ANDASPAIN TOUR REVIEWS

Michael – Camino del Norte 2022

Wow, what an experience though I’m still recovering. And thank you for your guidance and professionalism. The lodging exceeded expectations. All in all you did a 5 Star job with both lodging, luggage portage and mapping. If we got lost (x3) that was on us. My best to you and yours with Andaspain always to be highly recommended. God bless.

Ashley – Burgos to León 2022

Amazing, awe-inspiring, deeply impacting are a few of my overall comments. The journey/path itself as well as locations & scenery you pass through are all wonderful in their own way … but for me it’s all about the very many fellow peregrinos that we met and talked/shared stories with on our shared quest… from so many countries/locations around the world… whether for a few minutes/hours/days… why we were here, what drove us to be here, what was important/troubling in our lives… great and long lasting memories (some truly inspirational)… life lessons about ourselves as well as for ourselves. We all walk the same road, eat the same food in the same locations… that is the ‘great leveller’ that the Camino impressed in me. Andaspain service was really excellent… you were available to respond to questions, your arrangements for us all worked flawlessly and manual on arrival all worked really well. I’m sure that we will all of us want to continue further on our Camino next year and would gladly come back to you to help arrange it for us again.

Sandra – Last 100km 2022

5 stars! Everything was wonderful! The welcome packet was great and our luggage was at the hotels before we arrived each day. Speaking of accommodations…..the hotel were exactly what we were looking for. Thank you very much for your patience for the last two years. If I get the opportunity to return to the Camino (definitely a longer route!), I will contact Andaspain! We will definitely encourage people to contact Andaspain if they are interested in walking the Camino.

Rina – Last 100km 2022

After taking a few days to digest the special experience, I would love to write you a feedback on the Camino de Santiago trip experience. Last but not least, I wanted to say a big thank you to you, Kate, for this experience that you and the ‘Andaspain’ company helped me with. I really enjoyed the Camino and everything was well organized, Even when we encountered a problem, you knew right away to help and make sure everything worked out. I’m now starting to think and plan my next trip, so I hope we will be in touch next year in planning a new trip itinerary. Thank you so much,

Nancy – Porto to Santiago 2022

Andaspain is just the best! Accommodations and advice and preparation have made this a great experience again. I didn’t think you could top my 2019 Camino, but you did. I have listened to people complain about various other companies and I just sit and grin (and tell them next time to Google Andaspain. Thanks for your great, outstanding, excellent service! Kate and all the staff at Andaspain!

Just wanted to say again that Andaspain has once again gone above and beyond in your careful planning, personal attention and outstanding service. I returned to the US last night, and as with every other person I recalled the experience while sitting on the plane to home. From the arrival packet waiting for me in Vigo to all the perfect accommodations which were carefully chosen…your personal hand in all that made all the difference. So, you did it again. A great experience made possible by understanding your clients and the knowledge on your part. It is busy out there! Having the security that there will be a place to stay takes the anxiety out of each day. Perfect. Will highly recommend Andaspain to friends contemplating the Camino. Thanks!

April – Porto to Finisterre 2022

Oh Kate, this was the BEST TRIP. My body is happy to rest for a bit, but truly, it can’t wait to start caminando-ing again already. What worked = pretty much everything! What you could do better = gosh, this is truly a hard one… Of the accommodations, the only ones that were “meh” were O Porrino, Arcade, and Pontevedra. Those 3 days provided a bit of a “reality check” among other accommodations that were out-of-this-world-wonderful (and different from each other, which I also loved!) Looking forward to working with you again and my wholehearted gratitude again for everything.

Joette – Camino Portugués 2022

Andaspain we had a great Camino experience! AND…all nine of us completed the Portuguese Coastal Way!!!!!

From the very beginning stages of our trip planning to our actual experience on the Camino, I was very impressed with how quickly we received responses from you to our questions, concerns, and needs while on the Camino. The quick response confirmed that we were dealing with a professional company and one that supported us in having a successful Camino! The breakfasts included at each hotel were nutritious and provided us with the energy needed to start our day of walking. The transportation of the luggage was always efficient and reliable. Each day it was such a comfort to find our luggage at the hotel waiting for us. I guess that’s it but I would like to thank you once again for your support and helping to make our Camino a success and a very memorable experience! I’m still processing my experience as it continues to be with me. I have been thinking there could possibly be another Camino experience in my future and if so I will be contacting you and/or passing your name on to others who may be considering the Camino! Buen Camino! Thanks Kate!

