Self-guided Camino packages

Self-Guided Camino de Santiago Package: Walk from Sarria to Santiago

Walk the final 115 km of the Camino Francés from Sarria to Santiago with our self-guided package. Pre-booked lodgings, optional...

From €597.00

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From €415.00

Self-Guided Via Francigena Package: Walk from Lucca to Siena

Journey through Tuscany on the Via Francigena from Lucca to Siena. Enjoy medieval towns, vineyards, and charming stays on a...

From €577.00

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From €209.00

Guided pilgrim treks

Porto Covo to Sagres: Fisherman's Trail with author Gillian Price

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! THE DATES ARE SET, AND THIS IS A PRELIMINARY POSTING WHILE WE CALCULATE TRIP PRICING. Join renowned...

March 14 - 24, 2026

Bari to Santa Maria di Leuca: Via Francigena in the South

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! THE DATES ARE SET, AND THIS IS A PRELIMINARY POSTING WHILE WE CALCULATE TRIP PRICING. This 15-day...

April 3 - 17, 2026

A Coruña to Santiago de Compostela: Camino Inglés with Joyce DeToni-Hill

Join us on a delightful journey along the Camino Inglés, a historic pilgrimage route that is less traveled than the...

April 21 - 4, 2026

Rieti to Assisi: Via di Francesco

Walk through the sacred heart of Umbria on the Via di Francesco, a pilgrimage that joins Rieti and Assisi over...

April 25 - 5, 2026

Le Puy-en-Velay to Conques: Via Podiensis with author Beebe Bahrami

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! THE DATES ARE SET, AND THIS IS A PRELIMINARY POSTING WHILE WE CALCULATE TRIP PRICING. Step into...

April 30 - 10, 2026

León to Santiago de Compostela: Camino De Santiago with Joyce DeToni-Hill

To walk on the Camino de Santiago is to set sail on a river of time. Every ancient church tower,...

September 1 - 16, 2026

Lucca to Siena: Via Francigena through Tuscany

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! THE DATES ARE SET, AND THIS IS A PRELIMINARY POSTING WHILE WE CALCULATE TRIP PRICING. Walking the...

May 3 - 12, 2026

Florence to Santuario della Verna: Via di Francesco Part 1 of 4

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! THE DATES ARE SET, AND THIS IS A PRELIMINARY POSTING WHILE WE CALCULATE TRIP PRICING. We’ve designed...

May 12 - 19, 2026

Santuario della Verna to Assisi: Way of St Francis Part 2 of 4

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! THE DATES ARE SET, AND THIS IS A PRELIMINARY POSTING WHILE WE CALCULATE TRIP PRICING. We’ve designed...

May 19 - 30, 2026

Assisi to Rieti: Via di Francesco: Part 3 of 4

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! THE DATES ARE SET, AND THIS IS A PRELIMINARY POSTING WHILE WE CALCULATE TRIP PRICING. We’ve designed...

May 30 - 7, 2026

Rieti to Rome: Via di Francesco: Part 4 of 4

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! THE DATES ARE SET, AND THIS IS A PRELIMINARY POSTING WHILE WE CALCULATE TRIP PRICING. We’ve designed...

June 7 - 13, 2026

Lausanne to Aosta: Crossing the Alps on the Via Francigena

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! THE DATES ARE SET, AND THIS IS A PRELIMINARY POSTING WHILE WE CALCULATE TRIP PRICING. The Lausanne...

August 4 - 13, 2026

Siena to Viterbo: Via Francigena - Wine, Walk, and Soak

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! THE DATES ARE SET, AND THIS IS A PRELIMINARY POSTING WHILE WE CALCULATE TRIP PRICING. From the...

October 25 - 4, 2026

Florence to Assisi: Via di Francesco

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! THE DATES ARE SET, AND THIS IS A PRELIMINARY POSTING WHILE WE CALCULATE TRIP PRICING. Begin in...

September 21 - 8, 2026

Assisi to Rome: Via di Francesco

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! THE DATES ARE SET, AND THIS IS A PRELIMINARY POSTING WHILE WE CALCULATE TRIP PRICING. The Via...

