Madrid 16, May 2017

I will arrive in Madrid on 16 May, 2017 from Atlanta. I am thinking about flying to Biarritz the same day and doing a ride share to SJPDP. I do have a few questions. How long does it take to clear customs in Madrid? I will only have a 18 lb backpack which I plan to take in the cabin rather than check. What I am trying to decide is when could I expect to be ready for the outbound flight.

I am thinking about staying 2 nights in SJPDP and booking Orisson for 18 May. I don't think I want to begin with a long climb and a jet lagged body. Does this plan sound reasonable? Time is not a problem. I have planned for 6 weeks which may or may not end in Santiago. Anything that I should be sure not to miss in SJPDP? Recommendations on places to stay?

I don't want to over plan, but also don't want to feel totally lost from the start. Advice is welcomed.

Buen Camino

notion900 said:

@Eddiebee You have the perfect attitude I think! But could it feel a bit strange being in SJPP two nights? It's a place where nearly everyone stays one night, they get all excited over dinner and form little groups, and then depart very early the next morning - you might feel a bit odd and left out. Might be nicer to stay one night in Bayonne or Biarritz and one in SJPP.

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I think that might be a very good idea. I would like to see the beach in Biarritz anyway. Thanks for the input.