Jaco Klynsmith
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- Time of past OR future Camino
- Planning to walk in April 2017
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Hey Jaco!
I am also planning on hitting the camino in April. What days were you planning to arrive? I will be heading to the camino around late April. If you are also going in late April we should meet up! So I can say there will be at least one other pilgrim in April. I am sure there will be more! It will be my first time so I can't tell you if it is a good time to walk but I had the same logic as far as why I'm headed there in April.
I think that 35 days (SJPdP-SDC) for a fit 32 year old should be plenty of time.
I did it in 33 days and my fitter days are a distant memory, ha ha.
cheers
one other thing to keep in mind for your April planning is Holy Week. Easter in 2017 is April 16. There may be more walkers on the road during that week (though I suspect most will be from Sarria westward), and lodging might be tight if there is a reason for people to be visiting the area you will be walking through (i.e., nice vacation city, local festivals for Holy Week, etc). Moreover, be sure to check your planned albergue stops as some will list their opening date as Holy Week, which is after you will be walking already.
Buen Camino
if you're in little places it hopefully wont be a problem requiring prebooking, but it might in a city that is already attracting crowds for the Holy Week celebrations...which if you like crowds, might be worthwhile to look at where you will be about then to try to be in one of those kinds of placesThanks for the advice. I am hoping to meet some interesting people along the way so I don't mind the masses. Will try and plan my accommodation ahead during that week.
I never walked the Camino Frances in April, only during the months of June-September, but I just don't think you will run into snow on too steady a basis all up and down the Camino past the Pyrenees during that month. Not enough to be nervous about if you bring the right gear.Thanks, think I should be fine. The snow is making me a bit nervous. I am from Africa so hiking through snow will be a new exeprience for me. We only have dunes and heat
JaycoHi, I am planning to walk in April 2017. From what I gather the journey from SJPDP takes 35 days to Santiago de Compostela. I need to book my flight for when I am done and hope that 35 days will be enough? I'm 32 years old and quite fit so I think I should be able to finish in time.
Will April be a very quiet month or will there be pilgrims to meet on the journey. I am travelling alone and am hoping to meet some interesting people along the way.
I am flying to Madrid from Windhoek, Namibia. What is the easiest way to get to SJPDP from Madrid. From what I see a flight from Madrid to Biarritz, France and then by Train to SJPDP seems to be the easiest? Any suggestions. I will only be spending one night in Madrid and then want to get to SJPDP as fast as I can to start the walk.
From what I gather April is mostly fine during the day with cold nights and some chances of rain. May seems to be the perfect month to walk, however am I right in saying that April is fine as well?
Cannot wait!
It is www.expressbourricot.com for the shuttle arraignmentsJayco
35 days should be fine, that is what it took me to get to Finnesterre I was 53. you will get cold nights into freezing & days warming up to 30C. Rain & snow. My first weeks ice in the beginning of the day. Every year is different so just be prepared for days on end of rain. Then when you get beautiful weather you can rejoice!
I flew to Biaritz & pre arraigned a shuttle that you share with other pilgrims. Drops you off at SJPDP I never booked anything just walked to the first alburgue I found. Started the next day.
I or someone will get you that info latter today.
Keith
Hubby and I walked from April 3. We also stayed at Corazon Puro and they took us ti SJPP. I would recommend this. We are nearly 70 and completed in 33 days. We were in front of snow but had quite a bit of rsin and mud. Finr days as well. Perfect time to walk.Hi, I am planning to walk in April 2017. From what I gather the journey from SJPDP takes 35 days to Santiago de Compostela. I need to book my flight for when I am done and hope that 35 days will be enough? I'm 32 years old and quite fit so I think I should be able to finish in time.
Will April be a very quiet month or will there be pilgrims to meet on the journey. I am travelling alone and am hoping to meet some interesting people along the way.
