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Yoga & Walking Retreat
Pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago

A Journey of Movement, Meaning & Mindfulness

In October 2026, I’ll be taking a group to walk the final 116km of the Camino de Santiago and I’d love you to be part of it  (we currently have two spaces to offer).

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This 9-day yoga and walking pilgrimage blends mindful movement, yoga, textile journaling, rest, and reflection as we travel together along one of the most beautiful and historic sections of the Camino Francés. We'll move through rolling countryside, forests, and quiet Galician villages, ending with time to absorb and celebrate our journey in the stunning medieval city of Santiago de Compostela.

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I walked this route recently and can honestly say: it’s not just about the kilometers, it’s about the steady rhythm of moving forward, the shared moments, the simplicity of living day by day. It’s challenging at times, and all the more rewarding because of it. There's a quiet sense of achievement that’s hard to put into words.

Each step, each breath, each shared meal offers a chance to reconnect with yourself, with nature, and with a deeper sense of purpose.

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​What Levels of Yoga & Walking are Necessary?

You need to enjoy walking! ...be reasonably fit and ready to put in some preparation beforehand, which I’m happy to support you with.

The walking is moderate overall, with some rolling hills and a few steeper climbs (all manageable with steady effort). Our yoga practices will be gentle, grounding, and supportive, designed to enhance the journey, and will include Hatha yoga, restorative and yin yoga, yoga nidra, meditation, breathwork, and textile journaling.

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Why Join Us?

The Camino invites you to slow down, step away from the usual pace of life, and move with intention. Walking it in community, with yoga woven through, deepens the experience even further.

Yoga, pilgrimage, and creative journaling each invite reflection, presence, and curiosity. Together, they offer a way to reconnect not just with yourself, but with life’s quieter rhythms, the ones we often miss in day-to-day life.

If you’re looking for something real, steady, and soul-nourishing, this journey might just be for you.

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“Solvitur ambulando.”– Latin proverb (“It is solved by walking.”) This timeless phrase is often attributed to Saint Augustine or Diogenes, and it's frequently invoked by pilgrims and walkers to express the healing, clarifying power of walking—especially in nature or on sacred paths like the Camino.

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What’s Included

  • 🛏️ Accommodation (8 Nights)
    Stay in welcoming casas rurales, guesthouses, and hotels, each with a nourishing Pilgrim’s breakfast.

  • 👣 Guided Camino Walks
    Journey along one of the world’s most iconic pilgrim routes, supported by mindful practices and reflection.

  • 🌅 Daily Yoga & Reflection
    Start mornings with yoga and themed practices; close evenings with creative journaling and group sharing.

  • 🧵 Textile Journaling
    Capture your Camino experience through simple hand-stitching...no sewing skills needed.

  • 🎒 Bag Transfers
    Walk light: your main luggage (up to 16kg) is moved between accommodations.

  • 🌻 Santiago Integration
    Two days in Santiago to rest, explore, and absorb your journey before heading home.

  • 🧭 Pre-Trip Support
    Guidance on training, packing, and spiritual preparation before you set off.

  • 🐚 Included
    Camino Passport & Compostela Certificate, opening shell ceremony, Wi-Fi in most places.

  • ❗ Not Included
    Travel to/from Santiago, lunch or evening meals/snacks (daily local pilgrim menus €15–20 inc' wine), travel insurance.

  • ✨ Optional Add-Ons
    Finisterre day trip, massage, or Santiago tapas tour.

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Practical Details

  • 💷 Price & Booking

  • £1,095 per person (twin-share)

  • £350 deposit secures your place

  • Balance due 90 days before departure

  • Payment plans available: let’s find one that works for you

  • Solo travellers welcome: we’ll pair you with a roommate

  • 🚐 Travel Notes

  • Arrival: Fly into Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) not included. Group transfer to Sarria (90 mins) included. Independent arrivals welcome at the hotel.

  • Departure: We finish in Santiago on 11 October. Group airport transfer included Sunday afternoon.

