WALKING PROGRAMME 2018

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1 WALKING PROGRAMME 2018 Unique, self-guided tours in the hands of local experts. Let us take care of all the details! Senderos y Pueblos S.L. info@awafromthecrowds.com

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3 Hand-picked routes, hotels and restaurants at each location. Precise and reliable taxi transfers and luggage transfer services. Detailed and comprehensive route notes, revised regularly. Accurate maps taken from the Spanish Geographic Institute. For further details visit our website and telephone support by English speaking staff to sort out every small query prior to departure. Full, on the ground, support. We aim to resolve any eventuality in the best possible way, putting you first and cost last. We take your feedback extremely seriously and act upon any complaints or suggestions. You know best. Not us. The beauty of a walking holiday is that it really gives you the chance to get to know a small region well: to smell the aromatic plants, to feel the ground you walk on, to taste the foods the people who live there prepare and to observe the animals that inhabit it. By focusing on a small geographic area you do get a real impression of the land and its people. Many of the regions where our walking tours take place will be unfamiliar to you and there is a good reason for that: we want to take you to beautiful and culturally rich places which have not yet been transformed by mass tourism. Our walking itineraries will take you to beautiful hidden corners of Spain, where foreign tourists are seldom seen. We want you to feel privileged to be there! There are many such places in Spain waiting to be explored We have started with Segovia and the Guadarrama National Park, The Sierra de Salamanca and Somiedo, in Asturias. In recent years, there has been a high increase in national weekend tourism demanding high quality rural accommodation. This has resulted in a good network of small, family run and characterful rural hotels which allows us to avoid large, impersonal hotels. We look for friendly hosts (even if they speak only a little English!) that can make all the difference. Good cooking and being passionate about traditional dishes and locally sourced produce is also an important factor we cosider. EASY/MODERATE: A predominantly flat route with a few small ascents each day. Generally walking along good footpaths, around 15 kms and requiring no more than 4 hours of walking each day. MODERATE: Undulating / hilly terrain with more irregular paths and some steeper ascents or descents each day. Walking no more than 20kms requiring less than 5 hours of walking each day. MODERATE+: Longer distances and hilly terrain with sometimes as much as 30kms per day requiring a maximum of 7,30 hours of walking. 4 5

4 GALICIA Day 1: Arrival to Segovia. A chance to start discovering the beautifully preserved monumental town of Segovia where you will enjoy the impressive roman aqueduct, one of the most beautiful cathedrals of Spain and medieval monuments at the turn of every corner. First night in Segovia in a small city hotel in the heart of the old town, right beside the Plaza Mayor. Day 2: Riverside walk to Valsain km / Climb: 390m Short transfer to the historic town of San Ildefonso from where you begin a circular walk along the river Eresma to the mountain village of Valsain. Two nights in La Granja in a friendly family run hotel in the historic town centre. DURATION: 5 days, 4 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Easy/Moderate. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 14km CLIMB: 425m RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: From April to end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Madrid Airport and take a high speed train AVE to Segovia (30 minutes train). Short-break in central Spain, near Madrid. A varied itinerary; following rivers up into the Guadarrama National Park and crossing stands of juniper and oak forest on the foothills of the mountains. Delightful walks along beautiful countryside in Guadarrama National Park. Stunning traditional villages. Day 3: Circular walk to El Chorro waterfall. 10,5km / Climb: 464m Stunning circular walk along forest footpaths to the El chorro waterfalls and on to the Silla del Rey viewpoint, combined with a visit to the famous palace and gardens of San Ildefonso. Day 4: Walk along the foothills. 15km / Climb: 420m Short transfer to Pradena and walk along ancient drovers tracks through a stunning juniper forest to the mountain village of Gallegos. Day 5: Departure. Return or extra night in Segovia or Madrid. Final night in a very comfortable charming rural hotel in the quiet village of Gallegos. 4 nights accommodation in charming small rural hotels, 4 breakfasts. Luggage transfers between hotels. Private transfers on days 2 and 4. Extra nights in Segovia and Madrid. Half board (dinners). Transfer at the end of the holiday from Gallegos to Segovia or Madrid. Per Person in double room 386 Area of special protection for wildlife. Solo Traveller Supplement 134 Several nights in historic town of San Ildefonso. (min 2 pax) 96 Possible extension to visit Segovia city or Madrid. Half Board (dinners) 75 Transfer at the end Gallegos to Segovia 46 Transfer at the end Gallegos to Madrid Extra night in Segovia B&B Extra night in Madrid B&B

