OVERVIEW
Julian Dunham is married to Caroline and has four adult daughters. He is also an ordained Baptist minister who for the past fifteen years has been developing emerging leaders with Arrow Leadership in Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Indonesia, Ghana and Kenya. Julian has visited Spain six times and has done three Camino Frances walks & one Camino del Norte. He loves singing, trekking, and speaks intermediate Spanish.
For Julian, the Camino is a ‘thin space’. In the busyness of life, it can be hard to connect with God, to hear his voice, and to speak with him. On the Camino, there is abundant time to reflect, to ask questions, to put some things to rest, and to open up to new beginnings.
Julian led our 2025 Camino del Norte, and again hopes that on Camino our hearts will develop inward, upward, and outward. Reflecting on our inner world, who we are and what’s important to us. Deepening our relationship with God, who He is, what He thinks about us and what he calls us to. Strengthening our relationships with others, who can we bless and with whom might we need to set things right.
Some feedback from past travellers on Julian’s leadership:
“Really enjoyed the well prepared and meaningful devotions and appreciated the commitment to do devotions as and when opportunity arose depending on our program. – appreciated partaking of communion on the trail and service on Easter Sunday.” – Chamindra, VIC
Julian did really well as our guide. His language skills helped us a lot. He lead well in that he fostered a atmosphere of sharing and listening to each other. His time travelling Spain and inside knowledge was also very helpful along with inside facts and reflections.”
“Julian was a great tour leader, very relatable, down to earth, good sense of humour and led our devotions with heart and sensitivity.” – Barbara, NSW
“Julian did an amazing job and did an amazing job of keeping everyone organised and satisfied with the tour. His daily devotions were excellent – thought provoking and relevant for the section of the trip – great choice of leader.”
ITINERARY
HOTEL: Hotel Ganivet or similar, Madrid
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HOTEL: Hotel Alfonso IX or similar
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First stop at Barbadelo – visit the Romanesque Church of Santiago
Continue through Rente, Mercado da Serra, and Leiman, with beautiful rolling farmlands
Rest and lunch at Ferreiros or Miras, where you’ll find small cafés serving sandwiches, tortillas, and empanadas.
Continue walking, passing the 100 km marker, a photo-worthy milestone for pilgrims!
Enjoy quiet forest paths with dappled shade and gentle climbs in the afternoon.
Arrive at Portomarín, crossing the iconic bridge over the Miño River.
Climb the steps into the town centre and explore the relocated Church of San Nicolás, moved stone by stone when the old town was flooded for the reservoir. Assuming we get permission we will gather at the church to sing.
HOTEL: Hotel Villajardin or similar, Portomarin
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Continue through Hospital da Cruz and Ventas de Narón.
Stop for lunch at Ligonde or Eirexe—quaint villages with cafés offering traditional Galician fare.
Hotel: TBC, Palas de Rei
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Breakfast at your hotel in Palas de Rei. Begin your walk through charming Galician countryside—forests, small farms, and mossy stone walls. Pass through San Xulián do Camiño and O Coto, two peaceful hamlets with simple churches.
Stop at Leboreiro, a tiny village with a pretty 13th-century church and ancient pilgrim hospital ruins.
Cross the medieval Furelos Bridge before entering the outskirts of Melide.
Arrive in Melide, one of the most traditional Galician towns on the Camino.
Make sure you try pulpo a la gallega (Galician-style octopus) at a local pulpería—a famous specialty of the town, for either lunch or dinner.
Free time to explore the town or rest at the hotel this afternoon.
Optional visits: Church of Sancti Spiritus, Ethnographic Museum, or the bustling main square
HOTEL: Hotel TBC, Melide
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Stop for a coffee or juice at one of the roadside cafés popular with fellow pilgrims.
Continue through Castañeda, historically known for pilgrims depositing limestone to be used in the construction of the Santiago Cathedral.
Walk through shaded trails and across small bridges over gently flowing streams. Selah.
Arrive in Arzúa, a lively Camino town known for its creamy local cheese (queixo de Arzúa-Ulloa)
Lunch in town—try a cheese tasting or a pilgrim menu with soup, meat or fish, and dessert
In the afternoon an optional visit to the Church of La Magdalena, a former Augustinian monastery.
