Customized Camino Tours in Spain - Our Most Popular Packages Camino Francés The French Way of St. Jamesthe complete version of 778 km Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port/ France – Pamplona/ Spain – Logroño – Santo Domingo de la Calzada – Burgos – Léon – Astorga – Ponferrada – Arzúa – Santiago de Compostela Camino Francés Sarria - Santiago Sarria - Ferreiros - Castromajor -Palas del Rei - Melide - Arzúa - Salceda -Amenal - Santiago de Compostela Camino Primitivo The oldest Way of St. James Oviedo – Grado – Salas – Tineo – Borres – Berducedo – Grandas de Salime – A Fonsagrada – O Cádavo – Lugo – Ferreira – Melide – Arzúa – Santiago de Compostela Would you like to discover more Camino de Santiago routes in Spain? Here you will find all offers Caminho Português - Your pilgrimage on the Portuguese Way of St James Camino Portugués de la Coasta Portuguese Coastal Route Porto/ Portugal – Vila do Conde – Apúlia – Anha – Caminha - Oia/ Spanien – A Ramallosa - Vigo – Redondela – Pontevedra - Calda de Reis – Padrón – Santiago de Compostela Camino Portugués Central Central Route Porto/ Portugal - Arcos - Barcelos - Balugaes - Ponte de Lima - Rubiaes - Tui/ Spain - Porriño - Redondela - Pontevedra - Calda de Reis - Padrón - Santiago de Compostela You can find more information about the Way of St James in Portugal here Guided Group Tours on the Camino de Santiago Guided Group - Camino Francés Sarria - Santiago Sarria - Portomarín -Palas del Rei - Arzúa - Amenal -Santiago de Compostela Guided Group - Camino Portugués Vigo - Santiago Vigo – Redondela – Pontevedra -Calda de Reis – Padrón –Santiago de Compostela What are the advantages of a group tour on the Camino de Santiago? Find it out here! Off the Beaten Path – Alternative Camino de Santiago Routes Camino del Norte The Spanish Coast Walk Irun/ Spain – San Sebastián – Gernika – Bilbao – Castro Urdiales – Santander – Llanes – Villaviciosa – Gijón – La Caridad – Ribadeo – Arzúa – Santiago de Compostela Camino Inglés The English Way Ferrol - Neda - Miño - Betanzos -Hospital de Bruma - Sigüeiro -Santiago de Compostela Camino Invierno The Winter Way Ponferrada - Las Medulas - O Barco de Valdeorras - A Rua - Quiroga - Monforte de Lemos - Chantada - Rodeiro - Lalín - Silleda - Ponte Ulla - Santiago de Compostela Camiño dos Faros The Lighthouse Way Malpica - Niñóns - Ponteceso -Laxe - Arou - Camariñas -Muxía - Nemiña - Fisterra Vía de la Plata The Silver Way Ourense - San Cristovo de Cea -O Castro - Silleda - Ponte Ulla -Santiago de Compostela Ruta Padre Sarmiento The Galician Coastal Route Pontevedra - Sanxenxo - O Grove - Cambados - Vilagarcía de Arousa - Padrón - Santiago de Compostela Camino Francés by bike The French Way of St. James by the Mountainbike or E-Bike Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port/ France - Roncesvalles/ Spain - Burguete - Pamplona - Estella - Logroño - Santo Domingo de la Calzada - Burgos - Carrión de los Condes - León - Astorga - Ponferrada - O Cebreiro - Portomarín - Arzúa - Santiago de Compostela Discover all of our Caminos in Spain & Portugal! “Hoping for change without doing anything about it yourself is like standing at a train station waiting for a ship.” (Albert Einstein) Pilgrimages belong to the category of initiatory journeys and can therefore be seen as a form of inner journey. One of the best known is the Way of St. James to Santiago de Compostela. At least in its origins, it has always been a religious journey. For many religious people, it is also a spiritual path. But for people with a spiritual motivation, it does not necessarily have to be a religious path. Nowadays, many people do not follow this path for religious or spiritual reasons. They simply want to take on a particular challenge without specifying it. In my experience, no one undertakes such a challenge without a reason. I have repeatedly met people on the Way of St. James who have said that there is no real reason for their journey. It was all the more surprising when I met one or two of them again in Santiago at the latest, and they suddenly returned to the conversation from weeks before and shared new, deeper insights. This is not a rarity, quite the opposite. At the same time, this is exactly what is special about the Way of St. James, a pilgrimage or a hike - whatever you want to call it: the depth and clarity that the path offers. I am well aware that many people have difficulties with the