Overview
This is the most popular of the Camino routes, between Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port in the French Pyrenees and Santiago de Compostela in Galicia. The Camino Frances Logroño to Burgos section is a seven day inland journey, starting in the Rioja Valley, continuing on through vineyards and woodland to the Burgos region and the Oca Mountains. Heading into the Pico Valley, cultural highlights include the UNESCO prehistoric caves of Atapuerca, the medieval marvels of Santo Domingo de la Calzada and, last but not least, the city of Burgos, sometimes called the Gothic capital of Spain.
- Logroño
- Santo Domingo de la Calzada
- Atapuerca
- Oca Mountains
- Burgos and Burgos Cathedral
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Logroño
Arrive in the city of Logroño, capital of La Rioja and home to some of the best tapas scenes on the camino. Head to Calle Laurel to sample the local Rioja specialities, a street renowned for its tapas offerings.
- Accommodation: Hotel Los Bracos or similar in Logroño
Day 2: Logroño – Nájera | 29km
Leave Logroño by the old pilgrims’ gate, Puerta del Camino, following the route out of the city towards the vineyards of La Rioja. The first stop is Navarrete, a 12th-century town built by the Knights of the Holy Sepulchre. Finish the day in Nájera, another medieval town with a strong historical link to the camino, with panoramic views of the region.
- Walking for the day: 29km, 6-7h
- Accommodation: Pensión San Lorenzo or similar in Nájera
Day 3: Nájera – Santo Domingo de la Calzada | 21km
Follow the route along quiet country roads and paved trails towards the village of Azofra. Notice the changes in scenery, as the familiar landscape of vineyards gradually gives way to fields of grain. End the day in Santo Domingo de la Calzada, with a visit to Catedral de Santo Domingo de la Calzada or a stroll through the medieval streets in the town’s historical centre. Discover the camino legend of why the town is known as the place ‘where a chicken sang after being roasted’.
- Walking for the day: 21km, 5h
- Accommodation: Hostal El Molino de Floren or similar in Santo Domingo
Day 4: Santo Domingo – Belorado | 22km
Today’s route is on uneven terrain, leading through woodland and farmland, with part of the trail running parallel to main roads. As Belorado gets closer, catch a glimpse of the Montes de Oca, the last mountain range before the Meseta Central or plateau. The day of walking ends in Belorado, a small village in the Burgos province. Visit Iglesia de Santa María, famous for its the images of St. James.
- Walking for the day: 22km, 5h
- Accommodation: Pension Toñi or similar in Belorado
Day 5: Belorado – Atapuerca | 30km
After leaving Belorado, today’s walk mostly follows dirt tracks and quiet trails. On the way to the village of Villafranca Montes de Oca, the route weaves through woodland of fragrant oak and pines. Continue on the trail, passing through the hamlet of San Juan de Ortega, where we recommend a visit to the monastery and its Gothic mausoleum. Arrive in Atapuerca, a town famous for its UNESCO-listed prehistoric caves.
- Walking for the day: 30km, 6-7h
- Accommodation: Hotel Rural Papasol or similar in Atapuerca
Day 6: Atapuerca – Burgos | 20km
Continue following the camino trail to the city of Burgos, the final destination of your tour. Take some time to explore the city, head for a stroll through the colourful streets or down by the riverfront and be sure to try local tapas in the Old Town. Burgos is often referred to as the Gothic capital of Spain and the UNESCO-listed Burgos Cathedral (Santa Iglesia Catedral Basílica Metropolitana de Santa María) is one of Spain’s most well-known Gothic treasures.
- Walking for the day: 20km, 5h
- Accommodation: Hotel Centro Los Braseros or similar in Burgos
Day 7: Departure
Departure after breakfast, or extend your stay in Burgos.
What to expect
Accommodation
Accommodation on this tour includes a mix of mostly small, locally-owned hotels, B&Bs and traditional guesthouses. They have been carefully selected based on a variety of criteria including their proximity to the camino, warm hospitality, fine local food or commitment to responsible tourism. All rooms have en-suite or private bathrooms.
Important: We aim to book you into each town listed on the itinerary. However, in case of low availability, we may book you two nights in the same town with provided transfers. Also, on some occasions, your accommodation can be located a few kilometres away from the trail, so we organise transportation to/from your accommodation.
