How expensive is Camino de Santiago?

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  • Опубликовано: 22 авг 2024
  • Let's talk business, how much does el Camino cost? What are the prices of accommodation, food and other expenses? Can I afford the Santiago way 2022?
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  • @caminotellers
    @caminotellers  Год назад +1

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  • @TheAstralthief
    @TheAstralthief 2 года назад +45

    I did it true pilgrim style. I left Amsterdam Netherlands 16 July 2021. I reached Santiago de compostela 88 days later. I left without a single penny in my pocket. Nor bank card. Faith is the KEY 🙏😀

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад +5

      It’s a matter of BIG faith, congratulations

    • @johnd5508
      @johnd5508 2 года назад +6

      Wow. What did you do for food and shelter?
      Don't you think one should be more responsible and not depend solely on others, but also contribute to society?

    • @Jan-kk3mn
      @Jan-kk3mn Год назад +2

      Awesome! How did you manage broeder?

    • @missvibes777
      @missvibes777 Год назад

    • @thisdrinkinglife
      @thisdrinkinglife Год назад +3

      @@johnd5508 lol. Give over

  • @markdonovan1540
    @markdonovan1540 2 года назад +38

    It's not as cheap as people might think. The Camino businesses suffered during the pandemic, with several going out of business. Those that survived have also had to comply with restrictions which result in lower occupancy capacity.
    It's easing up a bit now, but those businesses trying to recover lost income have had no choice but to increase charges. In addition, the huge increase in energy bills and increases in inflation have taken their toll and it doesn't look like it's going to recover quickly.
    So, if you can afford it, splash the cash to help these people. If you can't, then you'll have to find a way to do it on the cheap, which is possible of course.
    I live in Madrid in Spain, so we understand how the economy is in Spain.
    The Camino in Spain is as much a tourist attraction as it is a pilgrimage, so naturally the people who make a living from the Camino have to cover their ever increasing costs and make a profit on top. If you want to save money, then walk longer each day and reduce overall time on the Camino. Where cooking facilities are available (they were forced to close during the pandemic), then consider getting together to make a shared meal.
    There is plenty of water on tap in most places, so saving can be had by not buying lots of drinks. You only need water to stay healthy. For example, treat yourself once a week, instead of every day!
    Having said all that, you also want to enjoy the experience too, so it's a question of balance.
    Personally, I would budget for 50€ a day. So if you do the Camino Francés in 34 days (which is the average), then that will require a budget of around 1,700€. This doesn't include travel costs to and from Spain or any other unforeseen costs such as having to buy new footwear or pay for the some hotel accommodation because all the albergues are full at some places.
    Don't walk with lots of cash on you. There are ATMs in most towns, but not villages, so plan where and when to withdraw cash. Many businesses on the Camino only accept cash, so you'll need it to have some on you - but not too much that you spend it on stuff you don't need.

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад +6

      So well and accurately concluded! It could be of much help to many souls thinking about walking the Camino! Big hug for you

    • @bombastus4402
      @bombastus4402 2 года назад +2

      50 euros per day?? :(

    • @markdonovan1540
      @markdonovan1540 2 года назад +3

      @@bombastus4402 especially now, with all the price increases. Obviously, I'd try to keep it much lower, but I think that we should also spend a bit more than the minimum, if and when one can afford it, to help the many small Camino businesses that have suffered during the pandemic and reduced numbers of pilgrims and reduced capacity due to Covid measures.

    • @fuspz
      @fuspz Год назад +2

      wont be doing 50 a day personaly

  • @danburrage1186
    @danburrage1186 Месяц назад

    I recognised the town of Villares de Orbigo from this video! I passed through in March 2024 and remembered it! It's from the video! You say that Alberque was expensive in 2022 for 14 euros, it's now 18 euros!

  • @hugocast
    @hugocast 2 года назад +13

    I am walking Camino Portugués right now and the 10 euro menus are lifesavers, lots of great food, nice people and good vibes all around.

