Today is the day. I arrive in Santiago later today on the 35th day of walking. It’s been approximately 800km across northern Spain and it’s about to come to an end. It’s made doubly exciting because Daphne has joined me and we will walk in together.
I’m not sure what to expect today, will the miles fly past, will the day go more slowly? What happens when we get to Santiago? One thing is for certain we will be stopping at the “1000 metre bar” to join some fellow pilgrims for a final bout of contemplation before we walk through the city gates and ultimately into the plaza.
I have to admit to being nervous about today and I haven’t really begun to process what has been achieved and the friendships made.
The last 4 days have been trying at times with all the new pilgrims, but I think that only reinforces how fortunate I have been to have had the time to walk the whole journey. The number of times I have said Buen Camino and wished people well for their journey.
Buen Camino
Tunworth to Santiago 
An amazing achievement and how wonderful you can share your triumphant entry into Santiago with Daphne. Savour every moment and take your time to enjoy these last precious moments on what has been a momentous journey for you and your fellow peregrinos. Well done 👍 you must be feeling so many emotions but hopefully the overriding one will be pride in your pilgrimage and joy at your achievement. Well done! Xx
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Buen Camino for the last time, Neil & Daphne.
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Amazing Neil. I hope the final day is extra special. What a fantastic journey.
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Hi Neil, what an achievement after 800 k across northern Spain. I do hope the final day goes well and lovely to have Daphne there with you. I expect it will be quite emotional and will leave you with many profound thoughts. Best wishes anyway from us both & we look forward to seeing you Sunday back in Tunworth.
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An amazing achievement and experience. Well done Neil ( and Daphne! ) We all look forward to hearing more about your journey on your return.
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Very well done Neil. Wow 800 km!! You have done so well. Buen Camino for the last time. Last day of your amazing journey. Have a nice couple of well deserved days rest with your wife. Take care.
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What an amazing achievement, Neil! Sounds like it has been such an emotional and memorable experience. Very well done.
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