Camino de Santiago de Compostela by Bike

Arrival in León on your own and check-in at the hotel in the early afternoon. After settling in, begin exploring the city of León independently. Visit the León Cathedral, a gem of Gothic architecture in Spain, built between the 13th and 16th centuries and restored in the 20th century. Discover the Basilica of San Isidoro and the Monastery of San Marco. Stroll along the ancient Roman walls of León, admiring the remnants of the fortifications that once protected the city. Dinner on your own and overnight stay.

Start the day with a delicious breakfast at the hotel. Depart for the first leg of the bike tour, crossing the Mesetas, a vast plain of wheat fields that offers a peaceful and flat landscape. Arrive in Astorga, a historic Roman city known as Astúrica Augusta, where the French Way and the Silver Way intersect. Admire the Cathedral of Astorga, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture built in the 15th century, featuring a Baroque facade and Renaissance details. Free dinner and overnight stay.

Embark on an exciting stage of your bike journey along the Camino de Santiago, tackling the ascent to O Cebreiro. The day begins in Lugo, a historic city in Galicia, and takes you through picturesque rural landscapes to the charming medieval village of O Cebreiro, situated at an altitude of 1,300 meters. Although the climb is challenging, the panoramic views make every effort worthwhile. Upon arrival, discover the pallozas, ancient roundhouses with thatched roofs, and visit the pre-Romanesque temple of Santa María la Real, which houses the famous Chalice of the Holy Miracle and a fine Romanesque wooden sculpture, one of the most sacred places on the Camino de Santiago. Dinner is on your own, followed by an overnight stay.

Departure for an exciting stage of the Camino de Santiago by bike, starting with a beautiful descent from O Cebreiro and a flat route towards Portomarín. After the scenic descent, the relaxing journey will take you to Portomarín, one of the most historic towns on the Camino, founded in Roman times and an important stop during the Middle Ages. Discover the historical treasures of Portomarín, where the ancient village has been meticulously transferred stone by stone due to the creation of an artificial reservoir in 1962. Visit the Church-Fortress of the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem, one of the main attractions, and admire the medieval and Roman bridges now submerged beneath the Miño River. Dinner is on your own, followed by an overnight stay.

Departure from Palais del Rey, an enchanting historic village, for an easy stage of the Camino de Santiago that offers a cycling experience with gentle ups and downs. Along the way, you will pass through La Coruña and Melide, a strategic village where the Primitive Way meets the French Way coming from Oviedo. In Melide, you can discover a 14th-century stone cross, one of the oldest in Galicia, which welcomes pilgrims at the entrance to the town. Continuing on, you will arrive in Arzúa, a lively and welcoming town famous for its local cheese and traditional restaurants. Dinner is on your own, followed by an overnight stay.

The stage of the Camino de Santiago guides us through the lush greenery of Galicia to Santiago de Compostela. This route envelops travelers in a unique atmosphere, making every kilometer an unforgettable experience. The journey begins in Burgo and continues towards Arca, San Antón, Amenal, and San Paio, passing through enchanting landscapes. Upon reaching Lavacolla, follow in the footsteps of ancient pilgrims who washed and changed their clothes before entering the holy city. After Lavacolla, the path continues through Villamalor and San Marcos, where there is a chapel dedicated to San Marco. Proceeding to Monte do Gozo and San Lázaro, you finally arrive in Santiago de Compostela. Dinner is on your own, followed by an overnight stay.

After breakfast, end of services and departure to respective destinations.