When planning a trip as big as walking or cycling the Camino de Santiago, whether it’s for a week or a month, you’re likely going to have some questions. Odds are, if you have a question, someone else also has also had the same query in the past. We have compiled our most frequently asked questions here in our Camino FAQs section of the Blog. If you don’t see your question here, please don’t hesitate to contact us and we’ll do our best to help you and answer any questions you may have. You never know, your question could end up being the next Camino FAQ!
Flight FAQs and Airport Transfers It is a question our Camino specialists get asked frequently, ‘where do I fly to start my Camino?’. Some of the full Camino de Santiago routes can take up to five weeks to complete so the airports will vary from route to route. The most suitable airport will depend on …
Type of Camino Accommodation When you spend a long day walking, all you want in the evening is a comfy place to lay your weary head. But what kind of Camino de Santiago accommodation is best suited to your needs? Along the Camino de Santiago, there are many different types and styles of accommodation. The …
All our Camino de Santiago tours include access to a 24/7 assistance number provided as part of your Travel Documents. This assistance number is designed to give you peace of mind and provide assistance with possible issues that might arise during your trip. This is the best way to contact the customer experience team if you need …
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If you are looking ahead to planning your next Camino adventure in twelve to eighteen months’ time, we cover the main factors you should keep in mind when you book your Camino trip. When should I book my Camino trip? If you know you would like to cycle the Camino or walk the Camino on …
Planning your next Camino de Santiago adventure? Wondering which month of the year would be the best for you? What are the busiest months on the Camino? We have taken the most recent statistics from the Pilgrims Office in Santiago de Compostela to give you an idea of the number of pilgrims arriving in Santiago …
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Camino Travel Update In our latest Camino FAQ, the Camino Travel June Update, we aim to answer all your most Frequently Asked Questions about the Camino and travel to the Camino in June 2021. With Spain now open for visitors and the vaccination drives going well in many countries, we should start seeing an increase in …
How to access money on the Camino? Nobody wants the hassle of being without money on the Camino, or on any holiday really. If you’re in a really remote location, accessing money can be quite an ordeal. Luckily, this is most certainly not the case on the Camino de Santiago. Spain, like the rest of …
Camino Groups FAQ What type of groups do we work with? We organise treks for groups on Camino de Santiago routes, the Via Francigena (Camino to Rome) and other fantastic cycling and walking trails in Ireland and Europe. We work with walking clubs, parish groups, colleges, universities, school groups, charities, scout groups and families. Camino Groups …
How many pilgrims walked the Camino in 2020? According to the statistics released from the Pilgrim’s Office in Santiago, 53,905 pilgrims collected their Compostela after completing their Camino. In comparison, 327,378 pilgrims collected their Compostela certificate in 2019. Below is an infographic with the top stats on who walked the Camino in 2020: Statistics on who …
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How To Customise Your Trip On The Camino de Santiago No Camino trip is likely to be the same as another and that’s the beauty of it! Everyone enjoys their own unique experience of the Camino and you can too! It is easy for us to customize your trip! We offer a range of options, …
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This is one of the first questions people ask. Do I need to train for the Camino de Santiago? The short answer is yes. But don’t worry – we’ve got you covered! Our travel consultants at CaminoWays.com have prepared this useful list of practical and simple tips to help you prepare for your Camino. For anyone …
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All you need to know about the Camino Charity Challenges This is a list of some of the Camino Charity Challenges FAQ about our Camino charity treks. If you require any further information, contact us. What type of charities do we work with? We organise treks for charities on Camino de Santiago routes, the Via …
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We often get asked about the Camino de Santiago distance required to walk in order to receive your Camino Pilgrim Certificate. If you are considering walking the Camino, regardless of which route you’d like to take, you will need to walk at least the last 100km into Santiago to receive your pilgrim certificate, which should take …
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What are Camino Casas Rurales? At CaminoWays.com, you can book your accommodation in some sections of the Camino de Santiago in ‘Casas Rurales’, sometimes called ‘Country Cottages’. Casas Rurales are unique boutique properties that have been lovingly restored by their owners, keeping some of the original features and homely traditional feel, combining them with all modern …
What sort of support do I get when I cycle the Camino? What sort of support when cycling the Camino? When you travel the Camino with CaminoWays.com, we provide you with a 24/7 assistance number, to be contacted in case of emergency. If you are cycling the Camino, bear in mind that our 24/7 helpline …
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FAQ How to Book with CaminoWays? How to Book with CaminoWays? Booking a Camino de Santiago trip with CaminoWays.com is simple and easy. You can create your perfect Camino trip using our tailor-made booking system. Do you need some help booking? No problem, our travel specialists are always delighted to help over the phone or via …
Guided or Self-Guided Camino Tour? Should I choose a Guided or Self-Guided Camino Tour? So you have decided that you want to walk the famous Camino de Santiago. Well done on taking the first step on your unforgettable journey. But which of the Camino routes is for you? You can also choose to travel independently or join a …
A Typical Day of Food on the Camino Travelling to the Camino de Santiago with Camino Ways.com? Many walkers booking a Camino de Santiago trip with us ask the Customer Care team about the Food on the Camino options included as part of the standard package. ‘What will I be eating?’ seems to be one of …
When is the best time to walk the Camino? This is a frequently asked question among pilgrims and one that has many possible answers! The ‘Best time’ will depend on the route and section you choose but mainly on what ‘you’ expect to get out of your Camino journey; and how you want to experience …
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‘Parador’ is the name given in Spain to luxury hotels managed by a state-run company and usually located in buildings of historical importance such as fortresses, monasteries and castles, but also new buildings set in nature reserves and areas of outstanding beauty. Paradores de Turismo de España, the public company managing these luxury hotels, was …