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Cycling the Camino on an e-bike Did you know that the Camino de Santiago was traditionally travelled on foot or on horseback? Today many people also cycle this ancient trail and thanks to the joys of modern technology, you can even cycle the Camino on an e-bike! So if you are travelling with us and …
The Camino Pilgrim Passport, also known as the ‘Credencial’, is the modern-day version of the ‘documents of safe conduct’ given to medieval pilgrims and is an essential part of your Camino de Santiago experience. The Pilgrim Passport acts as proof that you have walked at least the last 100km of a route into Santiago, which …
Cycling the Camino is a beautiful alternative to walking. There are many advantages to cycling the Camino, including covering more ground in less time, and it’s easier if you bring children on the Camino. If you are thinking about Cycling the Camino de Santiago routes, we have prepared this helpful list answering some of your …
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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 …
In our latest Live Webinar series, the Director of Caminoways.com, Roland, and Ruben the Sales Manager will answer your Camino de Santiago FAQ. Whether you are a complete beginner or returning for your third Camino trip, we’ll go through some of the top questions we received before this webinar and some of the questions Roland …
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Food on the Via Francigena: 4 things to know Many of you have asked about the specifics of food on the Via Francigena. In today’s blog we’re going to cover food in Italy, including meal times, courses, etiquette, and what to expect, in general when dining on the Italian regions of the Via Francigena. Italy is …
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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How many people will be on my trip, and who are they? FAQ When it comes to how many people will be on your trip, it depends On a self-guided Camino tour, there is no minimum or maximum, as you are making your own group of friends or family. You can start any day of …
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When is my final payment due? FAQ When is my final payment due? The final payment for your Camino de Santiago holiday is due 2 months before departure. We will send you a reminder 1 week before.
What kind of bike gear do I need to bring? FAQ Cycling shoes or stiff-soled sneakers, bicycling gloves bicycling shorts (tight or not tight), bicycling tights, sandals, long-sleeved shirt, rain gear (jacket pants), sunglasses, sweater-sweatshirt. See our free packing guide to help solve all of your Camino packing problems.
What does my Camino Trip include? What does my Camino Trip include? Generally, on all our Camino de Santiago tours you get: Luggage transferred from hotel to hotel, en-suite rooms, Half Board during the hike, Holiday Pack: including notes and maps and pilgrim passport, what to bring advice, language book. What our Camino de Santiago …
What do people wear at dinner? FAQ Always remember that this tour is for you! We do rest and dine at exclusive properties, but the most important thing is your comfort. Whether you wear your North Face sweater, or your Armani black dress you will always fit in with the CaminoWay.com’s family.
What do I wear on the bike? What do I wear on the bike? This is one of our frequently asked questions when it comes to cycling the Camino de Santiago. When it comes to actually getting up on your bike and cycling the Camino, comfort is key. You don’t have to dress like a …
What to wear Clothing and shoes for restaurants, fleece jacket or warm sweater, sport coat, dress walking/hiking shorts, socks, sleep-wear. It is Europe, here we tend to look very nice. 🙂
What about the food on my trip? FAQ We often get asked: “What about the food on my trip?” Not a single experience abroad is complete without good food! For our Camino de Santiago holidays, we place emphasis on regional products and traditional dishes. This is an important criterion in our hotel selection. Meals in …
Should I get travel insurance? FAQ We recommend you play it safe and purchase travel insurance before your Camino de Santiago trip. Basic cover generally includes: Emergency medical care abroad, personal accident, out-patient medical expenses, repatriation (Sometimes). When things go wrong with your travel plans: If the trip is cancelled, if you miss your departure, …
Do I need a helmet for cycling the Camino? Yes, feel free to bring your own helmet, if you are cycling the Camino de Santiago. By law, bicycle drivers and passengers must use officially approved protective helmets when circulating within urban areas in Spain – except in long steep slopes, on the grounds of medical …
Do I bring my pedals for cycling the Camino? If you are cycling the Camino de Santiago with us, our rental bikes come with a standard pedal (with or without straps). If you have SPD pedals, feel free to bring them for your Camino de Santiago cycle.
Are there hairdryers on the Camino? Yes, most of the hotels we work with along the Camino de Santiago will have a hairdryer in the rooms. If there is none, just ask at reception. If you wish to purchase one or bring your own, just buy a European adaptor if coming from overseas.