Camino de Santiago Women’s Pilgrimage Retreat

Arrival in Astorga

Astorga → Santa Catalina de Somoza | 8.6km / 5.4 miles

Santa Catalina de Somoza → Rabanal del Camino | 11.2km / 7 miles

Rabanal del Camino → El Acebo del Camino → Molinaseca | 25km / 15.5 miles

Molinaseca → Cacabelos | 23km / 14.3 miles

Cacabelos → Villafranca del Bierzo | 8.3 km / 5.15 miles

Villafranca del Bierzo → Vega de Valcarce | 17km / 10.5 miles

Vega de Valcarce → O Cebreiro → Fonfria | 23.5km / 14.6 miles

Fonfria → Samos | 19.3km / 12 miles

Samos → Sarria | 15.4km / 9.6 miles

Sarria → Amenal → Santiago de Compostela | 16.3km / 10.1 miles

Depart Santiago de Compostela

A focused 60-minute session to help you gain clarity and direction.

Ideal for those who are early in the planning stages, not sure where to start, and have general questions about the journey and planning process.

Includes:

• 60-minute coaching call

• Personalized plan

• Recommendations

Ideal for those who want structured support and guidance leading up to the Camino, and value check-ins as you train and plan.

Includes:

• Three 60-minute coaching sessions

• Route and stage planning guidance

• Packing and training support

• Emotional and mindset preparation

• Accountability support between sessions

• Post Camino integration session

• 4 pre-Camino coaching sessions with individual check-ins, a detailed training plan, packing list, gear guide, step-by-step travel instructions, and on trail coaching

• Accommodations for total walking days *

• Select number of breakfasts

• Pilgrims’ passport

• Compostela certificate upon completion

• Optional bodywork during the journey

• 2 post Camino integration coaching calls

• Flight to or from Spain

• Taxi or bus transfers while on pilgrimage unless otherwise stated

• Meals not otherwise mentioned

• Optional daily luggage transfer per person (1 backpack not to exceed 15kg/33lbs)

• Trip and Travel health insurance

• Transportation to the starting and ending points

We will stay in carefully picked, family-run hotels and B&B’s with some being reserved exclusively for our group. Rooms are shared (twin rooms). Single rooms are available but limited and on a first-come basis for an additional fee. All rooms include private, ensuite bathrooms.

Deposit: A non-refundable $500 deposit is required to reserve your spot and secure arrangements. The remaining balance is paid in two installments. Payment plans for the remaining balance are available upon request.

Please note: Failure to meet payment deadlines may result in forfeiture of your spot and any payments made.

To reserve your spot: Participants interested in joining this Camino retreat will have a brief phone conversation with me first. This ensures that the group is supportive, aligned, and appropriate for each person.

Day 0 - September 3 | Arrival in Astorga

• Rest at Hotel Guadi or similar for first walk next day

Day 1 - September 4 | Astorga → Santa Catalina de Somoza | 8.6km / 5.4 miles

• Set intentions for your pilgrimage

• Last minute group gear check and shopping

• Start walking in late morning to Santa Catalina de Somoza

Day 2 - September 5 | Santa Catalina de Somoza → Rabanal del Camino | 11.2km / 7 miles

• Ease into the day with another short walk to prepare you for the upcoming days

Day 3 - September 6 | Rabanal del Camino → El Acebo del Camino → Molinaseca | 17km / 10.5 miles

• Carry your stone from home to the famed Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross) and leave it there as a symbol of letting go of your burdens

• Taxi transfer from El Acebo to Molinaseca

Day 4 - September 7 | Molinaseca → Cacabelos | 23km / 14.3 miles

• Visit the Knights Templar Castle in Ponferrada on route

Day 5 - September 8 | Cacabelos → Villafranca del Bierzo | 8.3 km / 5.15 miles

• A shorter day, arriving early to enjoy this historic town

Day 6 - September 9 | Villafranca del Bierzo → Vega de Valcarce | 17km / 10.5 miles

• A valley walk with mountain views preparing you for the climb into Galicia

Day 7 - September 10 | Vega de Valcarce → O Cebreiro → Fonfria | 23.5km / 14.6 miles

• Climb into Galicia through O Cebreiro, a mystical mountaintop hamlet (11.5km / 7.1 miles)

• Optional taxi transfer to Fonfria for remaining 12km / 7.5 miles

Day 8 - September 11 | Fonfria → Samos | 19.3km / 12 miles

• Peaceful forest walk and rolling hills en route to the monastery village of Samos

Day 9 - September 12 | Samos → Sarria | 15.4km / 9.6 miles

• Gentle stage into Sarria

Day 10 - September 13 | Sarria → Amenal → Santiago de Compostela | 16.3km / 10.1 miles

• Transfer from Sarria to Amenal

• Walk from Amenal into Santiago

• Receive your Compostela and celebrate completion of your pilgrimage

• Attend Pilgrim’s Mass

• Closing and celebratory circle

• Optional massage or reflexology session

Day 11 - September 14 | Santiago de Compostela (Departure)

• Leave Spain and fly home

• Optional: Stay for a day tour to Finisterre

Total Cost: $3,600
Available Spots: 5
Deposit: There is a non-refundable $500 to hold your spot and secure arrangements. Payment plans are available for the remaining balance if needed.

