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Full Camino Norte

BM-20264
4.5Based on
38 days

Carbon neutral

Tour Type
Private
Max Group Size
15
Age Requirement
18 - 99 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
ChallengingDemands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

Starts

Ends

San Sebastian, Spain

Santiago De Compostela, Spain

Highlights

Walking the Camino Norte from San Sebastian to Santiago

Visiting the foodie paradise and seaside town of San Sebastian

Bilbao with its great art and architecture

Walking through a variety of landscapes, including the dramatic coastline of the Asturias region

Enjoying the camaraderie of fellow hikers and pilgrims

Itinerary

Embark on the "Full Camino Norte"—a 38-day self-guided walking odyssey tracing one of the original Camino de Santiago routes from San Sebastian to Santiago de Compostela. Ideal for dedicated walkers and cultural explorers, this moderate-level journey follows the dramatic coastline of the Bay of Biscay through 35 destinations, including Bilbao, Villaviciosa, and Arzúa.

The route combines challenging mountain paths and quieter trails, with stops in picturesque fishing villages, fertile valleys, and vibrant cities like Bilbao—home to the Guggenheim Museum. The changing scenery alternates between rugged coastlines, lush countryside, and historic towns, offering both ancient and modern architectural gems.

The unique selling point of this tour package is its comprehensive coverage of the entire northern Camino, providing a quieter, more scenic alternative to the popular French route. With accommodations, meals, and logistics handled, you can focus on the transformative experience of this classic pilgrimage.

Day 1Arrive in San Sebastian/Donostia
Day 2Walk via Zarautz to Getaria (6.5hrs)
Day 3Continue along the coast to Deba (5.5-6.5hrs)
Day 4Head inland to the mountains and Markina-Xemein (6hrs)
Day 5On to Gernika (6.5hrs)
Day 6Continue to Lezama (5.5hrs)
Day 7Walk to Bilbao (3.5hrs)
Day 8Metro to Portugalete, walk along the coast to Castro Urdiales (7.5hrs)
Day 9On to Liendo (5-6hrs)
Day 10Walk and by boat to Noja (5.5-6.5hrs)
Day 11Continue to Galizano (6hrs)
Day 12Continue to Santander on foot and by boat (3-4hrs)
Day 13Transfer to Ermita, then walk to Santillana del Mar (5.5hrs)
Day 14On to Comillas (5-6hrs)
Day 15To San Vicente de la Barquera (3.5hrs)
Day 16To Bustio (4-5hrs)
Day 17On to Llanes near the Picos de Europa (6hrs)
Day 18Walk to Ribadesella (8hrs)
Day 19Enjoy views of the coast en route to Colunga (5.5hrs)
Day 20To Villaviciosa (4.5hrs)
Day 21On to Gijon (7hrs)
Day 22To Aviles (6hrs)
Day 23On to Soto del Barco (4-5hrs)
Day 24Continue to Soto de Luiña (5-6hrs)
Day 25Walk from Soto de Luiña to Cadavedo (5-6hrs)
Day 26Head inland to Luarca (4.5-5hrs)
Day 27To Navia (5-6hrs)
Day 28Transfer to La Caridad and walk to Ribadeo (5-6hrs)
Day 29Walk to Villamartin Grande, transfer to Ribadeo (5hrs)
Day 30Transfer back to Villamartin Grande, on foot to Mondonedo (5hrs)
Day 31Walk to Abadin (4.5hrs)
Day 32Walk to Vilalba (5.5hrs)
Day 33To Seixón de Abaixo, transfer to your accommodation (8hrs)
Day 34Transfer to Seixón or Miraz, walk to Sobrado dos Monxes, (7-8hrs)
Day 35Join the Camino Frances in Arzua (6hrs)
Day 36On to Rua (6hrs)
Day 37Final stage to Santiago (5-6hrs)
Day 38Trip concludes
Full Camino Norte

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What's Included

Accommodation
37 nights in a combination of comfortable hotels & farmhouse B&Bs on a twin share basis generally with ensuite facilities
Meals
36 breakfasts (not available in Bustio). Continental breakfasts are served and will often consist of breads, spreads, yoghurt, cheese, tea, coffee & juices.
Others
Digital information pack with route notes, maps & GPXLuggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excessTransfers as listed in the itinerary on days 13, 28, 29, 30, 33 and 34Pilgrim PassportEmergency hotline

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Customer Reviews

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AnonymousOn Jun 22, 2025

Overall trip went well. A few areas that could be improved.

AnonymousOn Jun 14, 2025

Worth going for the beauty!

AnonymousOn Jul 18, 2024

We walked the Camino Norte which was spectacular and challenging some days. Overall we were very satisfied with UTracks. Their accommodations were basically good, sometimes we were pleasantly surprised and sometimes they were less than we hoped. We would consider booking again with UTracks.

AnonymousOn Oct 29, 2023

Thank you for organising our Camino walk. It was the holiday of a lifetime. I loved meeting so many great people from all over the world, walking with others, sharing meals with them, exploring the towns and cities with them. There was so much to see, stunning scenery, great food… I didn’t want to stop! Now back at home I am getting lots of messages on WhatsApp from my new Camino family.

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