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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260221
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SUMMARY:2-day Round Gozo Challenge THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED
DESCRIPTION:This event is now fully booked \nThe “2-Day Round Gozo Challenge” is a 53-kilometre hiking event designed for individuals preparing for overseas hiking expeditions such as the Camino\, or those looking to reconnect with fellow hiking enthusiasts\, or simply those who wish to disconnect from the daily hustle and bustle. This challenge offers a unique opportunity to traverse Gozo’s diverse coastal landscapes\, including harbours\, defensive structures\, cliffs\, beaches\, hills\, and valleys. It serves as excellent training for future long-distance walks\, fosters camaraderie\, and allows participants to experience the historical and natural beauty of Gozo. \n\n\n\nThe event is carefully planned to cover the circumference of Gozo over two days in a safe manner. The journey commences at 08:30 a.m. on 21st February 2026 from Mgarr Harbour\, with the initial leg of the walk proceeding towards Hondoq ir-Rummien. The first day’s trek concludes in Marsalforn. XirCammini will arrange one night’s accommodation on a twin-sharing bed and breakfast (B&B) basis for participants. On the second day\, the walk resumes from Marsalforn\, continuing back to Mgarr\, always along Gozo’s scenic coast\, with participants returning to Malta in the evening of 22nd February 2026. \n\n\n\nEvent Details and Logistics\n\n\n\nThe challenge is structured to provide a comprehensive experience of Gozo’s coastal paths. The total distance covered is approximately 53 kilometres\, making it a significant physical undertaking suitable for those with some hiking experience or a desire to build endurance. The route is carefully selected to showcase the island’s varied topography and scenic vistas. Participants are advised to prepare adequately for a multi-day hike (including appropriate footwear\, clothing\, and personal supplies). While accommodation is provided for one night\, participants are responsible for their gear and any additional food or drink beyond the B&B arrangement. The event’s focus on training and camaraderie makes it an ideal choice for both seasoned hikers and those looking to push their limits in a supportive group environment. \n\n\n\nPrice | Deposit\n\n\n\nApplicants will receive an invoice with the price payable in two instalments (deposit and balance) with dates indicated on the invoice. The price of this trip includes the participation fee\, local (Gozo) transport and/or daily baggage transfers (as applicable)\, and accommodation on a shared\, twin-room B&B basis (single supplement can be quoted if requested). Price also includes extensive\, local training and a trek leader. Price: €75. (Non-refundable deposit: €25) (20260221R\, Level: Mod) Meeting Place: Mgarr Harbour\, Gozo (https://maps.app.goo.gl/2P76XReorJjbyq5y8) \nThis event is now fully booked
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/2-day-round-gozo-challenge-registration-required/
LOCATION:Mgarr Harbour\, Gozo\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Day Event (Local),Local Event,Trekking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTSTAMP:20251125T183402Z
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SUMMARY:Caminho de Fatima (registration required)
DESCRIPTION:Caminho de Fátima: A Pilgrimage Along the Tagus\n\n\n\nPlease follow this link to register for the event. \nTwo testimonies from previous pilgrims on this Camino with XirCammini:  \n\nhttps://xircammini.org/news/caminho-de-fatima-ruta-de-tejo/\nhttps://xircammini.org/news/caminho-de-fatima-ruta-de-tejo-2/ \n\nEmbark on a profound spiritual journey along the Caminho de Fátima\, a revered Marian pilgrimage route in Portugal that draws millions annually. This particular path\, known as the Caminho do Tejo\, traces the majestic Tagus River (Rio Tejo) from the historic Cathedral Sé in Lisbon to the sacred Cova da Iria in Fátima. Pilgrims will experience the diverse Portuguese landscape\, traversing challenging uphill climbs and serene descents into the valleys of the Aire and Candeiros Mountains\, with the intermittent companionship of the Rio Tejo. \n\n\n\nThe Rio Tejo\, a vital artery of the Iberian Peninsula\, originates at Fuente García\, at an elevation of less than 1\,600 meters above sea level\, and finally flows into the Atlantic Ocean. The Tejo River plains are renowned for their exceptional red wines\, with the Tejo region holding the distinction of being Portugal’s oldest wine-producing region. This Caminho de Fátima offers more than just a spiritual quest; it provides an opportunity to explore the vibrant city of Lisbon on the afternoon of arrival and to savour the rich flavours of typical Portuguese cuisine and renowned wines throughout the journey. \n\n\n\nThe Cova da Iria\, a tranquil basin nestled in the central region of Portugal\, specifically in the Santarém district\, holds profound significance as the site of the Marian apparitions of Our Lady of Fátima. It was here\, between May and October of 1917\, that the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to three young shepherd children: Lúcia dos Santos\, Francisco Marto\, and Jacinta Marto. During these apparitions\, Mary identified herself as the “Lady of the Rosary” and imparted messages to the children. These messages included what became known as the “three secrets of Fátima.” The last secret is especially relevant today and talks about the consecration of Russia to her as a means to achieve world peace and prevent further global calamity. \n \n\n\n\nFlight details\n\n\n\nFlights:  \nMalta – Lisbon: 9th February 2026: FR9654 14:15 to 16:25. Indicative basic price as at 25th Nov: 43 \nLisbon Malta: 16th February 2026: FR9655 17:05 to 21:15. Indicative basic price as at 25th Nov: 35. \n\n\n\nPrice | Deposit\n\n\n\nApplicants will receive an invoice with the price payable in two instalments (deposit and balance) with dates indicated on the invoice. The price of this trip covers local transport and daily baggage transfers in Portugal and accommodation on a shared\, twin-room B&B basis (single supplement can be quoted if requested). The price also includes extensive\, local training\, an information session\, and a trek leader but excludes the flight. \n\n\n\nPrice: €745. (Non-refundable deposit: €245) \n\n(20260207R\, Level: Easy / Mod) Meeting Place: 2 hours before flight at the airport \nPlease follow this link to register for the event.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/caminho-do-fatima-registration-required/
LOCATION:Airport\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260125
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SUMMARY:Sancti Pauli 60 AD (registrations closed)