• Deadline for deposit: February 16, 2026

• First Payment Due: March 14, 2026 — $1,550

• Final Payment Due: April 14, 2026 — $1,550

• If registering after February 16, an initial enrollment payment of $2,050 is required at booking, which includes the non-refundable deposit

• Failure to meet payment deadlines may result in forfeiture of your spot and all payments made

To reserve your spot: Email sankofamassage@gmail.com with the subject Camino.
You will receive the registration agreement and payment instructions. Participation in this Camino retreat is by application and conversation. This ensures that the experience is supportive, aligned, and appropriate for each participant and the group as a whole.

What’s included:

• 4 pre-Camino coaching sessions with individual check-ins, a detail oriented training plan, packing list, gear guide, step-by-step travel instructions, and on trail coaching

• Accommodations for 11 nights *

• 5 breakfasts

• Pilgrims’ passport

• Daily luggage transfer per person (1 backpack not to exceed 15kg/33lbs)

• Compostela certificate upon completion

• Optional bodywork during the journey

• 2 post Camino integration coaching calls

What’s NOT included:

• Flight to or from Spain

• Taxi or bus transfers while on pilgrimage unless otherwise stated

• Meals not otherwise mentioned

• Travel health insurance

• Trip insurance

*Accommodations: We will stay in carefully-picked, quaint, family-run hotels and B&B’s with some being reserved exclusively for our group. We’ll accommodate single rooms whenever possible. However, depending on group size and availability, shared accommodations (twin rooms) may be necessary. All rooms include private ensuite bathrooms

Cancellation Policy
We understand that unexpected events can occur, and plans may change. Because this retreat involves advanced bookings, coordination with international partners, and non-refundable reservations, the following cancellation and refund policy applies to all participants. All deposits and other payments are non-refundable. If you find that you are unable to attend, you may transfer your spot to another eligible participant (female 18+) with written approval. It is strongly recommended to purchase trip insurance.

Retreat Cancellations by Organizer
In the unlikely event that the retreat must be canceled by the organizer due to unforseen circumstances (e.g., minimum group size not met, travel restrictions, natural disasters), participants will receive:

• A full refund of all payments made, excluding any personal travel arrangements (flights, insurance, etc.), or

• The option to transfer payments to a future retreat

Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend that all participants purchase comprehensive travel insurance that covers trip cancellation, medical emergencies, and personal belongings. This ensures peace of mind in the event of illness, injury or travel disruptions.

Physical Preperation
You will be given a training schedule to prepare you for your walk. It is in your best interest to follow the program to decrease injuries. You don’t want to ruin your pilgrimage. With training, you will be able to walk up to 14 miles!

Starting Point
Book your flight into Madrid (Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport) and plan to arrive no later than September 2nd. The next morning, we will meet in Madrid and travel as a group via train to Astorga. If you decided to travel on your own, you must arrive in Astorga on September 3rd as the next day is the start of your pilgrimage.

Walk Your Way
I encourage you to listen to your body and your needs for the day. In the beginning, we will walk together as a group. As you become comfortable on The Way, feel free to rest, stop to take pictures, converse with other pilgrims, walk ahead, walk slowly or walk in silence. You do not have to worry about getting lost as the Camino shells and arrows will guide you as well as locals and other pilgrims. You also will be given an itinerary so you’ll always know where you should be at the end of the day.

Communication
While on the trail your guide will be close by and accessible via WhatsApp should you need anything.

Participant Responsibility & Liability Waiver

• Participation in this retreat involves physical activity, including walking and hiking along the Camino de Santiago, and traveling in international settings. By registering, you acknowledge and agree that:

• You are voluntarily participating and accept full responsibility for your health, safety, and well-being throughout the retreat.

• You have reviewed your physical condition with your healthcare provider and are fit to participate

• The organizer, retreat leaders, and any affiliated partners are not liable for any injury, illness, accident, loss, or damage that may occur before, during, or after the retreat.

• You agree to hold the organizer harmless from any claims arising from participation in this retreat or related activities

• You are solely responsible for obtaining travel insurance that covers medical care, evacuation, and trip interruptions

Acknowledgement
By submitting your registration and deposit, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms of this Cancellation, Refund, and Liability Policy.