I am flying to Madrid from Windhoek, Namibia. What is the easiest way to get to SJPDP from Madrid. From what I see a flight from Madrid to Biarritz, France and then by Train to SJPDP seems to be the easiest? Any suggestions. I will only be spending one night in Madrid and then want to get to SJPDP as fast as I can to start the walk.
From what I gather April is mostly fine during the day with cold nights and some chances of rain. May seems to be the perfect month to walk, however am I right in saying that April is fine as well?
Cannot wait!
I walked my second Camino last April starting from SJPdP on the 14th. This was the first day that the Napoleon route was open and from what I hear it closed again shortly after. So you may need to walk the Valcarlos route. The weather was very cold and we had a lot of rain. We only encountered snow on the ground in the Pyrenees and on May 12th (a blizzard) at Cruz de Fero. The spring is very beautiful just be sure to pack some layers and some warm bedding. You can't pack for every circumstance so don't even try. I froze in the snow, but I couldn't feel my blister and it was one of my more memorable days.
Does your 35 days include the time that it takes to get to SJPdP and from Santiago back to Madrid? Also, I am guessing you are not planning to go to Finisterre. For me I preferred more in the 38 day (plus travel days) range; some of that due to my desire to stay with my Camino family.
Buen Camino. My Caminos were very different but both wonderful and I can't wait to see what the 3rd one holds for me.Thanks for the advice. The 35 days are set aside only for walking. I will try and work in Finisterre if there is enough time. Will see how it goes, don't want to plan too much as part of the experience for me should be not knowing. Thanks for the response.
Hi Jaco.
Also planning to walk in April, but due to limited time I'm starting from Burgos around the 15th April. Reading the responses on snow also makes me a little apprehensiveI'm from South Africa and we never get snow down in Cape Town (wind and rain... lots of it!!).
I'm hoping taking clothing to layer and a good sleeping bag will suffice?
Would be interested to know if anyone suggest hiking poles considering the mud and wet conditions.
Maybe we bump into each other onroute.
Happy Planning
There may be less snow than you think.Hi Jaco.
Also planning to walk in April, but due to limited time I'm starting from Burgos around the 15th April. Reading the responses on snow also makes me a little apprehensiveI'm from South Africa and we never get snow down in Cape Town (wind and rain... lots of it!!).
I'm hoping taking clothing to layer and a good sleeping bag will suffice?
Would be interested to know if anyone suggest hiking poles considering the mud and wet conditions.
Maybe we bump into each other onroute.
Happy Planning
I think snow is only a problem at higher altitudes, for instance it snowed on the Napoleon pass and Roncesvalles onward for a while when I walked in April, but rain only by the time I reached Pamplona and on to Irache. Check the past weather for Burgos, Leon, the Cruz de Ferro...but I think by the time you are there it may be getting pretty late for snow...Hi Jaco.
Also planning to walk in April, but due to limited time I'm starting from Burgos around the 15th April. Reading the responses on snow also makes me a little apprehensiveI'm from South Africa and we never get snow down in Cape Town (wind and rain... lots of it!!).
I'm hoping taking clothing to layer and a good sleeping bag will suffice?
Would be interested to know if anyone suggest hiking poles considering the mud and wet conditions.
Maybe we bump into each other onroute.
Happy Planning
I try pre arrainge this shutte but they are closer till the end of januari.Jayco
35 days should be fine, that is what it took me to get to Finnesterre I was 53. you will get cold nights into freezing & days warming up to 30C. Rain & snow. My first weeks ice in the beginning of the day. Every year is different so just be prepared for days on end of rain. Then when you get beautiful weather you can rejoice!
I flew to Biaritz & pre arraigned a shuttle that you share with other pilgrims. Drops you off at SJPDP I never booked anything just walked to the first alburgue I found. Started the next day.
I or someone will get you that info latter today.
Keith
Hi, I am planning to walk in April 2017. From what I gather the journey from SJPDP takes 35 days to Santiago de Compostela. I need to book my flight for when I am done and hope that 35 days will be enough? I'm 32 years old and quite fit so I think I should be able to finish in time.