5 GALICIA Segovia city, World Heritage Site. Delightful walks along beautiful countryside in Guadarrama National Park. Stunning traditional villages. Area of special protection for wildlife. Several nights in historic towns of San Ildefonso and Sepulveda. Two nights in each hotel means you don t have to pack each day. Self-guided walking tour through one of central Spain s hidden gems: Visit the monumental town of Segovia, then three days of gentle walks exploring the foothills of the Guadarrama National Park and finally two more days in the Duratón Canyon. Day 1: Arrival to Segovia. Arrival to Segovia and a chance to start exploring this world heritage city. Day 2: City Tour in Segovia. The trip starts with a first day discovering the beautifully preserved monumental town of Segovia where you will enjoy the impressive roman aqueduct, one of the most beautiful cathedrals of Spain and medieval monuments at the turn of every corner. Day 3: Riverside walk to Valsain km / Climb: 390m Short transfer to the historic town of San Ildefonso from where you begin a circular walk along the river Eresma to the mountain village of Valsain. Day 4: Circular walk to El Chorro waterfall. 10,5km / Climb: 464m Stunning circular walk along forest footpaths to the El chorro waterfalls and on to the Silla del Rey viewpoint, combined with a visit to the famous palace and gardens of San Ildefonso. Day 5: Walk along the foothills. 15km / Climb: 420m Short transfer to Pradena and walk along ancient drovers tracks through a stunning juniper forest to the mountain village of Gallegos. Day 6: Walk amongst sunflower fields towards Sepulveda. 16km / Climb: 383m Transfer to Castilnovo where the landscape changes to cultivated fields of sunflowers and vast open landscapes until you reach the beautiful hilltop town of Sepulveda. Day 7: Circular walk in the Duraton Canyon. 16km / Climb: 367m Your last walk is along the riverside in the Duratón Canyon Natural Park. You will see birds of prey circling above you, nesting on the limestone cliffs either side of the river. A special permit will give you privileged access to this protected area. Day 8: Departure or extra nights. Departure or extra nights in Segovia or Madrid. Two nights in a small city hotel in the very heart of town in Segovia. Friendly family run hotel also in the centre of the historic town of La Granja. One night in a very comfortable charming rural hotel in the quiet village of Gallegos. Last two nights in a beautifully renovated historic building converted into a characterful small rural hotel. The building dates back to the 12th century!. DURATION: 8 days, 7 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Easy/Moderate. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 15km. CLIMB: 405m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: From April to end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Madrid Airport and take a high speed train AVE to Segovia (30 minutes train). 7 nights accommodation in charming small rural hotels, 7 breakfasts. Luggage transfers between hotels. Private transfers on days 3, 5 and 6. Extra nights in Segovia and Madrid. Half board (dinners). Transfer at the end of the holiday from Sepulveda to Segovia or Madrid. Per Person in double room 630 Solo Traveller Supplement 273 (min 2 pax) 200 Half Board (dinners) 132 Transfer at the end Sepulveda to Segovia Transfer at the end Sepulveda to Madrid Extra night in Segovia B&B Extra night in Madrid B&B

