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Self-drive holiday along the Camino de Santiago

Map Self-drive holiday along the Camino de Santiago

Self-drive holiday from Bilbao to Santiago along the Camino de Santiago.

A sensory journey through the culture, wine and nature of Northern Spain

Have you always dreamt of experiencing the atmosphere of Spain’s most famous pilgrimage route – without having to lace up your hiking boots? This self-drive trip takes you along the legendary Camino de Santiago, from the vibrant city of Bilbao, rich in art and gastronomy, to the historic destination of Santiago de Compostela, passing through some of Northern Spain’s most beautiful and authentic regions.

Along the way, you’ll stay at carefully selected hotels and charming manor houses, where local hospitality and authenticity set the tone for a relaxed journey with time for presence and reflection. You’ll drive along the same path followed by thousands of pilgrims each summer – and even without walking, you’ll feel the unique energy of the ancient villages and monasteries that line the route.

The journey takes you through La Rioja and Castilla y León, two regions known for their deep wine traditions, proud cuisine, and impressive cultural heritage. Expect flavourful visits to local bodegas, breathtaking landscapes, and cities like Logroño, Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Burgos and León, where cathedrals and cloisters whisper stories of centuries past.

In the summer months, you’ll also travel through wide-open landscapes where golden sunflower fields bloom, quietly turning their heads toward the sun – like silent guides along your journey. These are the moments that make this trip truly special.

For many, walking the Camino is a dream that remains out of reach. Whether you lack the time, energy or desire to walk it all – or even part of it – this trip offers a way to experience its magic and the depth of Northern Spain in a more personal and comfortable way.

You’ll gain insight not only into the route itself, but also into the traditions, flavours and emotions that shape life in this unique part of Spain. A journey to feel, discover and immerse yourself in – guided by our handpicked recommendations for an unforgettable experience.


For those who seek more than just a holiday

This journey is for those who want to feel the history, atmosphere, and depth of Northern Spain – at their own pace. For many, walking the entire Camino is a dream. But for just as many, a journey by car, with time to savour and explore without rush, is the perfect alternative.

We guide you through the most authentic parts of Northern Spain and share our best recommendations for places, experiences, and flavours that will stay with you long after you return home.

It includes
  1. 8 x nights in double room in stunning hoteles selected for their quality, location and authentical charme. 
  2. 8 x breakfast.
  3. Rented car all days. Category: Ford Fiesta or similar (inclusive taxes and basic insurance). Upgrade when more that 3 pax.
  4. Spain-is-Mores digital travel Guidebook.
  5. 24/7 emergency telephone number.
  6. Taxes.
Optional
  1. Personalise your trip: Extended stays, transportation to startingpoint from anywhere in the world and back, add interesting and authentic experiences etc. Please ask us, we will be happy to assist you. 
  2. Carrental: Please, ask for price, if you prefer a different category.  
  3. Trip cancellation insurance: available in the trip confirmation process.(can be added when ordering).

Self-drive holiday along the Camino de Santiago

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Single room supplement: 180 EUR

Daily program

Self-drive holiday along the Camino de Santiago

Detailed itinerary (view all days )
Day 1: Bilbao (Basque Country)

Sightseeing in Bilbao: Guggenheim Museum (included in price) and the old town. Accommodations: Elegant and central three-star hotel.

Bilbao is one of the main towns in the Basque Country. Compared to the aristocratic San Sebastian, Bilbao has always been regarded as the ugly, industrial sister. This changed when Bilbao was chosen as home for the magnificent, futuristic Guggenheim museum. 

A visit to Bilbao is a visit to a modern Spanish city, combined with the charm of Spain’s old, evocative streets. The Spain is More guidebook will guide you through its best sites.

Day 2 – 3: La Rioja (La Rioja)

Accommodations: Authentic and elegant four-star hotel 

The road from Bilbao will take you through some of the best vineyards in Rioja. West of La Rioja’s capital Logroño, you encounter the Pilgrim route the first time. The days in La Rioja can be used to discover fantastic wine villages, splendid old monasteries and superb gastronomy, characteristic of the entire route.

Day 4: Burgos (Castilla-León)

Accommodations: Gorgeous, traditional hotel.

In the historic city of Burgos, we will see a number of interesting sites. Its crown jewel is the cathedral and the old town surrounding it. Burgos is one of the most important stops on the Pilgrims Way and is a day for relaxing and enjoying a cozy atmosphere. 

Day 5: León (Castilla-León)

Accommodations: Central hotel in the historic centre

This old Roman capital has been a central artery for the pilgrim’s journey for centuries. León offers a wide range of fantastic monuments such as a breathtaking cathedral. From León, you can discover a number of exciting excursions related to the Pilgrim route. If you need a break, as many pilgrims do when they arrive, León offers hundreds of tapas bars and cozy places where you can gaze upon pilgrims limping around with sore feet.

Day 6: Typically Pilgrim Village (Castilla-León or Galicia)

Accommodations: Authentic family-owned hotel

From León, continue along the Pilgrims Way via small roads. Pass some of the most important Pilgrimage monuments and watch the landscape change dramatically from flat plains to mountains. Spend the night in one of the most precious villages on the Pilgrims Way to Santiago and discover a very special atmosphere influenced by pilgrims over the ages.

Day 7 - 8: Santiago de Compostela (Galicia)

Accommodations: Central and elegant hotel

The End Station for the pilgrimage route, “Camino de Santiago”, is packed with attractions and is one of the world’s most important cultural centers. Santiago de Compostela exudes charm and has a myriad of cozy streets, where there are plenty of opportunities to sample and try many local specialties. Its old town is hard to match. Surrounding the cathedral, you find the historic center, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will find its monuments are real pieces of art in different architectural styles.

From Santiago there is a wide range of fabulous excursions such as the legendary “Costa de la Muerte” (Death Coast). The coast is a reef full of shipwrecks and legends, captured in its raw and natural beauty. Among the rocks are idyllic fishing villages and sunsets at “Finesterre” (World’s End), said to be among the most dazzling on earth.

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