word “spiritual” or are afraid to use it. Ultimately, the word spiritual means nothing more than dealing with the nature of one's own spirit. Perhaps it is also the case that these people are afraid of contact with the unknown. After all, our everyday lives are characterized by completely different experiences. If you are also familiar with these fears of contact, which have often held you back from something new, then you will come into contact with the deeper reason for this step on the path itself at the latest. But don't worry, whatever reason you come across, seeing it will enrich your life. In addition to the Way of St. James, there are many other pilgrimages around the world. For example, the Shikoku Pilgrimage or the Kumano Kodo in Japan. Equally important to mention are the 3 most famous trails from North America: the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) and the Appalachian Trail (AT). I could also have mentioned the “Camino Real de California” or the Chimayó Pilgrimage (Pilgrimage to El Santuario de Chimayó) at this point. However, it is important to me to point out these three major US trails, which are primarily seen as a sporting challenge, which they undoubtedly are. These three are certainly not religious trails. But why do I still consider them spiritual journeys (and why is that even important)? Simple. Everything has at least 2 sides, a physical or tangible side and a deeper, hidden and therefore very personal side. And it is precisely this reverse side of the coin, i.e. the personal, individual reason why someone goes on such a journey, that is also called the call of life. A call of life wants to show you even more of life, of your existence. And that is exactly what I mean by spirituality. The special thing about a pilgrimage (but also about all other inner journeys) is that it enables special solutions, because all levels of life are completely different from everyday life. Buen Camino! “I would like to thank you again for the careful planning and organization of my daily stages and the fulfillment of my special wishes (including lots of sea experiences, quiet hotel rooms). Most helpful for my first pilgrimage were the many tips and suggestions full of experience that I received from you, Mr. Gudde, before booking my trip. As a result, I was very well prepared for the long hike. The last week of my pilgrimage from Santiago to Fisterra and Muxia was clearly the highlight of the whole journey, characterized by the beautiful paths through the Galician countryside, by the peace and quiet along the way, by unique encounters and thus by a very strong inner experience. Thank you very much, Mr. Gudde, for wisely planning the end for me in Muxia, this “mystical” place of power was the absolute highlight of my first Camino. I would like to thank you and your team for the perfect planning, organization and support from “Langsamreisen” and would be happy to recommend you to my friends and acquaintances.” - H.G. “I would like to take a moment to say from the bottom of my heart that you did everything you could to ensure a smooth experience. The three of us experienced a very nice “Portuguese Inland Camino”. One more thing I would like to say: for such pilgrimages you need trust, and we had that right from the start with the friendly and efficient manner of Mr. Arne Gudde. He was always there for us, whether we needed English, Spanish or German. We really appreciated his help.” - N.W. “I would very much like to tell you that this Camino de Santiago was something special for my brother and me. The Camino was perfect in everything!!! (hotels, travel companion!!!)” - D.H. “I have now been on the coastal path for three days and would like to say a first thank you for your careful planning and helpful tips. Hotels & luggage transportation are wonderful. Thank you for supporting me with your rich experience on my first Camino.” - H.G. “First of all, thank you very much for the excellent organization of this pilgrimage. Everything worked out wonderfully. Unfortunately, we were unlucky with the weather and had a lot of rainy days, but we persevered. The route was also very nice. We really liked the choice of hotels, always in the center.” - B.B. “I don't know how I/we can thank you for the unforgettable trip. I had heard a lot and suspected that the Way of St. James was something special, but I didn't expect anything like this. Everything was perfect! The