6 Day 1: Arrival to Salamanca. Arrival to the world heritage city of Salamanca. Day 2: Salamanca and La Alberca. You have all morning to explore Salamanca and enjoy this beautifully preserved historic town before your taxi transfer to Sierra de Francia in the afternoon. City tour and village walk. Day 7: Peña de Francia - San Martin del Castañar. 17km / Climb: 395m A taxi transfer will take you to the top of the highest mountain in the area Peña de Francia where there is a monastery. From here your walk takes you through open mountain landscapes, pine forest and later the beautiful woodland of oak and Chestnut. Day 8: Departure or extra nights. Departure or extra nights in Salamanca. GALICIA Stunning walking in the mountainous region of Sierra de Francia, near the Portuguese border, an area with excellent weather, untouched by mass tourism, where the traditional way of life is still very much alive. Discover Salamanca, World Heritage Site. Delightful walks along beautiful countryside in Day 3: Walk La Alberca - Las Batuecas. 12km / Climb: 260m Walk down into the spectacular Batuecas Valley and its isolated Monastery to then visit prehistoric paintings along a pleasant river walk. A taxi transfer will take you back up the hill. Day 4: Batuecas - Mogarraz. 19km / Climb: 800m Wonderful walk through oak and chestnut woodland crossing several mountain villages, and finishing off in the quaint village of Mogarraz. Day 5: Mogarraz - Miranda del Castañar. 10km / Climb: 260m Another beautiful walk following the river Francia through woodland and terraced cultivation to reach the medieval town of Miranda del Castañar with it's curious castle and ancient bull ring. Day 6: Miranda del Castañar - San Martin del Castañar. 12km / Climb: 741m A walk taking you though the south facing slopes, cultivated with vineyards and olive groves and surrounded by strawberry tree and oak woodland. You will walk past two traditional mountain villages to reach the wonderful village of San Martin del Castañar. First night in Salamanca in a city hotel in the heart of town. Spend six nights in charming small rural accommodations. DURATION: 8 days, 7 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 14km. CLIMB: 493m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: April to the end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Madrid Airport and take a bus from the airport to Salamanca (2 hours and 45 min). 7 nights accommodation in charming small rural hotels, 7 breakfasts. Luggage transfers between hotels. Private transfers on days 2, 3 and 7. Extra nights in Salamanca and Madrid. Half board (dinners). Transfer at the end of the holiday from San Martin to Salamanca. Sierra de Francia Natural Park. Stunning traditional villages, rich in culture, Per Person in double room 623 architecture and food. Area of special protection for wildlife. Solo Traveller Supplement 242 (min 2 pax) 143 Varied walks along well signposted tracks mostly Half Board (dinners) 115 in wooded, mountainous areas. Transfer at the end San Martin to Salamanca 97 Extra night Madrid B&B Extra night Salamanca B&B 10 11

7 GALICIA Wonderful paths in the heart of Somiedo Nature Reserve. Transfers to high points where you start the walks so you can concentrate on enjoying the breath-taking mountain views. Delicious traditional food and drink of Asturias. Area of special protection for wildlife, including bear and wolf. Two nights in each hotel means you don t have to pack each day. Spectacular walking in one of the last wild spaces of Western Europe. This mountainous region of Asturias is a natural park and biosphere reserve, bears and wolves still find pristine habitats here in which to thrive. Day 1: Arrival to Oviedo. A chance to discover its charming city centre. Day 2: City tour in Oviedo. Wander along the cobbled streets admiring its beautifully restored buildings and squares and a chance to visit its splendid Cathedral and Museums. Later take a bus from Oviedo to Pola de Somiedo. Day 3: La Peral - Villar de Vildas. 14km / Climb: 540m Private transfer to the mountain village of La Peral (1325m) from where you begin your walk towards the breathtakingly remote valley of Villar de Vildas. Another private transfer will take you back to the hotel. Day 4: Llamardal - Valle del Lago. 12km / Climb: 540m Private transfer to Llamardal (1240m) and walk from here to Valle del Lago through a highly protected area of mature deciduous woodland, in the footsteps of bears and wolves. Day 7: San Salvador circular route. 14km / Climb: 767m Walk in deep deciduous woodland to visit several mountain villages full of charm and interest as well as one of the largest caves of Asturias (Cueva Huerta) carved in limestone by the river Alesga. Day 8: Departure or extra nights. Departure or extra nights in Oviedo. One night in a small city hotel in the very heart of town and the rest of the tour in charming rural hotels located in quiet villages. DURATION: 8 days, 7 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 35km. CLIMB: 408m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: April to the end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Aviles Airport or to Oviedo. Take a bus from Aviles Airport to Oviedo. 7 nights accommodation in charming small rural hotels, 7 breakfasts. Luggage transfers between hotels. Private transfers on days 3, 4, 5 and 6. Extra nights in Oviedo. Half board (dinners). Transfer from Oviedo to Pola de Somiedo and return transfer from San Salvador de Teverga to Airport. Per Person in double room 655 Day 5: Farrapona - Valle del Lago. 14km / Climb: 282m Private transfer to Alto de Farrapona (1712m) to reach a series of mountain lakes and later descend into the stunning Valle del Lago Valley of the Lakes. Day 6: Puerto San Lorenzo - San Salvador. 21km / Climb: 483m Private transfer to Puerto de San Lorenzo (1350m) and walk along the ancient drover s road, Camino de la Mesa, offering outstanding views over the valley of Saliencia and the valley of Teverga. Solo Traveller Supplement 264 (min 2 pax) Half Board (dinners) 100 Transfer Oviedo-Pola de Somiedo Transfer San Salvador Teverga-Oviedo Transfer San Salvador Teverga-Aviles Airport Extra night Oviedo B&B