DESCRIPTION:Embark on the Peregrinatio Sancti Pauli: A 25km Journey of Faith and Friendship!\n\n\n\nAre you preparing for the spiritual challenge of a Camino pilgrimage\, or perhaps yearning to reconnect with cherished Camino companions from past adventures? Look no further! We invite you to join us for the Peregrinatio Sancti Pauli\, a captivating 1-day\, 25-kilometre walk designed to inspire and invigorate your spirit. This unique pilgrimage offers a fantastic opportunity to train for future long-distance walks\, rekindle friendships\, and experience the beauty of Malta’s historical and natural landscapes. \nRegistrations closed \n\n\n\nEvent Details and Logistics\n\n\n\nOur journey begins promptly at 07:30 a.m. with a coach departure from the meeting point alongside the Domus Romana in Rabat\, directly opposite the Rabat Cemetery (https://maps.app.goo.gl/M6KPXyJz6ujyoGFe7). We highly recommend arriving earlier to secure parking for your vehicle and to ensure a timely departure. \n\n\n\nThe Pilgrimage Route\n\n\n\nFrom our starting point\, transport will take us to Selmun\, where our Camino commences\, tracing the footsteps of the Great Apostle. The Peregrinatio Sancti Pauli will lead us through a diverse and historically rich route\, encompassing: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSt. Paul’s Islands: Offering serene coastal views and a sense of historical or legendary significance.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nXemxija and St Paul’s Bay: A picturesque mini-pilgrim trail known for its natural beauty and a vibrant coastal town.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSalini: From Paleo-Christian catacombs to salt pans\, reflecting an area rich in history and natural beauty.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBurmarrad: A charming valley.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSan Pawl Milqi: An important archaeological site with early Christian connections.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur journey will then continue through the serene Wied Qanotta\, culminating in the historic towns of Mdina and Rabat\, where we will conclude our pilgrimage. This carefully curated route promises a blend of natural beauty\, historical intrigue\, and a profound sense of accomplishment. \n\n\n\nPrice | Deposit\nApplicants will receive an invoice Price: (a.) €20 for registration/participation and local transport. Or (b.) €15 excluding transport. (20260124R\, Level: Mod) Meeting Place: Selmun Castle (https://maps.app.goo.gl/V22LH7wF2GsDRNH67) \nRegistrations closed
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/sancti-pauli-60-ad-registration-required/
LOCATION:Selmun Castle\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Day Event (Local),Local Event,Trekking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251117
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SUMMARY:Melita Mariana
DESCRIPTION:Melita Mariana  | P336 | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Tas Silg Marsaxlokk | 2 days in Malta\, 1 day in Gozo \nTraining for a Camino? Or re-uniting with Camino buddies from a previous walk? Why don’t you join us on the 3-day Melitae Mariana? Journey over land and sea in Malta and Gozo from the Southeast Punic harbour of Marsaxlokk (starting at tas-Silg) to the Northwest village of Gharb (ending at Santwarju ta’ Pinu) on this 3-day Marian Camino. \nThe route commences in Marsaxlokk (Tas-Silg Sanctuary or Pompei Parish church) and continues\, over 2 days\, through Rabat and Mdina to the Sanctuary of Our Lady in Mellieha\, visiting various Marian devotions throughout the ages in Malta. On the 3rd day pilgrims walk from Ghajnsielem (Our Lady of Loreto and Our Lady of Lourdes\, through Qala (Immaculate Conception)\, the Citadel (Santa Maria) towards Ta Pinu Sanctuary in the limits of Gharb. \nWe will park our cars in Mellieha and transport will take us to tas-Silg to commence the Melitae Mariana Camino. \nInterested? Please follow this links to register. Please choose the option below to register: \n\n3-day Camino (Fri – Sun) link: Includes (a.) transport from Mellieha to tas-Silg (b.) 1 night accommodation (14th to 15h November) in Rabat with dinner and breakfast. (we walk to our cars once in Mellieha). (c.) transport in Gozo from Ta’ Pinu Sanctuary back to Mgarr Harbour. (Note: We are not including accommodation between 15th and 15th November before departing to Gozo). Cost: € 75 for twin-sharing basis accommodation and € 90 for single supplement.\n2-Day | Malta Segment only (Fri – Sat) Link: (a.) transport from Mellieha to tas-Silg (b.) 1 night accommodation (5th and 6th April) in Rabat with dinner and breakfast. (we walk to our cars once in Mellieha). Cost: € 65 for twin-sharing basis accommodation and € 80 for single supplement.\n1-Day Camino | Gozo Segment link: € 10 per person\, covering transport back to Cirkewwa or € 5 per person without transport.\n\nAll options include a Credencial\, testimonium and camino leaders. \nPlease \n\ninclude a note in the “Comments tab” if the registration form for single supplement or twin sharing.\nIf you are applying for more then one person please include the name\, surname and mobile number of additional persons being registered in the “Comments” tab of the registration form.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/melitae-mariana-nov/
LOCATION:Tas Silg Marsaxlokk\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Melitæ Mariana,Trekking
ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20251108T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20251108T160000
DTSTAMP:20251104T124655Z
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SUMMARY:Full Day Comino | THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY SUBSCRIBED
DESCRIPTION:Full Day Comino | P368 | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Cirkewwa CarPark | Full Day Comino THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY SUBSCRIBED \nWe will meet in Cirkewwa car park (near the kiosk (https://maps.app.goo.gl/f747ccSvvoJUvA9bA). \nDeparting from Malta to Comino at 08:00 a.m. we will walk the perimeter of the island stopping next to the chapel\, a cave with a pool\, Sta Maria Battery and Sta Maria Tower. \nA contribution of €14 per person (to cover boat transport snd general admin costs) is requested to reserve your place. The contribution is only refundable if the event is cancelled (e.g. due to inclement weather). \nInterested? Please follow this link to complete the application and pay. Thank you.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/full-day-comino-3/
LOCATION:Cirkewwa CarPark\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Weekend Walk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251102
DTSTAMP:20250701T142813Z
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SUMMARY:Cammino di San Giacomo in Sicilia | 2nd segment of Camino Maltes
DESCRIPTION:The Cammino di San Giacomo in Sicilia is the 2nd segment of the Camino Maltés de Santiago de Compostela and takes us from Caltagirone (Citta’ Jacopea to Sanctuary of St. James in Capizzi). \nFlight Details\nWe fly to Sicily on 25th October 2025 and transfer from the airport to Caltagirone\, a World Heritage city. Flights are to be purchased separately by the persons joining this Camino. They are not covered in the contribution below. \n\nOctober 25th: FR367 12:05 – 12:50 Malta – Catania\nNovember 1st FR396 13:35 – 14:25 Catania – Malta\n\nTo register\, please follow this link and pay the deposit of Euros 275 \nCaltagitone | Citta Jacopea\n   \nCaltagirone is the Citta Jacopea and the start of the Cammino di San Giacomo in Sicilia. Etymologically\, the name Caltagirone is derived from Arabic qalʿat al-jirār (قلعة الجرار) meaning \,castle of pottery jars’ underlining how far back the pottery tradition goes in this town. Numerous archaeological finds date back to the 2nd millennium BC. In 1030 Arabs built a castle in Caltagirone to fend off attacks by the Byzantine general George Maniakes accompanied by Ligurian allies.  