independent

Guide Type:

Self Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

From:

$996

$951 Exclusive Tourhub Members Discount: -$45

NB: Prices correct on 28-May-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Walk the last 100km (the minimum required to earn your Compostela certificate) of the French Way from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela in ten walking days (12 days total) at a leisurely pace and take your time to explore the beautiful villages along the route, the local culture and the Galician cuisine

Highlights

Church of San Juan of Portomarín – an unusual Late Romanesque temple
The medieval village Ribadiso
The beautiful town of Melide
Santiago de Compostela cathedral

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive In Sarria

Location: Sarria

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: (DP Cristal , Duerming Villa de Sarria or similar)

Meals Included: No Meals

Arrival by public bus or private transfer in Sarria. Sarria is a small town in Galicia and the last place to start your Camino and collect your Compostela. If you arrive early, we strongly recommend taking a taxi (not included) to Samos and visiting the Monastery that was founded in the 6th century and has welcomed pilgrims since then.

Day 2 : Sarria To Morgade

Location: Morgade

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Meals Included: Breakfast

Setting off to the small hamlet of Morgade, you pass Sarria Castle, walking mainly along small country roads and forest tracks without many slopes. Visit the beautiful Romanesque church in the village of Barbadelo.

Walking for the day: 12km, 3h

Overnight: rural guesthouse in Morgade (*Morgade is a very small place with few accommodation options. If it is fully booked on your dates, we may arrange overnight for you in Sarria or Portomarin with additional transfers from/to the trail at no extra cost)

Day 3 : Morgade To Portomarín

Location: Portomarín

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: (Pousada Portomarin, Arenas Porto or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Another easy walking day, taking you from Morgade to the town of Portomarín. Along the way, you spot many Galician traditional hórreos (granaries). The old town of Portomarín is located under the waters of the Belesar reservoir. The river Miño is the one that announces that you are already arriving at our destination.

Walking for the day: 9km, 2-3h

Day 4 : Portomarín To Ventas De Narón

Location: Ventas de Narón

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you begin descending to the Belesar Reservoir and once you reach this point, you ascend to the Monte de San Antonio. During this stage, you can visit the Castro de Castromaior, which is located on top of a hill.

Walking for the day: 13km, 3h
Overnight: guesthouse in Ventas de Narón (**Ventas de Narón is a very small place with few accommodation options. If it is fully booked on your dates, we may arrange overnight for you in Portomarin or Palas de Rei with additional transfers from/to the trail at no extra cost or in a nearby settlement along the Camino)

Day 5 : Ventas De Narón To Palas De Rei

Location: Palas de Rei

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: (Lar do Peregrino, Casa Avelina or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you take an easy walk through lush forests from Ventas de Narón to the market town of Palas de Rei. Stop to visit the Romanesque church in Eirexe, with its portal featuring a sculpture of Daniel with animals. You also pass the village of Lestedo, where it is worth visiting its unique cemetery. Finally, you arrive in the town of Palas de Reis, one of the most traditional on the Camino.

Walking for the day: 12km, 3h

Day 6 : Palas De Rei To Melide

Location: Melide

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: (San Anton, Pension Ferradura or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

You leave the province of Lugo behind to enter the province of A Coruña. You get out of Palas de Rei through “Campo dos Romeiros”, a key point for the pilgrims’ meeting, and walk towards Leboreiro, a pleasant road surrounded by lush forests. Finally, you reach Melide crossing the river through a medieval bridge. Once you arrive in Melide, you should try octopus, Galicia’s most classic dish, in one of the town’s pulperías. Melide is where the Camino Primitivo merges with the Camino Frances.

Walking for the day: 14.5km, 3-4h

Day 7 : Melide To Arzúa

Location: Arzúa

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: (Hotel Arzua, Pension Domus Gallery or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Much of the day is shaded, and shortly after Melide, you walk through oak and eucalyptus forests. The Camino crosses several streams and follows a forest track bringing you to the village of Boente and the church of Santiago. Next is the pretty medieval hamlet of Ribadiso and finally, the town of Arzúa, famous for its local cheese, where you should visit the churches of Santa María and A Magdalena.

Walking for the day: 14km, 3-4h

Day 8 : Arzúa To Salceda

Location: A Salceda

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: (Pension Salceda or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today’s route is along easy forest tracks and country roads. The path takes you along streams through rustic sleepy villages. This section includes a good number of peaceful picnic spots and turns into a festival of colours in spring with a variety of flowers along the trail.

Walking for the day: 11km, 3h

Day 9 : Salceda To O Pedrouzo/Amenal

Location: O Pedrouzo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: (PR Platas, O Acivro, Hotel Amenal or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you take a walk along a mix of well-marked country roads and forest tracks to O Pedrouzo on your shortest walking day.

Walking for the day: 8km, 2h

Day 10 : O Pedrouzo/Amenal To Lavacolla

Location: Lavacolla

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: (Pazo Xan Xordo or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you arrive at Lavacolla, the town where the airport of Santiago de Compostela is located. Tradition says that this was where the pilgrims used to wash just before entering Compostela, which would give the name the etymological meaning of “washing the neck”, lava-colla.

