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Camino French Way - Section 2
From Pamplona to Logrono - "Hills and vineyards of Rioja region"
Walking: Full Walk - 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - Guided - Country Cottages - Easy (37km) - Easy (70km) - Easy (100km) - Cycling: Full Cycle - 1 - 2 - Easy - Coach: Coach Tour - Walk'N'Coach
This holiday follows the 2nd section of the Camino Frances / French Way. On this section you will start your walk in Pamplona, a town made famous by its Bull Run festival, and finish in the Rioja wine region in the city of Logrono. You will also enjoy a hike in hilly Navarra with its vineyards, 12th-century castles and picturesque villages.
Your way on the Camino de Santiago is made easier by clear sign posting. The famous arrow and the scallop shell will show you the way. Also included in our holiday pack are detailed walking notes and maps making navigation even easier.
Although sometimes physically demanding, it only requires a reasonable level of fitness however if you feel tired and need a rest, there are bars and restaurants along the way.
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Day by Day & Hotels
Hotels & country cottages have been carefully selected for their location, comfort, character, food, and friendliness of the staff. They are subject to availability and if the hotel described is not available, we will provide you with one of the same standard of comfort & price. Please click on hotel information below.
There are 6 days
Day 1: Pamplona
You will be booked in an en-suite hotel room in the centre of the town. .. read more >
Meals: N/A Luggage Transfer: No
You will be booked in an en-suite hotel room in the centre of the town.
Lodging: Our first choice is a hotel in the historic centre of the town. All rooms are en suite in this modern marble interiorized hotel*
Town Facilities: ATM, shops, all facilities.
*Please note: Accommodation is subject to availability.
Day 2: Pamplona to Puente de la Reina
21.5km, 6h15, +442 m / -525 m: As you leave Pamplona behind you, you also leave behind Nav ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
21.5km, 6h15, +442 m / -525 m: As you leave Pamplona behind you, you also leave behind Navarra’s Atlantic area. From this point onwards, Mediterranean brushwood, Holm oaks, and cereal crops will dominate the landscape. The Pamplona basin is also left behind as you cross the "Alto del Perdon".
Lodging: Our first choice is in a hotel at the entrance to the village. A former 17th century stone building, listed as part of the artistic heritage of Navarra, it has been carefully restored to maintain the old wood, stone and brickwork and to create a country-style welcoming atmosphere. In 2003 the cellar and ground floor were renovated into a restaurant, offering excellent cuisine and service.*
Town Facilities: ATM, Internet, shops, all facilities.
*Please note: Accommodation is subject to availability.
Day 3: Puente de la Reina to Estella
21km, 6h15, +466 m / -405 m: The Camino to Estella is quite agricultural with small towns ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
21km, 6h15, +466 m / -405 m: The Camino to Estella is quite agricultural with small towns and villages dotted amongst olive trees, cereal fields, and vineyards.
Lodging: Our first choice is in a hotel in the historic centre of the town. All rooms are en suite. The hotel offers the following facilities: Central heating, Air conditioning in main areas, Free WIFI during your stay, Internet area, Lift, Satellite TV, Restaurant, Cafeteria and a Living room.*
Town Facilities: ATM, Internet, shops, all facilities.
*Please note: Accommodation is subject to availability.
Day 4: Estella to Los Arcos
21.5km, 6h30, +288 m / -273 m: Today you pass through the Rioja area of Navarra covered in ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
21.5km, 6h30, +288 m / -273 m: Today you pass through the Rioja area of Navarra covered in vineyards, olive trees, and cereal fields. From Villamayor do Monjardin to Los Arcos, you will travel around 12kms without passing through a single village.
Lodging: Our first choice is in a hotel in the historic centre of the town. All rooms are en suite and the hotel has a lounge, snackbar and a restaurant.*
Town Facilities: ATM, all facilities.
*Please note: Accommodation is subject to availability.
Day 5: Los Arcos to Logrono
27km, 8h, +319 m / -360 m: Today you will leave Navarra and enter into Rioja on an enjoyab ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
27km, 8h, +319 m / -360 m: Today you will leave Navarra and enter into Rioja on an enjoyable hike into rolling countryside. Along the route, you will pass the dramatic ruins of Clavijo castle before finally entering the town of Logrono, advantageously situated on the border between Alava and Navarra. NOTE: This day can be split into 2 stages of 17km and 10km if you would like to walk at a more relaxed pace. You would stay overnight in a charming 2* hotel in the village of Viana.
Lodging: Set next to the River Ebro in central Logroño just 350 metres from the Santa Maria de la Redonda Church, this hotel offers a café-bar, 24-hour reception and a spa which features a sauna, hot tub and offers a selection of treatments, including massage. There is also a gym on site. All rooms feature flat-screen satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has an impressive central atrium with original stone arches and a glass ceiling. Each stylish room has central heating, a minibar and a laptop safe. The café-bar serves regional cuisine and has an extensive list of Rioja wines from the hotel’s own wine cellar. There are various restaurants and tapas bars within a 10-minute walk of the hotel.*
Town Facilities: ATM, Internet, shops, all facilities.
*Please note: Accommodation is subject to availability.
Day 6: Logrono
This is the end of your holiday but not until after you have eaten breakfast. .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast Luggage Transfer: No
This is the end of your holiday but not until after you have eaten breakfast.
Prices & Booking
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There is no intermediaries when booking with us, so feel free to contact us for advice, customisation or if you wish to combine several sections together. If you just wish to make a quick payment, submit your credit card and reference on our booking page. |
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Classic, 5 Nights |
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Split, Divide one day in 2 shorter days.(+1 Night) |
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Note:
Options: We can upgrade your holiday in 4, 5* and Paradors. We can also offer extra nights and airport transfers. Ask us!
