7 Days & 6 Nights

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Camino Inglés

Feeling the history at Ferrol docks where thousands of pilgrims have gone before you
Forming bonds that will last forever with your fellow pilgrims
Discovering the real Galicia as you wander through its beautiful countryside
Walking into the old town of Santiago and finishing your pilgrimage at the sublime Cathedral

In the middle ages, the news of the Camino de Santiago spread all over Europe and Pilgrims from the UK and Ireland would sail down to A Coruña and Ferrol to start their pilgrimage to Santiago. Today we use the route from Ferrol as it is the more scenic route of the two. The Camino Inglés is one of several walks to Santiago, but this is the only one to start off at the coast, which means the first couple of days walking are rewarded with wild coastal scenery before delving into the heart of the Galician countryside. The path then turns inland, through the rural farmlands of Galicia and gives you the chance to really enjoy this region of Spain, it’s people and cuisine. After passing the peak at Bruma-Meson do Vento it is downhill most of the way into the vibrant city of Santiago. Its stunning Romanesque Cathedral signals the end of your walk.

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Day 1 Arrive Ferrol

You can fly into Santiago de Compostela or La Coruna from several points in Europe. From either of these points, there are several buses a day to get you up to Ferrol. Ferrol is full of history, with an abundance of prehistoric findings, right up to its use as a naval stronghold in various wars. The architecture reflects this depth of history and the city centre is a delight to wander around. Add to this the excellent seafood and friendly locals and you have one of Spain’s hidden gems.

Overnight Ferrol

Accommodation

A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.

Hotel Alda El Suizo | Hotel

Located in the Magdalena district of Ferrol, the Alda El Suizo Hotel is an architectural jewel from the early 19th century. Its emblematic building is a testimony to Modernism in the heart of the city. The hotel's bright and spacious rooms offer a welcoming design that seamlessly blends historic charm with modern comforts.

Hotel Almirante | Hotel

In our emblematic 4-star Hotel Almirante, located next to the Plaza de España at the entrance of the iconic A Magdalena neighbourhood, we offer you the best accommodation option to make your stay in Ferrol unforgettable.

Hotel America

Small cozy accommodation on the outskirts of Ferrol.

Day 2 Ferrol to Pontedeume 8 miles / 13 km

In the morning there will be a transfer to Neda. This shortens the original stage by around 13km (8mi). The route takes you to the Galician coast. You will pass by several beaches, with the Ria de Ferrol in view, before reaching the small maritime town of Pontedeume. Situated on the banks of the River Eume and surrounded by hilly countryside, you enter the picturesque town via the Pont-de-Eume, a bridge that gives the town its name.

Neda to Pontedeume (standard): 15km/9mi (Ascent: 283m/928ft | Descent: 277m/909ft)
Ferrol to Pontedeume without transfer (optional*): 28km/17.5mi (Ascent: 378m/1,240ft | Descent: 386m/1,266ft)

*Be aware that if you use the organised transfer service, you may not receive the Compostela at the end of your Camino, as you will not have walked the appropriate distance to qualify for it. Please let us know if you do not wish to use the transfer.

Overnight Pontedeume

Accommodation

A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.

Hotel Camino do Eume

Beautiful and recently restored hotel in a historic building in the old town of Pontedeume, with two facades from the 17th and 19th centuries. The hotel overlooks the Ría de Pontedeume and has a beautiful garden where you can relax after your hike. The restaurants and cafes of this lively fishing village are within easy reach.

Hotel Montebreamo

The Hotel Montebreamo is located in Puentedeume, a coastal town in the province of A Coruña, Spain. The hotel is a beautifully modernised country house with 6 spacious and clean rooms with very comfortable beds.

Balcón del Eume | Hotel

The Balcón del Eume is a small and charming guesthouse located in the Fragas do Eume and on the English Way to Santiago de Compostela. It is the ideal place to discover the medieval village of Pontedeume, enjoy the beach of Cabañas and admire the Fragas do Eume.

Day 3 Pontedeume to Betanzos 12.5 miles / 20 km

On this stage you will be surrounded by the green hills and rural villages of Galicia, leaving the coast and its port cities behind. As the Camino Inglés is still an insider's tip on the Pilgrim's Way, it is not overcrowded and you can enjoy the Galician countryside to the full. You can expect some ups and downs on this section - but you will be rewarded with spectacular views. A historic highlight of the English Way awaits you in Betanzos.