Walking for the day: 9.5km, 3h

Day 11 : Lavacolla To Santiago De Compostela

Location: Santiago de Compostela

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: (Alameda Rooms, Hotel Lux Santiago or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

You are already at the gates of Santiago de Compostela. The path runs through fairly quiet sections between rural areas and small villages. The greatest difficulty today is the ascent to Monte do Gozo, but as soon as you reach the top, everything is joy, as its name suggests. From there, you can have your first panoramic view of the city and the towers of the cathedral, the final destination. Once in Monte do Gozo, the stage is already downhill or flat and immediately, you find yourself on the urban route, which you enter through the San Lázaro neighbourhood.

With only 10km to walk today, you should be in Santiago in time for the pilgrim mass (12 pm). After visiting Santiago Cathedral and recovering from your walk, take time to explore this gem of a city, especially its old town where you enjoy a city tour.

Walking for the day: 10km, 2-3h

Day 12 : Departure

Location: Santiago de Compostela

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before heading back to the airport. We highly recommend booking additional nights in Santiago de Compostela to explore this fantastic city.

What's Included

Accommodation

11 nights in private en-suite rooms
Meals

11 breakfasts
Maps
Luggage transfers from hotel to hotel on all walking days (1 pc up to 20kg per person; each additional piece should be paid)
Guided Tour in Santiago de Compostela (old town)
Galician cheese tasting in Santiago (not on Sundays)
Pilgrim pass and scallop
24/7 phone assistance by our local office/representative

What's Not Included

Insurance

Travel insurance
Airfare and connecting land transfers
Lunches and dinners, drinks and snacks
Additional luggage
Personal expenses
Local tourist taxes & entry fees (payable on the spot)
Any items not explicitly listed as included

Check out our Q&As

Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

As detailed in the itinerary
When to go?

This trip is available year-round, but the best months to visit are April – June and September – October, as in the summer months, it may become too hot (and crowded). The flexibility of self guided walking holidays means that there are no fixed dates, and you can start your trip on any date during the season.
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

No
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

This itinerary is a relaxed version of our standard 7-day programme and includes walks of 10-12km per day on average (read more about difficulty grades). The terrain is flat or hilly without steep ascents or descents. You will follow a mixture of dirt roads, woodland paths, minor roads and some busier roads close to the bigger towns and cities. The routes are well-marked with yellow painted arrows and a yellow shell on a blue background, and the itinerary is very easy to follow. We strongly advise you to follow only marked trails and never try to shorten the path through the unknown and unmarked terrain. We will provide you with maps, and you can call our 24/7 local assistance phone number anytime.
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes

Are airport transfers included in this tour?

No
Are flights included in this tour?

No
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

The Natural Adventure was founded by people who love hiking and cycling in wild and wonderful places. Places that we want to keep that way. Responsible tourism has, therefore, been at the heart of what we do since the get go.
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

In April 2020 as a response to the COVID-19 crisis, we launched the Support Local Communities Initiative. We have enabled an option when booking a tour for customers to make a donation to support our local partners. 100% of the donations go directly to our local suppliers.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

Whether you’re travelling on your own, as a couple, a group of friends, or a family, our self-guided holidays allow you the freedom to choose your own holiday companions.
What documents will I receive before I travel?

Our self guided walking and cycling holidays typically include: Accommodation, Breakfasts, Luggage transfers, Detailed holiday information pack including GPS-checked and regularly updated route descriptions, road notes and maps, 24/7 phone assistance by our local representative and/or our central office
What policies are in place for Covid-19?

We are part of the 'Safe Travels' initiative.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

Yes, as long as you can reach the next location.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

Accommodations in double or twin rooms (solo travellers are usually accommodated in single rooms at an extra cost; we never mix and match)
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

If possible, and entirely at the discretion of the Tour Operator, a change of the dates may be possible without charging an amendment fee, provided that it is requested at least 30 days before the departure date. In some cases, we will still have to pass to you any non-refundable charges imposed by our suppliers. In all other cases, change of dates will normally be treated as a cancellation.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

All places have been carefully checked by us and their quality is regularly monitored. We have selected accommodations that offer friendly service, clean and comfortable rooms and local flavour.
How long has the tour company been trading?

The Natural Adventure was founded in the UK in 2009, by Peter Duncan, former UK Chief Scout and BBC Blue Peter presenter, and Alex Pazderski, an avid hiker and acclaimed expedition kayaker. Both natural adventurers and keen explorers of wild places and trails, remote communities and responsible tourism partners, Peter and Alex founded our company inspired by the responsible travel values t

Reviews of this operator

Kicki Neely

Walking Fishermens trail in western…

19-Sep-2022

Walking Fishermens trail in western Portugal will be a memory for life. We loved every minute of our week. All arrangements worked perfectly, from accommodation to luggage transport to questions we had before setting off. Our local agent met with us before we started the walk and we felt very reassured by his local knowledge and support. All accommodation was different, local, clean, friendly and easy to find. Very good value for money. I can really recommend Natural Adventure company and we will be back for more adventures. Many thanks Kicki Neely and friends

Marian Wilkins (Google Reviewer)

A friend and I did...

