Peaceful, ancient towns in Northern Spain punctuate the meandering pilgrim routes that wind through this atmospheric Spanish region. From the capital Madrid with its heady atmosphere right to the tomb of the apostle, St James, in Santiago de Compostela you’ll discover aspects of Spanish culture that are full of passion & warmth. Although this is a route well-travelled it remains untouched by the excesses that tourism has brought to other areas & offers visitors a taste of the real Spain.