The Full Camino Primitivo

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18 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

16 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Challenging

Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

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Oviedo, Spain

Santiago De Compostela, Spain

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Highlights

Walking on the original Camino trail between Oviedo and Santiago de Compostela

Experiencing the real pilgrim feeling by getting completely off the beaten track

Visiting and staying in authentic villages with intimate testimonies of true devotion

Discovering vast and impressive landscapes, which are green and lush throughout the year

Itinerary

Step back through centuries of history on the 'Full Camino Primitivo,' an 18-day moderate walking tour for experienced travelers and seniors. Journey from Oviedo to Santiago de Compostela, passing through Salas, Lugo, and Arzúa along the legendary route walked by millions of pilgrims since the 9th century. Traverse dark woods, mountain passes, and friendly rural villages, with each day revealing new historical sites and breathtaking natural beauty. In Melide, join the bustling French route before the final approach to Santiago. The USP of this trip is the opportunity to walk the entire original Camino, immersing yourself in a living tradition that’s as meaningful as it is scenic.

day 1Arrive Oviedo

Make your own way to Oviedo, the capital of Asturias. If you arrive early in the afternoon, we recommend visiting the Gothic Cathedral devoted to San Salvador, the historic holy site where the Camino begins. This evening you can enjoy the city’s lively atmosphere, and explore the charming lanes in the old town and traditional cider houses around the corner from your comfortable hotel.

day 2Through Asturian countryside to Grado, transfer to Sama de Grado (7hrs, 25km/15.5mi)

day 3Walk Grado to Salas via Cornellana Monastery (6hrs, 22km/13.7mi)

day 4Cross forests and woodlands to Tineo (6hrs, 19.8km/12mi)

day 5Through woodland and via Obona monastery to Campiello (5hrs, 14km/8.8mi)

day 6Transfer to La Mortera, walk via El Palo Pass to Berducedo (7hrs, 21km/13mi)

day 7Continue to Grandas de Salime (5hrs, 15km/9.5mi)

day 8Rest day in Grandas or walk to Castro and return by taxi (5km/3.2mi)

day 9Transfer to Castro, walk to Fonsagrada in Galicia (6hrs, 20km/12.6mi)

day 10Walk to Paradavella and transfer back to Fonsagrada (4.5hrs, 14km/8.75mi)

day 11Transfer back to Paradavella and continue to Castroverde (6hrs, 20km/12.5mi)

day 12Walk to Lugo (6hrs, 21.7km/13.6mi)

day 13Walk to the village of Ferreira (6.5-7hrs, 26.5km/16.5mi)

day 14Walk via Monte da Feira to Melide (5hrs, 20km/12.5mi)

day 15Continue to Arzua on the French Way (4hrs, 14km/9mi)

day 16Walk to O Pino (5hrs, 18km/11.3mi)

day 17Walk to Santiago de Compostela (5-6hrs, 21km/13mi)

day 18Trip concludes

What's Included

Accommodation

17 nights in a mix of 2-4 star city and comfortable rural hotels and village pensions on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities

Meals

17 breakfasts, 9 dinners: Breakfasts are usually continental inclusive of breads, cheese, ham, tea, coffee & juices. Dinner will consist of 3 courses, usually starting with a salad, followed by chicken, red meat, fish or a pasta dish & finishing with a dessert of fruit or cakes

Others

Digital information pack including smartphone app with maps and guidebook per room bookedLuggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 18kg, supplement applies for excessTransfers as described (days 2, 3, 6, 9, 10, 11)Emergency hotline

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