Ascent: 487m/1,598ft | Descent: 475m/1,558ft

Overnight Betanzos

Accommodation

A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.

Hotel Garelos | Hotel

Opened in 2004, this small, family-run hotel has cosy decor and is perfectly located for enjoying Betanzos.

Hostal Portico

Located in the heart of the historic centre of Betanzos, Hostal Pórtico is the result of the renovation of an old house. Its new contemporary style offers an atmosphere of elegance and comfort.

Hotel Villa De Betanzos | Hotel

With more than 30 years of experience in the tourism sector, Hotel Villa de Betanzos was born from the illusion of creating a new family business and the history of the town. Furthermore, the building in which Hotel Villa de Betanzos has been reconstructed is considered a work of historical and monumental interest, as it was built in 1914 as the Manuel García Naveira Asylum School.

Day 4 Betanzos to San Paio de Buscás 12.5 miles / 20 km

A transfer will take you to Presedo in the morning. This will shorten the original 31km stage by around 11km (7mi). Today's route is mostly uphill through a green landscape of meadows and fields, passing many farms and Galician villages. You will pass Hospital de Bruma. This town is a historic milestone on the English Way, as the routes from Ferrol and La Coruña converge here.

Presedo to San Paio de Buscás (standard): 20km/12.5mi (Ascent: 651m /Descent: 328m)
Betanzos to San Paio de Buscás without transfer (optional*): 31km/19.5mi (Ascent: 651m/2,136ft | Descent: 328m/1,076ft)

*Be aware that if you use the organised transfer service, you may not receive the Compostela at the end of your Camino, as you will not have walked the appropriate distance to qualify for it. Please let us know if you do not wish to use the transfer.

Overnight San Paio de Buscás

Accommodation

A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.

Casa Rural Dona María | Bed and breakfast

The Dona María country house is located on one of the oldest pilgrimage routes: the English Way to Santiago de Compostela. Of particular importance is the fact that the house is one of the oldest examples of what are known as "casas das agras" in the Galician region of Ordes (A Coruña). Its origins also seem to be linked to the nearby Romanesque church of San Paio de Buscás.

Casa Rural Antón Veiras

The Antón Veiras country house is an old farmhouse more than 250 years old, a clear example of Galician rural architecture. The original structure of the main building and the annexed horreo, the natural materials such as stone, clay or granite and wood, create a cosy and peaceful atmosphere that can be enjoyed in the more than 11,000 square metres of the estate where the house is located.

Hotel Casa Barreiro

Casa Barreiro was founded in 1875, and since then, in constant evolution and improvement of infrastructures, it was completely renovated in 2001. The hotel has spacious and comfortable rooms, equipped with all the necessary comforts to guarantee an excellent stay.

Day 5 San Paio de Buscás to Sigüeiro or Marantes 11 miles / 17.5 km

One of the greenest landscapes in Galicia awaits you. The route takes you along rural tracks, through forests, and mostly downhill. There are hardly any villages along the way, so you can enjoy nature at a leisurely pace.

Depending on hotel availability you'll stay in either Sigueiro or Marantes. This could mean that your walk on this day is either slightly shorter than planned, or slightly longer with a shorter following day. Please view the itinerary and daily descriptions for more details.

San Paio de Buscás to Sigüeiro: 22km/13.5mi (Ascent: 156m/512ft | Descent: 233m/764ft)
San Paio de Buscás to Marantes: 17.5km/11mi (Ascent: 248m/814ft | Descent: 237m/778ft)

Overnight Sigüeiro

Accommodation

A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.

Siaba Pensión Boutique | Hotel

In the centre of Sigüeiro, in a natural environment next to the Tambre River, at Siaba Pensión Boutique you can enjoy a pleasant stay, with comfortable rooms with all the services of a hotel, we adapt to our clients.

Albergue Camiño Real

Camiño Real Hostel started its journey in April 2017 with the aim of offering the best service to pilgrims in its spacious and comfortable premises. It is located in the town of Sigüeiro, on the Pilgrim's Way to Santiago, in a central and quiet area, just a few metres from services such as cafés, restaurants, pharmacies, supermarkets and parks.

Hotel San Vincente | Hotel

This friendly accommodation offers rooms with bathroom, hairdryer , TV, safe - deposit box, telephone, and air conditioning. It also has with a big garden with swimming pool and restaurant.