Mary & Loretta – Last 100km 2022

It is hard to believe that one week ago today-Loretta and I were sitting in St James Cathedral in Santiago, Spain! What a beautiful experience our Camino was….even better than we had hoped for. The weather was grand, the food delicious, the accommodations perfect…with a nice mix of modern hotels and 300 year old Casas. We met other pilgrims from around the world who have become our friends. It has given us a renewed hope in fellow humans and our world. Kate, a big thank you to you-for all you did to make this once in a lifetime experience….perfect! We appreciate your patience with us as we had to postpone our walk several times. Others complained about accommodations and other issues…but we kept saying “Andaspain is the BEST”. We will highly recommend you and your company to anyone seeking to do the Camino walk. Thank you, Kate.

Mary and I are back home and find ourselves still processing all that we experienced while on the camino. It was wonderful from start to finish. We met so many people from all over the world, our accommodations were perfect, with the casa rurales being a highlight for us. Sonia and Elena & Raimundo were welcoming and so kind to us. The weather couldn’t have been better (we’re still wondering how you arranged that!). We had a bit of drizzle/mist for two hours on the last day of our walk….but it seemed appropriate somehow. Ending our camino by experiencing the Botafumeiro was meaningful and powerful. We reunited with many other pilgrims that morning, which made it even more special. The information packet Andaspain provided us was so helpful. Kudos to you and your staff for organizing everything for us, with no detail left out. Kate, we wish you continued success…it goes without saying that we’ll be singing your praises to anyone thinking about walking the camino!

Rochelle – Every Inch of the Camino 2022

I absolutely loved everything about working with you and Andaspain! Your passion and authentic, personal touch shine through in everything you do. Particularly as a woman traveling solo, knowing you were there for any unforeseen issues and low moments gave me such comfort and confidence. Your itinerary took all the guesswork and anxiety out of the trip. As you say, all I needed to do was walk.

Manuel – SJPDP to Santiago 2022

I wanted you to know how much I appreciate all the wonderful efforts you made on my behalf. The trip was an extraordinary experience. I will undoubtedly return and have you organize my Primitivo, Del Norte, or Portuguese Camino. Thank you so much.

Anu – Camino del Norte Camino Fisterra 2022

Kate has been organizing my hiking trips for almost 7yrs now! – I’ve been on multiple Routes to Santiago. She is very responsive (some of my trips didn’t have much lead time to make arrangements), flexible in accommodating all needs, competitive in pricing. Choice of accommodations and their location have been great, she provides practical guidance that I’ve found to be quite useful.

Kevin & Stacey 2024 Sarria to Santiago

Thank you, and yes we had a fantastic Camino! It was an experience that exceeded our high expectations. So thank you for your assistance in planning our journey. It was a learning experience for us as well to know how the Camino feels and operates as we are seriously thinking about doing the entire Camino Frances some day.

CJ & Klaus – Sarria to Santiago – 2024

Once again, thank you for organizing our trip within such a limited time frame. We had a fantastic experience.

Joyce & Rob Porto to Santiago – 2024

Our Camino Walk was fabulous from start to finish.. You did a phenomenal job putting together a journey that we will not soon forget. Overall, the lodging was terrific and clean, breakfasts quite good, and locations superb. Here are some comments concerning each location. Baggage handling was excellent. We had no issues. Many days we beat our bags to our lodging for the night, but in every case our bags arrived by 3pm. Thank you again, and we would not hesitate to call on you and Andaspain should we decide to walk another Camino!

Helen and Rob – Last 100km Oct

Hi Kate,

We had an excellent time on our Camino. Thank you so much for your organisation. It was seamless! All the accommodation was great. I think we especially liked our first night in Sarria in the restored farmhouse and the night in the country but really every place was well located and comfortable and so much better than we expected.

We chatted to some people in Santiago who had started their walk in Porto in Portugal. We rather thought that it sounded like a good idea for another year. Do you do Camino tours from there? Or can you suggest another walk that is similar in standard to the one we have just completed?