Traces of Ligurian language still exist in the local dialect. \nThe main attractions of the city are the 142-step monumental Staircase of Santa Maria del Monte\, built from 1608 in the old part of the town and the Church of St James the Elder. \nWe will commence the Camino di San Giacomo from the church of St. James and our itinerary over the following days is as follows: \nDay 1 of walking: Caltagirone – San Michele Ganzaria – Mirabella Mbaccari. Distance: 19km with approximate altitude differences of + 260 m/ – 300 m. Level: Easy to Moderate. \nDay 2 of walking: Mirabella Mbaccari – Piazza Armerina. Distance: 21km with approximate altitude differences of + 500 m/ – 300 m. Level: Moderate. \nDay 3 of walking: Piazza Armerina – Valguarnera Caro Pepe. Distance: 19km with approximate altitude differences of + 300 m/ – 380 m. Level: Easy to Moderate. \nDay 4 of walking: Valguarnera – Assoro. Distance: 25km with approximate altitude differences of + 980 m/ – 680 m. Level: Moderate to Difficult (because of ascent). \nDay 5 of walking: Assoro – Nissoria – Nicosia. Distance: 25km with approximate altitude differences of + 630 m/ – 680 m. Level: Moderate. \nDay 6 of walking: Nicosia – Capizzi. Distance: 17km with approximate altitude differences of + 680 m/ – 330 m. Level: Easy to Moderate. \n  \nCapizzi | Sanctuary of St James\nIn Capizzi we are now in the Province of Messina and close to Cerami\, the site of the famous Norman Battle against the Arabs with the legend of St George as the Matamoros assisting the greatly outnumbered Normans to victory. Both Ptolemy and Cicero mention Capitum\, Capizzi precursor and it appears that the town had considerable importance during Hellenistic and Roman times together with Haluntium (present-day San Marco d’ Alunzio). \nCapizzi is renown for the Sanctuary of St James the Elder and for the feast of the Saint every year in July. The statue of St. James the Elder is carried on the shoulders by the Capitini making stops in the various churches. During the procession the  “Wall of Miracles” is demolished. We’ll learn of the Legends surrounding the “Wall of Miracles” during our Cammino. \nThe contribution for this event is Euros 675 per person and includes hotel / B&B (twin sharing basis) accommodation mostly on bed and breakfast basis and daily deli\, cheese\, wine and fruit as hiking lunches during trekking (served from the assistance van)\, assistance van with us throughout\, airport (coach) transfers\, daily coach and baggage transfers during our 7-day stay and a Pilgrim Kit (with Credencial\, Cammino-Patch\, tee-shirt and Testimonium) and assistance car during our trekking. The cost does not include flights. \nPrices are based on twin-sharing. If you are interested in single-supplement please request and we’ll check availability and price. In certain places\, the cost difference is significant. \nWe can accommodate up to a maximum of 20 persons. \nTo register please follow this link and pay the deposit of Euros 275. \n 
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/6488/
LOCATION:Sicily\, Italy\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250827T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250827T210000
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SUMMARY:WedWalk: Zebbiegh Loop
DESCRIPTION:Enjoying Summer Sunsets: Scenic WedWalk | Zebbiegh Loop\n\n\nOur #WedWalk series continues in summer. #XirCammini is heading west again this August for a loop walk starting from Zebbiegh. \n\nWe meet opposite Temi Bus stop and Farmers Bar (https://maps.app.goo.gl/QjrrCVbf9TbcFSps8) for a 19:00 departure. \nJohn Darmanin will lead this walk. \nPlease wear sensible walking shoes\, bring drinking water\, anda light since daylight timings are now becoming shorter.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/wedwalk-zebbiegh-loop/
LOCATION:Opposite Temi bus stop\, Zebbiegh\, Zebbiegh\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Wednesday Walk PM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250820T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250820T210000
DTSTAMP:20250809T140927Z
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SUMMARY:WedWalk Birguma Heights
DESCRIPTION:Enjoying Summer Sunsets: Scenic WedWalk | Birguma Heights\n\n\nOur #WedWalk series continues in summer. #XirCammini is heading west this August for a loop walk starting from Birguma Heights. \n\nWe meet at the Burguma roundabout (https://maps.app.goo.gl/QjrrCVbf9TbcFSps8) for a 19:00 departure. \nJohn Darmanin will lead this walk. \nPlease wear sensible walking shoes\, bring drinking water\, anda light since daylight timings are now becoming shorter. \n 
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/wedwalk-birguma-heights/
LOCATION:Birguma roundabout\, Birguma\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Wednesday Walk PM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250729T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250804T170000
DTSTAMP:20250217T115944Z
CREATED:20250217T113626Z
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SUMMARY:St Margaret's Way\, Scotland | Jul - Aug 2025
DESCRIPTION:From the 29th Jul to the 4th of August we will again be walking the St. Margaret’s Way in Scotland. This historic Camino is from the Roman Catholic Cathedral in Edinburgh\, though South Queensferry and Scotland’s idyllic east coast to St. Andrews. \nThe medieval pilgrimage route from Edinburgh to St. Andrews is known as St. Margaret’s Way because Saint Queen Margaret of Scotland (1045 – 1093) initiated the ferry across the River Forth to assist pilgrims travelling this route from Edinburgh to St. Andrews. During her lifetime she also built various monasteries\, churches and pilgrim albergues. We will also have the opportunity to visit her tomb in Dunfermline. \nInterested? please follow this link to register. \n  \nItinerary\n\nTue 29th July\, we arrive at Glasgow Airport and transfer by coach to our accommodation.\n30th Jul: We leave accommodation at 08:00 a.m. to reach Edinburgh Cathedral for a 09:30 start of the St Margaret Camino. The route from the Cathedral to South Queensferry will pass via/past Crammond Beach\, Dalmany House and Barnbougle Castle\, keeping Crammond Island on our right . The total walk should be + – 12 miles (20 km). So\, leaving at 10:00 from the Cathedral\, and maintaining our usual average pace (including breaks) we should be able to reach South Queensferry by/before 16:00. That would be a good time to stop and also eat in South Queensferry. Transfer back to our accommodation\n31st Jul : From South Queensferry\, we’ll walk to Burntisland and celebrate mass at the end of walk in St. Joseph’s church\, Burnt Island. This will again be + – 12 miles (20 km) walk. So if we start this by 10:00\, we should be in Burntisland by 16:00. Mass at St. Joseph’s can be at + – 16:30. Then I can arrange for transport to collect us from Burntisland at 17:30 to take us back to our accommodation Dunfermline (+ – 30 mins). Free evening in Dunfermline for dinner.\n1st Aug: Coach trip from Dunfermline to Kinghorn is < 30 mins. We’ll walk from Kinghorn to Dysart (approx 11 miles or 18km). We’ll celebrate mass at Carmelite Monastery in Dysart (the coach would then collect us from there and take us back to Dunfermline). We can probably manage mass at 16:00 at the Carmelite monastery and the coach collects us at 17:00 to take us back to Dunfermline.\n2nd Aug: Coach trip from Dunfermline to Leven is < 30 mins. We’ll walk from Leven to Earlsferry (+ – 10 miles or 16km). If we start at or before 10:00 at Leven then we can also ask the coach to collect us at 16:30 from Earlsferry and we book mass at 18:30 in Dunfermline (St. Margaret’s Memorial Church). This allows us time to travel to Dunfermline and freshen up before mass.\n3rd Aug: Coach trip from Dunfermline to Crail. We walk from Crail to St. Andrews (+ – 10 miles or 16km). So\, if we start at 10:00 from Crail\, we should be able to reach St. Andrews by/before 15:00. This allows the group to visit the ruins of St. Andrews\, the university grounds / beach area and eat something. Then we can have mass at 17:30 and the coach takes us back Dunfermline at 18:15.\n4th Aug: After breakfast we check out and the coach drops us off for a couple of hours on the Royal Mile Edinburgh and after that we proceed to the airport for our return to Malta via Edinburgh Airport\n\n \nFlights\nThese are the suggested flights (flights are not included in the price): \n\n29th July Malta – Glasgow 14:50 – 17:45 FR3744\nEdinburgh – Malta 4th August 16:10 – 21:00 FR6695\n\n \nContribution\, deposit and what it covers\nThe contribution per person will be Eur 995 in twin room/ ensuite sharing on bed and breakfast basis\, including airport and daily coach transfers in Scotland. \nNon-refundable deposit: Eur 295 per person. \nInterested? please follow this link to register. \n  \n 
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/st-margarets-way-scotland-jul-aug-2025/