Will April be a very quiet month or will there be pilgrims to meet on the journey. I am travelling alone and am hoping to meet some interesting people along the way.
I am flying to Madrid from Windhoek, Namibia. What is the easiest way to get to SJPDP from Madrid. From what I see a flight from Madrid to Biarritz, France and then by Train to SJPDP seems to be the easiest? Any suggestions. I will only be spending one night in Madrid and then want to get to SJPDP as fast as I can to start the walk.
From what I gather April is mostly fine during the day with cold nights and some chances of rain. May seems to be the perfect month to walk, however am I right in saying that April is fine as well?
Cannot wait!
Hello Jaco!
I used rome2rio to pricecheck my options for traveling and found it useful: https://www.rome2rio.com/s/Madrid/Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port
I'll be starting my first camino on April 2 from SJPP - we'll likely cross paths!
Buen Camino -
Hi Jaco
Seems like you and I have the exact same plan. I'm from Stellenbosch and also planning to start my first Camino on the 3rd of April from SJPDP. Hopefully reaching Finnestere before flying back on the 6th of May. So will see you on route. Still trying to figure out what I will need in terms of rain gear - I normally choose a glass of red wine and a fire on rainy days...
Buen Camino!
Me tooHi Jaco
Seems like you and I have the exact same plan. I'm from Stellenbosch and also planning to start my first Camino on the 3rd of April from SJPDP. Hopefully reaching Finnestere before flying back on the 6th of May. So will see you on route. Still trying to figure out what I will need in terms of rain gear - I normally choose a glass of red wine and a fire on rainy days...
Buen Camino!
Hello_ I am leaving SJPP on April 12 we might see one another along the way. Buen CaminoHi Jaco.
Also planning to walk in April, but due to limited time I'm starting from Burgos around the 15th April. Reading the responses on snow also makes me a little apprehensiveI'm from South Africa and we never get snow down in Cape Town (wind and rain... lots of it!!).
I'm hoping taking clothing to layer and a good sleeping bag will suffice?
Would be interested to know if anyone suggest hiking poles considering the mud and wet conditions.
Maybe we bump into each other onroute.
Happy Planning
Hello_ I am leaving SJPP on April 12 we might see one another along the way. Buen Camino
Hi Jaco
Seems like you and I have the exact same plan. I'm from Stellenbosch and also planning to start my first Camino on the 3rd of April from SJPDP. Hopefully reaching Finnestere before flying back on the 6th of May. So will see you on route. Still trying to figure out what I will need in terms of rain gear - I normally choose a glass of red wine and a fire on rainy days...
Buen Camino!
Hi Jaco
Seems like you and I have the exact same plan. I'm from Stellenbosch and also planning to start my first Camino on the 3rd of April from SJPDP. Hopefully reaching Finnestere before flying back on the 6th of May. So will see you on route. Still trying to figure out what I will need in terms of rain gear - I normally choose a glass of red wine and a fire on rainy days...
Buen Camino!
Thanks for this note! That's almost the exact day I plan to begin walking in 2017! I'm 58 and figuring it'll take me at LEAST 45 days - - - - you did it in 33???? I am very impressed and inspired!!!! I'm from Wisconsin so snow is no big deal but I don't plan on packing snowshoes!!!Hubby and I walked from April 3. We also stayed at Corazon Puro and they took us ti SJPP. I would recommend this. We are nearly 70 and completed in 33 days. We were in front of snow but had quite a bit of rsin and mud. Finr days as well. Perfect time to walk.
I am planning on doing so when it is closer to the trip.Is it agood idea to make a reservation on the first night in SJPdP?
I'll be staying at Beilari. It was the perfect start to my last Camino, so I can't imagine staying anywhere else. They will start taking reservations in February. Buen Camino!Is it agood idea to make a reservation on the first night in SJPdP?
