Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 10 Day Camino de Santiago Encompassed. The opportunity to walk Spain's celebrated Camino de Santiago isn't just another vacation; it's an outright life-changing achievement. This incredible 10-day adventure begins with two days of exploration in stately (and must-see) Madrid. Then continue to the picturesque municipality of Sarria to begin your own once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage, along the final 100km of the famed Camino. Finish your walk at Santiago de Compostela's Cathedral, celebrating your accomplishment with fellow pilgrims from all over the world.
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US$1,537 per person
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Trip Length
10 Days
Trip Starts
Madrid
Trip Ends
Santiago de Compostela
Departures
Jun 2026 to Oct 2027
Countries Visited:
Operator
G Adventures
Trip Style
Active
Budget
Affordable
Age Range
6-99 Years
Max. Group Size
16
Pace
Moderate
Guide Style
Fully Guided
Tour Code
ESMC
Itinerary
Arrive at any time.
Accommodation:
Hotel Europa
Included Experiences
- Meet Your CEO and Group: Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Optional Experiences
- Museo Nacional Del Prado Visit: Take in some culture with a trip to the Museo del Prado, one of the greatest art galleries in the world, and a definite highlight of any Madrid trip. Be inspired by its collections and exhibitions: the museum's main emphasis is 15th to 19th century Spanish, Flemish, and Italian art, but there is plenty of Goya and a wealth of paintings by Diego Velázquez.
- Gran Vía Visit: Shop, stroll, and people watch on the capital's most exciting street, Gran Via. Go early or late, the street stays awake all hours.
- Plaza Mayor Visit: Enjoy some spectacular people watching with a visit to the Plaza Mayor, the true heart of the city. Enjoy a coffee in one of the plaza’s many cafes and watch the world go by.
- Real Jardín Botánico Visit: Recover from an art overdose with a visit to the beautiful Real Jardin Botánico, a large botanical garden near the Prado Museum.
- Royal Palace (Palacio Real) Visit: See how kings and queens live, with a visit to the Palacio Real, the official (and uninhabited) palace of the King of Spain. Wander the rooms to take in some of the most elaborately decorated and furnished rooms you'll ever see.
Enjoy a short orientation walk around Madrid with a free day to explore. Opt to check out the world-famous museums, do some shopping or enjoy some fantastic food. Other options for exploring the city include the Palacio Real, Real Jardin Botánico or Escorial. Experience more nightlife at the Plaza del Dos de Mayo, in the area known as Malasaña. Taste some sangria and dance to the latest music.
Accommodation:
Hotel Europa
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Orientation With CEO: Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
- Free Time: Take a wander around this amazing city.
Optional Experiences
- Museo Nacional Del Prado Visit: Take in some culture with a trip to the Museo del Prado, one of the greatest art galleries in the world, and a definite highlight of any Madrid trip. Be inspired by its collections and exhibitions: the museum's main emphasis is 15th to 19th century Spanish, Flemish, and Italian art, but there is plenty of Goya and a wealth of paintings by Diego Velázquez.
- Gran Vía Visit: Shop, stroll, and people watch on the capital's most exciting street, Gran Via. Go early or late, the street stays awake all hours.
- Plaza Mayor Visit: Enjoy some spectacular people watching with a visit to the Plaza Mayor, the true heart of the city. Enjoy a coffee in one of the plaza’s many cafes and watch the world go by.
- Royal Palace (Palacio Real) Visit: See how kings and queens live, with a visit to the Palacio Real, the official (and uninhabited) palace of the King of Spain. Wander the rooms to take in some of the most elaborately decorated and furnished rooms you'll ever see.
- Real Jardín Botánico Visit: Recover from an art overdose with a visit to the beautiful Real Jardin Botánico, a large botanical garden near the Prado Museum.
Travel to the charming town of Sarria by train. Take some free time to explore before meeting up with the rest of your group.
Accommodation:
La Casona de Sarria
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Local Train: Climb aboard, take your seat, and get around like the locals do.
Optional Experiences
- Browse the Antique Shops: Sarria is the antique capital of Galicia. Check out an antique fair and browse the quirky furniture and historic art pieces.
Hike from Sarria to Portomarín throughout the course of the day. Pass through many lovely towns along the way and maybe choose to have a picnic in places such as Barbadelo, Renta or Ferreiros.
Accommodation:
Hotel Villajardin
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Camino de Santiago Walk: Start hiking from Sarria to Portomarín, covering about 23km (14 mi) and an elevation gave of 500m (1640 ft) over the course of the day. Pass through many lovely towns along the way and choose to have a picnic in places such as Barbadelo, Renta or Ferreiros. Spend the night in the riverside city of Portomarin.
Early start from Portomarin, continue walking through fantastic scenery with a rich history en route to Palas de Rei. Walk from Portomarin to Palas de Rei. Weary pilgrims can get a jolt of caffeine in one Palas de Rey's cafes or visit some of the local shops to grab some souvenirs.
Accommodation:
Pension Palas
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Camino de Santiago Walk: Get those walking shoes back on! Leave Portomarin behind in the early light of the morning to make the most of the day. This stretch of 25km (15 miles) is a mix of ups and downs through beautiful scenery with an elevation gain of 260m (853 ft). The entire area has a rich history, especially during the Middle Ages.