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад +2

      Hugoooo! How are you? Are you walking from Porto? Hugs and enjoy the foooood ;)

    • @hugocast
      @hugocast 2 года назад

      @@caminotellers Gracias Ricky! Portugal was fantastic, got my Bacalhau fix and have been loving the hospitality. I just crossed into Galicia today and enjoyed the rain after 7 days of Sun and heat. I look forward to Galicia being a bit cooler :)
      PS: Galego is such a cool language. Hope to see you in Santiago. Buen Camino!

  • @BurtDavis
    @BurtDavis Год назад +3

    lovin the drone footage. TY

  • @caminotellers
    @caminotellers  2 года назад +7

    To clarify some other aspects:
    * there are places where accommodation in on donation bases... responsible donation!
    *the same applies to food, there are places that offer breakfast and other meals for free... responsible donation!
    *if you stay on campings, that will be a much different price for sleeping 0-5e
    *I found some places that have pilgrims menu for 5 euros, shared with many people, but it wasn't a everyday event.
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    • @wanderingontheway
      @wanderingontheway 2 года назад

      How many campgrounds are available? Should I plan on bringing enough gear to camp if I need to?

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад +1

      @@wanderingontheway depending of the Camino you do... many albergues have camping spaces! Obviously they much more affordable then a beds as they would charge you maybe 3 euros or some even for free... if it's worth the hustle of carrying the camping gear, do it! Have in mind that there are many stages where you will stay in cities, so camping will be hard to arrange, hugs

  • @emilianohernandez667
    @emilianohernandez667 2 года назад +4

    Hey! I will make around 13 days of the French Camino at the end of June and I found your videos a couple of weeks ago. You really have helped me to start the planning. I wish you an excelent trip 👏🏻

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад

      Hi Emiliano! I'm glad I could be of some help :) 13 days? Will you start from leon? Or pomferrada?

  • @djbreakfast
    @djbreakfast 9 месяцев назад

    My partner and I want to walk The Camino Portugues in spring 2024. Thank you for all your videos, these have been so helpful for research 💞🥾🥾

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  9 месяцев назад

      Thanks a lot for stopping by! More about Portuguese way soon ;)

  • @angelfire402
    @angelfire402 Год назад +1

    Gracias. I am studying your videos. I plan to go June 2023.

  • @kds5620
    @kds5620 2 года назад +2

    Very well done Prices have changed from 2014. Appreciate the effort of you taking the time to do this.
    Keith

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад

      Thans Keith, the prices have changed even from 2019... but thats the reality of our times. Buen Camino

  • @sonnydwyer7
    @sonnydwyer7 2 года назад +2

    I'm going to plan my first Camino soon, the long one from France, I want to go in June 😍
    I will be watching lots of your videos this weekend 😂

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад

      Hey Sonny! I'm just finishing the French Way, from SJPDP, the one you want to do, and I have to tell you - you will enjoy it soooo much! Legendary! Any questions let me know ;)

    • @sonnydwyer7
      @sonnydwyer7 2 года назад

      I've so much to learn still, before I even know what questions to ask!! 😂 But I can't wait, thank you so much for all of the information here!!

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад

      @@sonnydwyer7 good stuff! Enjoy and hope to cross on the Camino

  • @Goooogle
    @Goooogle 2 года назад +1

    Great drone shots btw. You should check out the new released mavic mini 3 pro

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад

      I saw it yesterday...nice gear! I have a mini 2 and it serves the purpouse, but most likely it will be my future treat :)

  • @angelfire402
    @angelfire402 Год назад +1

    Gracias. You have amazing visuals.

  •  6 месяцев назад

    I enjoyed the Havaianas flip flop.

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  6 месяцев назад

      I wish to walk entire Camino with Hawaianas, there would be no rushing or going for the sake of arriving to places! Hahaha

  • @elizabethholden5270
    @elizabethholden5270 2 года назад

    Well done love these. We are planning Camino May 2023. Bought you a coffee

  • @DuckDiaries
    @DuckDiaries 2 года назад

    I enjoyed watching this very much. The drone shots are beautiful…

  • @iainthompson502
    @iainthompson502 Год назад

    Thank you for a most helpful video - I really appreciate the humour! I have webbed toes so your advice is most helpful.