LOCATION:Scotland\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTSTAMP:20250415T121854Z
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SUMMARY:Canterbury Camino\, UK
DESCRIPTION:Canterbury Camino\, UK | P357 | Level: Mod | We meet at the airport 2hrs before the flight | A Camino from Rochester to Canterbury \nFollow this link to register. \n“At nyght were come into that hostelrye Wei nyne and twenty in a compaignye\, Of sondry folk\, by aventure yfalle In felaweshipe; and pilgrimes were they alle\, That toward Caunterbury wolden ryde.” G. Chaucer\, Canterbury Tales. \nThis Camino is from the historic\, Norman town of Rochester (with the pilgrim steps of William of Perth) and continues to Canterbury Cathedral in the footsteps of medieval pilgrims reminiscent of the pilgrims in Chaucer’s tales. \nSuggested Flight\nKM Malta Airlines Mata – Gatwick – Malta 21st – 27th July 2025 \n \nDaily Itinerary\n\nDay 1: 21st July | Arrival at Gatwick (10:55 on KM malta airlines) and travel to / check-in at Rochester accommodation.\nDay 2: 22nd July | Day 1 of walking | Rochester to Thurnham | 19km.\nDay 3: 23rd July | Day 2 of Walking | Thurnham to Lenham | 13km.\nDay 4: 24th July | Day 3 of Walking | Lenham to Chilham | 24km.\nDay 5: 25th July | Day 4 of Walking | Chilham to Canterbury | 11.5km.\nDay 6: 26th July: Day of rest in Canterbury\nDay 7: 27th July Return to Gatwick (11:55 flight)\n\n  \nContribution\, deposit and what it covers\nThe contribution per person is Euros 975 and includes airport transfers (in UK)\, daily baggage transfer\, daily accommodation in twin-room sharing/ensuite\, teeshirt\, local training and services of a group leader. The contribution excludes flights\, lunches and dinners. \nThe deposit is Euros 275 per person. \nFollow this link to register. \n \n \n 
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/canterbury-camino-uk/
LOCATION:United Kingdom\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250605
DTSTAMP:20241031T143732Z
CREATED:20240924T102753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T143732Z
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SUMMARY:Caminho de Fátima (Rota de Rio Tejo)
DESCRIPTION:Caminho de Fátima | P347 | Level:Mod | We meet at the airport 2hrs before the flight | Caminho de Fátima (Rota de Rio Tejo)\nThis event is open to all registered XirCammini members and also to affiliated members (i.e. registered members with Ramblers Association of Malta and the Malta Geographical Society). \nFátima is one of the greatest Marian devotions in Europe attracting millions of pilgrims each year. We will walk this Camino (Caminho in Portuguese) along the Tagus River (Rio Tejo) from the Cathedral Sé in Lisbon to the Cova de Iria\, Fátima. Walking uphill or descending into the valleys of the Aire and Candeeiros Mountains\, Rio Tejo will accompany us all the way. \nRio Teju originates in Fuente Garcia (< 1\,600m above sea level) and crosses several territories in Spain and Portugal\, most notably cutting across these cities until reaching the sea: Aranjuez\, Toledo\, and Talavera de la Reina in Spain and Abrantes\, Santarém\, and Lisbon in Portugal. The Teju river plains are also renowned for excellent red wine\, the Tejo region being the oldest wine producing region in Portugal. \n  \nOn this Caminho de Fátima we will also have the opportunity to visit Lisbon on the afternoon of our arrival and also sample typical Portuguese food and wine along the Caminho. \nCova de Iria is in the region of Santarem in the central region of Portugal. Our Lady of Fátima is the title given to the Blessed Virgin Mary when she appeared before three shepherd children between May and October in 1917 in Cova de Iria\, Fátima. She spoke to them on the 13th of each month and identified Herself to them as the Lady of the Rosary. From these apparitions\, the children recounted the “three secrets of Fátima”\, The three secrets of Fatima were/are: A vision of Hell; a prediction of the end of World War I and a prediction of the beginning of a worse war (understood as World War II). Of greater significance today\, the Blessed Virgin Mary also called for the consecration of Russia to the Immaculate Heart of Mary as a way to bring peace. \n  \nInterested? Please book by following this link. The deposit on booking is €195. \nFlights:\n\n28th May: Malta – Lisbon FR9654 leaving Malta at 08:50 and arriving in Lisbon at 11:20\n4th June: Lisbon – Malta FR9655 leaving Lisbon at 11:45 and arriving in Malta at 15:50\n\nNote: XirCammini is a membership-based camino/hiking association and not a travel agency. Flights would need to be booked individually by participants. \nItinerary | Route\n\n28th May: Malta – Lisbon (suggested flights above)\n29th May: Lisbon – Póvoa de Santa Iria < 25 km\n30th May: Póvoa de Santa Iria – Vila Franca de Xira < 28 km\n31st May: Vila Franca de Xira – Azambuja <20 km)\n1st June: Azambuja – Santarem + – 32 km\n2nd June: Santarem – Amiais de Baixo < 26 km\n3rd June: Amiais de Baixo – Fatima < 25 km. (Coach transfer back to Lisbon with an afternoon visit to Tomar\, Citadel of the Knights Templar)\n4th June: Return flight from Lisbon to Malta (suggested flights above)\n\nCost | Registration\nThe total contribution is of €695 excludes flights but covers \n\nlocal (Portugal) transport from / to airport and first / final accommodation\nafternoon excursion in Lisbon on arrival\nVisit to the Templar Citadel of the Knights in Tomar.\ndaily baggage transfers\ndaily accommodation on twin sharing basis including breakfast\nlocal training\n\nInterested? Please book by following this link. The deposit on booking is €195.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/fatima/
LOCATION:We meet at the airport 2hrs before the flight\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250506
DTSTAMP:20250116T214607Z
CREATED:20240924T102747Z
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SUMMARY:Cammino di San Antioco (Sardegna)
DESCRIPTION:Cammino di San Antioco (Sardegna) | P338 | Level: Mod | We meet at the airport 2hrs before the flight | Cammino di San Antioco (Sardegna) \nXirCammini is a membership-based\, not-for-profits\, non-denominational and non-sectarian association open to all who support its aims\, primarily focused on generating interest in heritage\, faith\, cultural and/or green tourism. We are registered with the Office of the Commissioner for Voluntary Organisations. More information about XirCammini is available on our website: https://xircammini.org/ \nXirCammini is neither a travel agency nor tour operator. We offer these overseas hiking experiences to XirCammini members and members of similar/affiliated hiking organisations in conjunction with licensed tourism entities and/or not-for-profit hiking organisations with whom we collaborate. \nWe are pleased to offer the Cammino di San Antioco in Sardegna. Interested? \n\nRead this brochure for more info: Information Pack\nOr follow this link to apply: Registration form.\n\nWhen you complete the registration form and proceed to “check-out” you will be asked to complete some simple details (i.e. name\, surname\, email address and mobile number) and you will not be asked to pay at check-out. You would subsequently receive an order form (with your reference number) and IBAN details to settle the deposit due. Please pay only the deposit (i.e. Euros 175 for twin sharing applicants and Euros 240 for single supplement applicants). Please note that deposits would be used to secure reservations and would be non-refundable. Thank you. \n  \n 
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/cammino-di-san-antioco-sardegna-2/
LOCATION:We meet at the airport 2hrs before the flight\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTSTAMP:20250302T143552Z
CREATED:20250302T135120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250302T143552Z
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SUMMARY:Camino Maltés with Timea Szilagyi!
