Enjoy beautiful sceneries all along the way
Explore two Spanish regions: Castilla y Leon and Galicia
Time travel along 2000 years of history
Indulge yourself in en-suite rooms and with a high level of comfort all along the way.

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Departures:

>Self-Guided
Any time, all year round!

>Guided
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This Walking Holiday explores the 8th section of Via de la Plata, the longest of all Camino routes to Santiago de Compostela! It runs through the whole country from South to North, from the hot Andalousian plains to the green mountains of Galicia, from Arabian influenced buildings to traditional stone farmhouses and much more! This Camino in its whole offers most of Spain’s rich and mixed culture.

As we veer west, this 8th section on the Via de la Plata route to Santiago de Compostela offers some of the most rewarding views of the whole Camino. This portion of the Way also enters Galicia and runs through beautiful low mountains, making it challenging but offering great views all days long. We have balanced the geographical difficulties by splitting the stages in shorter walks so it is accessible to anybody with an average level of fitness.

Day 1 – Puebla de Sanabria
Perched on top of a hill, the small yet gorgeous old town of Puebla de Sanabria has plenty to offer. With its castle overlooking the town and the valley of Rio Tera and its cobble streets, the village is a nice spot to relax in a peaceful yet full of history location.

Town: ATM, Internet, shops, all facilities

Day 2 – Puebla de Sanabria to Requejo (12 km, 3h, +150m)
For the first walking day of this section, we start with a short and quiet stroll to Requejo. When leaving Puebla de Sanabria, we cross over Rio Castro. Later on, we start to climb up gradually onto natural paths through pine and oak woods, passing by the Romanesque Iglesia de Santiago de Terroso. Then, there are some great views of the mountains before you reach Requejo. Short transfer to your hotel in Puebla de Sanabria.

Town: ATM, Shops, all facilities Meals: Breakfast, dinner

Day 3 - Requejo to Lubian (18 km, 4h30, +350m -150m)
On morning, transfer from hotel back to Requejo. As soon as you leave Requejo, you will feel the appeal of Galicia even though you will only enter it the following day. Indeed, the peace of the countryside and the lovely route through oaks and brackens will undoubtedly bewitch you, even though the rocky and sometimes muddy paths can sometimes make this up and downhill walk a little difficult.

Town: ATM, Shops, all facilities Meals: Breakfast, dinner

Day 4 – Lubian to A Gudiña (23km, 6h, +150m -350m)
Soon after leaving Lubian, you will reach the Baroque church of Santuario de la Virgen de la Tuiza. Then, it is a challenging day as the Camino undulates through wood and farm lands with steep up and downs all day long. It also runs through charming villages and offers a beautiful walk before entering A Gudiña.

Town: ATM, Shops, all facilities Meals: Breakfast, dinner

Day 5 – A Gudiña
After breakfast, we bid you farewell.

Town: ATM, Internet, shops, all facilities Meal: Breakfast

• Luggage transferred from hotel to hotel
• En-suite Rooms
• Half Board during the hike
• Detailed Walking Notes
• Map
• Pilgrim passport

• Flights
• Insurance (recommended)
• Drinks
• Dinners in Ouebla de Sanabria and La Gudiña
• Transfer from/to airport