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!
The Camino is a special journey that’s undertaken by thousands of pilgrims each year. This ancient trail attracts pilgrims from various nationalities and backgrounds to walk the Camino. There are lots of Camino de Santiago routes to choose from and you can tailor your itinerary to fit your needs. Am I too old to walk the …
Am I fit enough to walk the Camino? So you’ve seen the films, you may have read the books and your friends are telling you all about the magic of the trail and The Camino de Santiago. You know you want to go but first, you stop to ask yourself one question; am I fit enough …
The Camino de Santiago is an unforgettable journey for many pilgrims and has inspired many books and movies. You might not have a book or a movie in mind but if you’d like to share your own personal Camino experience, we love to hear from enthusiastic pilgrims. Whether the Camino has changed your life or …
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Can I walk the Camino Alone? Camino for Solo Travellers Yes, you can choose to walk the Camino alone, and many do. Walking the Camino offers time to reflect, to get back to nature and enjoy making new friends. Unlike other holidays, the Camino gives you the chance to challenge yourself over the course of …
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What if I don’t want to walk one of the days? What happens if I prefer not to walk one of the days? This is a very frequently asked question at CaminoWays. If you have a Camino trip booked with CaminoWays.com and you do not wish to walk or cycle one or more of the …
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Experiencing the local cuisine and enjoying a variety of food is an important part of your Camino adventure. The culinary options on offer will depend on which Camino route you take. Pulpo is an Octopus dish that’s famous in Galicia, we’d recommend trying it in Melide on The Camino Frances. If you’re in Portugal, you’ll …
What support when cycling the Via Francigena? When you travel with Camino Ways, we provide you with a 24/7 assistance number, to be contacted in case of emergency. What support when cycling the Via Francigena? If you are cycling the Via Francigena with us and have bike rental included as part of your package (available from …
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FAQ: tourist tax in Italy When you are travelling the Via Francigena in Italy, you will find in some cities and historic towns you will have to pay a local tourist tax, what is called ‘Tassa di soggiorno’. This local tax is collected by hotels on behalf of the local authorities and they are charged …
How much should I tip my guides? Tipping is not a common custom in general across Spain. However if you are part of a Camino guided tour with CaminoWays.com and you would like to tip your guide, you can do so, of course. From 5% to 10% would be considered a very generous tip.
The benefit of walking Poles on the Camino de Santiago You can bring your walking poles to the Camino de Santiago; we recommend using hiking poles, particularly if you are walking long distances. You might also prefer to purchase walking poles at your starting point. You can find them easily in most medium-sized towns and …
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