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The Camino in Style - 13 Days
Camino de SantiagoCamino Frances

The Camino in Style - 13 Days

13 Days
Easy to Moderate

Overview

Experience the very best of the Northern Camino pilgrimages on this private, bespoke itinerary designed for groups of two or more. Free from crowds, busy roads and public transport, private transfers connect the finest sections of three distinct Camino routes, creating a seamless and deeply immersive walking experience. The journey combines the two main routes via the ancient Caminos Vadiniense and Lebaniego — the old connections once used by pilgrims to visit significant relics along the way. The landscapes shift dramatically throughout, from the dry central plateau and flatlands of Castile and León to the lush Cantabrian coast and the craggy peaks of the Picos de Europa. A Camino experience unlike any other.

Highlights

  • Dedicated local and experienced support driver
  • 12 nights accommodation with an emphasis on authenticity and comfort, including 4-star hotels
  • The beautiful Basque country
  • Lush forest, olive groves, picturesque mountains and villages
  • Experience the remarkable enormity and emptiness of central Spain
  • The thrill of finishing your pilgrimage, walking up to the stunning cathedral in Santiago de Compostela
  • A delicious, diverse range of regional wine regions and cuisines

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotel (12 nights)

Transfers

  • Luggage Transfers
  • Private Vehicle Transfers

Meals

13 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 2 dinners

Guidance & Support

  • Itinerary & Walk Notes
  • Walking App for Navigation
  • 24/7 on-trip support

How We Rate This Walk

2

Stroll Walking Grade

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.

View Fitness Guide

11

Days on the trail

11-25 km

Average per walking day

184-957 m

Gain per day

4/10

Trail difficulty

Where You'll Stay

Accommodation on this journey has been handpicked to reflect the character and history of the Camino. Each property is comfortable and chosen for its personality and warmth rather than its star rating. Expect a consistent three-and-a-half-star standard throughout, with some four-star upgrades along the way.


What You'll Eat

Twelve breakfasts, seven lunches and two evening meals are included throughout the walk. In larger towns where restaurant choices are plentiful, the freedom to choose where you eat is part of the experience — your walk notes include a handpicked dossier of local recommendations, favouring the places where locals actually eat rather than tourist traps.

Note: Drinks and alcohol are not included with meals, with the exception of tea, coffee and juice served with breakfast.

More About This Trip

The walk begins in Bilbao, easily reached from anywhere in Europe by plane or train. International visitors may require a connecting flight. The walk ends in Santiago de Compostela, which has its own international airport with connections to major European cities, as well as train services to destinations across Spain.

This walk is available from March through to November. The Camino Frances is a lively route year-round, with local festivals and celebrations dotting the calendar from Galician literature festivals to the nationwide festivities of Semana Santa. Whenever you walk, there is likely something worth stopping for along the way.

This itinerary covers seven walking stages, each carefully selected to showcase the most beautiful and emblematic sections of the Camino Frances, Vadiniense, Lebaniego and Norte. Private transfers connect each stage, meaning you walk only the finest stretches and skip the less rewarding sections entirely. Daily distances average around 15km, with options to extend most days if you have the energy. The terrain varies by region but is generally on wide, well-maintained paths and tracks. One day involves a sustained climb into Galicia, though the gradient is steady and very manageable. Full daily distances and elevation details are available in the itinerary.

Travel insurance is required for all Stroll walking holidays, covering cancellation costs, loss of luggage and injury. For international trips, your policy must also include medical evacuation coverage. A cancellation fee applies if you cancel after your holiday has been confirmed. See the FAQ section for full details.

A detailed information pack and itinerary will be sent to you around six weeks before departure, covering everything you need to know for a seamless experience. In the meantime, our team is always on hand to answer any questions.

Dates & Pricing

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Frequently asked questions

Your main luggage is transferred between accommodations each day, so you only need to carry a daypack on the trail. Bags must be left at the hotel reception by 9am — earlier if possible to avoid delays. The maximum weight is 20kg per bag in Spain and 13kg in France. Please do not attach items such as bags, umbrellas or footwear to the outside of your luggage as the transfer service cannot be held responsible for lost items. Broken wheels and handles are also not covered by the transfer service. If you are carrying valuables in your luggage, please let the transfer service know so they can take extra care.

Unfortunately, walkers cannot travel with the luggage. The information you are provided with has details for local taxi numbers, bus and train timetables should you wish to not walk on any day. Your accommodation hosts will also have up to date information and advice should you wish to travel to the next destination by local transport. As always, you can call us in the office should you need help during your walk.

Of course, please let us know at the time of booking if you would like to extend your time.

We don't allow children under the age of 16 to do this walk.

Absolutely. Many people choose to complete stages of the Camino as a solo walker. There are many people walking the route, and many of the overnight stays welcome hordes of walkers, which means you can choose to walk your own journey or join in the camaraderie of walking with others.

Subject to a single occupancy payment, single rooms are available. However, due to the limited accommodation single rooms might not always be available for every night of the tour, but we will let you know your options throughout the booking process.

Lugrono and Burgos are vibrant towns, which has been welcoming Camino walkers for centuries! Both Burgos and Legrono are great plalces to add a rest day.

Coverage is generally good in towns and populated areas along the route, though more remote and mountainous stretches can be patchy. Stroll provides GPX files that can be downloaded and viewed offline, making navigation straightforward even without reception. Always follow the Camino scallop shell waymarkers — the route is exceptionally well signed throughout.

Breakfast is included in your package each day. For lunch, dinner and personal expenses, a budget of approximately €35 to €50 per day is a reasonable guide. Pilgrim menus at local restaurants are a budget-friendly option and a genuine part of the Camino experience. Your budget should also account for snacks, drinks and any optional activities along the way.

Yes. While credit cards are widely accepted in larger towns, smaller villages, cafes and rural establishments often prefer or only accept cash. Carry a mix of both and withdraw cash in larger towns where ATMs are more readily available. The currency in both France and Spain is the Euro.

Shops, cafes and most services close during the afternoon siesta, typically from around 2pm to 5pm or later. Plan your lunch stops and any shopping around these hours to avoid being caught out.

Yes. As only breakfast is provided as part of your package, lunch and dinner are your own to arrange, giving you full flexibility along the route. Please advise us of any dietary requirements at the time of booking so we can inform your accommodation hosts. On check-in, reconfirm your requirements directly with reception. Pilgrim menus at local restaurants typically offer good variety and can usually accommodate common dietary needs.

The Camino passes through many significant religious sites, including cathedrals in Pamplona, León and Santiago de Compostela. Dress respectfully when visiting. Covering shoulders and knees is customary at most churches and cathedrals along the route.

Key items include comfortable and well broken-in hiking shoes or boots, a lightweight waterproof jacket, a hat, sunscreen and a 25 to 30 litre daypack. Walking poles are useful in the earlier mountainous stages but less necessary on the flatter terrain closer to Santiago. A basic first aid kit, including blister treatment, is strongly recommended. A full packing list will be provided after your booking is confirmed.

The Camino is a deeply personal journey and there is no single right way to walk it. Whether you take a taxi on a tough day, stay in a private hotel or simply walk at your own pace, what matters most is what you bring to the journey. Stroll is here to make your Camino as comfortable and memorable as possible, however you choose to walk it.

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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

£2,810/person