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Saint James Way

Rioja, Spain
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Duration

6 Nights 7 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English

Overview

Duration : 6 Nights / 7 Days

Destinations : Rioja – Burgos – Fromista – Leon – Santiago De Compostela

Itinerary

Camino de Santiago or the Way of St James, a historic pilgrimage route that people have been following for over 1,000 years. The tour takes you through small villages and scenic routes until you reach the tomb of the Apostle Saint James in Santiago de Compostela. And if you are looking for a broader Spain trip package, call us.

Day 1: Arrive in Madrid – La Rioja - Santo Domingo De La Calzada

Upon your arrival at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport, you will be greeted by our tour representatives. From the airport, they will drive you to Logrono, a city located in La Rioja. The places you will be visiting here include the Church of Santa Maria de Palacio and the Municipal Pilgrim’s Hostel.

Spend the night at the Parador Santo Domingo De La Calzada, a hotel which was once a 12th-century hospital. It was built by St. Dominic, who treated the pilgrims travelling on the Way of St. James.

Day 2: Logrono - Vivanco Museum of Wine Culture

Today, you will learn about wineries and wine making. La Rioja is one of the world’s best wine-growing regions in the country. You will also visit Briones to the Vivanco Cultura de Vino (Vivanco Museum of Wine Culture) to learn about the history and production of wine.

Later, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of San Millán Yuso and Suso Monasteries, before returning to your hotel for the night.

Day 3: Logrono - Burgos - Burgos Cathedral

Today, make your way from Logrono to the city of Burgos. Visit the Burgos Cathedral, a Catholic church that is dedicated to the Virgin Mary situated in Burgos’ historical centre.

Day 4: Burgos - Fromista – Leon

On the fourth day of your trip, depart Burgos and head towards Carrion de Los Condes to visit the Monastery of San Zoilo. After this, leave for Fromista where you can take in the architectural beauty of the church named San Martin de Fromista.

Your next stop will be the city of Leon, where you will be visiting the Monastery of San Pedro de Eslonza, the Church of Santa Ana, and the Church of El Mercado. Spend the night at the Hostal de San Marcos, a historic hostel whose construction started in the 16th century.

Day 5: León – Astorga – Ponferrada – Santiago de Compostela

In the morning, drive to the city of Santiago De Compostela and visit its popular tourist attractions. On this day, You will explore the numerous beautiful sites in Leon, including the Palace of Gaudí Astorga, the Cathedral of Santa Maria de Astorga, Ponferrada Castle, and Santo Tomás de las Ollas.

Day 6: Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela

After relishing a scrumptious breakfast, leave to visit the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. This church is the burial site of Saint James the Great, who was one of the apostles of Jesus Christ. Boasting a Romanesque design, the structure also has Baroque and Gothic elements.

Day 7: Depart Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela

Once you’re done with breakfast in the morning, check out of your hotel and head to the airport to board your flight back home.

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Rioja, Spain

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