Continue the pilgrimage westwards, walking through the lush green valleys of Galicia. Continue walking through rural Spain. Take a break in the lively market town of Melide, and try octopus, Galicia's most classic dish, in one of the many 'pulperías'.
Accommodation:
El Chiquitin
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Camino de Santiago Walk: Head west and continue the pilgrimage, passing through the lush green valleys of Galicia. Covering about 15 km today, the day again passes through many lovely villages and towns along the way, offering ample opportunity for rest stops and time to pick up any needed supplies before arriving to Melide.
Follow the Camino from Melide to the village of Ribadiso and finally the town of Arzúa.
Accommodation:
Pensión Domus Gallery
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Camino de Santiago Walk: Leaving Melide, the Camino crosses several streams and follows a forest track to the village of Boente with its church of Santiago. Next is the scenic medieval village of Ribadiso and finally the town of Arzúa (389m). In Arzúa, visit the churches of Santa María and A Magdalena. Today's walk takes you 14km (8 mi) along the Camino, with an elevation gain of 330m (1082 ft).
The Camino walk will pass through pretty woods, sleepy villages and across streams most of the day.
Accommodation:
Amenal Hotel
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Camino de Santiago Walk: Walk through pretty woods, sleepy villages and across streams most of the day. The chapel of Santa Irene, with its unique statue of Santiago, is worth a visit. En-route, don't miss the lovely hamlet of Rúa (gaining 380m/1246 ft of elevation). The rest of the 22km (13 mi) route to Amenal is along a mix of good and calm country roads and forest tracks.
Enjoy a final day of walking through spectacular scenery towards the final destination.
Accommodation:
A Tafona do Peregrino
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Camino de Santiago Walk: Leave early in order to reach Santiago de Compostela in time for the pilgrim's mass. Walk the last part of the pilgrimage and enjoy the scenery before the baroque, painted towers of the cathedral come into view. Later, explore this fascinating city and sip some wine in a café to celebrate the incredible journey. Upon reaching our goal, the pilgrimage is not complete without a visit to the cathedral on the magnificent Praza do Obradoiro, which houses the supposed tomb of St. James the Apostle.
- Plaza Obradoiro Visit: Visit the cathedral on the magnificent Praza do Obradoiro, which houses the supposed tomb of St. James the Apostle. It is widely believed that his remains were buried here in the 1st century AD; from then onwards he became the patron saint of the Christian Crusades.
Optional Experiences
- Pazo de Raxoi Palace: Take in the beauty of this palace located in the Plaza del Obradoiro. Originally built as a seminary for confessors in 1766, it is the contemporary home of City Hall and the Galician government.
- Praza das Praterias Square: Visit the square to marvel at the Fuente de los Caballos - a glorious fountain created in 1825. With the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral in the background, this spot makes for a great photo-op.
- Santiago de Compostela Cathedral: Originally built as a small church over the tomb of St. James in 819AD, this now-grandiose cathedral has remained the end point of the spiritual pilgrimage to those walking the Camino de Santiago.
Depart at any time.
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Trip Inclusions
- Explore Madrid's Plaza Mayor and Gran Via at your own pace.
- Complete the last 100km of the pilgrim's trail and complete your "compostela" walk through small villages and towns.
- Enjoy hearty and delicious Spanish food.
- Walk into the cathedral in Santiago de Compostela.
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Orientation walk in Madrid
- Trekking along the pilgrimage route of Santiago de Compostela (6 days)
- Luggage transport throughout
- Transport between Madrid and the start of the trek
- Walking, local train
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout
- Hotels (9 Nights)
- 9 breakfasts
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included.
Operator
G Adventures came from a desire to deliver authentic and responsible small group travel adventures that were equally life-changing for travellers and the communities they visit. And we’re been doing just that for almost 30 years. Our award-winning trips span seven continents and over 100 countries, giving you meaningful more experiences with people, cultures, landscapes and wildlife, as well as offering you the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
Trip Style: Active
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Dates & Pricing
USD
Friday
01 May 2026
01 May 26
Madrid
Sunday
10 May 2026
10 May 26
Santiago de Compostela
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,329
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
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Sunday
03 May 2026
03 May 26
Madrid
Tuesday
12 May 2026
12 May 26
Santiago de Compostela
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,329
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
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Tuesday
05 May 2026
05 May 26
Madrid
Thursday
14 May 2026
14 May 26
Santiago de Compostela
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,329
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
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Friday
08 May 2026
08 May 26
Madrid
Sunday
17 May 2026
17 May 26
Santiago de Compostela
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,329
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Sunday
10 May 2026
10 May 26
Madrid
Tuesday
19 May 2026
19 May 26
Santiago de Compostela
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,329
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
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Friday
15 May 2026
15 May 26
Madrid
Sunday
24 May 2026
24 May 26
Santiago de Compostela
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,329
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Sunday
17 May 2026
17 May 26
Madrid
Tuesday
26 May 2026
26 May 26
Santiago de Compostela
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,329
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
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Sunday
24 May 2026
24 May 26
Madrid
Tuesday
02 Jun 2026
02 Jun 26
Santiago de Compostela
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,329
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
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Friday
29 May 2026
29 May 26
Madrid
Sunday
07 Jun 2026
07 Jun 26
Santiago de Compostela
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,329
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Note
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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