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Leon, Rabanal del Camino, Ponferrada, Villafranca del Bierzo, O Cebreiro, Sarria, Portomarin, Palas de Rey, Arzua, Santiago de Compostela.
Follow the ancient pilgrimage route to the Galician city of Santiago de Compostela, which houses the tomb of the Apostle St. James. On this challenging but rewarding hike, we cover 260 km of the Spanish portion of this historic trail, visiting ancient churches and quaint mountain villages all along the way.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Group Size:
Max 15, Average 10 Group Leader:
G.A.P leader throughout. Accommodation:
Small family-run inns (14 nts). Transport:
Walking, local bus Meals Included:
No meals included. Budget:
Allow EUR400 for meals not included. For additional expenses, see dossier
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
2 weeks of trekking along the Pilgrimage route of Santiago de Compostela
City tour of Santiago de Compostela
BRIEF ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrive Leon:
Arrive in Leon at any time.
Day 2-5 Rabanal del Camino / Ponferrada / Villafranca del Bierzo/ Las Herrerrias:
Begin trekking from Astorga, a short bus ride away from Leon. Over the next few days pass through the towns of Rabanal del Camino, Ponferrada and Villafranca del Bierzo, spending nights in quaint family inns and guesthouses typical of these Spanish villages.
Day 5 is a relaxed, easy walk to Las Herrerías. Leave early to arrive in time for siesta.
Day 6-8 Viduedo/O Cebreiro / Sarria/ Portomarin:
Continuing along the "pilgrim's way", visit the quaint village of Viduedo and traverse the mountain pass of O Cebreiro (1109m) where you officially cross into Galician territory. Days are filled with stunning scenery as you pass temples, rural scenery and cross dramatic mountain passes along the way.
Day 9-11 Palas de Rey/ Melide:
After Portomarin, the path gets a bit physical with many upward slopes. The region of Palas de Rey, once of great importance during the Middle Ages, rewards us with breathtaking views and mountainous landscapes that are synonymous with this part of northern Spain. Day 11 is much easier, with only a few light upward slopes.
Day 12-14 Arzua / Santiago de Compostela:
The last leg of our pilgrimage takes you from Palas de Rey, through Arzua, and finally to our final destination, Santiago de Compostela. Sit back and celebrate your journey. On
Day 13, aim to leave early to get to Santiago in time for the pilgrim’s mass.
Day 15 Depart Santiago de Compostela
B - breakfast L - lunch D - dinner
DEPARTURE DATES
Starts
Ends
08 June 2008
22 June 2008
22 June 2008
06 July 2008
13 July 2008
27 July 2008
10 August 2008
24 August 2008
07 September 2008
21 September 2008
21 September 2008
05 October 2008
05 October 2008
19 October 2008
TRAVEL STYLE
Energetic travellers looking for a little extra excitement on their G.A.P Adventure should consider an Active adventure. Similar to G.A.P Original, Active adventures offer an authentic cultural experience, but spend time enjoying the more active highlights of the region. Exciting activities include whitewater rafting, trekking, mountain biking and sea kayaking.
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Energetic travellers looking for a little extra excitement on their G.A.P Adventure should consider an Active adventure. Similar to G.A.P Original, Active adventures offer an authentic cultural experience, but spend time enjoying the more active highlights of the region. Exciting activities include whitewater rafting, trekking, mountain biking and sea kayaking.