THE ULTIMATE CAMINO FRANCÉS
From St. Jean Pied de Port to TO SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA
Dates 2026
THE ULTIMATE CAMINO Francés
Conquer the Legend: The Full 791 km Camino Francés (36-Day Tour)
Experience the ultimate pilgrimage: a truly transformative 36-day tour spanning the entire 791 km across Northern Spain. This is Europe’s most ancient and cherished pilgrimage route, beginning in the picturesque Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port (France) and culminating at the awe-inspiring Cathedral in Santiago de Compostela.
This fully guided adventure is led by our passionate, bilingual (English and Spanish-speaking) experts, ensuring your experience is seamless and extraordinary.
The Camino Francés is a journey steeped in history, spiritual profoundness, and cultural significance, famously leading to the resting place of Saint James.
A Feast for the Senses and the Soul: As you traverse four diverse autonomous Spanish regions, your senses will be rewarded.
The journey includes exclusive private tours of the iconic Cathedrals in Burgos, León, and Santiago de Compostela. Culinary delights abound: savor succulent regional lamb, pork, and fresh seafood like octopus, complemented by Navarra's robust red wines and Galicia's crisp Albariño whites. For lunch, our gourmet picnics cater to all dietary needs, consistently cited by clients as a highlight of the journey.
The Ultimate Challenge, Fully Supported: This tour is our longest and most challenging, requiring a reasonable level of fitness to conquer the Pyrenees, the highland Meseta, and the rolling hills of Galicia. To ensure your success over a month of walking, we ease the physical load:
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Luggage Transport: Provided on every leg, so you only worry about the path ahead.
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Support Van: Accessible at key daily points for water, snacks, and access to day bags.
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Comfortable Stays: Each day concludes in handpicked, peaceful accommodations, valued for their charm and proximity to the Camino.
A Segmented Journey: The tour is strategically broken into four stages: St. Jean-Pied-de-Port to Burgos, Burgos to León, León to Sarria, and Sarria to Santiago. You will be joined by pilgrims walking one or more of these segments, enriching your experience with a global community.
Upon completion, you will receive the prestigious Compostela certificate—a testament to your incredible pilgrimage achievement. Whether you seek spiritual enlightenment, cultural immersion, or a physical triumph, join us on this once-in-a-lifetime, fully supported, and transformative journey.
PRICE
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Price per person sharing a double/twin room: 9095 EUR
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Price per person for a private room: 11880 EUR
HIGHLIGHTS
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Embark on a transformative 500-mile pilgrimage that has been an enduring cornerstone of Spanish culture and history since the 8th century. Feel the profound challenges and rich rewards of this remarkable journey.
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Forge meaningful relationships with fellow pilgrims from around the world and build lasting memories together.
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Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring monuments that grace the Camino Francés. Embark on guided tours through the grandeur of Gothic cathedrals in Burgos, León, and Santiago.
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Explore the timeless beauty of Romanesque masterpieces, from Santa María de Eunate in Navarra to Vilar de Donas in Galicia.
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Savor unique and delicious regional cuisine such as pulpo (octopus with paprika), empanada (hearty savory pastry), albariño (Galician white wine) and caldo gallego (ham broth with chard and potatoes).
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Finally, reach your goal and arrive at the Plaza de Obradoiro in Santiago de Compostela, where you’ll see the magnificent cathedral that has welcomed pilgrims for centuries.
TRIP FACTS
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Trip Duration: 36 days/35 nights
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Walking Distance: 791 km/491.5 mi
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Meeting Point: Pamplona
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Departure City: Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port
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Arrival City: Santiago de Compostela
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Tour Availability: Guided group tour with fixed trip dates
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Accommodation: Excellent hotels, casas rurales, pazos, and manor houses
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Transportation: Van or bus (depending on group size)
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Language: English
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Guides: English and Spanish-speaking Camino experts
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Walking Hours: 6-8 hours per day
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
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35 nights’ accommodation
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All breakfasts, 13 lunches and 5 dinners, including wine and other drinks (While we guarantee the number of meals provided, the schedule outlined in the daily itinerary is subject to change based on restaurant availability, weather, and other factors)
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Pick up in Pamplona and transfer to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port
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Guided private tours of the cathedrals in Burgos, León and Santiago de Compostela
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Water and snacks along the way
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Luggage transport (limited to one 23 kg/50 lb piece of luggage per person)
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English and Spanish speaking guide(s)
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The Pilgrim’s Credencial, or Pilgrim’s Passport, and scallop shell
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Camino Francés Guide Book
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
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Travel to the start of your tour or from its end
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Meals and drinks not included in your tour
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Extraneous items purchased on your behalf by your Andaspain guide
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Guide gratuity (500 EUR/person/guide is suggested)
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Additional activities not outlined in the What’s Included section
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY
The Camino Francés is an almost 800Km-long tour walked over 36 days. This makes it the most challenging tour that we offer. The route traverses the whole of Spain and is very varied, including hills as well as plains, rocky footpaths and surfaced roads. With respect to navigation, the Camino Francés is very well marked, making it easy to navigate. This is a long-distance walk so you will have lots of time to become accustomed to covering a lot of ground each day. On this fully guided tour you have the luxury of our support vehicle should you need it.
READY TO START WALKING?
Our booking process involves two simple steps so that we can get to know each other, and ultimately ensure that you have an unforgettable experience. Once these steps are complete, all that await are the ones that take you to Santiago! STEP 1 Complete the Contact Form and we will be in touch. STEP 2 Once we make sure that we can provide you the experience of a lifetime, we will email you a link to our booking page. Your space is officially reserved after you fill out your information and pay a 20% deposit. Congratulations! We can’t wait to see you on the Camino!