DESCRIPTION:Camino Maltes (36km walk) | Registration required) | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: To be advised \nOn 20th April 2025\, Timea will be embarking on the full Camino Maltés from Rabat\, Malta to Santiago de Compostela\, traversing Sicily\, Sardegna and Spain. \nTo give her a proper send off we are planning to walk the Malta segment with her from Rabat to Birgu on 20th April 2025. \nThe Camino Maltes from St. Paul’s Catacombs\, Rabat (close to where Don Juan Benegas de Cordoba lived) to Fort St Angelo\, Birgu (36km). \nPlease follow this link to register. Payment is non-refundable. \nThe Walk | Transport\nThe .gpx route for the walk are available here Camino Maltes (Malta segment) de Santiago de Compostela. One can also download an app for Camino Maltes for free from Google Store here. \nFor those who require transport please \nPlease park close to Cafe Riche\, Birgu (https://maps.app.goo.gl/HUNi1srh5AKzYQmT6) for a 07:00 a.m. departure by coach \nand all of us would proceed to Rabat to commence the Camino at 08:00 from St Paul’s Catacombs. \n\nCost including transport\, guidebook (with incorporated Universal Peace Walk Credencial)\, Camino Maltes Credencial and testimonium is Euros 15 per person.\nCost exluding transport but including guidebook (with incorporated Credencial)\, Camino Maltes Credencial and testimonium is Euros 10 per person.\nCost for transport only (excluding everything else) is Euros 5 per person.\nIf you wish to participate but do not require transport\, credencial\, testimonium etc. you can just turn up on the day at no cost.\n\nPlease follow this link to register. Payment is non-refundable.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/camino-maltes-with-timea-szilagyi/
LOCATION:Rabat\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250425
DTSTAMP:20241017T111756Z
CREATED:20240924T102744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T111756Z
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SUMMARY:Camino Muxia | Fisterra | Santiago
DESCRIPTION:Camino Fisterra and Muxia | | Level: Mod | We meet at the airport 2hrs before the flight | Muxia\, Fisterra\, Olivoreia\, Negriera Santiago \nThis Camino starts from KM0 (Muxia) and leads back to Santiago de Compostela on beaches\, cliffs\, countryside  pathways and some historic sites. It is approximately 120km long. \nPlease book by following this link. \n  \nThe Camino to Fisterra or Muxia is traditionally a continuation to “land’s end” after pilgrims would have reach Santiago de Compostela. In time\, the inverse route\, i.e. from Muxia or Fisterra\, established itself a Camino route ending in Santiago de Compostela. The route: \n\nMuxia to Fisterra. + – 30km\nFisterra to Cee. 15km\nCee to Olivoreia or Abeleiroas. + – 25km\nOlivorea/Abeleiroas to Negreira. + – 30km\nNegreira to Santiago de Compostela. + – 20km\n\nThis event is open only to XirCammini Members. This camino is also characterised by a number of ascents and therefore\, prior training is advised. It is also a very scenic camino\, combining coastal areas and bays\, cliffs\,  hills\, forests and historic urban areas. \n  \nThe total contribution covering (a.) local transport from / to airport and first / final accommodation (b.) daily baggage transfers (c.) daily accommodation on twin sharing basis including breakfast (d.) local training (e.) credencial and concha (f.) assistance with obtaining the Compostela is €695. This is marginally higher than usual because we are incorporating the local cost of transport from Porto Airport to Galicia and from Santiago back to Porto airport\, eliminating the need\, inconvenience\, related risks (and cost) of a connecting flight. \nFlight details: FR1509 17th April: Malta | Porto: 15:15 – 17:35 | 24th April FR1510 Porto | Malta: 18:00 – 22:50 \nInterested? Please book by following this link. The deposit on booking is €295.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/camino-fisterra-and-muxia/
LOCATION:We meet at the airport 2hrs before the flight\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250414
DTSTAMP:20250227T155806Z
CREATED:20250217T151700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T155806Z
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SUMMARY:Messina\, Tindari e Montalbano\, Sicily\, 11th - 13th April 2025
DESCRIPTION:A relaxing long weekend in Sicily where we hike and also walk back in time (in history) .. a bit of nature\, seaside/salt lakes\, greenery\, history\, archeology\, sanctuaries\, typical food and wine .. while enjoying each others’ company. \nInterested? Please complete this registration form and settle a non-refundable deposit of Eur195 (twin sharing) or Eur 260 (single supplement). \nItinerary & Accommodation\n\n11th April: Arrival\, transfer Messina where we visit (not necessarily in this order) the areas of Capo Peloro\, Ganzirri\, Torre Faro\, Pilone and a Fisherman village as well as Messina city centre and historic bell and clock tower (12.00 noon sound and movement of statue). We’ll check-in a comfortable city hotel and then have a free evening. Messina has its typical streetfood (facaccia and arancini pidoni etc.)\n12th April: After breakfast\, we’ll travel to Tindari to visit the archeological sites and the sanctuary and descend\, hiking the fox trail trek to the Marinello lakes.\n13th April (Palm Sunday): We check out aftet breakfast\, visit Montalbano Elicone with its historic castle\, followed by a trek in area of the vulcanetto do Monte Mojo.\n\nThe 2 nights accommodation will be in a city hotel on a bed inclusive of buffet breakfast basis. \nInformation\nMessina was a metropolis dating back to the Magna Graecia of 8BC and a very important harbour for the Greeks\, then known as Zancle. Similaro to other strategic port cities\, Messina over the ages saw several rulers including Romans\, Goths\, Normans\, Anguvenes and the Kingdom of Naples\, Aragonese Spanish\, French\, and the Bourbons until Italian unification in the 19th century. Regrettably much of the old city was destroyed by successive earthquakes over the years but there are still some historical gems – like the Norman Cathedral with its bell tower – that captures the attention of tourists at noon with the sound and movement in tandem with the bell chimes. Outside the city\, there are muscle farms\, fishermen villages and other natural areas to explore. \nTindari dates back to Greek and Roman settlements (Tyndaris or Tyndarion) that existed there long before the Sanctuary of the Black Madonna\, for which Tindari is now famous. In fact\, the earliest civilizations noted there dated back to around 400BC; the Bronze age similar to other civilizations in Naxos. Eventually it fell under Roman dominion but was later destroyed during the Arab rule in Sicily. Archaeological remains evidence an agora\, a theatre and an ancient basilica. \nThe Roman Catholic Sanctuary Basilica in Tindari has many legends. The church was first built in the 8th century and dedicated to Maria Santissima del Tindari. ” The statue of the Black Madonna\, of byzantine