Is it agood idea to make a reservation on the first night in SJPdP?
Hi Jaco.
Also planning to walk in April, but due to limited time I'm starting from Burgos around the 15th April. Reading the responses on snow also makes me a little apprehensiveI'm from South Africa and we never get snow down in Cape Town (wind and rain... lots of it!!).
I'm hoping taking clothing to layer and a good sleeping bag will suffice?
Would be interested to know if anyone suggest hiking poles considering the mud and wet conditions.
Maybe we bump into each other onroute.
Happy Planning
LOL! Are you in Alberta? Because I am in Calgary and yeah, it's COLD. I am starting my Camino April 23. Want to avoid the Easter rush and walk into nicer weather ;-)Hi there, my name's Imai (you can also call me Tom), coming from Western Canada and I'll be going from Leon to Compostela from April 2-16. I'm hoping to arrive in Compostela in time for the Easter Triduum. Quite used to cold (my city was under an extreme cold aka -30C/-40C advisory only 1-2 days ago), but we'll see how I do with the rain! Any tips anyone might have will be greatly appreciated!
Hi Elizabeth, I'm from Edmonton actually (born and raised and actually returned!). It's still quite cold up here and my furnace is working double time but at least the wind chill advisory is over lol. I think I'll take a bit of Spanish rain and damp instead.LOL! Are you in Alberta? Because I am in Calgary and yeah, it's COLD. I am starting my Camino April 23. Want to avoid the Easter rush and walk into nicer weather ;-)
Hi Jaco
I also plan from Cape Town to Madrid in April 2017, before the 14. Also want information about albergues in Madrid and what it best transport to Pamplona. Taking 6 weeks leave for the Camino walk
Hi Priscilla,I walked beginning April 22, 2016. I was in one of those crowded bubbles, so there was no problem meeting others!
I took a bus from Madrid Barajas to Pamplona, and arranged in advance to spend my first night at the albergue Corazon Pura. They pick you up at the Pamplona bus or train station, take you to their albergue, feed you dinner and breakfast, and drive you to SJPP the next morning. A lovely place!
I walked the Napoleon route, which had been closed due to snow the week before and closed again a few days after I passed through. So weather can be variable.
But I would walk in April again. It was lovely.
Buen Camino,
Priscilla
Hello , my name is Gerhard Visser and I'm from Pretoria and I am also anticipating doing the Camino Frances in April 2017. I plan to fly out from JHB on the 10th or 11th of April 2017 to France, Paris and then take the train to Biarritz, taxi to Bayonne and then al train to St Jean. I'm just telling you that I will be around and if we could maybe sync our dates we could maybe walk a few days together dep pending on your speed .I hear from you
Hi Elizabeth! Myself and two friends will be leaving the Florida Keys on the 24th of April to fly into Madrid. We'll take the train to Pamplona and then a private car from Pamplona to SJPDP. Walked in 2014 the first time and loved it so much I'm going again! Maybe will see you there! Buen Camino!LOL! Are you in Alberta? Because I am in Calgary and yeah, it's COLD. I am starting my Camino April 23. Want to avoid the Easter rush and walk into nicer weather ;-)
A little late, but.....I plan to fly out from JHB on the 10th or 11th of April 2017 to France, Paris and then take the train to Biarritz, taxi to Bayonne and then al train to St Jean.
Hi Jaco
Seems like you and I have the exact same plan. I'm from Stellenbosch and also planning to start my first Camino on the 3rd of April from SJPDP. Hopefully reaching Finnestere before flying back on the 6th of May. So will see you on route. Still trying to figure out what I will need in terms of rain gear - I normally choose a glass of red wine and a fire on rainy days...
Buen Camino!
Hi,
I am also planning to start my first Camino from SJPP on April 3rd. Hope to meet you all on the way!
Oh I may be a day or 2 too early for you allBut hope to meet some of you too!
JKF,
Glad to see that you have found the Forum! Looking forward to continuing our new digital acquaintance.