  • @Ruyagozlemi
    @Ruyagozlemi Год назад

    I'm thinking of doing the Camino from France in July ! I know it's gonna be hot, but I Live in Spain so I somewhat know what to expect. Now I want to spend as little as possible, and I already have a pretty strict diet. My thought is to take a 2.5 kg bag of protein powder, and oats. I'll also take sachets of coffee, can fit loads of them in a bag. I'll simply eat oats and protein for brekky with a coffee. Then a protein shake and get something small for lunch, and just load up on water. I'll spend most on accommodation, but im good with the shared accommodation for like 10 euros. Does that sound too far out there

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  Год назад

      If you will walk a lot, will will have to eat accordingly… people loose weight on the Camino as they aren’t used to eat and having so much exercise! We would love to help but it soooo personal! Hugs

    • @dragohm3520
      @dragohm3520 Год назад

      @@caminotellers i did the camino without eating anything ones.....first Apple in santiago de compostela....144 days of walking and not eating ..everything is posible 🕉

  • @DonnyUtton
    @DonnyUtton Год назад

    This was very helpful my friend bom camino

  • @bayarea5034
    @bayarea5034 2 года назад

    Thank you! Love your videos. I am planning on walking the Camino in June 2023. ❤️

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад

      Thanks a lottt! Hope we get there sooner then you think :) hugs

  • @darrylellis9578
    @darrylellis9578 2 года назад

    Thanks mate costing has been a concern. We are Oporto to Santiago in September

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад

      Don't forget to stay at least for a coffee in Ponte Sampayo, just before pontevedra ;) hugs

  • @kolayotadventures6789
    @kolayotadventures6789 2 года назад

    Great information!!!…. Hoping one day in the near future i can do “El Camino” either by walking or biking, thanks and keep up the good work 👍

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад

      Thanks my friend! The Camino is waiting for you :)

  • @sheacomfrey5924
    @sheacomfrey5924 2 года назад +2

    Thank you for this video! I am wondering , do most albergues and cafes on the camino take card or do I need to bring lots of cash with me? Many thanks!

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад +3

      The small places, small little bars or small albergues they prefare cash... and sometimes it is the only option. But many places they manage with cards. You might thing about the bank that offers free withdrawal in Spain or the small fee... hugs

  • @KiwiPilgrim
    @KiwiPilgrim 2 года назад

    I'm thoroughly enjoying your videos. Thanks so much 😊

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад +1

      Thanks ! And I am enjoying making them too :) hugs

  • @Goooogle
    @Goooogle 2 года назад

    I just found your channel. I love it. Keep up the good work man, cheers!

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад

      Thanks for a great feedback! 🤗🙏

  • @wanderingontheway
    @wanderingontheway 2 года назад

    Thanks for your videos!

  • @Strayawayfelix
    @Strayawayfelix 2 года назад

    Excellent information and as always a great video. Muchas gracias.

  • @manfredbismark6688
    @manfredbismark6688 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks! Rudi.

  • @dgsanchez1000
    @dgsanchez1000 10 месяцев назад

    I never looked at my bag. When I came home I had more money that when I left... I cried...

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  10 месяцев назад

      What the incredible story! Wow 😮

  • @justgivemethetruth
    @justgivemethetruth 2 года назад

    Beautiful camera work!

  • @ayongkot
    @ayongkot Год назад

    I'd like to do via della plata and in one of my trainings I have walked 22 kms without food and water with light backpack andcI survived 4 hours of walking.

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  Год назад +1

      Efren! How are you? We will do via de plata next year, so stay connected as we will be preparing and sharing some insights!

  • @jnazarali5401
    @jnazarali5401 2 года назад

    I'm so glad I found your channel! I'm planning on walking the Camino Frances at the end August-September! Hopefully the weather will cool off a bit 🙈

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад

      September is a good time to go! Will you star in France?

    • @jnazarali5401
      @jnazarali5401 2 года назад

      @@caminotellers Yes I'm starting at St. Jean Pied de Port! :)

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад

      @@jnazarali5401 if you are looking for a good albergue to stay, let me know, I can recommend you a great place to start!