origins\, in the Basilica deemed miraculous by many believers. It was smuggled from Constantinople during the iconoclasm initiated by Emperor Leo III in the 8th and 9th centuries. A storm forced the ship carrying the Black Madonna made of cedar wood to dock at the port of Tindari\, where the crew safely stored their cargo in the local abbey. Today\, it is behind the altar with the inscription “nigro sum sed formosa” (I am black\, but beautiful). The Sanctuary Basilica of Our Lady of Tindari attracts several pilgrims every year. \nAlthough in the minds of many\, Montalbano is synonymous with the books or television series of Inspector Montalbano\, it is actually a town in the province of Messina  in a southwest direction of Nebrodi and Peloritani mountain range. Known as one of the Borghi più belli d’Italia\, it dates mainly back to King Frederick II but also has much older megaliths of Argimusco\, and the natural wood of Malabotta. \nMojo Alcantara\, within the province of Messina\, located between Palermo (150km) and Messina (50km). In the 17th century\, the verdant town of Mojo Alcantara grew on the dormant lava stream that 3\,000 years earlier traversed Alcantara\, reaching the coast at Capo Schiso’. We will be giking in the Vulcanetto area there. \nEarmarked Flights\n\nFriday 11th April 2025 KM640 from 06:00 to 06:40\nSunday 13th April 2025 KM643 from 23:50 to 00:35\n\nContribution and deposit\nThe contribution per person is of Eur495 and covers \n\n3 full days of trekking;\n2 nights of hotel accommodation including buffet breakfast (accommodation on twin-sharing basis);\nsnacks of salami\, cheese\, bread\, wine and fruit during the treks;\nminibus and driver that are with us for the entire trip from arrival in to departure from Catania airport;\n2 local\, licensed guides;\n1 lunch.\n\nFor single supplement the price increases to Eur 575 per person. \nThe price excludes flights and dinners \nInterested? Please complete this registration form and settle a non-refundable deposit of Eur195 (twin sharing) or Eur 260 (single supplement).
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/tindari-cammino-sicily-11th-13th-april-2025/
LOCATION:Sicily\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250407
DTSTAMP:20250304T101809Z
CREATED:20240922T185742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T101809Z
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SUMMARY:Melita Mariana Postponed to Nov 2025
DESCRIPTION:Due to insufficient demand for the April event\, we are postponing / merging it with the 14th- 16th November event. Interested persons are kindly requested to apply apply early (at least 4 weeks in advance) since we would then need to book accommodation\, transport\, logistics dinner etc. all of which require time. Please follow this link to register Melita Mariana in November: https://xircammini.org/event/melitae-mariana-nov/
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/melitae-mariana/
LOCATION:Tas Silg Marsaxlokk\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Melitæ Mariana,Trekking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250405
DTSTAMP:20241129T160405Z
CREATED:20240924T102737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T160405Z
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SUMMARY:Kosovo & Macedonia
DESCRIPTION:Kosovo | P329 | Level: Mod | We meet at the airport 2hrs before the flight | Vini | Nature | Cultural & Gastro-Hiking in Kosovo & Macedonia \nTo register for this trip please follow this Link (non-refundable deposit: Eur225) \n\nITINERARY\n\n\nWe arrive in Skopje on 28th March at 21:20\nDay 0: 28/03/2025 (Fri): We arrive in Skopje\, Macedonia at 21:20 and transfer to Brezovica\, for check in and overnight stay.\nDay 1: 29/03/2025 (Sat): After breakfast we check out / depart for Prevalla  where we hike Oshlak Mountain and transfer to Prizren. After lunch in Prizren we continue with a old town tour of Prizren (Sonte Bridge and Sinan Pasha Mosque) followed by free time in town before dinner [Coach transfer times: Brezovica – Prevalla 15km | Prevalla – Prizren: 25km]\nDay 2: 30/03/2025 (Sun): Breakfast at 09:00 and check out at 10:00.\n\nIn Rahovec and hike in vines and agricultural areas followed by\nlight lunch / snacks at a Wine Distillery in Rahovec\nFree evening for dinner in Gjakove [Coach transfer times: Prizren – Rahovec 32km | Rahovec – Gjakove: 25km]\n\n\nDay 3 31/03/2025 (Mon): Breakfast at 08:00 followed by a tour of the Grand Bazaar of Gjakove. After that we transfer to Deqan to visit the Deqani Orthodox Monastery (UNESCO HERITAGE SITE). After lunch we hike to the largest waterfall in the region and the Sleeping Beauty Vave followed by a circular walk in Radaci Village and we then transfer to Rugova.  [Coach transfer times: Gjakove – Decan – Radavc 50km | Radavc – Boge 40km]\nDay 4 1/04/2025 (Mon): Breakfast at 08:00 followed Hiking in Bjeshket e Nemuna National Park / Liginati Mountain lakes\, Hajla Mountain top and mountain villages\, hike around the lake and the grand canyon cave hike. We then return to the same hotel in Rugova for the 2nd night [Coach transfer times: Gjakove – Decan – Radavc 50km | Radavc – Boge 40km].\nDay 5: 02/04/2025 (Tue): Breakfast 08:00. Hiking in Miruisha Canyon and waterfalls\, Bear Sanctuary and Ulpiana Archeological Park. Transfer to in Pristhina in the evening for dinner. We will need 2 nights in Pristhina. (02 – 04/04/2025).\nDay 6: 03/04/2025 (Wed): Breakfast at 08:00. We walk up to and hike in Germia Park followed by lunch at one of the traditional restaurants in Germia. After lunch we return to Pristhina. Whoever wishes\, we can visit the Nena Teresa Cathedral and the Ethnography museum before dinner. Second night in the same hotel.\nDay 7: 04/04/2025 (Thurs): After breakfast we check out and travel to Macedonia. We have lunch at Matka Canyon and continue to Tetovo where we visit the Turkish Mosque and Hammam\, the Dervish Monastery and the Painted Mosque before continuing the airport.  We need to be at the airport at 19:00.\n\nCOST: The contribution per person including all local transport accommodation\, breakfasts and most lunches and dinners (as indicated in the itinerary above) and local trekking guides (but excluding the flight) is Eur 925 per person for this 7-day | 7 night adventure. \n  \nTo register for this trip please follow this Link (non-refundable deposit: Eur225) \nSuggested flights:
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/kosovo/
LOCATION:We meet at the airport 2hrs before the flight\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250423T050000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250423T050000
DTSTAMP:20250320T080203Z
CREATED:20250320T080006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T080203Z
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SUMMARY:Mixja ta San Girgor | Universal Peace Walk 1543AD