So many thanks for a great challenge which we could not have completed so well without your help.

Regards,

Helen

Janine and Nancy – Camino Portugues Sept 2023

Hi Kate,

Our trip was great. It was such a treat to be surprised by where we were going to stay each night, because each place had its own unique character. I really appreciate your diligence in finding our luggage the one day it was misplaced. I do hope to do another walk in the future. Nancy and I are already making tentative plans!

Janine

Ana Alvarez – Camino Portugues Sept 2023

Hi Kate,

I will be glad to include my reviews about my trip on all three platforms, however I would also like to express my personal gratitude to you for making our camino extra special. Apart from the great weather and amazing walking experience, I would like to highlight our amazing stay at beautiful Torre do Rio. What and incredible property located and surrounded by such beauty, the perfect location to do a weekend family reunion. I am sure you have been there and know exactly what I am saying. My son and I were in awe when we walked in.

Pousada Armenteira, with a different style was also a property we loved for its contemporary design. The staff, tranquility and surroundings were beyond gorgeous.

Hotel Moure was great, clean and excellent location, however I am still in love with Costa Vella. I took my son there for breakfast and evening drinks in the garden.

Overall, our experience was excellent and spending time with my son made it more than special.

Thank you Kate for all your work and for sure will hear from me next year to plan my long Portuguese Camino.

Warm regards,

~Ana

Sarah & Jacob – Last 100km Sept 2023

Hi Kate – Thanks so much for reaching out. Overall, we had an incredible experience—truly the trip of a lifetime. All of the luggage transports and taxis worked flawlessly and we really appreciated your going the extra mile for us on Sunday afternoon, arranging a taxi from Lugo to Sarria, making our unexpected travel snafu nothing but a minor inconvenience. We felt totally supported the whole time and knew if we reached out, you’d get back to us quickly. Muchas gracias!

We will definitely write some reviews and I have already been recommending your services to friends and family interested in the Camino. I honestly can’t recommend you highly enough!

Warmly,

Sarah

Michelle – Santiago to Finistere Sept 2023

Thanks so much Kate! It was the trip of a lifetime. It was so wonderful to be challenged by the walking and know that my room was waiting for me at the end. I was all in physically after each day for the first three days. The luggage moving from place to place was such a benefit and we had no problems. Each hotel was very comfortable. We met quite a few people along the way and they say we should have the albergue experience… maybe next time.

I will definitely be booking again next year but solo. Michelle

Tom and Donna – Last 100km Sept 2023

Thanks to you and your colleagues at Andaspain, Donna and I had an amazing time hiking the Camino Frances! The places we stayed at were spotless and cozy.

We’re still buzzing from all the great memories and can’t wait to go through all our photos. We’ve been telling all our family and friends how awesome Andaspain is and nudging them to get on board for their own epic journey.

Cheers to many more adventures ahead!

Best, Tom and Donna

Rina – Camino Francés April 2023

Dear Kate, For the second time, Thank you so much for the wonderful experience. You make it so much more relaxed and easy for me traveling alone. We left a review both on trip advisor and on Google.

Rina

Orit and friends – Sarria to Santiago April 2023

Hi Kate, I got back home last night. I had a wonderful month in Spain. We really liked the accommodations you chooses for us. All places were clean, functional and comfortable. Some of them really beautiful. As you asked, I will concentrate at this email about what can be done better (really) The communication with you before and during the travel was easy and very pleasant. We are very happy that we chose to use Andaspain to plan our travel. If you have any question about any of my comments, please contact me. Thanks, Orit P.S. Does AndaSpain serve the camino Lebaniego too?

Janet & Friends – Pamplona Logroño May 2023

Hi Kate,

All in all, this was a memorable, challenging, and fabulous experience! The hotels were very nice and comfortable, (which was much needed after hiking all day), The transfers were mostly on time (understandable, considering where we were), and the support from Andaspain was great. We will be referring friends who also want to do this trip to you. We were very happy with our vacation! Thank you!

Janet

Rick & Chris – Last 100km 2023

Hi Kate Everything went as planned and we really appreciate your efforts before and during our travels. Happy to help with referrals for your services. Please thank Victoria and her dog for her introduction of us to you. 🙂

We had a great trip and we will certainly reach out to you again for any travel related to Spain.

