EL EXPRESO DE LA ROBLA RUTA EL PEREGRINO - OVIEDO to OVIEDO-TUR
DAY 1, WEDNESDAY: OVIEDO - VIVEIRO
Luggage check-in from 12:00 h to 15:30 h at Oviedo’s Renfe Station, under the roof known as La Losa (1st floor opposite the Metric Gauge Offices). Guided tour of the city at 16:30 h. Welcome drink on board the train, presentation of the crew, and settling in. Catering dinner on board, while the train sets off for Galicia. Overnight train journey to Viveiro.
DAY 2, THURSDAY: VIVEIRO
Early arrival in Viveiro. We will begin every day by enjoying our delicious buffet breakfast. After breakfast, coach transfer to Ferrol for pilgrims that want to complete the first stage: Ferrol–Pontedeume (26 km). For those not interested in walking, transfer to the Iberia Peninsula’s northernmost point, the cape of Estaca de Bares, thereafter visiting Bares Beach and O Barqueiro, with free time for lunch. In the afternoon, transfer of day-trippers to the train. On the other hand, the walkers will be picked up at Pontedeume to return to Viveiro. Free time for dinner and overnight stay in Viveiro on board the train.
DAY 3, FRIDAY: VIVEIRO - ORTIGUEIRA
While having breakfast, the train will take us to Ortigueira. From there, we will take the pilgrims by coach to Pontedeume to begin the second stage as far as Abegondo (31 km). In the case of day-trippers, we will visit the San Andrés de Teixido Sanctuary and Cedeira, with free time for lunch. In the afternoon, transfer of day-trippers to the train, while the walkers will be picked up in Abegondo to return to Ortigueira. Free time for dinner and overnight stay in Ortigueira.
DAY 4, SATURDAY: ORTIGUEIRA - FERROL
After breakfast, the coach will take the pilgrims to the start of the third stage, Abegondo–A Calle (25 km). The other passengers will travel by coach to A Coruña, where they will spend the morning, with some free time for lunch. In the afternoon, we will go back to the train in Ferrol. This evening, we will all have dinner together in a traditional “Pulpería” (octopus restaurant). Overnight stay in Ferrol.
DAY 5, SUNDAY: FERROL – SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA – OVIEDO
After breakfast on board the train, coach transfer of pilgrims to the start of the fourth and last stage, from A Calle to Santiago de Compostela (27 km). Once they arrive in Santiago, they will have free time until the evening. The rest of the passengers will travel by coach from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela. Free time in Santiago. In the late evening, both pilgrims and tourists will return to the train in Ferrol. During the catering dinner on board the train, we will set off for Oviedo. Overnight train journey.
DAY 6, MONDAY: OVIEDO
Early arrival in Oviedo by train. We will have breakfast on board before saying goodbye to the crew and train, ending our trip around 11:00 h.
FERROL
Famed for the Spanish Armada and shipbuilding, the city of Ferrol (71.997 inhabitants) has been closely linked to the sea since its origins. Exalted by and for the service of the Crown in the Age of Enlightenment, the first references to the town of Ferrol dated from the I century, as a Neolithic fortified coastal settlement that became a town for sailors and fishermen, origin of the city. However, the geo-strategic location and uncomparable conditions of the of the Ferrol estuary, drew the attention of the Borbones, the royal family that converted the estuary and port into a arrivals and harbor for the Armada. At the same time they constructed the defenses on either sides of the narrow mouth. First stage and starting point for the Camino Inglés, Ferrol deserves a mention on the pilgrimage road so they can stroll through its old town, although seriously wounded and a shadow of its former self, visit the vast naval and military heritage and, of course , taste its cuisine.
SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA
They say Santiago is the biggest village in the world and, at the same time the smallest city on the planet. This Galician capital combines the comforts of small locations and the advantages of large sophisticated cities. It can be crossed from one end to the other in a leisurely stroll and benefits from the amenities of large capitals. Solitary and tranquil corners and, bustling streets of wine bars all share the same stage. The historic centre, declared as a world heritage site by UNESCO, is the jewel in the crown. Constructed stone by stone around its majestic cathedral. The discovery of the tomb of the apostle in the IX century transformed this sacred place forever.
OVIEDO
Oviedo is the capital of the Principality of Asturias and the geographic, political and administrative center of the region. It is a city that keeps true artistic jewels framed in a wide valley, which turns it into a tourist place of recreation worthy of mention. Oviedo possesses valuable examples of Pre-Romanic art in Asturias, such as San Miguel de Lillo, Santa María del Naranco, the church of San Julián de los Prados, the Holy Chamber and the Foncalada Fountain. Most of Oviedo's old town streets can be walked on foot and house many buildings of historical interest such as the Cathedral or several noble houses. Another attraction of Oviedo is that it has become a large open-air museum, thanks to the numerous sculptures of modern art that embellish its streets and squares. Besides being a population with a great commercial and financial activity, it opens to the cultural world in many ways. It has a great musical tradition, which is manifested in the numerous concerts that are programmed every year. Nor should we forget the delivery of Prince of Asturias Awards in the Campoamor theater as a further sign of their concern for the arts and science. In addition, Oviedo has been awarded with the prize of the Golden Broom, to be the cleanest city of Europe. This is one of its greatest attractions, because it is a city where you can stroll quietly without the burden of pollution, noise, and cars. From the capital, you can discover many attractions, such as the excursion to Mount Naranco, located about four kilometers from Oviedo.
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El Expreso de La Robla’s
All of El Expreso de La Robla’s compartments are equipped with bunk beds (two per compartment), wardrobe, reading light, air conditioning, piped music and public address system. Each compartment has its own bathroom. In addition, the train features four sleeping cars with seven compartments per car. An elegant atmosphere that will enable you to enjoy a comfortable rest
- Water
- Toilet bag with toiletries
- Welcome drink
- Five breakfasts on board with buffet products
- Two dinners with onboard catering, first and last night
- A dinner at a typical Galician octopus shop
- Bus for transfers of pilgrims and tourists
- Obtaining "La Compostela" for those who make the Camino
- Train used as a Hotel, parked in Ortigueira, Viveiro and Ferrol, allowing either to perform on foot sections of the Camino de Santiago Inglés or excursions and visits, for those who do not wish to walk. The trip departs from Oviedo and ends in Oviedo.
- Five nights of accommodation in double compartment with ensuite bathroom (3.37 m2 of total area); two bunk beds (0.70 x 1.80 m), equipped with wardrobe, reading light, air conditioning, piped music, public address, etc.
- Programmed trips and tours
- Coach accompanying the train throughout the itinerary
- Fees and services
- Daily newspapers and magazines
- Security service
- Accompanying guide throughout the tour
- 50% discount on the price of trains from/to the nearest train station to its origin and start/end train station
- An excellent human team at your disposal.
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