25-Jan-2024

A friend and I did the Alps to the Riviera walk in France at the end of 2021 and it was the best holiday experience either of us has ever had. It’s an amazing way of immersing oneself in the countryside and getting the full flavour of the country away from the tourist attractions. The Natural Adventure Company made perfect arrangements for us, gave us clear directions and was just a call away, to sort out any issues. The walk gave us incredible memories that will enrich us for a lifetime. I am in the process of booking my next wonderful adventure and I can’t wait to get started!

Cynthia Shinn (Google Reviewer)

I have been working with...

26-Feb-2024

I have been working with The Natural Adventure for a few years now and it's been a flawless experience. I have now booked 4 different trips (4th to happen in April 2023). Accomodations have been great and local operators (bikes, hiking guides and boats) have all been great. The rates are very fair and trip selections are great. Hoping to see some boat bike options in Greece and Turkey!

Ellen Taylor-Powell

Great communications, customized trip

20-Aug-2022

This is our first time using Natural Adventure to plan a hiking trip in Europe. I wanted an 8-day hike to start on a certain date to explore a northern region of Portugal. They were so accommodating - customized our trip to meet our needs with responsive communications and full itinerary; everything has been taken care of. We look forward to the trip!!

Linda Giovine (Google Reviewer)

We hiked the Kerry Way...

02-Jun-2022

We hiked the Kerry Way with Natural Adventure and it was terrific. Outstanding views and good Irish weather. Some days were longer than expected due to placement of Bed and Breakfasts. Hosts were warm and helpful even dried our gear and shared local secrets. Irish hospitality in high gear.

Tim Fuhs (Google Reviewer)

My wife and I booked...

14-Sep-2023

My wife and I booked the Lechweg short break hike with the natural adventure company this Fall and we’re very happy with our experience. I noticed one of the reviews questioning what they (natural adventure co) provide. That’s a fair question and from my perspective as a USA citizen, they provided a very important liaison/conduit role into the EU that would be prohibitive or downright impossible for a non EU citizen hiking/biking in Europe. In addition, I have found that in dealing directly with a few European companies directly, information does not always flow as smoothly as we like. The natural adventure company’s communication style fit our liking perfectly in that we receive a fast and thorough response with every question. They are prompt and helpful. They did subcontract with another company for boots on the ground support but the hotel reservations and itinerary were in house. We would definitely use the natural adventure company again no question.

Beverley Young

Highly Recommended

03-Aug-2022

All the way through from booking, correspondence afterwards and now a wonderful holiday. The Natural Adventure have been helpful and have provided a brilliant holiday. The hikes each day are cracking, maps & routes are detailed and easy to follow. The hotels are great too. Completely love our holiday! Would definitely use The Natural Adventure again and recommend.

Jeroen van kesteren

This was our first ever cycle holiday…

17-Nov-2022

This was our first ever cycle holiday so expectations where high. And Natural Adventure delivered with a vengeance. Everything was so well organised and friendly. Our contact at HQ Dalila was friendly, concerned and lightning fast in her responses. The trip itself was well designed to show you a lot in a short timespan but dayly distances where very doable leaving lots of time to divert or spent in the lovely overnight towns. The hotels ranged from cosy and homey to lavish and extravagant which was a real nice surprise at every end of the day. We will defintely be back for more! TNX SO MUCH GUYS!

Nigel Homer (Google Reviewer)

Just finished our around Zugspitze...

20-Jun-2022

Just finished our around Zugspitze walk. The walking was not too strenuous through an amazing landscape. Hotels were of a good standard and food generally excellent. I would definitely recommend to anyone who was reasonable fit.

James Bailey (Google Reviewer)

AVOID OR BOOK DIRECT Whilst I’d...

02-May-2024

AVOID OR BOOK DIRECT Whilst I’d 100% recommend hiking the Camino, unfortunately I couldn’t recommend The Natural Adventure Company to anyone. We signed up for the Relaxed Portuguese Camino - however, the organisation was woeful. None of the private transfers showed up, the welcome pack wasn’t delivered on time, and many of the hotels were well-below standard - including one where the manager was extremely aggressive to both us and other customers. During the trip, there was no proactive support from the Natural Adventure, and their customer service was appalling. Even after the tour, I tried to contact the company to draw their attention to the myriad of other 1 star reviews for the hotel in question - which includes reviewers stating the hotel owner physically assaulted them - but unfortunately they weren’t interested. As other reviews have pointed out below, you should also beware that The Natural Adventure simply subcontract the entirety of their tours to other providers. So if you still want to sign up for this tour, you could cut out the middle man and book the EXACT same tour directly with Portugal Green Walks - for less money!

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