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About this trip
Walking an average of 16.85 km (10.43 miles) per day on the Camino de Santiago. Retreat is 10 days/9 nights. The way to Finisterre & Muxía will take you to the Celtic and Roman traditions of Galicia region. We will be able to discover the Costa da Morte (the Coast of Death in English), one of the most unspoiled regions of Spain, very popular because of its cliffs. This 118-kilometer (73 mile) walk takes in the wonders of Galicia’s magnificent coastline. Leaving the hustle & bustle of the Santiago de Compostela, the route passes through rural landscapes of high plateaus, forested tracks, country villages & the reward of stunning coastal trails & headlands where the pace slows to that of centuries of seafaring life.
Finisterre and Muxia Way Retreat
We will be a small group, incorporating yoga and meditation into our trip.
Dating back as far as the 9th Century, pilgrims have been walking to both Muxía & Finisterre as the final stretch of the itinerary traced by the Milky Way to the westernmost explored part of continental Europe; to Finisterre – the ‘end of the world’, where the cliffs plunge steeply to the sea & the sun disappears each evening. Once in Finisterre, we will collect your Fisterrana, a certificate of completion of the pilgrimage to ‘Finis Terrae’. Then onto Muxía, where we will get your Muxiana (Pilgrim Certificate) and have a special evening planned to celebrate our journey. We end in the historic city of Santiago de Compostela with a fun history and tapas tour.
What’s included
- 8 Nights LodgingLodging is upgraded rural hotels, country cottages or bed and breakfasts. All rooms are private double rooms (2 beds) with a private bathroom. Pricing is per person double occupancy.
- Luggage TransferLuggage Transfer (1 bag per person, 17 kg max.)
- 9 Breakfasts/7 DinnersDinners are 3 course meals, typically served with wine.
- 1 Lunch1 Lunch included
- Trip insurance
- Airport TransfersAirport Transfers - from/to Santiago de Compostela airport
- Guided walkingAverage walking 19.16 km (11.91 miles) per day.
- Yoga
- Meditation
- Pilgrim Passport
- Tapas TourA guided tour of approx. 3 hours through the most popular bars in the historic centre of Santiago, tasting tapas and local drinks with an official guide.
- Tips/Gratuities
- Shell Ceremony
- TransferTransfer from Muxia to Santiago de Compostela
What’s not included
- Flights
- Lunches*see itinerary, 1 lunch included
- Snacks
- Drinks*any additional alcoholic/non-alcoholic drinks that are not included with meals
Available Packages
Rooms are private double occupancy rooms (2 beds) with a private bathroom.
Retreat prices listed are per person, in double occupancy accommodations. If you are traveling alone we will pair you with a roommate.
Very limited single occupancy available. Single rooms are 1 bed with a private bathroom.
Itinerary
May 6, 2025 - Santiago de Compostela, Spain
We will pick you up at the Santiago de Compostela, Spain (SCQ) airport. After dropping our bags at our hotel we will gather for a a late lunch and a formal welcome. You will have some time to explore the historical city before heading to bed early, in preparation for our hike starting tomorrow.
Stage 1: Santiago to Negreira
The first stage takes you from Santiago de Compostela to the town of Negreira. Covering a distance of approximately 21 kilometers (13 miles). You will walk through pine and eucalyptus forests, small hamlets and roman bridges. It is considered to be one of the less strenuous walking days.
Stage 2: Negreira to Santa Mariña
Today is approximately 20 kilometers (12.5 miles) from Negreira to Santa Mariña. A nice walk through the forest in the beginning. After a few of hours it changes into the countryside scenery with many small villages, pasture fields, famous Galician rock granaries and hundreds of cows. The route continues going up and down all the way.
Stage 3: Santa Mariña to O Logoso
16 km (10 miles)
This is the most special stage. Why? Because of the sea view in the distance, for the first time!
Stage 4: O Logoso to Cee
18 km (11.18 miles), Walk across the San Pedro Mártir Hill and don't forget to visit its small chapel and its water fountain with healing properties for rheumatism, foot and wart pain.
Stage 5: Cee to Finisterre
Approximatley 12 km (7.46 miles) + 3km climb to the lighthouse. The Camino in this stage takes you along the Atlantic coast while enjoying the high cliffs that give its name to its coast, the wild beaches and the incredible views it offers. Finisterre is a busy fishing port. While the town is sheltered from the worst of westerly gales it has nevertheless been ravaged by wind, rain and pirates down through the centuries, consequently there is little historic or artistic significance remaining. However, the towns somewhat "untidy" layout and modernity overlies a rich historical past. Lighthouse Faro the famed lighthouse at the "end of the world," lies here as well as the most recent and uplifting addition is a Peace Pole, planted by the World Peace Project. Its simple message reads, "May Peace Prevail On Earth" Que La Paz Prevalezca En La Tierra and points heavenward encouraging us to "think peace to create peace." In additonal there are several pilgrim monuments including the poignant brass boot rooted in the rock face and surrounded by the Atlantic swell that crashes around the headland 126 metres (413 feet) below.
Stage 6: Finisterre to Lires
13 km (8 miles) From Cape Fisterra (or Finisterre) the ocean views along this section of the Camino are splendid. The village of Lires will be your stop for the night and is home to pristine sandy beaches, perfect for a refreshing swim.
Stage 7: Lires to Muxía
15 km (9.32 miles) Our last walking day. Starting from the village of Lires today’s Camino trail takes you to the hamlets of Frixe, Guisamonde, Morquintián, before you reach Monte do Facho. Enjoy the view and go for a swim at Praia de Lourido. The quaint fishing village of Muxía is your final destination and where you will stay tonight. Visit the sanctuary of Nosa Señora da Barca right by the Atlantic Ocean and its holy stones, said to have curative powers: the rocking stone and the ‘Kidney stone’. The fishing village of Muxía will charm you with its mix of pagan and religious traditions. Visit the Virxe da Barca sanctuary and its famous ‘rocking stones’ overlooking the Atlantic. According to tradition, you have to walk 9 times under the ‘Pedra dos Cadrís’ to cure all your back ailments. And don’t forget to taste some of Galicia’s famous seafood.
May 14, 2025 - Muxía to Santiago de Compostela, Spain
After spending the first part of the day in Muxía, we will depart Muxía back to Santiago via transport and spend 1 night in the historical city of Santiago de Compostela before returning you to the Santiago de Compostela (SCQ), Spain airport on May 15, 2025.