DESCRIPTION:Although the original feast date of St. Gregory and therefore the official pilgrimage date of the Universal Peace Walk from Mdina to Zejtun was the 12th of March\, these changed over the years\, and the pilgrimage is now held on Wednesday after Easter. \nLike last year\, XirCammini will again be supporting KULTURA (the Directorate of Culture) in organising this walk on Wednesday follow Easter\, arriving in Zejtun in time to join the festivities in the piazza next to the church of St Gregory. \nMore information about the history of the walk is available here. \nThis year the walk is on Wednesday\, 23rd April 2025 and we will commence the walk from Mdina square at 05:45 a.m. sharp. For those requiring transport we leave Zejtun (near San Girgor Church) at 05:00  \nKultura would be covering the cost of transport and will be providing certificates for the event. Therefore\, the event is free of charge for whoever wishes to participate. For those who would like to have a Credencial (Eur2) and/or printed guidebook (Eur10)\, these can be purchased on the day from XirCammini members. However\, the same information of the guidebook is available for free on the website here. \nThose intending to join the walk are kindly requested to register for the event by completing this form since we need to prepare the participation certificates beforehand and also book transport. Thank you: \nEvent Registration Form: Please complete the form below to take part: \nRegistration form to participate in the walk. Please complete 1 form per person who intends to joim the walk.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.		\n			Name / Agreement\n			\n		\n		Name *FirstLastEmail *Mobile / WhatsAppGDPR Agreement *I consent to having this website store my submitted information so they can respond to my inquiry.TransportI need transport at 05:00 a.m. in San Girgor\, Zejtun to take me to Mdina (I'll park in Zejtun)I do not need transport. I meet you Mdina Square at 05:45 for the walk.Submit   \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/mixja-ta-san-girgor-universal-peace-walk-1543ad/
LOCATION:Mdina Cathedral Square\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250212T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250212T210000
DTSTAMP:20241015T094558Z
CREATED:20240921T214935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T094558Z
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SUMMARY:Dingli | Laferla Cross Loop
DESCRIPTION:Dingli | Laferla Cross Loop | P318 | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Tinda Buskett | Buskett Tinda/Dingli cliffs/Gebel Ciantar/ Laferla cross
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/laferlacross/
LOCATION:Tinda Buskett\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Wednesday Walk PM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250208T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250208T170000
DTSTAMP:20241015T092312Z
CREATED:20240921T214935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T092312Z
UID:5641-1739023200-1739034000@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Siggiewi Bronze Age Grain Silos loop
DESCRIPTION:Siggiewi Bronze Age Grain Silos loop | P317 | Easy / Mod | Meeting Place: Siggiewi Parish church | Siggiewi / Tal Providenza Chapel / across valley towards Salib tal Gholja / across the ridge to Gebel Ciantar and the Bronze Age Grain Silos / down to Fawwara / back to Siggiewi
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/siggiewihagarqimloop/
LOCATION:Siggiewi Parish  church\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Weekend Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250205T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250205T210000
DTSTAMP:20241015T091922Z
CREATED:20240921T214935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T091922Z
UID:5640-1738782000-1738789200@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Mamma Mia to Love Monument Loop
DESCRIPTION:Mamma Mia to Love Monument Loop | P316 |  Level: Easy | Meeting Place: Mamma Mia Ta Xbiex | Mamma Mia Ta Xbiex \, Gzira\, Sliema\, St Julians
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/lovemonument/
LOCATION:Mamma Mia Ta Xbiex\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Wednesday Walk PM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250201T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250201T170000
DTSTAMP:20241015T091615Z
CREATED:20240921T214935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T091615Z
UID:5639-1738418400-1738429200@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Fish tail loop
DESCRIPTION:Fish tail loop | P315 |  Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Ghadira Vecchia Napoli car park | Ghadira | Red Tower |Cirkewwa | Armier| Ghadira
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/fishtailloop/
LOCATION:Ghadira Vecchia Napoli car park\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Trekking,Weekend Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250129T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250129T210000
DTSTAMP:20241010T034851Z
CREATED:20240921T214935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T034851Z
UID:5637-1738177200-1738184400@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Kalkara  | 3 Cities Loop
DESCRIPTION:Kalkara | 3 Cities Loop | P314 | Level: Easy / Mod | Meeting Place: Isla Gate car park | Kalkara Parish Church | 3 Cities Looping back to Kalkara
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/kalkara/
LOCATION:Isla Gate car park\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Trekking,Wednesday Walk PM
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250126
DTSTAMP:20241017T090222Z
CREATED:20240921T214934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T090222Z
UID:5636-1737763200-1737849599@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Peregrinatio Sancti Pauli Apostoli 60AD (25km walk)
DESCRIPTION:Sancti Pauli 60 AD | P313 | Level: Mod | We park in Rabat and tranport takes us to the start of the walk near Selmun Castle | https://www.SanctiPauli.mt \nFollow this link to register for the event. \nTraining for a Camino? Or re-uniting with Camino buddies from a previous walk? Why don’t you join us on the 1-day\, 25km\, Peregrinatio Sancti Pauli? \nWe meet alongside the Domus Romana\, Rabat opposite the Rabat Cemetery and Paristyle (https://maps.app.goo.gl/M6KPXyJz6ujyoGFe7) for a 07:30 departure by coach. Please arrive earlier to park your cars so that we depart at 07:30 sharp. \nTransport will take us to Selmun so that we commence our walk towards St. Paul’s islands and around Xemxija\, St Paul’s Bay\, Burmarrad / San Pawl Milqi continuing through to Mdina and Rabat. \nCost: Transport\, Credencial and Testimonium Euros 10 | Credencial and Testimonium (excluding transport Euros 6). \nFollow this link to register for the event.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/sanctipauli/
LOCATION:https://maps.app.goo.gl/P7JJ7muwuCJTwobV6\, Rabat\, Andorra
CATEGORIES:Day Event (Local),Local Event,Trekking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250120
DTSTAMP:20241127T093832Z
CREATED:20240921T214934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T093832Z