8 GALICIA WALKING CAMINO Experience the final 113 kms of the classic Camino de Santiago. From the Galician town of Sarria join other pilgrims on "the way" as you soak up the history and folklore that surrounds this legendary pilgramage. World Heritage Recognition. Pilgrimage of historic importance. Walking with people from many different countries. Stunning walks each day in beautiful countryside. Historic city of Santiago de Compostela: Impressive Cathedral and historic town centre. Day 1: Arrival to Sarria. Arrival to Sarria, the start of your Camino and a chance to explore the town. Day 2: Sarria - Portomarin. 23km / Climb: 300m Set off on the Camino amongst ancient oak, birch and chestnut forest and later walk through many hamlets dotted around areas of cultivated land and grazing pastures, along quiet country lanes and natural pathways. Day 3: Portomarin - Palas de Rei. 26km / Climb: 450m Pine forests, corn fields, meadows and oak and chestnut woodland accompany you on this stretch of the Camino. You will also cross a number of small villages full of rural character. Day 4: Palas de Rei - Arzua. 29km / Climb: 150m You will cross 6 river valleys along secluded pathways through mature woodland. The area is full of medieval castles as well as Romanesque churches and settlements. Day 5: Arzua - Rua. 17km / Climb: 160m A short stage walking amongst woodland, meadows and small orchards near the many small villages you go through. Day 6: Rua - Santiago de Compostela. 23km / Climb: 120m The last stage. The first few kms through dense eucalyptus forest, then the long climb up to Monte Gozo and finally enter the historical city to make your way to the famed Cathedral. Day 7: Rest day in Santiago. One last day to rest and enjoy the history and culture of this fabulous city. Day 8: Departure or extra nights. Departure or extra nights in Santiago. CATALONIA Five small hotels in the Camino itself of two to three stars standard. In Santiago two nights in centrally located small hotel. The Camino Finisterre is an amazing 96 kilometre extension to your Camino de Santiago, takes only an additional five days to complete the pilgrimage to the medieval end of the world. Because Finisterre was considered to be the end of the known world in the Middle Ages and it held special spiritual and physical significance which seems to survive to this day... Day 1: 22,4km From Santiago de Compostela to Negreira. Day 2: 18km From Negreira to Santa Mariña. Day 3: 15km From Santa Mariña to Olveiroa. Day 4: 20Km From Olveiroa to Ces. Day 5: 21Km From Ces to Finisterre. Day 6: Return DURATION: 8 days, 7 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate+. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 24km. CLIMB: 236m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: April to end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Santiago Airport and take a bus to Sarria or book a private transfer with us. 7 nights accommodation in a room with its own bathroom. 7 breakfasts and 5 dinners. Luggage transfers between hotels (1 item of luggage per person). Transfer from Santiago Airport to starting point in Sarria. Per Person in double room 599 Solo Traveller Supplement 140 (min 2 pax) Transfer at the begginning Santiago Airport - Sarria Extra night in Santiago B&B FINISTERRE EXTENSION DURATION: 6 days, 5 nights. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 19km. Included 5 nights accommodation with breakfasts. Luggage transfers (1 item per person). Roadbook and maps double room 75 single room Per Person in double room 434 (min 2 pax) 79 Solo traveller supplement Transfer at the end from Finisterre - Santiago 90 15