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- Hotel Los Bracos (Logroño)
- Pensión San Lorenzo (Nájera)
- Hostal El Molino de Floren (Santo Domingo de la Calzada)
- Pension Toñi (Belorado)
- Hotel Rural Papasol (Atapuerca)
- Hotel Centro Los Braseros (Burgos)
Hotels are subject to availability. In the event of a particular hotel being fully booked for your chosen dates, we will replace it with a hotel of equal value and quality level. We will provide exact accommodation details to you upon booking confirmation.
Meals
Breakfast is included (usually a simple buffet breakfast/coffee and toast/bread/croissant) on all days. When no restaurant location is available on the route, lunches and snacks should either be bought from local shops or packed lunches can be pre-ordered from your hotel the night before. Where no dinner is included, most places serve hearty pilgrim menus – you can get a three course dinner including wine for about €14-18 per person.
Difficulty and terrain
This tour is rated moderate, with an average daily walking distance of 24km. The terrain is mostly flat, with some occasional steeper ascents. A good level of fitness is required to get the most out of this tour. The route follows a mixture of farm/dirt tracks, woodland paths and minor roads. The route is way-marked with yellow painted arrows and the symbol of a yellow shell on a blue background, it is well-signed and easy to follow (read more about difficulty grades).
We strongly advise you to follow only marked trails and never shorten the path through unknown and unmarked terrain. We will provide you with maps, and you can call our 24/7 local assistance phone number anytime. More detailed information on route navigation will be included in your holiday information pack.
When to go
This trip is available from the beginning of March until mid-November. The flexibility of self-guided holidays means that there are no fixed dates, meaning you can start your trip on any date during the season.
The best months for this walking holiday are April to June and September to October, as during the summer months it may become too hot and crowded. September is also great time to visit, due to the Fiesta de la Vendimia Riojana, the Rioja Grape Harvest Festival in Logroño. For more information, see our blog on the Best time to walk the Camino de Santiago.
Getting there
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By plane
Our recommended airport for this tour is Bilbao Airport. The alternative airports are Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport and Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
By train or bus
If you are able to travel to Spain without flying, this holiday is reachable by rail with railway stations in Logroño and Burgos. For more details, see the national rail operator Renfe or use the Omnio planner above.
Arrival at Logroño:
- There are regular train and bus services to Logroño from many destinations in Spain. For more information, visit Renfe (for trains) or Alsa (for buses) or use the Omio planner above
- From Bilbao Airport, there are regular bus connections to Logroño (2h 45mins, one change). For more information, visit Alava and Biskaia or use the Omio planner above
Departure from Burgos:
- From Burgos, there are trains to many destinations, including Bilbao (2h 45mins) or Madrid (2h). For more information, visit Renfe or use the Omio planner above
- There are also several bus connections from Burgos, such as Madrid (3h) or many other destinations. For more information, visit Alsa or use the Omio planner above
- To Bilbao Airport, there are regular bus connections from Burgos (2h 30mins, one change), please see Alsa and Bizkaia for more information
Inclusions
Included
- 6 nights accommodation
- 6 breakfasts
- Detailed tour materials (including maps, Pilgrim’s Passport, scallop and luggage tags)
- Luggage transfers from hotel to hotel on all walking days (one piece, up to 20kg per person)
- 24/7 phone assistance by our local office/representative
Excluded
- Airfare and connecting land transfers
- Lunches and dinners, drinks and snacks
- Travel insurance (required – get a quote online)
- Personal expenses
- Additional luggage
- Local tourist taxes and entry fees (payable locally)
- Any items not explicitly listed as included
- eSIM data for international travel (get an eSIM)
Options, extras and supplements
- If you’re travelling in a group, a supplement applies to group members who would like to have a room of their own
- This holiday is available for solo travellers. However, a supplement will be charged as the cost of rooms and also luggage or private transfers (when applicable) is not shared. Please note that solo travellers are always accommodated in their own room. For logistical reasons, we don’t offer an option for solo travellers to share rooms with other solo travellers
- Airport transfers
- Extra nights
Spain’s legal requirement for personal information
Please note: in December 2024, the Spanish government introduced a new law making it a legal obligation for all visitors to Spain to share personal details with their accommodations and car rental companies. Consequently, as we book your accommodation for you, we are obliged to pass these on to our local partners on the ground. After booking your holiday, we will send you a form to complete requesting all the legally-required information, including: name, nationality, gender, passport number, DOB, address, phone numbers and email address. This applies to all travellers aged 14 and over. If you are travelling with people under 14 years old, you need to declare your relationship to them. We apologise for any inconvenience. For more information, see here.