Best, Rick

David and Susan – Portugues June 2023

Kate: We thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity you facilitated for Susan and I to experience the Camino. On a special note, Susan enjoyed the recognition for her birthday and the card you provided the beginning of our adventure. The part of the Camino we walked was an incredible experience. We have another week of vacation and when we get home I will leave a well deserved review. I hope to work with you again! Very best regards David

Camino Portugues Sept 2023

Hi Kate,

What to say? It was an extraordinary experience, and everything you promised. Your attention to detail was noteworthy in so many ways! It was actually even more than you promised. Over the years, and in many countries, we’ve used guides for all manner of activities. Some have been quite good, too. A couple we used in Croatia were the best we’d ever known. Until now. I know with scientific certainty that I speak for everyone on this trip when I say that Jorge and Borja were beyond extraordinary. Professional, knowledgeable, kind, pleasant, funny, courteous – both are all of these things to a fault. I will look back fondly about this trip for many reasons, but they are clearly at the top of the list. Thanks for assigning them to us.

So, Kate, if ever someone needs a recommendation, send ’em my way. I’ll make you blush from ear to ear.

My thanks, Brent

Private Best of the Camino April 2023

Hi Kate,

This trip far surpassed any expectations!!! Jorge was fabulous and the sections that you picked were all amazing. I want to tell everyone about how much fun this was. Thank you!!!! Karyn

All of us absolutely loved it. I haven’t forgotten you, Jorge, and Andaspain. Probably never will. Joyce C and I are currently in Porto getting ready to fly home early early tomorrow. I want to do reviews that are more carefully worded and helpful than out than wow, wonderful, etc, so will do this after we are home in San Diego. It was wonderful!!!! Thanks again so much for making the trip happen.
Roberta

Here you go!

Jorge’s knowledge of history, culture, religion and being extremely personable

Jorge’s restaurant recommendations and willingness to make us a reservation

Managing a diverse group of people and allowing for extra walking for those who we’re interested

Jorge’s driving, we felt safe the entire time

Having snacks and water refill spots along the way

Not walking one full stage

Suggest including surface level and incline/decent grades to help people conceptualize the descriptors of moderate/hard

It would be nice if the tour of Santiago de Compostela happened the morning after arrival. A long walking tour after a long day of driving and walking was not ideal and we did not participate but heard it was amazing!

Thank you, Katie

Private Portuguese April 2023

Hi Kate,

Just as last year, my experience was exceptional. While we all missed Jorge, Piero was fantastic. I was so grateful last year when I was able to make the hike and could not believe I was able to do it again. I could go on for days and have with my friends here at home about all the great things but highest on my list is how well Borja and Peiro took care of us. It is one thing to have guides (in our case, chaperones hahaha) but the sincere interest they have in making the best experience is your greatest asset.

I also want to thank you for ALL your HARD work behind the scenes. None of it would be possible without you, I appreciate you!

Cheers

Jody

Every Inch 2023

Kate, thanks so much. It has been a wonderful experience for us thanks to you and your team.

Borja and Alex were all excellent and we enjoyed meeting them and spending time with them very much. They did an outstanding job and made walking the Camino very special for us. You’re very lucky to have them.

We’re full of joy, gratitude and happiness thanks to Andaspain! Best regards, Manny & Laura

Andaspain is Outstanding!

We just finished ‘Walking Every Inch of the Camino Frances’ with Andaspain and had a truly outstanding experience. Walking from St. Jean Pied de Port to Santiago de Compostela is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We could not have completed the journey without the support and logistical planning provided by our Andaspain team. Borja, Alex, and Juan took excellent care of us and enabled us to experience a journey we will never forget. It was also a pleasure to have Kate join us at different times on the trip. Andaspain showed their expert knowledge of the Camino with a well planned itinerary and we enjoyed staying in a variety of hotels which gave us a taste of the pilgrim experience. The picnic lunches and dinners gave us an opportunity to enjoy food specialties of the various regions as we walked through them. The checkpoints along the walk were daily highlights with snacks and drinks to revive us and keep us going. Borja, our lead guide, smoothly handled unexpected health and other issues experienced by group members with a thoughtful caring approach. This was a special trip for us and we are grateful to the Andaspain team for providing us with such a wonderful experience.