9 GALICIA World Heritage Recognition. Pilgrimage of historic importance. Walking with people from many different countries. Stunning walks each day in beautiful countryside. CATALONIA Historic city of Santiago de Compostela: Impressive Cathedral and historic town centre. A different version of the final 113 kms of the classic Camino de Santiago covering less kilometres each day. From the Galician town of Sarria join other pilgrims on "the way" as you soak up the history and folklore that surrounds this legendary pilgramage. Day 1: Arrival to Sarria. Arrival to Sarria, the start of your Camino and a chance to explore the town. Day 2: Sarria - Portomarin. 23km / Climb: 300m Set off on the Camino amongst ancient oak, birch and chestnut forest and later walk through many hamlets dotted around areas of cultivated land and grazing pastures along quiet country lanes and natural pathways. Day 6: Arzua - Rua. 19km / Climb: 120m The Camino weaves its way towards Santiago amongst forests and agricultural fields with many ups and downs as rivers cross from north to south. Day 7: Rua - Santiago. The last stage. The first few km through dense eucalyptus forest, then the long climb up to Monte Gozo and finally enter the historical city to make your way towards the famed Cathedral. Day 8: Departure or extra nights. Departure or extra nights in Santiago. Five small hotels in the Camino itself of two to three stars standard. In Santiago one night in centrally located small hotel. DURATION: 8 days, 7 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate+. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 20km. CLIMB: 147m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: April to end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Santiago Airport and take a bus to Sarria or book a private transfer with us. 7 nights accommodation in a room with its own bathroom. 7 breakfasts and 6 dinners. Luggage transfers between hotels (1 item of luggage per person). Day 3: Portomarin - Lestedo. 20km / Climb: 450m Pine forests, corn fields, meadows and oak and chestnut woodland accompanies you on this strech of the Camino. You will also cross a number of small villages full of rural character. We also have a 14 day version of Walking the Camino. Contact us for more information. Transfer from Santiago Airport to starting point in Sarria. Finisterre extension. 14 days tour version (price on request). Day 4:Lestedo - Melide. 20km / Climb: 100m You will cross 6 river valleys along secluded pathways through mature woodland. The area is full of medieval castles as well as Romanesque churches and settlements. Day 5: Melide - Arzua. 14km / Climb: 90m A short stage walking amongst woodland, meadows and small orchards near the many small villages you go through. Per Person in double room 618 Solo Traveller Supplement 125 (min 2 pax) Transfer at the begginning Santiago Airport - Sarria Extra night in Santiago B&B double room 75 single room

10 Galindo, Ligoncete, Andrea, Lucia, Madrileño Our donkeys live in the Guadarrama Mountains and are experienced trekking companions. They are tall donkeys of a Spanish race called Zamorano: docile, tranquil animals of unexpected intelligence! You will be surprised at how well they keep a good pace and how they can carry the children without complaint! We offer three different treks in the rural area of Segovia, a unique experience for the whole family: Donkey trekking family, 7 days. Donkey trekking family, 5 days. Donkey trekking for grown-ups. 18

11 GALICIA A shorter version of our popular donkey trekking tour for Families. Beautiful walking along the northern slopes of the Guadarrama National Park, an area renowned for its wildlife and stunning scenery. We move your luggage between our hand-picked hotels, so you can travel light. Walking in the company of a donkey will make the children go a lot further without complaints! Excellent hotels for families with swimming pools. Delightful walks along beautiful countryside in Guadarrama National Park. Stunning traditional villages. Day 1: Arrival to Navafria. Arrival at the quaint mountain village of Navafría on the foothills of the Guadarrama Mountains. This being Spain, you will have time for a swim in the local natural pool and a walk before dinner. Day 2: Navafria - Requijada. 15km. A lovely walk along the Cañada Real Segoviana, an ancient drove road taking you to the small village of Requijada. Today s walk takes you along the River Cega. You will pass through the village of Valle de San Pedro. Visit the ruined church of San Justo y Pastor, standing alone on a hill before descending to the tiny hamlet of La Mata. From here an old drovers trail will lead you along a very picturesque route into Requijada. Day 3: Requijada - Pedraza. 14km. A tiny country road takes you to the river valley you crossed yesterday. From here you wind along a flat shelf of land to regain yesterday s pretty bridge. A second bridge over a tributary leads you winding up into the hills, where you pick up a drovers trail to reach a large cattle ranch. Following agricultural tracks you are greeted with outstanding views of the honey coloured hill village of Pedraza, before descending to cross the River Vadillo beneath the limestone cliffs. A short ascent brings you to this perfectly preserved medieval village. Day 4: Pedraza - Gallegos. 12km. A gentle walk along the drove road, with spectacular views of the nearby Guadarrama Mountains to the South until you reach the quiet village of Gallegos. Leaving Pedraza past the old monastery, today s walk follows newly built tracks in stunning landscapes, offering excellent views of Pedraza in the distance. Day 5: Departure or extra nights. Return or extra nights in Segovia or Madrid. A mountain village house in Navafria renovated in rustic style nearby natural swimming pool in the river Cega. Traditional building in the isolated village of Requijada with only four bedrooms, its own restaurant and outdoor swimming pool. English spoken. In the beautifully preserved medieval town of Pedraza you will stay in a rural hotel which combines comfort with old Castilian rustic style. English not spoken. A small rural hotel in the village of Gallegos. Common areas include dining room, living room, terrace, gardens and a small outdoor swimming pool. Excellent host who speaks English. DURATION: 5 days, 4 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Easy/Moderate. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 12km. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: April to the end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Madrid and take a High Speed Train to Segovia. From here we take you to the starting point for free. Per Person in double room 444 Solo Traveller Supplement 152 (min 2pax) 73 1st child in Family room 283 2nd child in family room 253 Child sharing double room with single parent 5 nights accommodation in family friendly small rural hotels. 5 breakfasts, 3 picnics and 3 dinners. Free transfers between Segovia and the walking area on arrival and departure. Luggage transfers between hotels. Extra nights in Madrid or Segovia. 422 Area of special protection for wildlife. Children in their own double room (per child) 332 One night in medieval town of Pedraza. Possible extension to visit Segovia or Madrid. Children in their own triple room (per child) 316 Donkey hire (per donkey) 125 Extra night in Segovia B&B Extra night in Madrid B&B 20 21

