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Our team has extensive experience travelling all over the globe. A world away from resort trips, our walking and cycling holidays give you a real opportunity to get close to nature and local culture. A unique experience to share with friends and family.
Roland Monsegu, Director & Outdoors Fan
“Your adventure is a social, cultural & spiritual experience.” - Roland
10 Reasons to book with us 1. No intermediaries 2. Choice of best hotels available 3. Customer satisfaction 4. Expert travel advice 5. Customized holiday pack 6. Guide books and maps 7. Pilgrim passport 8. 24/7 support contact number 9. English-speaking guides 10. Dietary requirements catered for 2 Overview
Our Trips 4 Our Services 5 Camino de Santiago 6 French Way 8 Finisterre Way 10 English Way 11 Northern Way 12 Original Way 13 Via de la Plata 14 Portuguese Way 16 Catalan Way 17 Le Puy Way 18 Arles Way 20 Paris & Tours Way 22 Vezelay Way 23 Cluny Way 24 Geneva Way 25 Camino to Rome The Via Francigena 26 St. Francis Way 28 Ireland Walking Tours 29 European Routes 30 Other Tours 31 Contact us! 3 www.CaminoWays.com Why go?
With CaminoWays.com you can discover and explore the most beautiful outdoor destinations Europe has to offer - in safety and comfort.
We offer the widest range of walking and cycling holidays in Europe: the famous ‘Camino de Santiago’ in Spain, France and Portugal; the mighty ‘Via Franci- gena’ following the ancient road to Rome; the colourful markets of Morocco and the ‘Wild Atlantic Way’ in Ireland.
We provide over 40 walking holidays throughout Europe, as well as trekking and hiking in North Africa. Each destination has its own challenges and rewards, with a huge variety of cultural and historical landscapes.
We are committed: to the preservation of natu- ral resources, the protection of local cultural heritage and making a positive impact on the local communities we come into contact with.
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“Customise your holiday to your needs” – this is our speciality! 5 www.CaminoWays.com Map CAMINO DE SANT AGO
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The Camino de Santiago, also known as The Way of St. James, is the pilgrimage to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. The remains of the apostle Saint James The Great are believed to be buried here and a number of different ways have emerged over the centuries. 6 Camino Routes
How to choose your Camino? Each way is a unique experience. CAMINO DE Each region has its own flavour and characteristics. SANT AGO Authenticity Nature Unspoilt rural villages, local National Parks, pristine traditions, festivals, culture, mountains, sleepy farmlands. music, food. Get some fresh air!
Gastronomy History
Finest local traditional food Enjoy historic villages and with local wines and beers. towns, legends and UNESCO World heritage sites.
Spiritual Fitness
Whether this is a pilgrimage Your Camino at your pace, or a spiritual retreat you will take the challenge that best find your way. suits you.
Social Comfort Be part of the community Cosy, rustic and full of and make new friends along character. A different the way. approach to hospitality. 7 www.CaminoWays.com
French Way The ‘Camino Frances’ is the most famous Camino route, starting in St-Jean- Pied-de-Port, on the French side of the Pyrenees. This Camino route takes you to magnificent cities and countryside: Pamplona, Burgos, the mountains of Leon and O Cebreiro; finally reaching stunning Santiago de Compostela.
1 - St-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Pamplona Distance 69 km Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
2 – Pamplona to Logroño Distance 95 km Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
3 – Logroño to Burgos Distance 123 km Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
4 - Burgos to Sahagún Distance 123 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
5 – Sahagún to León Distance 55 km Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
6 – León to Ponferrada Distance 101 km Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
7 – Ponferrada to Sarria Distance 96 km Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
8 – Sarria to Santiago, Last 100km Distance 115 km Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
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“Just a magic feeling walking into Santiago” - Mary
A Coruna Biarritz León Santiago Bilbao
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Finisterre Way Once your reach Santiago de Compostela, you can continue your Camino experience on the Finisterre Way. This is the only Camino that begins in Santiago de Compostela and will take you to the Atlantic. This route pre-dates Christianity and Fisterra was believed to be the ‘end of the world’ (finis terrae). The pil- grimage finishes at the cliffs of Cape Finisterre, overlooking the ocean, in the Costa de Morte, or you can continue to Muxia.