  • 🧘 A typical day on the Camino

  • Morning yoga, meditation & breathwork

  • Nourishing pilgrim’s breakfast

  • Morning walk (10–15km) with yogic theme, cultural stops and nature connection

  • Picnic lunch en route or cafe pause

  • Afternoon walk (7–10km), with silence or shared reflection

  • Rest time on arrival

  • Evening restorative yoga & textile journaling

  • Group dinner & optional sharing under the stars

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Route Stages

📅 Itinerary

  • Day 1: Arrival in Santiago. Group transfer to Sarria. Settle in, rest, and share our first meal.

  • Day 2: Sarria → Portomarín (22km)

  • Day 3: Portomarín → Lestedo (20km)

  • Day 4: Lestedo → Melide (19.5km)

  • Day 5: Melide → Arzúa (14.5km)

  • Day 6: Arzúa → Amenal (22.5km)

  • Day 7: Amenal → Santiago (16km). Celebratory meal + evening pilgrim service at the Cathedral.

  • Day 8: Optional day trip to Finisterre & Muxia (“the end of the world”).

  • Day 9: Explore Santiago — optional pilgrim service, museum visit. Depart for airport.

  • Yoga classes  may be indoors/outdoors depending on availability, or cancelled weather dependent.  Please bring your mat. No physical yoga classes in Santiago.

  • 👟 Pre-Trip Preparation
    Walking regularly beforehand will help you fully enjoy the Camino.
    We’ll also host preparation evenings to:

  • Review packing & equipment

  • Share basic Spanish phrases

  • Join optional group training walks

  • ❓ FAQs

  • Travel: Direct flights to Santiago (SCQ) from London, Dublin, Paris, Frankfurt, Brussels, Amsterdam + more. Trains and buses also connect from across Spain.

  • Dietary needs: Most places cater for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free, let us know in advance.

  • Insurance: Required: ensure it covers walking holidays and cancellations.

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This Retreat is for you if:

  • You enjoy walking and can comfortably walk or build up to 10-20k a day at a relaxed pace.

  • You’re seeking a soulful journey, time to slow down, breathe, and connect.

  • You’re open to a variety of yoga, meditation, mindful practices, and creativity.

  • You want to meet like-minded travellers and create a "Camino family" vibe.

  • You’re ready for both laughter and reflection, movement and stillness.​

Taking the first Step

This Camino Yoga pilgrimage is more than a Yoga retreat, it’s an opportunity to find balance, peace, and a renewed sense of purpose. The textile journaling a creative gift to yourself capturing the unique rhythm of your Camino adventure.

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Ready to join us? Simply get in touch to learn more and secure your place. Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind, bucket list experience.

We can’t wait to walk this path with you!

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"My Pause Yoga Retreat was inspiring, life affirming and life changing...with compassionate and supportive teaching it has left me feeling nourished" 

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Still unsure?

Contact us with your questions or concerns, and we’ll help you decide if this retreat is right for you.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

If the retreat or event is cancelled by us, the organisers:

If we need to cancel a retreat for our own reasons, we will refund all deposits and payments in full (minus £100 admin fee). We cannot however compensate you for airfare or travel costs. In the unlikely event that the retreat or event is cancelled due to weather, natural disaster or political upheaval, we cannot guarantee a refund – it will be dependent on receiving a refund from the venue / tour operator we work with.

To cover these eventualities, we highly recommend you purchase travel insurance. While every effort is made to ensure the safety of participants, walking/excursions/ activities are undertaken at your own risk.

 

If the retreat is cancelled by you, the particpant:

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    • Cancellations made more than 60 days before the retreat start date: Refunds will be issued minus the deposit.

    • Cancellations made 30–60 days before the retreat start date: 50% of the retreat cost (excluding deposit) will be refunded.

    • Cancellations made less than 30 days before the retreat start date: No refunds can be issued.

  • Transfers: If you cannot attend, your booking can be transferred to another person, provided you inform us at least 14 days before the retreat.

  • Insurance: We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover unforeseen circumstances, including cancellations or delays.

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Cancellation, for whatever reason, must be notified in writing to Rebecca Harvey via email: pauseyogaglossop@gmail.com

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