12 Walking in the company of a donkey will make the children go a lot further without complaints! Excellent hotels for families with swimming pools. Delightful walks through beautiful countryside in Guadarrama National Park. Stunning traditional villages. Area of special protection for wildlife. One night in medieval town of Pedraza. Possible extension to visit Segovia or Madrid. A week walking as a family, with a donkey, along ancient drove roads... The children ride on the donkey as you walk. All this along the northern slopes of the Guadarrama National Park, an area renowned for its wildlife and stunning scenery. We move your luggage between hotels, so you can travel light. Day 1: Arrival to Navafria. Arrival at the quaint mountain village of Navafría on the foothills of the Guadarrama Mountains. This being Spain, you will have time for a swim in the local natural pool and a walk before dinner. Day 2: Circular route in Navafria. 8km. You meet your donkey and are shown how to handle and look after him. Set off towards the mountains on an excursion to the wonderful pine woodland of Navafria and its famous waterfall el Chorro. Day 3: Navafria - Requijada. 15km. A lovely walk along the Cañada Real Segoviana, an ancient drove road taking you to the small village of Requijada. Today s walk takes you along the River Cega. You will pass through the village of Valle de San Pedro. Visit the ruined church of San Justo y Pastor, standing alone on a hill before descending to the tiny hamlet of La Mata. From here an old drovers trail will lead you along a very picturesque route into Requijada. Day 5: Pedraza - Gallegos. 12km. A gentle walk along the drove road, with spectacular views of the nearby Guadarrama Mountains to the South until you reach the quiet village of Gallegos. Leaving Pedraza past the old monastery, today s walk follows newly built tracks in stunning landscapes, offering excellent views of Pedraza in the distance. Day 6: Gallegos to Navafria. 8km. A final day walking along the shepherds drove roads along the foothills of the Guadarrama National Park finishing back at Navafria, the village where you started for one final night. Day 7: Departure or extra nights. Return or extra nights in Segovia or Madrid. A mountain village house in Navafria renovated in rustic style nearby natural swimming pool in the river Cega. Traditional building in the isolated village of Requijada with only four bedrooms, its own restaurant and outdoor swimming pool. English spoken. In the beautifully preserved medieval town of Pedraza you will stay in a rural hotel which combines comfort with old Castilian rustic style. English not spoken, but friendly staff very willing to understand. GALICIA DURATION: 7 days, 6 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Easy/Moderate. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 12km. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: April to the end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Madrid and take a High Speed Train to Segovia. From here we take you to the starting point for free. Per Person in double room 634 Solo Traveller Supplement 202 (min 2pax) 6 nights accommodation in family friendly small rural hotels. 6 breakfasts, 5 picnics and 5 dinners. Free transfers between Segovia and the walking area on arrival and departure. Luggage transfers between hotels. Extra nights in Madrid or Segovia. 113 Day 4: Requijada - Pedraza. 14km. A tiny country road takes you to the river valley you crossed yesterday. From here you wind along a flat shelf of land to regain yesterday s pretty bridge. A second bridge over a tributary leads you winding up into the hills, where you pick up a drovers trail to reach a large cattle ranch. Following agricultural tracks you are greeted with outstanding views of the honey coloured hill village of Pedraza, before descending to cross the River Vadillo beneath the limestone cliffs. A short ascent brings you to this perfectly preserved medieval village. A small rural hotel in the village of Gallegos. Common areas include dining room, living room, terrace, gardens and a small outdoor swimming pool. Excellent host who speaks English. 1st child in Family room 421 2nd child in family room 291 Child sharing double room with single parent Two children in their own double room (per child) Two children in their own triple room (per child) Donkey hire (per donkey) 175 Extra night in Segovia B&B Extra night in Madrid B&B 22 23

