Johnson’s Literary Depot presents:
El Camino
A Guided Pilgrimage
Sarria to Santiago de Compostela, Spain
May 29 – June 5, 2027
Walk the last 69 miles of the Camino
For more than a thousand years, pilgrims have walked to Santiago. Join Andrew and Adam, some of our booksellers, for the best-loved stretch of the Camino Francés, through the green hills of Galicia, past oak and chestnut woods, stone villages and medieval bridges, as the trail markers count down to the cathedral. And 2027 is a Holy Year on the Camino, a special year to make the walk.
You'll walk about 10–17 miles a day on gentle hills and good paths. Evenings are for good food, tired feet, and swapping stories over dinner. Finish the walk and you can collect your Compostela, the pilgrim's certificate, in Santiago.
Trip Highlights:
Five walking days on the final stretch of the Camino Francés
Trip led by Adam, one of our booksellers
Dinner most nights
Lunch of Galician octopus in Melide and enjoy local wine & cheese on other days
First view of the cathedral spires from Monte do Gozo
The midday pilgrim mass and your Compostela certificate in Santiago
Airfare is not included.
Pricing
$1800 per person
Early Bird - $1700 per person until December 31st, 2026
A $200 deposit to reserve your spot. Payment plans are available.
Itinerary
Sat, May 29: Fly out from the US to Santiago, ESP
Sun, May 30: Transfer from Santiago to Sarria at 11 am. Settle in and explore the old town.
Mon, May 31: Sarria to Portomarín · 14 miles. Shady country lanes and quiet hamlets, then across the Miño River.
Tue, June 1: Portomarín to Palas de Rei · 14 miles. A steady climb past small villages and Romanesque churches.
Wed, June 2: Palas de Rei to Arzúa · 17 miles. The longest day, with a lunch stop in Melide.
Thu, June 3: Arzúa to Amenal · 14 miles. Woods, streams and sleepy villages.
Fri, June 4: Amenal to Santiago · 10 miles. The walk into Santiago and the cathedral.
Sat, June 5: Fly home
FAQs
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If you can walk 4–6 hours on gentle hills, several days in a row, you're ready. We recommend training on local trails this spring.
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Accommodations vary town to town. Many of our nights will be spent in Casas Rurales which are rural accommodations that provide dinner each day.
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We strongly recommend it for any trip domestic or abroad. Travel Insurance will cover majority of cancellation reasons and may reimburse you for losses.
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Of course. Once you sign up, you'll get an info form where you can tell us about any dietary needs.
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All sales for retreats are final. Because of the planning and bookings these trips require, we can't offer refunds for any reason, including cancellations, schedule conflicts or personal circumstances. Please get travel insurance at the time of purchase to protect your trip.