Saint James Way from León
We enjoy the best gastronomy and culture of the Camino along the French Route
7 days – €2,450/Person
The Camino de Santiago by Bike: A Unique Adventure
Embark on a legendary journey with MTB Spain, where sport and spirituality come together to offer you an unforgettable experience. The Camino de Santiago is an ancient pilgrimage route that will take you to the majestic Cathedral of Santiago, where the remains of the Apostle rest. You’ll cycle through imposing plains, valleys and mountains of northern Spain, visiting charming villages with Romanesque, Gothic and Moorish architecture.
The Best of the Camino
- Customized Routes: Design your own Camino according to your preferences and abilities, choosing between roads, wide tracks or challenging trails and single tracks.
- Constant Support: Support vehicle always available to help you with any unexpected situation or to take you to the most fascinating tourist destinations.
- Discover the Secrets of the Camino: Explore hidden places, meet local people and take part in the magical queimada ritual in Galicia, a tradition steeped in folklore.
Itinerary
Day 1: León (Transfer to starting point)
Pick-up in Madrid with private transfer to León.
Arrival and check-in at the hotel (next to the cathedral), followed by free time to see this beautiful city. In the evening. The hotel is located in the old town, in the city center, right next to the cathedral.
Day 2: León – Astorga (50 km)
We’ll ride our first stage through small irrigated farmland villages. Halfway along the route, we reach the Roman bridge of Hospital de Órbigo, one of the most beautiful of the trip. In Astorga, we’ll visit the city, its cathedral and Gaudí’s Episcopal Palace. Dinner and accommodation next to the Episcopal Palace.
Day 3: Astorga – Ponferrada (52 km)
We begin this stage with a climb to the beautiful Cruz del Hierro, where we’ll enjoy stunning views. Afterwards, following a long descent to Ponferrada and its Templar castle, we’ll continue through a beautiful route past villages, vineyards and farmland that will take us to Cacabelos and, by road, we’ll reach the lovely mountain village of Villafranca.
Day 4: Ponferrada – Las Herrerías (45 km)
We’ll stay at a unique spot between El Bierzo and Galicia, a luxury hotel with incomparable views. We’ll explore beautiful trails and medieval mountain villages, the true essence of northern Spain.
Day 5: Las Herrerías – Portomarín (70 km)
From Las Herrerías we’ll begin a gentle climb towards O’Cebreiro. We can avoid tough sections with the support vehicle. At O’Cebreiro, we’ll feel we’ve reached Galicia, with its stone villages, medieval monasteries and ancient vineyards. We visit the lovely village of Pallozas and its fascinating pre-Romanesque sanctuary. We’ll descend towards Triacastela, pass through Samos (known for its monastery) and reach Sarria. We’ll continue to Portomarín, along one of the most beautiful stretches of the Camino.
Day 6: Portomarín – Arzúa (54 km)
Scenic route through small farming villages and eucalyptus and pine forests.
Day 7: Arzúa – Santiago de Compostela (40 km)
Although this stage has no steep climbs, we’ll encounter continuous ups and downs that make pedaling more demanding, but the desire to reach Santiago de Compostela will make it easier. Once there, we’ll stroll through its lively streets. We’ll stay in the city center.
Included Services
- 7 Breakfasts, 5 lunches, 1 dinner and daily refreshments.
- Accommodation in 3-4 star hotels or Pazos.
- Support vehicle with mechanical and technical assistance.
- Luggage transport from hotel to hotel.
- Bike guide and gastronomy expert.
- Electric bike rental.
- MTB Spain Welcome Kit: t-shirt and gifts.
A Worry-Free Experience
We take care of everything so you can enjoy without distractions. Our support vehicle will always be at your disposal, whether to fix a breakdown or to make it easier to visit wineries, churches or any other destination you’d like to see.
Payment and Cancellation Policy
To confirm the trip booking, payment will be made in three stages:
- 25% at the time of booking.
- 50% remaining must be paid 2 months before the trip.
- final 25% must be paid during the last month before departure.
Cancellation Policy
- Up to 60 days before the trip: full refund of amounts paid.
- Between 59 and 31 days before: 50% refund.
- Less than 30 days before the trip: no refunds will be given.
Customize Your Adventure
With MTB Spain, you can customize the difficulty of your route to suit your level, choosing between different options that will take you to explore the Camino in a unique way and at your own pace.