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Camino, Relaxed Final Stage: Sarria to Santiago - 9 Days

Camino, Relaxed Final Stage: Sarria to Santiago - 9 Days

9 Days
Easy

Overview

Walk the final 100 kilometres of the world's most famous pilgrimage at a relaxed and unhurried pace, joining walkers from across the globe on one of the most rewarding sections of the Camino Frances. The route begins in the Galician town of Sarria, the last point from which pilgrims can qualify for the official Compostela certificate, and winds through rolling green countryside, medieval villages and ancient woodland before the spires of Santiago de Compostela cathedral finally come into view. Collect your Compostela Certificate on arrival and join the centuries-long tradition of pilgrims who have made this journey before you.

Highlights

  • Hike the final 100km of the Camino from Sarria to Santiago and collect your coveted Compostela (pilgrim's certificate)
  • Discover ancient churches and medieval towns that have welcomed Camino trekkers for centuries
  • Walk alongside fellow pilgrims, enjoying the spirituality aspect of the Camino
  • Visit the Church of El Salvador, a national monument to the Knights of Santiago
  • Hop between tapas bars, sampling typical Galician dishes
  • Enjoy the thrill of walking into Santiago's Plaza de Obradoiro and to the steps of the impressive Baroque cathedral
  • A day to explore and enjoy the stunning city of Santiago de Compostela at your leisure

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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive Sarria

The bustling Galician town of Sarria marks the start of the final Camino stage to Santiago de Compostela. Beyond its modern centre, seek out the historic streets where you can visit the 13th-century O’Salvador gothic church and the medieval fortress of Sarria. Later on, collect your pilgrim passport and try out typical tapas dishes of pimientos de padrón (fried peppers) and pulpo a feira (octopus cooked in olive oil and paprika).

Accommodation

Hotel in Sarria

Day 2Walk to Portomarin
22 km
Day 3Walk to Palas de Rei
24 km
Day 4Walk to Melide
15 km
Day 5Walk to Arzua
14 km
Day 6Walk to O Pino / O Pedrouzo
18 km
Day 7Walk to Santiago de Compostela
21 km
Day 8Rest day in Santiago de Compostela
Day 9Onward Travel
Sarria to Portomarin

What's Included

Accommodation

8 Hotel

Meals

8 breakfasts, 0 lunches, and 0 dinners

Transfers

  • Luggage Transfers

Guidance & Support

  • Printed itinerary & walk notes
  • Stroll walking app
  • 24/7 on-trip support

How We Rate This Walk

2

Stroll Walking Level

Easy to Moderate

Rated by our team — we walk every route before we recommend it.

Mostly flat terrain with some gentle inclines. Suitable for anyone with basic fitness who enjoys walking.

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6

Days on the trail

14-24 km

Average per walking day

260-528 m

Gain per day

2/10

Trail difficulty

Where You'll Stay

Nights are spent in small, family-run hotels and guesthouses that have been welcoming Camino walkers for many years. All rooms are ensuite, and the atmosphere is characteristically warm, with most fellow guests sharing the same journey.

Note: Single rooms are available but limited on this route. If travelling with others but requiring a single room, early booking is strongly advised. A single occupancy fee applies.

Vistalegre bar
Benilde hotel exterior
Vistalegre bedroom 3
Alfonso IX bedroom 3
Alfonso IX lobby
Vistalegre bar area

What You'll Eat

Breakfasts are included throughout the walk. Many of the accommodations have their own restaurants serving regional dishes with local ingredients, and dinners can be added as a supplement each evening if preferred. Lunches are yours to discover along the way — local cheeses, cured meats and the remarkable variety of breads found along the Camino make for a great midday spread.

Note: Please advise us of any food allergies or intolerances at the time of booking so we can inform your hosts. If you have severe allergies, bringing some of your own snacks is recommended.

Spanish tapas
Camino, Relaxed Final Stage: Sarria to Santiago - 9 Days food
Camino, Relaxed Final Stage: Sarria to Santiago - 9 Days food
Camino, Relaxed Final Stage: Sarria to Santiago - 9 Days food

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The Camino Frances Experience

Wonder
Cross the Pyrenees from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Roncesvalles on the Napoleonic route
Admire León’s cathedral, Gaudí’s Casa Botines and Astorga’s Episcopal Palace
Stroll into Plaza de Obradoiro and Santiago’s majestic cathedral for your Compostela
Wellness
Camaraderie on the Camino - Strangers become family, silence becomes prayer, every step a pilgrimage of the soul.
Spend two nights in Santiago rest your tired legs and soak up the pilgrim atmosphere
Unwind in Santo Domingo’s former pilgrim hospital, now a luxury Parador
Nature
Panoramic valleys from Alto del Perdon and oak-beech woods beyond Roncesvalles
Heather, oak and far-reaching views on the climb to Cruz Ferro
Galicia’s green hills, eucalyptus woods and O Cebreiro’s stone houses

From

£925/person

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