    • @jnazarali5401
      @jnazarali5401 2 года назад

      @@caminotellers Yes please! :)

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад +1

      @@jnazarali5401 Beilari and it's owner Jospeh is a good place to start.. it sets you up for a journey of sharing and giving :) hugs

  • @janeantar8950
    @janeantar8950 2 года назад

    Enjoy your meal. Great videos

  • @moiragillott8060
    @moiragillott8060 Год назад

    great idea!

  • @elizabethholden5270
    @elizabethholden5270 2 года назад

    Thanks!

  • @jorgeignaciosaldarriaga1340
    @jorgeignaciosaldarriaga1340 Год назад

    Very illustrative videos and advices. What about tips? Tks

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  Год назад +1

      That’s something personal. In Spain, contrary to USA we don’t have an mandatory tips.. it’s a heathy practice to leave something that you can afford but if you don’t have any, don’t let it stop you to have your food or drinks. People know that if we are pilgrims and choose the “menu peregrino” just because of the low price, we won’t be leaving a big tip! For example, I could leave a tip for a dinner if eating out, but wouldn’t do it when having a coffee or sweet in a bar… when are you starting your Camino Jorge ?

  • @peterbarber5442
    @peterbarber5442 2 года назад

    Great video

  • @daryakinza
    @daryakinza 2 года назад

    Mil gracias! Tus videos son muy utiles))) Te queria preguntar, que camino te gusto mas? Estoy eligiendo entre Frances y Norte

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад +2

      Darya! Gracias por tus palabras :) los dos caminos estan muy especiales... pero solo si lo haces entero! si haces solo unos dias o una semana, hay camino mas interesantes. Empezar en sjpdp y caminor con muchos peregrinos le da un significado muy profundo al camino frances. Mientras que el norte sorprende con unos paisajes y un viaje un poco mas de solitario( ha veces)... solo decirte que voy a repetir los dos, tanto me han gustado! abrazos

    • @daryakinza
      @daryakinza 2 года назад

      @@caminotellers mil gracias!! si, quiero hacer el entero:))) parece que primero voy con el norte, me llama un poco mas ☺

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад +1

      @@daryakinza do what your heart tells you :)

  • @margaritarocha1664
    @margaritarocha1664 2 года назад

    Te invito un café!!! En el camino inglés!!!

  • @robinandthedog
    @robinandthedog 2 года назад

    Great channel you have, I really enjoy it. Take care and god speed.

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад

      Thanks for the kind words! If you have other suggestions, don't doubt to share🙏🤗👌

    • @robinandthedog
      @robinandthedog 2 года назад

      I haven’t seen enough videos to do that, just in case I would mention, meet the locals and their “simple” local lives, depending on your Spanish skills ahaha.

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад +1

      @@robinandthedog nice one! I live in Spain so I can mange.. :) Thanks

  • @dragohm3520
    @dragohm3520 Год назад

    Buen Camino Peregrino

  • @gargar8
    @gargar8 2 года назад

    What time did you start walking and finish during a 30 kilometer day

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад +1

      Hello! Normally I’d start around first rays of sun… getting to the place around 12.00 is enough of the effort for me, especially when the weather is soo hot during the summers . Anyways, 30k is a bit to much for me, I’d choose to organise like a 20-25 k day …

  • @grisza77
    @grisza77 Год назад

    camino tellers: let's talk business
    business: starts at 5:20

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  11 месяцев назад +1

      We’ re working on our clear message… thanks!

  • @sherikennedy4117
    @sherikennedy4117 Год назад +1

    as i am watching you and other on youtube eat your meals, i have started to wonder how difficult this is to do if you have food allergies. for example...no eggs (or rather egg yolks) for me. i am completely intolerant. it would make for a very...um...messy and uncomfortable trip for me. yes, i might...big might and i will have to try this out...do a tortilla as it is mixed in with all the pappas. and i cannot eat other things due to a finicky digestive system. is this now totally out for me? just wondering how others with similar problems...or should i say challenges....handle this. i am also curious, i never see anyone eating any pollo on the camino. interesting. unless it is just a choice? all this said, i am really thinking the camino for tui might be a better fit digestively speaking. lol.

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  Год назад

      Sheri, thanks for your message.We'll try answer your question on tomorrow's live!

