6 Days & 5 Nights

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Camino Finisterre

Walking to the Atlantic Coast, along the Finisterre Way
A real sense of completion when you can physically walk no further
Authentic Galicia, with its charming people and medieval villages
Forming unforgettable bonds with fellow pilgrims

Finisterre translates as the “end of the world” and for many pilgrims they feel that their journey is only complete when they can walk no more— hence the walk from Santiago to Finisterre on the Atlantic Coast. Starting from the magnificent cathedral in Santiago, walk through the Galician countryside and medieval villages to finish up at the ocean. It is here that pilgrims would traditionally burn their boots after completing their pilgrimage. Only the hardiest of pilgrims complete this quieter route and for this reason, the sense of camaraderie is incredible.

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Day 1 Arrive Santiago de Compostela

You can fly directly into Santiago de Compostela from several points in Europe or you could take one of the many Camino trips and walk into the city.

The main draw of the city is the stunning Cathedral where you can attend the midday mass, which welcomes pilgrims into the city. However, the city has so much more to it. The winding streets of the old city throw so much history at you that it is almost overwhelming.

There is a Pilgrim’s museum, a very good modern art gallery not to mention the fantastic seafood and white wine that Galicia is so famous for.

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 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.

Hospedería San Martín Pinario | Hotel

The accommodation offers the unforgettable experience of staying in a 16th-century monastery. It is the second largest in Spain, with an impressive cloister and gardens.

Hotel Herradura | Hotel

In the heart of Santiago de Compostela, this hotel combines modernity with tradition, offering a cozy and comfortable stay. located next to La Alameda Gardens, hotel rooms are equipped with every comfort, the hotel also offers a 24-hour coffee shop.

Day 2 Santiago de Compostela to Negreira 13 miles / 21 km

The first stage of this trip is one of the least strenuous of the Camino Finisterre. Though much of the route was on tarmac, work has been done recently to reduce this so that the first section is now around 50% off road, walking through eucalyptus and pine forest. There is a long climb up to Trasmonte, but from there on you are downhill into Negreira.

Ascent: 465m (1,526ft) / Descent: 560m (1,837ft)

Overnight Negreira

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.

Hostal La Mezquita | Hotel

This is a relaxed and peaceful little guesthouse surrounded by nature. It has comfortable and spacious rooms with private bathrooms. There is also a café.

Hotel Millan | Hotel

Hotel Millan is located near the Tambre River, on the edge of Negreira. In addition to comfortable rooms in a traditional style, the accommodation also offers a charming restaurant.

Day 3 Negreira to Olveiroa 22 miles / 35 km

The second day is the longest stage of this trip and takes you uphill right from the start of the day. You slowly rise up to A Pena and get a little respite before making the ascent up to the shoulder of Monte Aro. From there it is downhill for your overnight in Olveiroa.

An optional transfer is included for this day to allow you to start in Vilaserio. By taking the transfer the first 10km of the walk is eliminated making for a much easier day's walking.

Ascent: 586m (1,923ft) / Descent: 461m (1,513ft)

Optional: transfer for first 12km/7 miles (22.5km/14 mile walk)

Overnight Olveiroa

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.

Pension Rustica As Pias | Bed and breakfast

This property is a farmhouse which opened in 2006, situated in an excellent location. The hotel has 4 rooms all of them with TV, private bathroom, WIFI and heating. There is also a library and private parking. There is also a café.

Pension Casa Loncho | Hotel

This family-run property is a recently restored stone house located on the route from Santiago de Compostela to Fisterra-Muxía. Casa Loncho is the ideal place to relax after a long day of hiking. In addition to comfortable rooms, the pension offers its own restaurant with traditional cuisine.

Day 4 Olveiroa to Cee 12 miles / 20 km

Today you start up in the hills and stay there, getting some amazing views of the sea as you get closer to the end. Walking across the high moors is one of the longest and most remote stretches of the whole Camino, but it is entirely beautiful.

Once you reach the peak of San Pedro you are downhill once again for your nights' accommodation in the little industrial fishing town of Cee.

Ascent: 217m (712ft) / Descent: 489m (1,604ft)

Overnight Cee

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 La Marina | Hotel

Located in the heart of the Costa da Morte, the village of Cee is the ideal starting point to explore this legendary, magical, evocative and undoubtedly beautiful and incomparable place. The accommodation is located in the city center and allows you to walk to the local shops, the wine and tapas district, the shopping center and much more. In addition to the comfortable rooms, the hotel offers its own restaurant.

Hotel Insua | Hotel

Right in the heart of ´A Costa da Morte´, this hotel was refurbished in 2010, and offers rooms with private bathrooms, air conditioning and heating. There is free WIFI, an escalator and direct access to the café and the restaurant.

Day 5 Cee to Finisterre 8 miles / 13 km

This is a lovely day walking and a very fitting one to finish off your Camino. You walk skirting the cliffs, taking in the wild Atlantic coast. You walk through some little forests and as you near the end of your journey you get to peel off your boots as you make your way across the beautiful Playa Langosteira.

After the beach comes to an end, you have a short 4km climb to the lighthouse at the end of the world, where your fantastic trip will come to an end.

Ascent: 206m (676ft) / Descent: 190m (623ft)

Overnight Cape Finisterre

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 Rustico Prado Da Vina | Hotel

This lovely accommodation offers a communal TV lounge with fireplace and library, an outdoor swimming pool, spacious gardens and free WIFI. All rooms have heating, TV and a private bathroom with bath or hydromassage shower. Most rooms have views over the Atlantic Ocean and a flat-screen TV, while some of them have a sauna.

Hotel Rustico Finisterrae | Hotel

The accommodation is a farmhouse from 1908, located in Cape Finisterre, with beautiful views over the Bay of Finisterre. All rooms are comfortably furnished. The hotel offers its own restaurant serving traditional cuisine.

Day 6 Onward Travel

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Included

Accommodation in small rural hotels and hostels, twin/double rooms with en-suite W/C
Daily Breakfast
Baggage Transfers from Santiago to Finisterre
Pilgrim Passport and shell
Transfer on Day 3 from Negreira to Vilaseiro to shorten your walk (optional)
Access to maps, GPX tracks, and daily route information with the Macs Adventure smartphone navigation app
All your trip documents provided digitally through your online Macs “My Account”
24/7 Emergency Support

Excluded

Travel to/from Spain
Lunches, 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

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.

Pilgrim Passport & Finisterrana

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 journey. Along the route, you'll collect stamps (sellos) from albergues, churches, cafes, and more. Each stamp is a colorful reminder of your journey.

Equipment

Please be prepared by packing all necessary items, for example, proper rain gear (jacket and pants), sun hat and sunscreen. Your information pack has a detailed equipment list which includes standard walking/cycling gear such as good walking boots or shoes, warm and waterproof clothes for the cooler months and lightweight clothing for summer, 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.