Itinerary
- Day 1
Santiago de Compostela to Sarria
You arrive in Santiago de Compostela and transfer to Sarria, which serves as your starting point for the final 100 km of the Camino. This medieval town sits at the gateway to your pilgrimage journey. Spend the day settling in and getting ready for what's ahead, taking time to rest after your travels and prepare yourself mentally for the walk.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Sarria Santiago de Compostela 
- Day 2
Sarria to Portomarin
Your pilgrimage starts today with an easier first walk through the green Galician countryside. Oak and chestnut trees shade the path as you make your way through small villages like Barbadelo and Ferreiros. By evening you'll reach Portomarin, a historic town where the original center now sits underwater beneath the Belesar Reservoir.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk from Sarria to Portomarin (22.2 km / approx. 5 hrs)
Landmarks Barbadelo Ferreiros Portomarin Belesar Reservoir - Day 3
Portomarin to Ligonde
Today involves a gradual climb up into the Sierra de Ligonde, where you'll reach about 725 metres in elevation. The walk is scenic and quiet, taking you past old churches, traditional stone crosses called cruzeiros, and villages including Castromaior, Ventas de Narón, and Ligonde. It's a peaceful day on the trail with good views.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk from Portomarin to Ligonde (24.8 km / approx. 6 hrs)
Landmarks Sierra de Ligonde Castromaior Ventas de Narón Ligonde - Day 4
Ligonde to Melide
You cross from Lugo province into A Coruna as you head through forested areas and quiet countryside. The route passes through Campo dos Romeiros and the small village of Leboreiro before you reach Melide. You'll cross a medieval bridge to get into town, a nice landmark after a full day of walking.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk from Ligonde to Melide (14.4 km / approx. 3 hrs)
Landmarks Campo dos Romeiros Leboreiro Melide - Day 5
Melide to Arzua
This is a shorter walking day, which gives your legs a bit of a break. You'll go through the charming Galician hamlets of Boente and Castaneda before arriving in Arzua. The town is known for its creamy local cheese, so try some after your walk. It feels like a well-deserved reward.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk from Melide to Arzua (14.1 km / approx. 3 hrs)
Landmarks Boente Castaneda Arzua - Day 6
Arzua to Santa Irene
As the end draws near, this quieter stage lets you think back on everything so far. Rolling hills and calm woodlands surround you throughout the day. By evening you'll be at your final overnight stop before Santiago, giving you a chance to mentally prepare for tomorrow's finish.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk from Arzua to final overnight stop (19.3-22.6 km / approx. 4 hrs)
- Day 7
Santa Irene to Santiago de Compostela
Today you walk the final stretch to Santiago. Excitement and emotion mix as you head toward your destination. You'll pass through Lavacolla and then climb Monte do Gozo, where you get your first real view of the cathedral spires. Arriving at Plaza do Obradoiro is the moment you've been working toward for days.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk from Santa Irene to Santiago de Compostela (16.1-19.4 km / approx. 4 hrs)
- Galician cheese tasting in Santiago
Optional Activities
- Attend the midday Pilgrim's Mass at the Cathedral
Landmarks Lavacolla Monte do Gozo Plaza do Obradoiro Santiago de Compostela Cathedral - Day 8
Departure from Santiago de Compostela
After breakfast, your pilgrimage journey comes to an end. You'll have time to reflect on the route you've completed and the distance you've covered over these past days before departing.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Santiago de Compostela
