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Camino de Santiago
Guided Walking Holiday 
​2-8 May 2020

​The Camino de Santiago is an internationally renowned walking trail with many route options. Our chosen route covers the final 114 kilometres of the French Way through the delightful Galician hills from the lovely town of Sarria westwards to the city of Santiago de Compostela and its imposing cathedral. It is the most popular section of the trail and deservedly so. This is the most popular itinerary of the Camino de Santiago and is perfect for those who are looking to capture the essence of the Camino. A nice walk, good food and wine, discovering local customs, meeting fellow pilgrims and enjoying the unique atmosphere of it all. For many, the essence of the Camino de Santiago is about enjoying the journey and not just the destination. This itinerary covers the minimum required to apply for your Compostela certificate.

ITINERARY
​1st day: ARRIVAL IN  SARRIA.
Sarria is the main town between Ponferrada and Santiago de Compostela. The Romanesque Church of Our Saviour, with its Gothic façade, and the convent of Magdalena are well worth a visit, as are the Rua Maior main street and the ancient medieval castle tower.

2nd day: SARRIA - PORTOMARIN (23 Km - 6h - difficulty 1/3)
Expect a peaceful walk in shady oak woods through pretty villages on quiet country roads. The village of Barbadelo (580m) has a beautiful Romanesque church that is worth a visit. The village of Ferreiros is also on route. When you arrive in Portomarin, you can chill out at one of the numerous outdoor cafés in the main square.

3rd day: PORTOMARIN - PALAS DE REI (25.6 Km - 6h15 - difficulty 2/3)
The day starts by crossing over the Belesar dam footbridge, followed by a gradual climb ending in the village of Ligonde. This stage runs mainly along andaderos (paths), next to the road, or in some cases along paved trails. There are many signs indicating that we are on a pilgrim route, including the famous "cruceiros" (crucifixes). Check out the Cruceiro of Lameiros and the Monastery of Our Saviour of Vilar de Donas (2 km detour off the Camino).

4th day: PALAS DE REI - ARZUA (29.5 Km - 7h - difficulty 2/3)
On this stage, you will move into the province of Corunna, where you will find expanses of eucalyptus and pine trees and numerous medieval bridges, such as those in Leboreiro and Furelos, as well as one of the most idyllic locations on the Camino in Ribadiso do Baixo near Arzua. Melide, which is famous for its octopus, is an obligatory stop for pilgrims and lovers of good food, whilst Arzua is famous for its designation of origin cheese.
This long walking day can be split into two with an overnight stay in Melide (15km + 14km).

5th day: ARZUA - RUA (18.5 Km -5h - difficulty 1/3)
Today’s route is a nice and easy walk over gentle slopes and through woodland, alternating with stretches near the road, which we will have to cross on occasions, before ending in Rua (500 m before the village of Pedrouzo). Don't miss the beautiful sculpture of Saint James the Pilgrim in the Church of the same name in Boente.

6th day: RUA - SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA (18.5 km - 4h30 - difficulty 1/3)
The last stage on your Camino de Santiago. The proximity of your goal will bring mixed feelings. On one hand, you will be eager to reach the desired end of the journey, yet on the downside, the feeling that comes to every pilgrim is that the journey is over. A stage of anxiety and joy, where distance does not matter, because you are “already there”. The route today is flat, except for the climb to San Marcos, from Lavacolla, passing Monte do Gozo and down to Santiago de Compostela. The entire city of Santiago de Compostela is magical, but especially its Cathedral, which deserves a special visit.

7th day: SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA
After breakfast, If you haven’t already done so then please go to the exchange for your pilgrim’s passport. You will then be transferred by private transfer to Santiago de Compostela airport for your return flight home. 

​DATES: 2-8 May 2020
DURATION: 6 nights
GROUP SIZE: Maximum 12
WALK GRADE: Moderate 
This section of the Camino involves only a few inclines, nothing too strenuous. However, the distance covered means that this is a moderate grade holiday. The shortest day is 18km /11 miles and the longest 28km/ 17.5 miles. We will take our time, stopping for breaks and lunch each day

Prices:
£999pp based on 2 people sharing a twin/double room
£1179 based on a sole occupancy room

Included In Your Price:
  • Diva Destinations professional guide & host.
  • Your guide is a qualified Mountain Leader and National Navigation Award Scheme Course Director and has worked in the outdoor industry for 20 years, beginning her career working as a guide for Exodus, an adventure travel company. While with Exodus, she led guided walking holidays in Italy, as well as Nepal, Morocco, Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Austria, and Spain.
  • 6 nights B&B local accommodation
  • Return airport transfers
  • 6 evening meals
  • Total financial protection through our ATOL bonding

​Additional Extras:
  • Return flights from the UK
  • Personal Travel Insurance
  • Lunch daily

​Seven Sisters Guided Walk
Sussex

Perhaps the most iconic landmark in Sussex, the Seven Sisters is a series of chalk cliffs that abuts the English Channel between Seaford and Eastbourne. Here you will enjoy big skies, seascapes and an ever changing colour of landscapes. So join us for 4 days of stunning walks including Beachy Head, Birling Gap and Friston Forest.​
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DATES: 2-7 October 2020
DURATION: 5 nights
GROUP SIZE: Maximum 12
LOCATION: Eastbourne – Beachy Head – Birling Gap - East Dean – Seaford – West Dean - Friston Forest – Alfriston – White Horse – Seven Sisters - Alfriston – Jevington – Eastbourne
WALK GRADE: Leisurely to Moderate

ITINERARY
Friday 2 October: Arrive in Eastbourne from 3pm. Meet for briefing at 6.30pm and hosted group dinner (included in your price)
Saturday 3 October: Eastbourne – Beachy Head – Birling Gap - East Dean 5 miles with option to walk back 2 miles +
Sunday 4 October: Birling Gap – Seaford 8 miles. Private transport to Birling Gap in the morning. Return via regular public bus (40 minutes) 
Monday 5 October: Seven Sisters Visitor Centre – West Dean - Friston Forest – Alfriston – White Horse – Seven Sisters Visitor Centre 5 miles. Private transport to / from Seven Sisters Visitor Centre , West Dean
Tuesday 6 October Alfriston – Jevington – Eastbourne 8 miles (or 4 miles Alfriston to Jevington). Private transport to Alfriston. Private transport from Jevington for those who want a shorter walk.
Wednesday 7 October Depart after breakfast. Or free time to explore Eastbourne.
 
Prices:
£557pp based on 2 people sharing a twin/double room
£694 based on sole occupancy

Included In Your Price:
  • Diva Destinations professional guide & host. Your guide is a qualified Mountain Leader and National Navigation Award Scheme Course Director and has worked in the outdoor industry for 20 years, beginning her career working as a guide for Exodus, an adventure travel company. While with Exodus, she led guided walking holidays in Italy, as well as Nepal, Morocco, Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Austria, and Spain.
  • 5 nights bed and breakfast in the Best Western Lansdowne Hotel, Eastbourne
  • Hosted welcome group dinner on your first evening
  • Private transport to Birling Gap
  • Private transport to / from Seven Sisters Visitor Centre, West Dean
  • Private transport to Alfriston & private transport from Jevington for those who want a shorter walk

Additional Extras:
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Lunch & dinner daily (except for welcome meal)
  • Transportation not detailed
  • Travel to/from Eastbourne
Important Information about our Hosted Group Holidays:
Kindly note we do require a minimum number to guarantee our hosted group trips. In the unlikely event we do not reach the numbers required we will refund your deposit in full. In the meantime we request you do not book any other elements for this trip including rail/coach travel & parking etc until we guarantee departure.

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