“Walking to the edge of the world”
Fi Santiago to Cape Finisterre Distance 90 km Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
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English Way The Camino Inglés or English Way is the traditional route followed by pilgrims coming from Britain and Ireland. It was also a very important trading route. The first section offers wonderful coastal views while the second part takes you inland to explore the rural landscapes of Galicia. Your pilgrimage finishes in Santiago de Compostela with its amazing Cathedral.
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Finisterre Fi Way Santiago
“The English Way is an historical experience”
Ferrol to Santiago Distance 106 km Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
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Northern Way The Northern Way is the route running along the northern coast of Spain. It begins in the Basque country from the chic seaside city of San Sebastian. The way also takes you to pretty fishing villages, along coastal areas of outstanding beauty and fantastic cities such as Bilbao - home of some of the best tapas in Spain and the world-famous Guggenheim museum; Santander and Oviedo. Don’t forget to taste the delicious local seafood and Asturias’ tasty cider.
1 – San Sebastian to Bilbao Distance 120 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
2 – Bilbao to Santander Distance 113 km Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
3 – Santander to Ribadesella Distance 151 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
4 - Ribadesella to Oviedo Distance 82 km Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
“Enjoy the sea air along the beautiful Northern coast.”
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Original Way The Original Way or Camino Primitivo was the first and oldest pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, hence its name.
The first section of the Camino Primitivo, from Oviedo to Lugo is the most challenging of all the Camino routes but will also reward you with outstanding mountain views. Crossing the Cantabrian Mountains will give you an opportunity to push yourself. The second section is easier and starts in lovely Lugo, famous for its UNESCO Roman wall.
Original Way Northern Way Biarritz Santiago Oviedo Santander 1 Oviedo to Lugo Distance 208 km Duration: 11 days / 10 nights
2 – Lugo to Santiago Distance 120 km Duration: 7 days / 6 nights 13 www.CaminoWays.com
Via de la Plata By far the longest Camino, the Via de la Plata crosses practically the length of Spain, from South to North. This way was traditionally followed by North African Christians on their way to Santiago de Compostela. Travel the Plata and discover Spain’s untold story; Roman cities, magnificient buildings of the Conquistadors and unspoilt natural landscapes.
1 – Sevilla to Monasterio Distance 107 km Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
2 – Monasterio to Mérida Distance 85 km Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
3 – Mérida to Cáceres Distance 84 km Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
4 – Cáceres to Carcaboso Distance 84 km Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
5 - Carcaboso to Salamanca Distance 132 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
6 – Salamanca to Zamora Distance 69 km Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
7 – Zamora to Puebla de Sanabria Distance 159 km Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
8 - Puebla de Sanabria to A Gudiña Distance 54 km Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
9 – A Gudiña to Ourense Distance 89 km Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
10 - Ourense to Santiago Distance 111 km Duration: 7 days / 6 nights 14 Camino de Santiago
“A Camino to surprise you.”
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Portuguese Way The Portuguese Way is a great route for pilgrims looking for a more rural Camino experience. It starts in Lisbon - the dazzling capital and home to many UNESCO sites; and takes walkers to Santarém the Moorish Bastion of Portugal; Coimbra one of the oldest Universities; colourful Porto - a UNESCO city and home of Port wine and finishes in Santiago de Compostela. We also have an alternative coastal route.
1 – Lisbon to Santarém Distance 65 km Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
2 – Santarém to Coimbra Distance 152 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
3 – Coimbra to Porto Santiago Distance 127 km Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
4 – Porto to Tui Porto Distance 127 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
5 - Tui to Santiago Distance 115 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights Lisbon
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Catalan Way The impressive cultural heritage of Catalonia will engulf you. Starting from the Port da la Selva and passing old villages and isolated monasteries, this authentic Camino route will take you to many traditional and historical places. In 1987 the Way of St. Jaume was declared European Cultural Itinerary and in 1993 was added to the World Heritage list of UNESCO sites. Once in Logroño, you can continue your adventure on the French Way.
1 – Port de la Selva to Vic Distance 163 km Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
2 – Vic to Cervera Distance 156 km Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
3 – Cervera to Zaragoza Distance 202 km Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
4 –Zaragoza to Logroño Distance 169 km Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
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Le Puy Way
Le Puy Way starts in Le Puy-en-Velay, close to Lyon in France. This is our most popular Camino route in France. It is a superb hike through the Aubrac plateau national park, Quercy and the Gers – home of the famous Armagnac Brandy. The Le Puy Way ends at the foot of the Pyrenees Mountains where you can continue your adventure on the Camino de Santiago following the French Way.
