- Arriving in Santiago de Compostela at the end of your trek and feeling the tremendous feeling of accomplishment among hundreds of other pilgrims
- Meeting lifelong friends along the way
- Passing through the remote towns and villages of Northern Spain along the historic route
- Learning the many historical nuances of the trail
- Enjoying a cocktail where Hemingway's characters did at The Cafe Iruña in Pamplona
- Taking in views of the majestic Pyrenees Mountains
- Enjoying the fabulous cuisine in Pamplona
- Photographing one of the Camino's favorite sights, the octagonal Eunate church
- Touring medieval churches and admiring the tremendous architecture
- Wine tasting at small local wineries in Porto
- Crossing the Pyrenees Mountains into Spain
- Wine tasting in the Najera vineyards, a region of Rioja winecountry
- Visiting the lively Saturday market in Sahagun and its signature red-brick churches
- Exploring the ancient Romanesque bridge of Puente la Reina
- Witnessing the stunning sunrise over the rolling hills of Galicia in Sarria
- Participating in a traditional pilgrim's mass at the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
- Sampling delicious local cheeses along the route
- Marveling at the intricate Gothic architecture of the Burgos Cathedral
- Immersing yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the bustling markets in Leon