    • @sherikennedy4117
      @sherikennedy4117 Год назад

      @CaminoTellers - In search of the holy Trail yay....I will be at work but will watch the replay, thx so much. This is more of a block to me doing a camino than my 67 yrs of age and so I am most appreciative of your insight.

    • @lifeisgood8659
      @lifeisgood8659 3 дня назад +1

      Everything is possible. I walked my first camino portugues litoral at 2022 like a vegan. It was not easy, but we managed :). You have to plan better what and where you will eat. For exempel, check vegan restaurant (vegan eat no eggs) in bigger cityes. And if you will stay in small vilages, you have to buy something to eat in advance in supermarkets. Otherwise there will be not something to eat for you at all. Buen camino :)

  • @lizdg3892
    @lizdg3892 2 года назад

    Is the buy you a coffee a secure site because I’d love to buy you coffee and beers.

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад

      Hi Liz! How are you? Yep, it's well known site for artists and other film makers :) 💚 thanks

  • @laritaclark5110
    @laritaclark5110 Год назад

    There’s hardly been any one one the trail with you

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  Год назад

      there are times of the year where Camino is empty! this year June is quite empty!

  • @jakob3856
    @jakob3856 2 года назад

    I’m starting in Lisbon early June - will I be ok with liner only or should I take a sleeping bag?

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад

      In june, in south portugal... My humble opinion is that is not quite necessary rather a pijamas with long sleeve if you wish. And you can always rent a ask for blankets for one or two cold nights... hugs

    • @hugocast
      @hugocast 2 года назад

      @Jakob I started in Porto in early May and I have used my fleece exactly once: In the plane from the 🇺🇸 to Europe. I’ve also have not used my liner at all, one blanket has been more than enough and all the pensiones I’ve stayed at have had extras. So I wouldn’t bother with a liner in June if I was doing Portugués again.

    • @jakob3856
      @jakob3856 2 года назад +1

      @@caminotellers Thank you

    • @jakob3856
      @jakob3856 2 года назад +1

      @@hugocast Thanks for that Hugo - I think I will take the liner only and leave my sleeping bag at home.

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад +1

      @@hugocast great feedback, Real life experience :)

  • @tigermoses
    @tigermoses Год назад

    What form of payment do most places along the camino take? Is it mostly cash or cards? Are the cards chip&pin or regular cards work too?

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  Год назад

      Tiger! Join our live stream session today as we will talk about it to some extend and you can ask any other question live! Hugs

    • @tigermoses
      @tigermoses Год назад

      @@caminotellers I accidently ended up on the live chat before I saw this and you answered me question LIVE, it was such a great feeling - thank you so much! I'll be getting my Euros from local bank in USA before I depart, but thatnks for all the ATM warnings!

  • @KingMinosxxvi
    @KingMinosxxvi Год назад

    can you sleep in a tent on the side of the road?

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  Год назад

      it is illegal. there are camping sites you can use. we will make it one of the subjects on our Thursday Livestream, join!

  • @adrianfernandez6644
    @adrianfernandez6644 2 года назад

    Do they take credit card on the road

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад

      Adrian! In small villages they prefare cash... in the medium and bigger places they take cards. It's always good to have some cash with you. Hugs

  • @dragohm3520
    @dragohm3520 Год назад

    Hey buen camino......i dont spend more than 5 € a day......its pilgrim.....you need to suffer.....it was getting a buisness......not like in the past....

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  11 месяцев назад

      We do it for as little as possible, and next year we will only stay in donativo, like it used to be. Hugs

  • @gmdionne
    @gmdionne 2 года назад

    Thanks!

  • @julieohara1060
    @julieohara1060 2 года назад

    Thanks!

  • @alexisbarcelo7975
    @alexisbarcelo7975 2 года назад

    Thanks!

  • @patrickjosephdoyle2090
    @patrickjosephdoyle2090 2 года назад

    Thanks!

    • @patrickjosephdoyle2090
      @patrickjosephdoyle2090 2 года назад

      enjoy your much deserved coffee, Ricky! and thank you for your great information!

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад +1

      Thanks Patrick! Let our paths cross on one of these great Caminos ! Hugs

    • @caminotellers
      @caminotellers  2 года назад

      👌🙏