first two days with rain showers were a really good experience and a comparison of what it is like when it is warm or even hot. The nature there is like nothing else and northern Spain is really different - green and green and beautiful. The people along the way are so different and from all over the world. Everything worked really well. The accommodation was almost too luxurious for one night. Food tasted very good and the friendly atmosphere was also very nice. Everything perfect I say again.” - M.G. Whether in Spain or Portugal –the Camino de Santiago Has So Much to Offer! The Camino de Santiago, also known as the Way of St. James, is a network of pilgrimage routes leading to the shrine of the apostle Saint James the Great in the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Galicia, Spain. The most popular route is the Camino Francés, which begins in the French Pyrenees in the town of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port and stretches around 780 km across northern Spain. But there are many other recognized pilgrimage routes to Santiago, including the Portuguese Camino (both coastal and inland routes), the Camino Primitivo, the Via de la Plata, the Camino Inglés, the Camino Invierno, and the Camino del Norte. Camino Francés – The Classic Camino in Spain The Camino Francés is the most popular of all Camino routes and is famous for its vibrant pilgrim community and scenic landscapes. Walking the full length is ideal for pilgrims seeking a challenge, but the route can also be divided into shorter, more manageable stages. If you still have energy after reaching Santiago, you can even continue your pilgrimage to Fisterra or Muxía on the Atlantic coast. Camino Portugués – Two Beautiful Routes Through Portugal The Portuguese Camino (Camino Portugués) begins in Porto and stretches for approximately 240 kilometers. You can walk either the Coastal Route, with the sound of the sea as your companion, passing through A Guarda and Vigo, or the Inland Route, through lush green landscapes and charming towns like Tui, Pontevedra, and Padrón. After the Camino Francés, these are the two most popular routes to Santiago – but they are significantly less crowded. The Portuguese Coastal Camino is especially known for its dramatic ocean views, while the Inland Camino is appreciated for its authenticity, historical towns, and distinct Portuguese charm. Camino del Norte – The Northern Coastal Route in Spain The Camino del Norte (Northern Way) follows the northern coast of Spain along the Atlantic, beginning in the Basque town of Irún and continuing westward until it merges with the Camino Primitivo and eventually the Camino Francés near Arzúa. This route takes pilgrims through the Basque Country and into Galicia, combining vibrant urban centers like San Sebastián, Bilbao, and Santander with quieter rural landscapes. This northern Camino route is known for its rugged beauty and dramatic coastal scenery, but also for its hilly and demanding terrain. It covers roughly 825 kilometers. Compared to the Camino del Norte, the classic Camino Francés is less strenuous and also well-marked. However, during peak travel season, the Camino Francés can become quite busy and some travelers find it overly commercialized. For that reason, many choose the Camino del Norte as a quieter and more authentic alternative – currently walked by only about 6% of all pilgrims. Which Camino Route Is Right for Me? In summary, the Camino Francés remains the most popular and iconic route to Santiago. However, the Portuguese Coastal and Inland Caminos, as well as the Camino del Norte, are excellent options for pilgrims seeking a more peaceful journey. The Camino Primitivo is ideal for those who want a quieter yet more physically demanding route. Each of these routes offers a unique blend of hiking, reflection, and cultural discovery. The Camino is not only a physical journey, but also a spiritual and personal one – a path to encounter yourself. Safety on the Camino de Santiago The Camino de Santiago is generally very safe, even for solo female travelers. Choosing one of the more popular routes, such as the Camino Francés or one of the Portuguese Caminos, ensures a secure and welcoming experience. These routes offer a strong sense of community and excellent infrastructure for first-time pilgrims. The risks are minimal, so don’t let fear hold you back from embarking on this incredible adventure!
