El Camino de Santiago de Compostela
The Camino has existed as a Christian pilgrimage for well over 1,000 years. A group of parishioners will meet together in Spain, and spend 7 days walking from Sarria to Santiago (around 72 miles) with evening meals and devotionals included.
Dates:
- Thursday, May 22, 2025: Meet in Sarria, Spain for introductory session and dinner at 7:30 p.m.
- Friday, May 23, 2025: Embark on the Camino!
- Wednesday, May 28, 2025: Arrive in Santiago de Compostela
- Thursday, May 29, 2025: Participate in Pilgrim’s Mass at Santiago de Compostela at noon and depart
Cost:
- Single occupancy: $2,600 (discount available for double occupancy)
- Please note that a deposit of $900 is due as soon as you book. Remaining payment is due by April 1, 2025.
- Payment can be made via credit card here; for fund, please select “Retreats and Pligrimages,” and note “Camino de Santiago” in the optional memo.
What’s included:
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All accommodations in 3- and 4-star boutique inns with private baths (single rooms)
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Breakfasts and dinners (with wine, but not with breakfast! 🙂)
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Your bag is transported from town to town
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Bilingual guide available each day (with backup transportation in case of emergency)
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Nightly gathering for worship led by St. James’ Clergy with devotional guide
What’s not included:
- Airfare and transportation to/from Sarria, Spain
A note for applicants: The Camino de Santiago is a rewarding but physically demanding journey. Since we’ll be walking a total of 72 miles over the course of six days, we recommend that participants have a good level of physical fitness (i.e. ability to walk up to 14 miles over the course of a day) to fully enjoy the experience and ensure safety along the way. If you’d like to experience a version of the Camino de Santiago without the same physical demands, stay tuned! We plan to offer an abridged version of this journey within the next couple of years.
Contact the Rev. Matt Oprendek if you have questions about this trip. There are only fifteen spots!