Free time to rest, explore local shops, or grab an afternoon café con leche.
Hotel: TBC, Arzua
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Remainder of the day is free with a special final dinner tonight.
HOTEL: Hotel San Lorenzo, Santiago de Compostela
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Selah is offering the optional extension to Finisterre (the "end of the earth") as a powerful continuation for pilgrims who want to go further in reflection and solitude.
Depart the city via the Rua de San Lourenzo and walk past the Sarela River valley—a peaceful, green area behind the city. Gradually climb into quiet woodlands with views back toward Santiago—your last glimpse of the cathedral spires. Pass Sarela de Abaxio, Moas, and Mar de Ovellas, remote Galician hamlets
Perhaps a stop for lunch or a snack in Alto do Vento or Carballo, where there are basic cafés and rest spots.
Cross the medieval Ponte Maceira, a beautiful stone bridge over the Tambre River—a highlight of the day!
The village of Ponte Maceira is one of the most picturesque on the entire Finisterre route.
Final gentle ascent through quiet paths and eucalyptus groves before reaching Negreira, a larger town with a strong pilgrim welcome.
Optional visit: Pazo de Cotón, a historic manor house in the centre of town.
HOTEL: TBC, Negreira
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Enjoy views of the Xallas River valley and the countryside, dotted with granaries and stone walls.
Lunch break in Santa Mariña or Bon Xesús—small cafés or rest areas available depending on the season.
Cross rural paths and open plateaus with stunning sky views—on a clear day, you can feel the world opening up.
Arrive in Olveiroa, a tiny stone village that feels timeless. Optional: Visit the old washing fountain, granaries (hórreos), and church of Santiago.
HOTEL: TBC, Olveiroa
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Quiet, remote paths through nature—ideal for silence, prayer, and solitude with few villages or facilities, so pack water and snacks.
Reach Dumbría—a good rest spot with a café and the chance to refill supplies.
Continue on through Senande and Vilastose, with shaded trails and stretches of open land; enjoy first glimpses of the Atlantic Ocean as you get closer to the coast!
Final stretch takes you through Moraime with its old Romanesque monastery.
Arrive in Muxía, a peaceful fishing town by the sea, less touristy than Finisterre.
There will be an optional visit to the Santuario da Virxe da Barca, perched on the rocky shore—deeply moving place of reflection and prayer.
Hotel: TBC, Muxia
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Few villages or services—carry water and snacks for longer stretches.
Pass through Lires, a good place to rest and recharge at the halfway point.
Continue walking with glimpses of the Atlantic on your right as you move toward the final cape.
Final kilometres bring you back to the sea, with fresh coastal air and ocean views welcoming you to the edge of the world.
Arrive in Finisterre (Fisterra), the westernmost point of the Camino.
Optional final walk (2.5 km) to the Faro de Finisterre (lighthouse) and the 0.0 km marker—a powerful closing ritual for many pilgrims. Bring a small stone or token to leave as a symbol of release.
Sunset at the cape is an unforgettable experience, if timing allows.
HOTEL: TBC, Finisterre
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HOTEL: TBC, Finisterre
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Selah can assist you with transport (rail, bus or flight) to Madrid/Barcelona or beyond. Note: Accommodation on Easter Sunday will be heavily booked.
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Highlights
- Madrid
- Walk the Camino de Santiago from Sarria to Santiago (approx 115 kms)
- Option to continue walking another 116kms to Finisterre over 6 days
- Enjoy the great outdoors mixing and meeting intentionally with others
- Pilgrims Mass in Santiago and see the relic of the apostle James
- No albergues, hotel stays in every place
TOUR INCLUDES
Travel with
like-minded people
Christian
Tour Leaders
Option of land
only package
Option of upgrading
to single room
Meals
Sights and entry
fees listed
OUR PRICING
| Category | Description | Twin PP | Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full tour Camino + Finisterre | $6,150.00 | $7,480,00 | |
| Camino walk only | Madrid to Santiago | $4,280.00 | $5,209.00 |
| Local payment | Please give this to the tour leader at the start of the tour | EUR50 | EUR50 |
Prices are in NZ Dollars.
Price is based on a minimum of 15 passengers. for the Madrid to Santiago portion, and a minimum of 10 passengers for the Finisterre optional extension.
Space is still available.