Happy planning and Buen camino!
Hi Jaco, I am flying from LA to Paris on March 29 to start El Camino on April 3,2017 also from SJPDP. I saw your date and we match! Also going alone hoping to meet great people along the way. I also have the plan to walk in the average time of 33-35 days but will be flying out of Lisbon back to LA. If you haven't bought your airline ticket they have great deals right now. From Paris you can take a train to Bayonne and from here a train to SJPDP. Santiago is well connected to many cities to fly out of. I got a great deal for round trip $450 LA-Paris and Lisbon-LA. If our plans match, we can start out together.Hi, I am planning to walk in April 2017. From what I gather the journey from SJPDP takes 35 days to Santiago de Compostela. I need to book my flight for when I am done and hope that 35 days will be enough? I'm 32 years old and quite fit so I think I should be able to finish in time.
Will April be a very quiet month or will there be pilgrims to meet on the journey. I am travelling alone and am hoping to meet some interesting people along the way.
I am flying to Madrid from Windhoek, Namibia. What is the easiest way to get to SJPDP from Madrid. From what I see a flight from Madrid to Biarritz, France and then by Train to SJPDP seems to be the easiest? Any suggestions. I will only be spending one night in Madrid and then want to get to SJPDP as fast as I can to start the walk.
From what I gather April is mostly fine during the day with cold nights and some chances of rain. May seems to be the perfect month to walk, however am I right in saying that April is fine as well?
Cannot wait!
Hi Jaco, I am flying from LA to Paris on March 29 to start El Camino on April 3,2017 also from SJPDP. I saw your date and we match! Also going alone hoping to meet great people along the way. I also have the plan to walk in the average time of 33-35 days but will be flying out of Lisbon back to LA. If you haven't bought your airline ticket they have great deals right now. From Paris you can take a train to Bayonne and from here a train to SJPDP. Santiago is well connected to many cities to fly out of. I got a great deal for round trip $450 LA-Paris and Lisbon-LA. If our plans match, we can start out together.
I'm hoping to cross to Roncevalles same day. If possibleMy plans are to begin in SJPP on April 3, also. Hopefully we will cross paths. Are you planning to use the Napoleon? Will you plan to stop in Orrison or go to Roncevalles on your first day? Buen Camino!
Hi Ana,Hi Jaco, I am flying from LA to Paris on March 29 to start El Camino on April 3,2017 also from SJPDP. I saw your date and we match! Also going alone hoping to meet great people along the way. I also have the plan to walk in the average time of 33-35 days but will be flying out of Lisbon back to LA. If you haven't bought your airline ticket they have great deals right now. From Paris you can take a train to Bayonne and from here a train to SJPDP. Santiago is well connected to many cities to fly out of. I got a great deal for round trip $450 LA-Paris and Lisbon-LA. If our plans match, we can start out together.
JosephI'll be also walking the Camino in April. Actually I'll start from SJPdP on 31st March and hoping to finish in Santiago end of April
Great, as we get closer to April we can coordinate better our plans. There are 4 trains on April 3 from Bayonne to SJPDP first one at 7:45AM last one at 18:06 according to internet. Also I think you can get your pilgrims passport (credencial) online ahead of time. I am just starting to plan things out so not too knowledgeable about details. Look forward to meeting you.Hi, I am planning to walk in April 2017. From what I gather the journey from SJPDP takes 35 days to Santiago de Compostela. I need to book my flight for when I am done and hope that 35 days will be enough? I'm 32 years old and quite fit so I think I should be able to finish in time.
Will April be a very quiet month or will there be pilgrims to meet on the journey. I am travelling alone and am hoping to meet some interesting people along the way.
I am flying to Madrid from Windhoek, Namibia. What is the easiest way to get to SJPDP from Madrid. From what I see a flight from Madrid to Biarritz, France and then by Train to SJPDP seems to be the easiest? Any suggestions. I will only be spending one night in Madrid and then want to get to SJPDP as fast as I can to start the walk.