1 – Le Puy to Aumont-Aubrac Distance 89 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
2 – Aumont-Aubrac to Conques Distance 82 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
3 – Conques to Cahors Distance 144 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
4 – Cahors to Lectoure Distance 129 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
5 - Lectoure to Aire sur l’Abour Distance 115 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
6 – Aire sur l’Abour to St-Jean-Pied- de-Port Distance 162 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights 18 Camino de Santiago
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“The French countryside is an amazing feast for all the senses” - Michael 19 www.CaminoWays.com
Arles Way
The Arles Way has traditionally been the route carved out by the people of the South of France and Italy making their way to Santiago de Compostela. You will sense a particular atmosphere walking this route as you cross the South of France along the base of the Pyrenees. The Arles Way meets the Camino de Santiago French Way route at Puente la Reina, 20km South of Pamplona.
1 – St-Guilhem-le-Desert to Castres Distance 189 km Duration: 13 days / 12 nights
2 – Castres to Toulouse Distance 125 km Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
3 – Toulouse to Lourdes Distance 252 km Duration: 12 days / 11 nights
4 – Lourdes to Jaca Distance 160 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
5 - Jaca to Puente de la Reina Distance 136 km Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
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Arles Way Pau Toulouse Marseille Lourdes Montpellier
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Paris & Tours Way The Paris & Tours Way is the route followed by pilgrims coming from the North of Europe. It has been an important route dating back to Roman and Celtic times. Tours is an unmissable stop and frequented by pilgrims from all around the world visiting the tomb of Saint Martin.
1 – Paris to Orléans Distance 153 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
2 – Orléans to Tours Distance 141 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
3 – Tours to Saintes Distance 276 km Duration: 13 days / 12 nights
4 – Saintes to Bordeaux Distance 126 km Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
5 – Bordeaux to St Jean Pied-de-Port Distance 265 km Duration: 13 days / 12 nights
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Vézelay Way The Vézelay Way starts in the charming small town of Vézelay. Vézelay Abbey hosts the remains of Mary Magdalene and is a major starting point for Camino pilgrims in France. This route takes you across the hills of Limousin, the Perigord valleys, Aquitaine and the woods of Landes. It joins the French Way in St Jean Pied-de-Port.
1 – Vézelay to Nevers Distance 132 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
2 – Nevers to Limoges Distance 386 km Duration: 16 days / 15 nights
3 – Limoges to Perigueux Distance 207 km Duration: 11 days / 10 nights Beauvais
4 – Perigueux to Mont-de-Marsan Paris Paris & Distance 227 km Tours Way Duration: 11 days / 10 nights Vezelay Way 5 – Mont-de-Marsan to St Jean Pied- de-Port Distance 135 km Lyon Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
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Cluny Way The Cluny Way begins in the historic town of Cluny and Burgundy, the vineyard of the world. You will set off across the hills of Beaujolais, winding through the stunning Rhone region and walking in the Forez Mountains. Along this way you will also get a chance to see the impressive gorges of the Loire Valley before reaching Le Puy en Ve- lay. Your Camino adventure can continue on the Le Puy Way!
1 – Cluny to Charlieu Distance 92 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
2 – Charlieu to Montbrison Distance 106km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
3 – Montbrison to Le Puy en Velay Distance 117 km Duration: 13 days / 12 nights
“Cluny Way is a route of charm.” - Clement
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Geneva Way The Geneva Way, also known as the Jacobsweg, is a Camino route starting in the Swiss city of Geneva. This relatively new route starts with spectacular mountain views: drawing the horizon above the Alpine peaks continuing onto the gentle mountains of the Massif Central and linking up with The Puy Way.
Cluny Way Lyon
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French Way 1 – Geneva to St. Genix-sur-Guiers Distance 101 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
2 – St. Genix-sur-Guiers to St Clair-du-Rhone Distance 106km Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
3 – St Clair-du-Rhone to Le Puy en Velay Distance 119 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights 25 Francigena www.FrancigenaWays.com Ways.com Via Francigena to Rome The Via Francigena is an ancient route and medieval pilgrimage trail to Rome, starting in Canterbury, England. The Via Francigena, or Camino to Rome, makes its way through stunning regions of France, Switzerland and Italy. In Medieval times, the Via Francigena was an important route for pilgrims heading South.