October 9 - 23, 2026

Concierge custom self-guided treks

Our travel concierge service helps you avoid the hassle and anxiety of arranging your accommodations and ground travel so you can relax and enjoy your journey. We begin by asking you your specific interests—like how far you prefer to walk in a day, whether you want to carry your own bags, what kind of lodging you prefer—and we present you with a customized, draft itinerary. You review it, comment, and we continue to refine it until it's just right.

Why Pilgrim Paths?

When our founder, prolific guidebook author Sandy Brown, first walked the Camino de Santiago in 2008, he immediately realized there was something life-changing about this way of travel. In 2016, he formed Pilgrim Paths to share this discovery with others.

20,000 Miles of Personal Experience

We don't just talk the talk - we've walked the walk! Every itinerary we put together is thoughtfully crafted from our 20,000+ miles of personal experience on Europe's great trails.

24/7 Support

Our staff members in Europe and the US are available to consult day or night. In case something unexpected happens we're just a call or text message away.

Happy Customers

Read our reviews and you'll understand why people come back to us year after year for help planning their upcoming adventure.

Selected Lodgings

We take what we've learned from writing trekking guidebooks so we will choose the best hotels, B&Bs and hostels for overnights that are safe and comfortable.

Camino Made Easy

We organise to your specifications, planning your options like luggage transfer, prepaid meals, ground travel arrangements, and much more.

Family-Oriented and Friendly

We're a family, and every one of our customers becomes part of our extended family. Nothing gives us more pleasure than knowing you are having a fabulous experience.

About Pilgrim Paths

As a college student, Sanford “Sandy” Brown fell in love with European languages, history, and culture. During his years as a United Methodist pastor in Washington State, he wove those passions into the life of his congregation — but the pull to explore the wider world never left him. He began modestly, leading church groups to the Holy Land, then to Egypt, Turkey, and finally to Italy, discovering along the way that pilgrimage was as much about the people as the places.

In 2008, when Sandy first walked the Camino de Santiago, he found a lifelong calling. Long-distance walking became a way to unite adventure, reflection, and community. Writing came naturally next: his guidebooks for Cicerone Press — including the beloved Via di Francesco — opened the pilgrim world to thousands.

After leading tours for others, Sandy founded Pilgrim Paths in 2016 to share his own vision of meaningful, well-supported walking journeys. In 2022 he welcomed his sister, Rocky Nieblas-Brown, as partner, expanding the company’s reach and spirit of hospitality. Today, Pilgrim Paths has guided hundreds of walkers on unforgettable adventures across Europe’s historic routes, blending expert logistics with the deep joy of pilgrimage.

Living with Primary Lateral Sclerosis (PLS), a slow-progressing motor-neuron condition that has taken away his ability to communicate through speech, Sandy continues to travel widely and lead groups with grace, insight, and steady enthusiasm. His journey — and the journeys he helps others make — embody the enduring truth that every step can be an act of courage, discovery, and gratitude.

Our team

Our people are our biggest asset. To every project we bring tens of thousands of kilometers on Europe's great pilgrim trails.

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Sandy Brown

Founder and partner
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Rocky Brown-Nieblas

Concierge Service
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Giovanni Ramaccioni

Expert hiking guide
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Joyce DeToni-Hill

Tour Host
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Beebe Bahrami

Tour Host
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Gillian Price

Tour Host
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Laura Harris

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Patrick Mowrer

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Luke Brown

Social Media Manager and Tour Host
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Mark Goodman

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Denise Simoneau

Bookings

What our clients say

Pilgrim Paths was fantastic in making our arrangements for us. Accommodations were clean and comfortable. Meals were great. Paolo was a fantastic driver and helper! Rocky was spot on in her help and guidance! 100% recommend their services!
 
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Karen C
This was an outstanding trip! The walking was wonderful, the places we stayed could not have been better, and the meals were really super. The leaders, Sandy Brown, Giovanni Ramaccioni, and Roland Tempest ("JJ") were extremely helpful, informative, and fun to be with. The pace was very good; no one had to struggle to keep up but none of us felt held back. The weather was very hot, and the leaders were quick to make arrangements for the van to be available for anyone who needed a break. This was our second Pilgrim Paths trip and we had a ball. Cannot recommend Pilgrim Paths too highly!
 
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Karl R
Rocky booked accommodations for 44 days including pre and post trip, a huge amount of work. She also had to change bookings because of family changing plans, busy time of year on Camino. Vast majority were excellent even when modest and the couple that were not were idiosyncratic. Pilgrims Path has tremendous knowledge of the Camino and a high service orientation.
 
