recommendation for guided tour

[mombatt]

I am considering doing a part of the Camino Frances next July ( I know, but it is when I can go)? I have seen some good reviews of Fresco and Marly for guided tours and am hoping someone can make a recommendation of these or other guided tours, or whether given my lack of experience and age (mid 50s), whether you think I should do outside guided context

 

[Mark Lee]

You don't need a tour guide to walk the Camino.
Buy a guide book, research and plan accordingly.
You are still young (I'm 54 ), so don't let age stop you from doing it unguided. I'd walk it again tomorrow if I could.
Buen Camino.

 

[cher99840]

I am considering doing a part of the Camino Frances next July ( I know, but it is when I can go)? I have seen some good reviews of Fresco and Marly for guided tours and am hoping someone can make a recommendation of these or other guided tours, or whether given my lack of experience and age (mid 50s), whether you think I should do outside guided context

You truly don't need a guide on the Frances. You will find so many people out there in July that you couldn't get lost if you tried. Buy a guide book and enjoy familiarizing yourself with what lies ahead. (I was 67 when I did it solo in September, 2013, and I wasn't anywhere near the oldest.)

 

[OTH86]

Lise T 's message is so important for people who are unsure of their ability to walk the Camino. It gives a well-balanced reply to Mombatt's question with an offer to provide more personal information.

When I started walking in September (for the 2nd time; a woman about to turn 70), I was appalled at the number of "guided tours". At some point I realized I needed to change my judgmental attitude towards the tours and the people who took them. People walk for different reasons; people walk in the manner in which they feel comfortable; people have incredible experiences and meet incredible people no matter how their Camino unfolds. The important thing is that they walk and experience the Camino.

Mombatt, I hope you find as much information as you need to walk the Camino in the way that suits you best. A very Buen Camino to you!
Terry

 

[Mark Francis Auchincloss]

It's up to you to make whatever decision is best for you. Exactly the same as what Kings and Queens or the poor did back in the 12th century! I watch alot of pilgrims who walk and talk (some way too much at times !!) and frequently they miss out on alot of things ! If you have a Guide they can point things out as they are experts on the local culture,speak the local language(s) and have a lot of quality information and experiences to share including annotated map summaries of places to see, monuments,history, rest stops,local food, geography,wildlife etc. I can suggest you look at CaminoWays.com who use quality local guides. Buen camino.