Families: We are now offering 40% off prices for children aged between 3-9 years old, and 20% off prices for children aged between 10-17 years old. Children under 3 come free.
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Single Room |
Extra Nights |
Split Walking |
Airport Transfer |
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High Season |
509 |
629 |
Single: 95 |
N/A |
Ask us For more info, see "how to get there" section, right under trip's introduction. |
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Mid Season |
459 |
569 |
Single: 90 |
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Low Season |
399 |
489 |
Single: 90 |
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Note: If you plan to walk Section 1 or Section 2 of the Camino Frances and intend to be in Pamplona or Puente de la Reina between the 5th and 15th of July, there is an extra €80pps per night spent between these 2 dates in one of these 2 locations. This is because of the San Fermin Feria in Pamplona http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Ferm%C3%ADn. All hotels double their prices and rooms must be booked at least a year in advance if you wish to be in Pamplona or Puente de la Reina on these dates. Extra night in Pamplona between these dates is €150.
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General details
Difficulty: 1 2 3 4 5 What is this?
Distance: 94Km
Duration: 5 Nights
Activity: 
Walking
Comfort: In Style
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Available: All year round
Price: From €390
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(1,2) Leisurely (3,4) Stimulating (5) A Challenge
Our holidays are graded by 3 categories of difficulty: Leisurely, Stimulating and A Challenge. This grading system will allow you to select the ideal holiday for yourself or your group. We aim to offer you the best experiences and unforgettable memories on a holiday where your desire for a challenge, comfort and safety are our priority. As the abilities of everybody are different, it’s important that you decide on a holiday which best suits your own needs and capabilities. You should take some time to look over our grading system so you can decide which holiday is best for you!
How do we grade?
When grading our holidays we take 3 main factors into consideration: Distance, Gradient and Trail Type (i.e. mountain track, forest road, surfaced road, etc.)
Our Easy walking and cycling holidays are best for families with young children. With older children, experience and fitness level should be considered when deciding on a holiday.
Leisurely(1,2)
• Time: Under 5 hours per day on average.
• Gradient: Gentle, no steep climbs
• Trail Type: Walking path, easily accessible
• Suitable for: Everybody. Some easy preparation walks should increase your enjoyment.
Stimulating(3,4)
• Time: 5 to 7 hours / less than 20km per day on average
• Gradient: Up to 1000m ascent per day on average, possibility of some steep climbing
• Trail Type: Walking paths, mountain trails, not technically difficult
• Suitable for: Moderate level of fitness required. Some weekend walks of around 3-4 hours should help your preparation.
A Challenge (5)
• Time: Days can be over 7 hours / 20km
• Gradient: Days can be more than 1000m, some steep climbing
• Trail Type: Walking paths, mountain trails, can be technically difficult
• Suitable for: Good level of fitness required. Previous experience would be best. Regular weekend walks of 4-5 hours or more are advisable in the months leading up to your holiday. These should include some mountain walks.
Please find below information on how to get to your destination and back. You can also look at our "Camino flight Finder" page, and our airport guide.
Fly to and home from Bilbao, Santander or Madrid. More info see: http://www.spanish-airport-guide.com/
1 - Bilbao: A large amount of the passenger traffic at Bilbao Airport comes from internal flights and you can fly from Bilbao to any of the following Spanish Airports: A Coruna, Alicante, Barcelona, Badajoz, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Jerez, Lanzarote, Madrid, Malaga, Palma de Mallorca, Santiago de Compostela, Seville, Tenerife, Valencia and Vigo. There are also European flights to Brussels, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, Lisbon, Milan, Munich, Paris and Stuttgart. At the moment easyJet, Iberia and AerLingus fly from the UK and Ireland to Bilbao. easJjet offer daily flights to Bilbao from London Stansted Airport, Iberia flies from Gatwick or Heathrow via Madrid and AerLingus operate out of Dublin.
2 - Santander: Ryanair are the only low-cost airline that currently offer direct flights to Santander. They offer flights from London Stansted and now Dublin, Frankfurt, Milan and Rome as well as Reus and Madrid in Spain. Iberia offer a good selection of internal flights from Alicante, Barcelona, Gran Canaria, Malaga, Palma de Mallorca, Seville and Valencia.
3 - Madrid: Virtually every company flies to MadridSpanish national company: www.iberia.com Spanish low-cost: www.spanair.com
To the start of the walk in Pamplona:
1 - From Bilbao: direct bus to Pamplona (takes 2hrs) with Burundesa bus company, 10 departures a day.
2 - From Santander: direct bus to Pamplona (takes 2hrs) with Burundesa bus company, 2 departures a day.
3 - From Madrid: bus to Pamplona with Conda bus company, 10 departures a day. There is also a train from Madrid train station to Pamplona train station. 9 departures a day.
Back home from Logrono:
1 - To Bilbao: Train takes 1h30 Bus from bus station to Bilbao bus station 2h (week: 7.30, 9.30, 11.00, 15.00, 17.30, 19.30, weekend: 8.30,11.00, 17.30, 19.30)
2 - To Santander: Train takes 2h30 Bus 9.30 and 15.00
3 - To Madrid: Train takes 3hrs Spanish train timetables: http://horarios.renfe.es/hir/ingles.html
Included:
Luggage transferred from hotel to hotel
Rooms en-suite
Half Board during the hike
Holiday Pack: inc. notes & map(s) & pilgrim passport, what to bring, language book
Not Included:
Flights
Insurance (recommended)
Drinks
Dinner first and last nights
Transfer from/to airport
