Camino de Santiago group biking

Camino de Santiago group biking – León, Astorga, El Bierzo, Galicia & Santiago de Compostela – Wine & cook – Cultural visits – Cozy Hotels
Camino de Santiago group biking on the most diverse part of the Way, from León to Santiago. Scheduled stops in Gaudís Astorga, the Bierzo region and in green Galicia. Stunning views & villages, cooking, wine tastings, pilgrim friends, and cultural visits off the beaten track put extra spice to this tour. Overnight stays in cozy hotels and support vehicle for luggage and picnics. 6 stages 40-70km (10 days/9 nights).

I am shure all our travelers are satisfied and enjoyed the mindtraveling El Camino offered each and everyone of us during the Way!
Mr. K.Magnusson. 2012

Itinerary highlights

Today the pilgrimage route is in many ways a steadily growing tourist attraction for Northern Spain and can sometimes almost be perceived as too busy. But the trail still has some untouched gems left and on selected occasions we will take you off the beaten track to explore what others might pass by. That is why, apart from biking more than 320km, during the tour we schedule interesting visits such as wine tasting in D.O. Bierzo and rambling among Roman quarries in Las Médulas (World Heritage Landscape). Fun cooking moments and picnics with local products are also very appreciated features during the trip.

During this Camino de Santiago group biking we discover the cities of León and Santiago and get to visit two of Spain’s most beautiful Cathedrals. In Astorga, we learn all about the Gaudí period in the region. Small charming medieval Maragato villages O Cebreiro, Castrillo de Polvazares and Molinaseca make a perfect blending of large and small. Of course we will be by your side for anything you may need and will provide you with the best gastronomy and charming places to rest by the end of the day.

Day 1

Once in León, we will stay near the Cathedral and tapas streets of Barrio Húmedo. Meet up with the tour guide. Short presentation followed by bike testing. First Compostela stamp on our Pilgrim Passport and visit the beautiful Gothic cathedral. Early dinner.

Day 2

The cycling starts with a “must-stop” at the San Marco Square in León and a picnic lunch in Hospital Órbigo where we cycle over its legendary bridge. We reach Astorga where we can visit Gaudi’s Episcopal palace and then enjoy dinner on your own in this beautiful city.

Day 3

One of the harder workouts over the León Mountains takes us by some of El Caminos’ prettiest villages and the hard work gets paid off with a picnic up at the Cruz de Hierro. Then we roll down towards Molinaseca and El Bierzo, where we stay at a charming countryside hotel and enjoy cooking activities and dinner at dusk.

Day 4

Rest day in El Bierzo, where we take the opportunity to visit the beautiful Médulas mines landscapes and taste wine at one of the DO bodegas. Lunch on your own. Cooking and dining in the evening.

Day 5

We continue towards Galicia. At the appropriate place, we have a picnic to manage the slopes. In the beautiful Celtic village of O Cebreiro and its surrounding valleys you may leisure walk in the afternoon and enjoy amazing views before dinner at the hotel.

Day 6

The morning begins with a descent towards the Monastery of Samos, that we visit guided by a monk. Picnic lunch by the creek beneath the Monastery before heading to Sarria, a common starting point for walking pilgrims and with several dining options.

Day 7

The trail takes us to the interesting village of Portomarín, a village that Franco decided to move stone by stone in 1962 and “save” from drowning under the water of a nearby new dam. We are in green Galicia and will find beautiful countryside landscape, perfect for picnic lunch. Tonight we will have dinner and rest at a spa-hotel.

Day 8

Together with a strengthening picnic on the way, we will get a glimpse of one of the Cathedrals’s towers: our last day of the Camino de Santiago group biking takes proud pilgrims to Santiago. In the evening we enjoy a farewell dinner at one of Santiagos best restaurants.

Day 9

Day off to get your Compostela diploma. Optional day trip to Finisterre, where the Camino really ends and pilgrims traditionally burn their clothes and take a shell as evidence for their pilgrimage.

Day 10

Transfer to airport.

Getting here & transfers

Madrid is the best airport for regular incoming international flights followed by a 3h transfer to León. However, Ryanair operates to Santander airport from several European cities where a 2,5h transfer can be arranged. From UK there are weekly ferries to Santander. Ask us for the best option!

A van is available during all biking stages and carries your luggage from one hotel to the next during the day.

Hotels & meals

On this pilgrim tour we have found some unique hotels and country houses to enjoy a relaxing moment in the afternoon and evening far from the crowded pilgrim hostels…

On this tour you will enjoy solid buffet breakfasts with bread, cereals, juice, coffe & tea, ham, eggs, cheese as well as local sweets to get ready for a day of biking. On the roads and always in hand-picked sceneries you will taste & enjoy local products on charming country picnic lunches, where we often buy fresh products on the visits we make. A couple of dinners will be the delicious results of our cooking sessions as well as restaurant dinners! In Santiago you won´t miss out the delicious seafood…

Activities on this tour

Biking Level: Medium

Shortest/longest stage 50 km/70 km

Maximum climb 1000m Maximum descent 1000m

Bonito Norte contracts a specialised bike hirer who use bicycles from the leading Spanish brand BH which are specially designed for terrain like the Camino de Santiago.When you receive the bicycle, check it over carefully. Bicycles leave our headquarters fully prepared, checked and perfectly packaged. 21/24/27 gears.

Recommended biking accesories : Cover pad, helmet, water bottle & travel bag

Our cooking sessions are meant to be learning and inspiring. In one of the country houses we will be able to participate and learn more about the country life in El Bierzo and try its genuine cuisine.

Visits to 1 winery with tasting. One evening our guide will lead a tasting with the Caminos most appreciated wines.

The Cathedral in Santiago & León, The Monastery of Samos, Médulas mining heritage, O Cebreiro, Molinaseca, The bridge of Hospital de Órbigo…

More tour maps

See the areas we explore on this tour!

What´s included?

9 nights double room at selected Hotel 3*** or equivalent

Transfers and luggage transport according to program

9 Breakfast, 6 Lunches, 6 Dinners (wine in all meals)

2 Cooking classes, apron and recipes

Bike, lock, can, travel assistance

Visits, tastings and activities according to program

Cycling routes itineraries and maps

Travel documentation and useful information

Pricing & general Conditions

From 1.550,00€ (minimum 6 up to 14 people)

(300,00€ single room additional fee)

Flight and means of transportation to Spain excluded

Cancellations, Amendments and Refunds Bonito Norte Viajes

Cancellation due to severe sickness, illness, death of close family or catastrophic events at home such as fire, flooding or else: Total refund of the whole Price.

Cancellation due to other reasons

Cancellations up to 7 days tour starting date, 75% refund

Cancellation from 6 days to 48 hours prior to tour start date, 50% refund

Cancellation of tour start date prior to 48h, non-refundable

Tour dates