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El Expreso de la Robla Train: Pilgrim's Route

El Expreso de la Robla Train: Pilgrim's Route, a rail journey with Firebird Tours

Journey through Spain's stunning northern coastline aboard the historic El Expreso de la Robla train on this small group tour at a leisurely pace. Over six days, travel from Oviedo through the captivating Galician towns of Viveiro, Ortigueira, and Ferrol, with optional excursions to Cape Estaca de Bares and Santiago de Compostela.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Aboard El Expreso de la Robla, Viveiro

    Oviedo City Tour & Train Boarding with Departure to Viveiro

    Guided tour of Oviedo's old town, then board the train for the overnight journey to Viveiro, Galicia.

  2. Day 1overnight: Aboard El Expreso de la Robla, Viveiro

    Arrival in Viveiro

    Early arrival in Viveiro; overnight stay on board.

  3. Day 2overnight: Aboard El Expreso de la Robla, Viveiro

    Optional Tours from Viveiro

    Choice of walking the first Camino stage (Ferrol to Pontedeume, 26km) or a scenic bus tour to Cape of Estaca de Bares, Bares Beach and O Barqueiro.

  4. Day 3railovernight: Aboard El Expreso de la Robla, Ortigueira

    Departure to Ortigueira

    Breakfast on board as the train travels to Ortigueira.

  5. Day 3overnight: Aboard El Expreso de la Robla, Ortigueira

    Arrival in Ortigueira & Optional Tours

    Choice of walking the second Camino stage (Pontedeume to Abegondo, 31km) or a tour to the Sanctuary of San Andres de Teixido and Cedeira.

  6. Day 4railovernight: Aboard El Expreso de la Robla, Ferrol

    Departure to Ferrol

    Breakfast on board as the train travels to Ferrol.

  7. Day 4overnight: Aboard El Expreso de la Robla, Ferrol

    Arrival in Ferrol & Optional Tours

    Choice of walking the third Camino stage (Abegondo to A Calle, 25km) or a bus tour to A Coruna; group dinner of pulpo a la gallega in Ferrol.

  8. Day 5railovernight: Aboard El Expreso de la Robla, en route to Oviedo

    Optional Tours and Departure to Oviedo

    Choice of walking the final Camino stage (A Calle to Santiago de Compostela, 27km) or a bus visit to Santiago de Compostela, before the train continues towards Oviedo.

  9. Day 6

    Arrival in Oviedo and Farewell

    Early arrival in Oviedo, breakfast on board and farewell to the crew.

Included

  • Exceptional downtown hotel accommodations
  • Guided sightseeing tours with expert English-speaking guides
  • Delicious breakfasts at your hotels
  • In-depth exploration of best landmarks
  • Tickets and intercity transportation as per itinerary
  • Professional meeting services at the airport
  • Dedicated support team before and during your trip

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