From what I gather April is mostly fine during the day with cold nights and some chances of rain. May seems to be the perfect month to walk, however am I right in saying that April is fine as well?
Cannot wait!
Joseph
You will feel at home on the Camino the terrain, people in the farm areas wil remind you of home.
Buen Camino
Keith
LolThanks Keith. Very much looking forward to start my Camino
However may I point out that my 'MT' refers to my country Malta - that little island in the Mediterranean - and not Montana
Hi Jaco, I am flying from LA to Paris on March 29 to start El Camino on April 3,2017 also from SJPDP. I saw your date and we match! Also going alone hoping to meet great people along the way. I also have the plan to walk in the average time of 33-35 days but will be flying out of Lisbon back to LA. If you haven't bought your airline ticket they have great deals right now. From Paris you can take a train to Bayonne and from here a train to SJPDP. Santiago is well connected to many cities to fly out of. I got a great deal for round trip $450 LA-Paris and Lisbon-LA. If our plans match, we can start out together.
Hi,
I am also planning to start my first Camino from SJPP on April 3rd. Hope to meet you all on the way!
I'm hoping to cross to Roncevalles same day. If possible
Great! Looks like a few of us have same plans and dates, so I would definitely like to meet up with all of you, especially the first few day, make sure I don't get lost!Ana Maria . . . .I plan to start in SJPP on April 3, too. I plan to arrive in SJPP from Pamplona mid-morning, so do not know if I will go to Roncevalles or Orrison for the first night -- but hopefully we will meet along the way! Enjoy your planning.
Sorry for late reply, I was out of town. The website is Skyscanner, it searches for fares through other websites. The one that gave me this fare was Explore Trip. The flights are 3/29 from LAX to Dallas on British Airways 4410 (operated by American Airlines) connecting to Paris on British Airways also, short layover. The return is Lisbon to London on BA also and London to LAX again BA operated by AA. Total including taxes $451 RT. I plan to stay in Paris and in Porto and Lisbon so was looking for this kind of ticket.Hi Ana,
What airlines or what website did you use to buy your tickets? Your tickets are very inexpensive. I also fly out of LAX. I was going to fly to Madrid. But after seeing your tickets, I'd like to look into LAX-Paris and Lisbon - LAX. Thanks.
Buen camino!
Hola Joe,Gerhard58:
Have you considered flying from Paris to Biarritz? Very inexpensive. I arrive in Paris on April 12th.
Ultreya,
Joe
Be very careful when using sites like Skyscanner. Don't book tickets through an agency that you have never heard of without checking them out first. Many of them quote prices that are no longer available, as they don't have "live" pricing from the airlines. Some will take your money for a "booking request" then come back and tell you that the price is no longer available, and you need to either pay more or wait for them to refund you.Sorry for late reply, I was out of town. The website is Skyscanner, it searches for fares through other websites. The one that gave me this fare was Explore Trip. The flights are 3/29 from LAX to Dallas on British Airways 4410 (operated by American Airlines) connecting to Paris on British Airways also, short layover. The return is Lisbon to London on BA also and London to LAX again BA operated by AA. Total including taxes $451 RT. I plan to stay in Paris and in Porto and Lisbon so was looking for this kind of ticket.
Hola Joe,
I am flying into CDG Sunday, March 30, landing around 10 am. I was going to take the train to Bayonne. However, after seeing your post, I'm considering flying to Biarritz. What is the cost and how easy is it to buy the ticket after I have landed?
Ultreya!
Hieu
We're starting from st jean pied de port April 2 too! Can't waitHello Jaco!
I used rome2rio to pricecheck my options for traveling and found it useful: https://www.rome2rio.com/s/Madrid/Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port
I'll be starting my first camino on April 2 from SJPP - we'll likely cross paths!