Day 6 Sigüeiro or Marantes to Santiago de Compostela 10 miles / 16 km

Santiago de Compostela, the destination of your Camino de Santiago, is coming closer and closer. At first, the route runs along a busy road, then through small villages. You are slowly approaching the capital of Galicia, as you can see from the change in the surroundings. You will probably be getting more and more excited - soon you will be standing in front of the great cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Countless pilgrims have reached the cathedral before you and the arrival can be overwhelming. Take a moment to stand in front of the cathedral and enjoy the moment. Afterwards, we recommend that you visit the pilgrims' office to collect your well-deserved Compostela, which you can only get if you have walked at least 100 kilometres on the Pilgrim's Way and collected two stamps per day. The evening mass is also worth seeing. Should you feel that you will miss this, we always recommend an extra night in order to attend.

Depending on hotel availability you'll start today's walk from either Sigueiro or Marantes. This could mean that your walk on this day is either slightly shorter or slightly longer than anticipated. Please view the itinerary and daily descriptions for more details.

Sigüeiro to Santiago de Compostela: 16km/10mi (Ascent: 247m/810ft | Descent: 201m/659ft)
Marantes to Santiago de Compostela: 11.5km/7mi (Ascent: 145m/476ft | Descent: 175m/574ft)

Overnight Santiago

Accommodation

A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.

Hotel Altair

Located in one of the quietest parts of the old town. Forget about asphalt for a moment and enjoy, as soon as you go out of the door, kilometres of stone-paved streets designed for walking. The hotel is located just where you need it, in a part of Santiago de Compostela featuring numerous trend-setting restaurants, the best shops and the most vibrant leisure spots in the city. The building housing the Altaïr balances tradition and tendencies, based on Japan’s wabi-sabi philosophy.

Hotel Lux Santiago | Hotel

The Lux Santiago Hotel is located in the centre of the Galician capital. It has an exceptional location that allows you to explore the city in depth. The hotel is just 800 metres from the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.

Hotel Boutique Capitol | Hotel

An exceptional place that offers a unique accommodation experience in the historic centre of Santiago de Compostela. The modern rooms are characterised by their elegant decoration and cosy atmosphere. Each room is equipped with high quality amenities. The proximity to the cathedral, just 650 metres away, makes exploring the historic centre easy and convenient.

Day 7 Onward Travel

THIS TRIP'S CARBON SCORE

This trip has a carbon score of 15kg per person per night, meaning it’s one of our best trips! For comparison, a carbon count of 15kg is equivalent to 4.5 cheeseburgers. Here at Macs, we pride ourselves on being a responsible travel company and continue to adopt, develop and innovate ways to positively impact the environment. Find out more information on how we've carbon counted our trips.

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Included

Accommodation in small rural hotels and hostels, twin/double rooms with en-suite W/C
Baggage Transfers
Pilgrim Passport and shell
Transfers on Day 2 and Day 4 of your walk
Access to daily route information and GPS tracks via the Macs Adventure Smartphone App
24/7 Emergency telephone support

Excluded

Travel to/from Spain
Lunches, dinners, snacks or drinks
Travel Insurance
Personal Equipment
Taxi transfers or public transport should you need to skip a stage

Extras

Additional nights accommodation along the way

When to go Travel & Transfers Info & FAQ

General Information

Pilgrim Passport & Compostela

Your Pilgrim Passport (Credencial del Peregrino) and scallop shell will be waiting at your first accommodation. The Passport isn’t just practical—it’s a beautiful record of your Camino journey, officially issued by the Church of St. James. Along the route, you'll collect stamps (sellos) from albergues, churches, cafes, and more. Each stamp is a colorful reminder of your journey. To earn your Compostela Certificate in Santiago, you must walk at least the final 100 km, with your stamps serving as proof of this accomplishment.

Online Documents

At Macs Adventure we care about the environment! We’re taking action to minimize the impact we have by converting the majority of our tour documentation for online delivery.

On this tour, all your detailed tour information will be digitally delivered. You will have access to this documentation via “My Account” on our website.

Equipment

Your information pack has a detailed equipment list which includes standard walking gear such as good walking boots or shoes, lightweight clothes, waterproofs and a day pack.

Travel Insurance

It is a requirement of booking this tour with Macs Adventure that you have suitable Travel Insurance which covers you for the activity, emergency evacuation and hospital care.