13 Trekking with a docile and intelligent donkey is an experience like no other. These loveable animals will make this wonderful walking tour truly unforgettable. Your donkey will carry your things from hotel to hotel. Walking in the company of a donkey who will carry your luggage. Charming rural hotels along the way for you and an obliging field for your donkey nearby, each night. Day 1: Arrival to Segovia. This walking tour begins in the monumental city of Segovia. Declared a World Heritage Site in 1985, you will spend the first night in the city and have a chance to explore its many historic jewels. Day 2: Casla - Arcones. 14km. You will have a private transfer and briefing in the morning to take you up to the village of Arcones. Here you will meet your donkey and be shown how to load the luggage and look after your donkey. You will then set off for your first walk along the foothills. Day 3: Arcones - Navafria. 16km. Today your walk will take you along the ancient drover s trail once again. The trail takes along the foot-hills of the Guadarrama Mountain Range, now a National Park. You and your donkey will get to know each other better today and find your pace. Day 4: Navafria - Requijada. 15km. Today s walk takes you away from the drover s trail and along & above the River Cega, crossing it at a lovely old bridge to pass through the village of Valle de San Pedro. You rise up to the ruined church of San Justo y Pastor, standing alone on a hill to then drop down through the tiny hamlet of La Mata. From here a path will lead you along a very picturesque route into Requijada. Day 5: Requijada - Pedraza. 14km. A tiny country road drops you down to the river valley you crossed yesterday. From here you wind along a flat shelf of land which leads you winding up into the hills, where you pick up a trail with outstanding views of the honey coloured medieval village of Pedraza. A short ascent brings you to this perfectly preserved medieval village. Day 6: Pedraza - Gallegos. 12km. One more day of gentle walking along the drove road, with spectacular views of the nearby Guadarrama Mountains to the South until you reach the quiet village of Gallegos. Leaving Pedraza past the old monastery, today s walk follows newly built tracks in stunning landscapes, offering excellent views of Pedraza in the distances and the villages on the foothills of the Guadarrama Mountains ahead of you. You will pass through two very quaint villages with bar/restaurant where you will be able to stop for a drink or some food along the way. Day 7: Transfer from Gallegos to Segovia. Free private transfer from Gallegos to Segovia city in the morning and time to explore this wonderful city. Day 8: Departure or extra nights. Return or extra nights in Segovia or Madrid. First and last night in a small city hotel in the very heart of town in Segovia. The rest of the tour you will stay in small family run rural hotels. GALICIA DURATION: 8 days, 7 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Easy/Moderate. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 14km. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: April to the end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Madrid and take a High Speed Train to Segovia. From here we take you to the starting point for free. 7 nights accommodation. 7 breakfasts. Free transfers between Segovia and the walking area. Half board. Extra nights in Madrid or Segovia. Delightful walks along beautiful countryside in Per Person in double room 538 Guadarrama National Park. Solo Traveller Supplement 241 Stunning traditional villages. (min 2pax) 182 Area of special protection for wildlife. Half Board (dinners) 140 One night in medieval town of Pedraza. Donkey Hire 175 Extra night in Segovia B&B Extra night in Madrid B&B 24 25

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