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Karla T

This is our second experience with Pilgrim Paths. Rocky did a superb job of scheduling and managing every detail. This was our 6th pilgrimage and Pilgrim Paths is the best in the industry. There is 24/7 immediate availability to respond to any issues.

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Rick and Frankie W., Spokane, Washington

Wow! Pretty much sums up the most amazing experience I had with pilgrim path

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-Lyn P.. N.Queensland, Australia
I really enjoyed the pilgrimage from Florence to Assisi. Great guides, fine dining, wonderful stays in different towns and country inns.
 
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Jacques M

The trip was very well orchestrated by Rocky. When we ran into a problem or wanted to make a change she was always available to handle our requests and make it happen. I became ill the day before I flew home. Her help in making additional accommodations was outstanding, due to the short notice as well as it being critical for my care.

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Nancy W., Sedro Woolley, Washington

Above expectations in every way, particularly accommodations & meals. I also greatly appreciated being able to ask Sandy questions via messanger (with a speedy response) and our two zoom sessions where we were able to meet a few members of our group before Assisi. Every day there were MANY logistics to work out which I was very aware of, and they were handled ALWAYS with a positive attitude and a smile. We were WELL taken care of to insure a fun, safe, successful, and life long memory in the footsteps of St Francis. Thank you to TEAM Sandy!

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Kathy B., Rye, New Hampshire

Pilgrim Paths applied their knowledge and expertise to make sure my Camino would be the unforgettable experience I hoped it would be! I was very pleased with all the accommodations they scheduled for me, along the Camino, and I knew that they were backing me up if I ever encountered a problem.

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Ken N., Vero Beach, Florida

A beautifully curated trek, enhanced by our guide, Mauro, a true renaissance man with his knowledge of St. Francis, Italian food, wine, plants, culture and the region’s history and quirks. The accommodations and meals were reflective of the regions, and to have included wine with several was a thoughtful bonus. Picnic lunches were a treat – both those provided by our guides and the ones we packed. Van support very accommodating, so too, having advance knowledge of room assignments and luggage waiting for our arrival. Technology – via the advance private Facebook group and WhatsApp, in addition to those who wanted to use the GPS routing, too, were effective ways to stay connected.

 

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Katharine W., Edmonton, Alberta

I am beyond grateful to have been on this trip from Assisi to Rome. The leadership was masterful, the attention to the individual and group needs was unparalleled, and the spirit of heart was life-expanding. St Francis is a teacher for all humanity, for all ages; the essence of his teachings live today and whisper their wisdom and gentility along this path. The breathtaking beauty of the Italian countryside, the warmth of the locals, and of course the food serve as joyful nourishment. The labor of love that Sandy Brown has shared with us is a priceless gift that I, for one, will treasure until I leave this beautiful world.

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Lauren W., Sarasota, Florida

As a secular franciscan, I found this program to be wonderful in walking along the footsteps of francis. Able to see many things i’ve not in the past which enhanced my Camino even more so. Our guides were love with Italy and her culture which was contagious to myself as a pilgrim. All the accommodations were at a good level, some better than others. Food was unique and gave a new taste to italy. High class all the way.

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Patrick M., Flagstaff, Arizona

The experience was seamless from start to finish. Pilgrim Paths and Guides went over and above to deliver personalized service such as ensuring desired locations and events were added, full van support, local connections, and knowledge of the Via di Francesco. The accommodations and were dinners were wonderful. It was so nice to go out to local restaurants. All the pilgrims were fully catered to regardless of the level of fitness or speed. It was outstanding.

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Bridget D., Flagstaff, Arizona

C. and I have taken several long distance hikes over the last 10 years. Our experience on the via Francesco hike with the help of Pilgrim Paths has been wonderful. The benefit of having our reservations already in place combined with the kindness and consideration of the hosts made this trip special.

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Carol R., Rochester, Minnesota

Find your way with Pilgrim Paths Navigo App

You need never worry about being lost, since all Pilgrim Paths clients receive a coupon code for free access to our navigational smartphone app. Just download the app, open it to your route, and you’ll activate the GPS function of your smartphone, see a map of your route, and follow it to find your destination.

Please download Pilgrim app on your android or iPhone device. It’s Free

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