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Highlights: Canterbury Cathedral, Dover Cliffs, Reims Cathedral, The Alps and Lake Geneva, the Aosta Valley, Tuscany and Rome. 26 Via Francigena
1 – Canterbury to Wisques 9 – Lausanne to Aosta Distance 115 km Distance 149 km Duration: 9 days / 8 nights Duration: 10 days / 9 nights
2 – Wisques to Arras 10 – Aosta to Vercelli Distance 88.5 km Distance 154 km Duration: 7 days / 6 nights Duration: 10 days / 9 nights
3 – Arras to Laon 11 – Vercelli to Piacenza Distance 147 km Distance 136 km Duration: 9 days / 8 nights Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
4 – Laon to Reims 12 – Piacenza to Aulla Distance 72 km Distance 170 km Duration: 5 days / 4 nights Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
5 – Reims to Bar-sur-Aube 13 – Aulla to Lucca Distance 136 km Distance 83 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
6 – Bar-sur-Aube to Langres 14 – Lucca to Siena Distance 79 km Distance 131 km Duration: 6 days / 5 nights Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
7 – Langres to Besançon 15 – Siena to Viterbo Distance 116 km Distance 174 km Duration: 8 days / 7 nights Duration: 11 days / 10 nights
8 – Besançon to Lausanne 16 – Viterbo to Rome Distance 187 km Distance 101 km Duration: 10 days / 9 nights Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
“Through past and present,all roads lead to Rome...” -Anon 27 Francigena www.FrancigenaWays.com Ways.com
St Francis Way to Rome The St. Francis Way or Cammino di Francesco follows in the footsteps of Saint Francis of Assisi and will take you to important Franciscan sites such as the Rieti Valley and Assisi. This is a walking trail of outstanding natural beauty following an ancient Roman road between Florence and Rome.
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1 – Florence to Sansepolcro Rome Distance 148 km Duration: 10 days / 9 nights
2 – Sansepolcro to Assisi Distance 140 km Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
3 – Assisi to Rieti Distance 146 km Duration: 10 days / 9 nights “Get immersed in the ages 4 – Rieti to Rome of civilisations… Umbrians, Distance 105 km Etruscans and Romans.” Duration: 7 days / 6 nights 28 Ireland www.IrelandWays.com Ways.com
Walking Tours in Ireland Our newest holidays will take you to Ireland, the emerald isle! Discover the country’s stunning walking and cycling trails. We have created gorgeous trips along the Wild Atlantic Way following the West coast; and other classic and historic treks such as The Wicklow Way and The Beara Way.
The Wicklow Way Ireland’s classic walking tour across the Wicklow Mountains and its National Park.
Wild Atlantic Way Walk or cycle fantastic trails Derry along the Wild Atlantic Way, Donegal following the rugged and stun- Belfast ning West coast of Ireland. Sligo Dundalk More: walk in the Aran Islands, Wild Atlantic Way Kerry Way, Beara Way, cycle Westport Western Green Way and much more! Galway Dublin
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Wexford Tralee
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European Routes Enjoy the best Europe has to offer in the form of walking adventures: from the mighty Mont Blanc to the dazzling Amalfi Coast; the unspoilt Tatras of Poland or indulge yourself in the magnificence of French cui- sine in the Dordogne. Contact us for further information.
France Italy Poland Spain Switzerland Austria Croatia Cyprus and more...
“Met wonderful new friends” - Mary Fox
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Middle East Trails Go back to the origins and hike in the footsteps of the Giants.
St. Pauls Way (Turkey) The name of the trail derives from the fact that a part of it follows the route of St. Paul the Apostle on his missionary journey to Anatolia in the South of the country.
The Jesus Trail (Israel) The Jesus Trail is a hiking trail of 65 km in the area of Galilee in Israel. Through its historical and religious sites, this trek conveys the life of Jesus in this region. Following in Jesus’ footsteps, you will engage in the secrets of the most widely practised religion in the world. It’s an experience for pilgrims, travellers and all to participate in.
African Ways Markets Trek (Morocco) Markets Trek is an ideal itinerary to combine sightseeing in Marrakech and moderate walking in the Atlas Mountains. The adventure begins in Asni where you’ll visit and enjoy haggling at the markets.
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