Last 100 of the Every Inch May 2023

This was one of the best family vacations we have had. With two teenagers, it is not easy to find a vacation that is both relaxing and a chance to truly connect. Andaspain created an experience for us that met both of those criteria.

From the second we arrived in Sarria to the moment we walked into the square at Santiago, we were taken care of by our incredible guides. Andaspain took care of all of the details. The hotels were all unique and comfortable. From the farmhouse where we were served wine and fresh produce grown on the farm, to the manor house with breathtaking views, we looked forward to a restful and relaxing evening every night after our walks.

And the food. Oh my the food. Every few miles Andaspain set up a check point with a van filled with snacks and drinks, and for lunch we had gourmet picnics with local fresh delicious food. Some of our favorites were the galician pie, white sangria and the local cheese from Arzua. And at night, we had dinners at various restaurants, or on site at the hotels, where platter after platter of local cuisine was served.

The part that really makes Andaspain special though are the guides. All of our guides were simply wonderful human beings who, not only took wonderful care of us, with a level of quiet professionalism that made clear their expertise and experience, but who we just loved getting to know and hanging out with.

It was an incredible trip! We can’t wait to come back:)

Meredith

Best of the Norte 2023

Hi Kate

We had a fantastic trip again with Andaspain thank you. The boys are so lovely it was a joy having them as our guides. So much knowledge, hard work, care for us and above all such great fun. Another trip to remember.

Thank you all for Andaspain’s efforts in working out a great walking trip for us. We loved it and especially meeting Pepin and learning about cider and the traditional life of Asturias. We drank a lot of cider after that while we were in Asturias!! In a restaurant in Ribadasella our waitress poured the cider without looking at the bottle or the glass and with so little wastage so I asked her if she had won the competition. She said she came second and was obviously very pleased to have been asked! Probably surprised that we knew about it.

The off camino walks were really good as well. Borja asked us all which were our favourite days and it was very hard to decide. But we really enjoyed the Covadonga trip and the cliff top path day. I think we were so lucky only to have bad rain one day and light rain on another day.

Look forward to the next time we can come out walking!

Helen & Phil

Private Laid back Last 100 July 2023

Kate It was an amazing experience….Roi was so knowledgeable and went out of his way to help our son who was struggling that first day and our smallest granddaughter who was also having a meltdown on our longest day. Lou’s picnics were absolutely fantastic & Lorenzo was also very knowledgeable and gave us many tips along the way. We couldn’t have picked better guides!!!!

My husband and I are still in Galicia for another 10 days so I will not have the time right now for any suggestions. I will get back to you when we get back to Miami & I will also post great reviews on the sites you mentioned.

Thanks for an Amazing experience !!! Isa

Kelley Laid back Last 100km Sept 2023

Thank you so much! Every aspect of the trip was first class and exceeded my expectations. I will go back and make sure that I tagged Andaspain on my Instagram photos and attempt to compose a review that captures the 5-star service/experience. I cannot say enough great things about our guides, Borja and Lu. Their knowledge of and passion for the Camino most definitely sparked a desire to return for a different route or longer route. I’m certain all of your team members are outstanding, but I would very much like to reconnect with the two of them on one of their weeks if I can return next year.

Thank you again for all that you do to coordinate.

Kelley

Camino Portugues June 2024 – Kirby

Andaspain! Tour company extraordinaire! A terrific choice! We just returned from a wonderful walk on the Camino Santiago Compostela from Porto, Portugal to Santiago! Our tour was organized by the Andaspain company and we could not be more pleased. Kate Goad, owner of Andaspain was efficient and very responsive. Our very experienced guide, Piero, knew the walk well, anticipated our needs and was totally dependable and available. Piero went way beyond helping us with all sorts of situations: shipping back packages, dietary restrictions, etc. An added plus: Piero is a gourmet and knew the best bars/restaurants (and their owners) along the way. We had such good food. Andaspain had booked us in convenient, reasonable and pleasant hotels, especially Torre do rio in Caldas de Reis, Spain. Would we book Andaspain again? Yes, yes, yes!