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Camino de Santiago from León

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Camino de Santiago from León

4,8
(518 reviews)
15
Days
14
Nights
310
km
13
Stages
Aprile - Ottobre
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The journey

The journey, at a glance

An unforgettable journey of approximately 310 km in 13 stages, starting from the historic city of León and leading to Santiago de Compostela. The route crosses sweeping plains, the green hills of Galicia, picturesque villages and majestic cathedrals, culminating with the legendary arrival at the Cathedral square.

Partenza storica da León con cattedrale goticaAttraversamento della Meseta spagnolaCruz de Hierro (punto iconico del Cammino)Salita a O Cebreiro (1300m) e ingresso GaliciaBoschi rigogliosi e paesaggi variegatiMilestone marcatore km100 da SantiagoMonte Gozo con vista della CattedraleArrivo a Plaza do Obradoiro - Santiago de Compostela
Itinerary

Map, and itinerary

DAY 1

Arrival in León

Gothic cathedral, Gaudí palace, medieval lanes

DAY 2

León > Hospital Orbigo32 km

Mostly tarmac, minimal elevation change

DAY 3

Hospital Orbigo > Astorga17 km

Red earth, magnificent views, monumental attractions

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DAY 4

Astorga > Foncebadón26 km

Gradual climb to 1400m, magnificent views

DAY 5

Foncebadón > Ponferrada27 km

Cruz de Hierro, Manjarín, demanding descent

DAY 6

Ponferrada > Villafranca del Bierzo24 km

Green hills, vineyards, Church of Santiago

DAY 7

Villafranca > O Cebreiro28 km

The dreaded climb (640m in 8km), entering Galicia

DAY 8

O Cebreiro > Triacastela21 km

Mostly downhill, green hills, woodland

DAY 9

Triacastela > Sarria18 km

An easy stage, option to visit Samos monastery (+7km)

DAY 10

Sarria > Portomarín22 km

100 km marker, stone stairway

DAY 11

Portomarín > Palas de Rei25 km

Forest path, climbing to 725m

DAY 12

Palas de Rei > Arzúa29 km

The longest stage, Melide (octopus), Ribadiso village

DAY 13

Arzúa > Pedrouzo19 km

A recovery stage, walking in the shade of the trees

DAY 14

Pedrouzo > Santiago de Compostela20 km

Monte Gozo, pilgrim monument, Plaza Obradoiro, Compostela

DAY 15

Return home
Included and customise

Already included, you shape everything else

The base journey is complete as it stands. Every experience is personal: you can adjust stages, add services or extra days before you set off. All of this happens in your consultation call.

Already included

  • Dedicated 30-minute consultation
  • Full trip organisation
  • Bed and breakfast stays
  • 24/7 phone support
  • Sports medical insurance
  • Dedicated personal adviser
  • Pilgrim credential
  • GPS tracks
  • Full travel documentation
  • Gift box delivered home

Customise

  • Return flights
  • Backpack transfer
  • Private transfers
  • Cancellation insurance
  • Private guide
  • Trip extensions
  • Dinners

Every addition is discussed in your consultation. No hidden costs.

Travel lines

Three ways to walk the route

Wayure doesn't offer tiers of value. Same route, same method, three different hospitality contexts.

Essence

Grounded · Essential · Shared

The most direct form of the walk

Shared hospitality, comfort kept to what's needed. For those who put experience before a good night's sleep.

Less comfort. More walking.

755

from · flights excluded

Minimal

Understated · Functional · Pragmatic

The essentials, in private

Your own space, without excess. Privacy without seeking superior comfort.

Less form. More function.

1,240

from · flights excluded

Serenity

Relaxed · Protected · Fluid

Walking with a lighter mind

More comfort, more attention to rest. A journey designed to ease the mind.

Fewer worries. More care.

1,890

from · flights excluded

It's not a price scale. It's not a value scale. It's a scale of attitude and context.

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Let yourself be inspired, photos from the route

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CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE

Grounded · Essential · Shared

The most direct form of the walk

755

starting from · flights excl.

Shared hospitality, comfort kept to what's needed. For those who put experience before a good night's sleep.

Less comfort. More walking.

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Made for you

Leave when you want, add days or services, change stages.

Reviews

What they say, those who've walked with us

4,8

518 reviews verified

Foto viaggio  — Aldo Menini
Foto viaggio  — Aldo Menini
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mercoledì 27 Maggio, 2026
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Aldo Menini

Verified

Dopo la splendida esperienza della Rota Vicentina, chiedo a a Deborah di organizzarmi un cammino in liguria in 5 giorni: le due tappe finali della via del sale…

mercoledì 27 Maggio, 2026
ES

ELENA SCACCHI

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E stato un cammino che ha permesso di liberare la mente per qualche giorno, immerso in una natura spettacolare . ogni giorno una sorpresa. Baciate anche dal so…

Foto viaggio  — Wilfried Rickertsen
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mercoledì 27 Maggio, 2026
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Wilfried Rickertsen

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It was a wonderful hike. Everything worked out perfectly. All the accommodations were very well chosen, and the luggage transport worked excellently. I can high…

FAQ

Questions, the most common ones

Why are there no fixed departure dates?

Because this journey is built around you, you choose the date that suits your schedule. It's not a package or a group trip, so you're free to leave whenever you like.

Is it safe to go alone?

All our routes are personally tested for safety and signage, and can comfortably be walked without a guide or companion.

What does Solo & Friends mean?

Solo & Friends journeys are unique experiences that let you explore the world on foot, in full independence and on your own terms. Every journey is tailored to you, with no groups or guides.

Can I book my own flight?

Absolutely, you can book your flight independently. If you book through us, it'll be included in the travel contract and covered if you take out cancellation insurance.

How does cancellation insurance work?

With cancellation insurance in place, you can cancel your journey up to the morning of departure for certified reasons.

What if I have a problem during the journey?

For any issue during your trip, you can reach our support team, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Why aren't dinners included?

Our philosophy is that you discover the culture of a place through its food and wine. We don't include dinners to avoid fixed menus of poor quality. We've hand-picked hotels and guesthouses steps away from the best local restaurants.

What's the difference between Essence, Minimal and Serenity?

They are three hospitality styles, not three levels of journey quality. Essence means shared accommodation in a hostel. Minimal means a private room in simple, functional properties. Serenity means top-choice properties with greater comfort. Wayure's organisation, the route and the support are identical across all three lines.

Is Essence a budget option?

Essence isn't a low-cost line. It's the choice for those who prefer shared hospitality and want to experience the walk in its most direct form. The price is lower because the accommodation is simpler, not because the service is lesser.

Does the organisation change between lines?

No. All lines include: tailored route planning, logistics, support before, during and after the journey, and all standard Wayure services. Only the hospitality level changes.

Camino de Santiago from León

310 km from León to Santiago de Compostela through varied landscapes and cultural richness.

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