Buen Camino -
Kayak is a search engine. When you buy tickets "through" Kayak they actually send you to a another 3rd party ticket seller, adding a layer between you and the airline. Unless of course you click on the link on Kayak to the airline's website.
I just want people to be aware that companies like Vayama, Opodo, CheapOAir, etc., pay Kayak and other search engines to be included in the search. There are many, many complaints about 3rd party agents. Just like any other time you are going to spend hundreds or thousands of dollars you should do your homework on the company you are paying before clicking the "buy" button.Trecile:
Kayak is a search engine that allows you to look for a ticket to buy now or set alerts for daily pricing on the trip you plan to take. Most of the time they send you to that specific airline. Sometimes to a third party site like Vayama. I have never found the ticket for less on the providers site. I check. They have always been good for me. (ie: My ticket to Paris this year was purchased on a Kayak alert through Lufthansa. The flight is provided by United $437. RT non stop. I checked the United website that day and the exact same flight on the United site was $676.
I am sure there are probably equally good search engines.
Ultreya,
Joe
I just want people to be aware that companies like Vayama, Opodo, CheapOAir, etc., pay Kayak and other search engines to be included in the search. There are many, many complaints about 3rd party agents. Just like any other time you are going to spend hundreds or thousands of dollars you should do your homework on the company you are paying before clicking the "buy" button.
I'll continue to book directly through the airline. If there is any problem, I don't want a middleman between us.
And if you are flying with a low cost carrier like Ryanair you won't get a lower price than on their own website.
Unfortunately, eDreams has purchased Opodo, so they may not be as reliable as in the past.http://www.which.co.uk/home-and-gar...which-travel-investigates-opodo-and-edreams-/
I also use flight comparison sites, like Kayak, but then I book directly with the airline.Thanks, I checked out that which.co.uk link and have deleted my reference to Opodo in case I send other people their way, what as shame about Opodo, they did used to be OK.
However, I do hear a lot of good things about Momondo...and Skyscanner is still a first port of call for most people I know if you want to get an idea of prices and general times to fly etc because of the way the site works. This is from a UK/European point of view though.
Just out of interest I just did a search on Momondo for the flight I booked direct with Easyjet in their 20% sale, not only has it found it/offered it but also matches the Easyjet price I paid.
Check with the Pilgrim office in the morning before you leave SJPDP - and if the weather is bad and the road to Orisson closed, then you proceed directly to Valcarlos (and, as I understand it, you will get a refund from Orisson). If the road is open and you make it to Orisson but the Route Napoleon is not safe the next day, they will ferry you across to Valcarlos.
Hi everyone, I'm hoping to start on April 3rd as well from SJPDP - hopefully will meet some of you on the way! Buen Camino!
Hi Kim, I am starting in SJPDP on April 1st also (recognize me by the LA Dodgers cap) although I plan to go through to Rosenvalles the first day (pray for sun). Hope we all have great Caminos.I am walking my first Camino on April 1st, so may run into some of you. I will spend the night in SJPDP on March 31st and leave the next morning. I need to research the Napoleon route vs Valcaros in case of snow. I plan on staying the first night in Orisson so I meet some fellow walkers as I am starting my walk alone.
Hi JKF, I am also starting on April 1st in SJPDP!. Like I mentioned to Kim, be on the lookout for my LA Dodgers hat! Hope to see you all there.Hi - I too plan to walk the Camino in April, starting in SJPP on 1 April.
I also plan on using the Spanish postal service to transport luggage. Has anyone had experience of this? I understand it is quite reliable. Does the Spanish Post offer this service all year round, ie in April!
Hi Kim, I am starting in SJPDP on April 1st also (recognize me by the LA Dodgers cap) although I plan to go through to Rosenvalles the first day (pray for sun). Hope we all have great Caminos.
Can you please add me as well. Starting on April 3rd from SJPP - Thanks!Bobby --- We have set up a small "conversation" group of people who are beginning in SJPP on the first five days of April. I will add you --- if you want to join the conversation.
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