Dates of travel
| Traveling Between 11/07/2020 - 17/07/2020 |
| Departure Days Saturday |
| Adult Price€590.00 |
| Child Price-- |
| Infant Price-- |
What's Included
Price Includes
• En suite hotel accommodation
• Breakfast
• Daily luggage transfer
• Pilgrim’s kit (passport and shell)
• Detailed information prior to start
• 24/7 support telephone number
• Evening dinners (guided tours)
• Two experienced guides (guided tours)
• All transfers to and from airport (guided tours)
Price Excludes
• Flights are not included (available on request)
Single Supplement
• €100 per person
More Information
The Finisterre Camino is the only Camino de Santiago route that starts in the city of Santiago de Compostela.
The goal of this journey is the legendary spot known as Cape Finisterre, once believed to be the world’s westernmost point and the place where our souls ascended to Heaven. What makes this route particularly impressive is the prominent role played by the Atlantic Ocean and the beautiful Galician coastline.
This Finisterre Camino itinerary continues along the rugged coast to the fishing village of Muxía and the sanctuary of the Virgen de la Barca, a traditional pilgrimage destination in a spectacular location.
Cape Finisterre has somehow managed to maintain this sense of myth and for many pilgrims it marks the true end of the Camino adventure. What makes this route particularly impressive is the role played by the Atlantic Ocean and the beautiful Galician coastline. This Camino package, the only one that begins in Santiago de Compostela, continues to grow in popularity.
Stages:
• Santiago de Compostela – Negreira (22 km)
• Negreira – Olveiroa (33 km)
• Olveiroa – Cee (20 km)
• Cee - Finisterre (14 km)
Highlights:
• Winding your way through the beautiful and unspoilt Galician landscape.
• Encountering wonderful historical sites such as the medieval bridge in Ponte Maceiro, the romanesque church of Santa Maria das Areas in Finisterre village and the Sanctuary of the Virgen de la Barca in Muxía.
• Sampling the region’s famous wines and seafood dishes.
• Enjoying the breathtaking views around the Cape Finisterre peninsula.
The Finisterre Camino
Bed & Breakfast
This route is unique, and is the only route that starts in Santiago de Compostela. This route takes you along the Atlantic Coast, into areas steeped in history and culture. This route of the Camino pre-dates Christianity, and was a place that a number of pagan rituals took place.
Day 1. Arrival at Santiago de Compostela
Your journey starts in beautiful Santiago de Compostela, home to the tomb of the Apostle Saint James and the destination of all other Camino routes.
Visit the stunning Gothic Cathedral and the crypt containing the relics of Saint James, before strolling through the busy streets and plazas of the old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Overnight: Santiago de Compostela
Day 2. Santiago de Compostela - Negreira (22 km)
Once you cross the beautiful medieval bridge of Ponte Maceira, you will encounter wooded paths, rustic villages and rolling farmlands.
The day’s greatest challenge is the short but steep climb to Alto do Mar.
Overnight: Negreira
Day 3. Negreira - Olveiroa (33 km)
During today’s long stage you will come across bucolic landscapes and small villages. The town of Olveiroa in the Xallas River Valley offers some fine examples of Galician pastoral architecture.
Overnight: Olveiroa
Day 4. Olveiroa - Cee (20 km)
Today you walk along a stunning path that culminates at the southern end of the legendary Costa da Morte (Coast of Death), which gets its name from the many shipwrecks along its rugged shore. After spending so much time contemplating the colours of the land, your first view of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean will be unforgettable.
Overnight: Concurbion
Day 5. Cee - Finisterre (14 km)
A pleasant coastal trail that takes you along pretty beaches until your arrival at the seaside village of Finisterre, an authentic Galician fishing community where it is possible to sample some of the best seafood dishes in all of Spain.
You will check into your lodgings, kick back before collecting your pilgrim’s certificate for Finisterre (the Finisterrana), then walk the final two kilometers to Cape Finisterre.
Day 6.Local Walk to Historical sites
A long but beautiful stage that follows an unspoilt coastline and ends in the fishing village of Muxia.
There you can visit the Sanctuary of Nuestra Señora de la Barca where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared in a stone boat to offer solace and encouragement to the Apostle James.
Overnight: Muxia
Day 7. Transfer to Santiago de Compostela. Free Afternoon.
Make the most of your free afternoon in this beautiful historic city, one of the greatest holy cities in the world. Reflect on your journey in the cathedral, wander through the streets of the old quarter or enjoy some local cuisine (seafood dishes, almond tarts, etc).
Overnight: Santiago de Compostela
Day 8. Santiago de Compostela. Return home.
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the end of your Camino adventure.
Santiago to Finisterre 92km, ES
Highlights
• Winding your way through the beautiful and unspoilt Galician landscape.
• Encountering wonderful historical sites such as the medieval bridge in Ponte Maceiro, the romanesque church of Santa Maria das Areas in Finisterre village and the Sanctuary of the Virgen de la Barca in Muxía.
• Sampling the region’s famous wines and seafood dishes.
• Enjoying the breathtaking views around the Cape Finisterre peninsula.
Tips for walking the Camino
• Bring high quality footwear that you ae used to wearing along with high quality socks, to help prevent blisters.
• Make sure that our shoes and socks are always dry when you are walking.
• Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.
• Do some training before you embark on your trip. Some level of fitness will stand to you during this challenge.
• Don’t forget to use sunscreen!
• Check the weather forecast before you leave to make sure you bring the right gear with you.
• Don’t forget your camera!
• Take earplugs. A good night’s sleep is vital!