Our journey starts in Nájera, where we can visit its famous monastery. From there, the Camino leads us over hilly lands towards Santo Domingo de la Calzada named after Saint Dominic de la Calzada, who is said to have performed numerous miracles here.

Entering the province of Burgos, we ascend the Montes de Oca (Mount of Goose) to reach the marvellous city of Burgos. This will be the perfect spot for a well-deserved rest day and a visit to the towering Gothic cathedral of Burgos.

We eventually enter the Meseta, a plateau known for its scenic views and open landscapes of intense colours. There's plenty of room to breathe here. This barren and dry land is deeply fascinating to many as long as you are well equipped for the heat that often accumulates in this area. The Meseta leaves much space to experience oneself and is a special stretch of the Camino indeed. This tour ends in Caldzadilla de la Cueza.

Every morning we offer a daily impulse to the whole group. This can be a short text or a poem that will hopefully inspire you and give you some light input for your time on the way.

This tour lasts 12 days and you will travel 198 kilometres.

Day 1: Arrival – Bilbao – Nájera

Arrival in Spain and minibus ride from the airport to Nájera (~140 km). After moving into our rooms, there will be a welcome meeting to get to know each other and answer all questions that you may have. A city tour is available on request.

Day 2: Nájera - Santo Domingo de la Calzada

First hike through vineyards to Santo Domingo de la Calzada, where we can visit its famous cathedral and learn about the miracle of the Hanged Innocent that took place here.

22 km – easy to medium difficulty

Day 3: Santo Domingo de la Calzada - Belorado

We follow the Camino as it runs over smooth hills and through typical Castilian villages to Belorado. We leave the province of La Rioja behind us and enter the province of Burgos (Castilla y León).

23.5 km - medium difficulty

Day 4: Belorado - San Juan de Ortega

After walking through the plains beyond San Juan, the Camino takes us up into the Montes de Oca (Goose Hills) before it reaches the small village of San Juan de Ortega, where we can visit its renowned monastery.

24.6 km - medium difficulty

Day 5: San Juan de Ortega - Burgos

Crossing the heights of Atapuerca to reach Burgos in the afternoon. It is recommended to take the prettier alternative route along the river Arlanzón (approx. 2 km more)

25.3 km – small ascent in the beginning, then easy walking

Day 6: Burgos

A rest day in Burgos with plenty of time to visit the local points of interest. The Gothic cathedral of Burgos is one of the true highlights of the Camino Frances.

Day 7: Tag Burgos – Hornillos del Camino

Hike from Burgos into the Meseta (Castilian high plain) and finally to the charming village of Hornillos del Camino, with the typical flair of a village along the Camino de Santiago.

19.5 km - easy difficulty

Day 8: Hornillos del Camino - Hontanas - Castrojeriz

On this day we will pass the ruins of an old Augustinian monastery near Hontanas before we reach Castrojeriz, a whale-shaped village that stretches far along the Camino de Santiago.

21.5 km - easy difficulty

Day 9: Castrojeriz - Boadilla del Camino

Over the Table Mountain called Alto de Mostelares, we pass by the famous chapel of San Nicolás and end the day in Boadilla del Camino. The lovely bridge in Pisuerga marks the end of the province of Burgos and we enter the province of Palencia.

19.3 km - easy difficulty

Day 10: Boadilla del Camino - Villalcázar de Sirga

Along the Canal de Castilla, winding through the municipality of Frómista, we reach the stunning Roman church of St. Martín before carrying on to Villalcázar de Sirga.

19.2 km - easy difficulty

Day 11: Tag Villalcázar de Sirga - Calzadilla de la Cueza 

On arguably the most stunning stretch of the Meseta, we can always walk straight ahead on this treeless plateau with its often surreal landscapes. Calzadilla, the destination of this stage, is hidden in a small valley.

22.4 km - easy difficulty

Day 12: Calzadilla de la Cueza - Bilbao - Return

We return to Bilbao by minibus (ca. 280 km), from where you fly home. Or continue your Camino with Tour 3.

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