1st part FRENCH CAMINO
FRENCH CAMINO
Pedal the millennial French path to Santiago de Compostela, starting in Sant Jean Pied de Port, France. Cross the Pyrenees and relax in luxury hotels. Enjoy the incredible sights and the history and monuments along the way.
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GENERAL INFO
HIGHLIGHTS Oldest and most traveled Camino de Santiago European Cultural Itinerary Monuments and old churches Pyrenees mountains Local cuisine Luxury rentals
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Breakfast
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HOTEL RURAL TORRE de URIZ Located along Roncesvalles, this small, charming hotel is in a building with lots of history of nobility. Stay either on the tower or on the attached house, the rooms are all different and with the amenities of today’s times.
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Living room
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Old carriages
PALACIO GUENDULAIN Eighteenth century palace located in the old part of Pamplona that offers the comforts of a modern luxury hotel with the charm and history of a building that has hosted the Queen of England in the nineteenth century! The imposing entrance with antique carriages will let you dazzled.
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Reception
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Exterior
HUSA GRAN VIA Situated in one of the most recognized wine regions worldwide, La Rioja, a few meters from the historical center and the most outstanding points of interest in LogroĂąo, such as the Calle Laurel, Wall of RevellĂn, Cathedral La Redonda and a great selection of wineries.
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Dinning room
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Hall
PARADOR de S. DOMINGO de la CALZADA This stunning hotel occupies a former hospital building of the twelfth century. The Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada features several magnificent halls. The luxurious hotel lounge features the original Gothic arches and wooden details. The restaurant serves traditional dishes such as cod Ă la Rioja and stuffed peppers, as well as a good selection of local wines.
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Bedroom
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Cloister
NH PALACIO de la MERCED Beautiful sixteenth century palatial building with a cloister and in the heart of Burgos, by the River Arlanz贸n and opposite the cathedral. The hotel combines natural materials with modern design. The lounges and public rooms display modern art. The stylish restaurant serves international and regional cuisine, along with a wide variety of wines and champagnes.
AWARDS for PORTUGAL Portugal is being discovered by more visitors that are enchanted by this charming country. PORTO: European Best Destination 2014 (#1); 2012 (#1): Lonely Planet: Best European travel destination for 2013 LISBOA: World Travel Awards: 2014 Europe’s Leading Cruise Destination / Cruise Port Best European Destination: 2010 (#1); 2013 (#2) Tripadvisor top destinations 2014 (#23): PORTUGAL: World Travel Awards: 2013 World’s Leading Golf Destination 2014 Europe’s Leading Tourist Board 2012/2013 Europe’s Leading Beach Destination: The Algarve 2012/2013 Europe’s Leading Golf Destination: Portugal World Economic Forum: 7th most visitor-friendly country in the World Condé Nast Traveler and its readers as the best country to visit in 2013. UNESCO: There are currently 16 sites on the list, with several others hoping to join soon (Marvão, Lisbon’s Baixa district, Vila Viçosa, Arrabida, Mafra Palace, Buçaco Forest): Jeronimos Monastery Tomar’s Templar Castle and Convent Prehistoric Rock Art of Côa Valley Belem Tower Elvas Fortifications Angra do Heroismo Sintra Guimarães Pico Island Vineyard Culture Evora Porto’s Old Center Laurisilva Forest Batalha Abbey Douro Valley Alcobaça Abbey Coimbra University