Frequently Asked Questions

Commiting to the Camino (especially in one go) is a big commitment and you will undoubtably have a huge number of questions and queries.

I hope the answers below will go some way to answering your queries, alternatively I would strongly suggest you visit the Camino Forum or Camino de Santiago website which have a wealth of information on the Camino.

How fit do I need to be?

The average daily distance of our Camino tours are between 20 and 25 kilometers and you can expect to walk for between five and eight hours each day. You should do as much walking as possible prior to your walk as this will simply add to your enjoyment. That said if you are not at peak fitness you will find you will soon walk yourself fit. 

What type of trails does the Camino follow?

A mixture of farm/dirt tracks, minor roads and footpaths. The route is comprehensively marked and an important pilgrimage route so there will always be other walkers around.

How far in advance do I need to book?

We suggest you book as far in advance as possible as the Camino is extremely popular especially in Holy Years (when 25 July is on a Sunday) when numbers rise by up to 100 000 people. We will always try and accommodate late bookings but realistically you need to book at least 6 weeks prior to departure.

Why is baggage transfer optional?

Only a small number of walkers utilise our baggage transfer service on the Camino and we therefore price per transfer of up to 4 bags. This does make it relatively costly for solos or couples booking bag transfer.  As you are staying in hotels, rural hotels and hostels if you look carefully at what you need you will find you can cut down your pack to about 10kg and this is perfectly comfortable to wear when walking. You will of course have to wash clothes etc occasionally to keep comfortable. If you would prefer a lighter load and a range of clothes our baggage transfer service is a great option and cuts down on the washing up.

When is the best time of year?

I would recommend April/May when the spring flowers are at there best and September/October when the colours are just lovely. June, July and August can be very hot if you are not used to walking in the heat while the temperatures can fall sharply in the winter although the trail is always open.

What happens if I can’t walk a stage?

Public transport and taxis are generally available.

Can I change my itinerary once I start walking?

Unfortunately we are unable to change your accommodation bookings and itinerary once you start walking as alterantive accommodation is generally not available at such short notice.