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SUMMARY:Melita Mariana
DESCRIPTION:Melita Mariana | P311 | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Tas Silg Marsaxlokk | 2 days in Malta\, 1 day in Gozo \nTraining for a Camino? Or re-uniting with Camino buddies from a previous walk? Why don’t you join us on the 3-day Melita Mariana? Journey over land and sea in Malta and Gozo from the Southeast Punic harbour of Marsaxlokk (starting at tas-Silg) to the Northwest village of Gharb (ending at Santwarju ta’ Pinu) on this 3-day Marian Camino. \nThe route commences in Marsaxlokk (Tas-Silg Sanctuary or Pompei Parish church) and continues\, over 2 days\, through Rabat and Mdina to the Sanctuary of Our Lady in Mellieha\, visiting various Marian devotions throughout the ages in Malta. On the 3rd day pilgrims walk from Ghajnsielem (Our Lady of Loreto and Our Lady of Lourdes\, through Qala (Immaculate Conception)\, the Citadel (Santa Maria) towards Ta Pinu Sanctuary in the limits of Gharb. \nWe will park our cars in Mellieha and transport will take us to tas-Silg to commence the Melita Mariana Camino. \nInterested? Please follow this links to register. Please choose the option below to register: \n\n3-day Camino (Fri – Sun) link: Includes (a.) transport from Mellieha to tas-Silg (b.) 1 night accommodation (17th to 18th Jan) in Rabat with dinner and breakfast. (we walk to our cars once in Mellieha). (c.) transport in Gozo from Ta’ Pinu Sanctuary back to Mgarr Harbour. (Note: We are not including accommodation between 18th and 19th Jan before departing to Gozo). Cost: € 75 for twin-sharing basis accommodation and € 90 for single supplement.\n2-Day | Malta Segment only (Fri – Sat) Link: (a.) transport from Mellieha to tas-Silg (b.) 1 night accommodation (17th to 18th Jan) in Rabat with dinner and breakfast. (we walk to our cars once in Mellieha). Cost: € 65 for twin-sharing basis accommodation and € 80 for single supplement.\n1-Day Camino | Gozo Segment link: € 10 per person\, covering transport back to Cirkewwa or € 5 per person without transport.\n\nAll options include a Credencial\, testimonium and camino leaders.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/melitaemariana/
LOCATION:Tas Silg Marsaxlokk\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Day Event (Local),Local Event,Melitæ Mariana,Trekking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250112
DTSTAMP:20241002T122130Z
CREATED:20240212T130726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T122130Z
UID:5039-1735257600-1736639999@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Sri Lanka | FULLY BOOKED
DESCRIPTION:Sri Lanka 2024/5\nNote: XirCammini is not a travel agent or tour operator. These itineraries are put together / purchased from licensed travel agencies and/or IATA ticketing agent/s and/or tour operators and are open only to XirCammini members. To register for the event please follow this link. \n    \nIn Dec 2024/ Jan 2025 we are immersing ourselves in this 14-day excursion\, merging history\, culture\, ancient spirituality and outdoor adventure: \n \nWhen: We leave Malta on 27th December 2024 morning and return on 11th January 2025. \nWhere: The complete holiday will be in Sri Lanka.  Our last day and night will be in the picturesque Mount Lavinia with its sprawling beaches (a paradise on the mainland). \n    \nWhat: Highlights of this hiking adventure: \n\nNegombo (https://fb.watch/pSpQl0hYRp/): A Dutch colonial village renown for the sight\, scent and sound of its fish market. The shouts of\nvendors\, the rich ocean aroma\, and the colorful array of seafood create an authentic and lively atmosphere.\nDambulla (https://fb.watch/pSpRFzjU0W/): The cave temples’ complex; a Unesco Heritage Site. Cave entrance ticket is included. There are five caves (shrine rooms) in Dambulla temple. All these caves are full of statues depicting various personifications of Buddha throughout the ages. There are 150 Buddha images in these caves. Cave No. 5 (the last in order) has no historical value as it was done in the second decade of this century. All the other caves contain statues and paintings representing various epochs of Sinhalese sculpture and paintings. The early paintings of Dambulla are\nbelieved by some to belong to the 8th century A.C.\nPinawala Elephant Orphanage https://fb.watch/pSqhDpLcIb/\nMinneriya National Park (4×4 safari). The Minneriya National Park is famous for its herds of elephants migrating for food\, water\, and shelter\, and forming a ‘gathering’ that can be witnessed by the visitors. The dry season is the best time to visit this place\, as the majestic elephants migrate to the Minneriya Tank for water. Apart from elephants\, the national park is also home to several mammals\, birds\, reptiles\, and different kinds of plant species. Minneriya National Park comes under the dry zone\, meaning\, it receives less rainfall compared to the other areas in the country.\nHike to Sigiriya Mount Fortress (Unessco Heritage Site) (https://fb.watch/pSpTrbZn7r/): Entrance ticket included. Sigiriya Rock Fortress declared a world heritage site by UNESCO\, Sigiriya serves as a fine example of ancient urban planning. Sigiriya is a significant site of the Cultural Triangle and perhaps Sri Lanka’s most iconic historical destination. The site\, also known as Lion Rock\, is recognized all over the world for the remains of the ancient Sigiriya Rock Fortress and its numerous enchanting and well-preserved attractions. The complex hydraulics system at the fortress enhances the site’s reputation as a beautiful example of classical city planning. The fortress complex\, constructed in the 5th century\, includes attractions such as the royal gardens\, one of the oldest landscaped gardens in the world\, and the Mirror Wall\, which is adorned with ancient graffiti. The highlight of the fortress is the colourful frescoes painted on the western face of the rock; it is believed that there were initially 500 such frescoes\, but merely around 22 of them remain today.\nWhite water rafting in Kitugala\, included in the price (the site where the David Niven Bridge on the River Kwai was filmed) https://fb.watch/pSqrbQ0INw/\nNew Year’s Eve celebrations in Kandy (https://fb.watch/pSqdEvWPCc/). In Kandy we will also visit the Botanical Gardens. The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (https://fb.watch/pSqnRtU1bu/)\, alongside Adam’s Peak\, is considered one of the holiest places in Sri Lanka and is an important pilgrimage destination. The golden-roofed temple is supposedly home to a tooth of Buddha and during the pooja\, the time of offering and prayers\, tourists as well as religious followers can inspect the gold casket in which it is guarded. The temple itself is in the royal palace complex\, which encompasses several temples and museums.\nHike to Meemure rain forest https://fb.watch/pSpXtIs5E2/ (including a night in mud huts) and Trek to Nawarathna waterfall\, Sooriya Arana water ponds\, trekking / exploration of Nitro cave Exploration\,  Heengaga River and the 7 Waterfalls. Meemure is one of the most remote villages in Sri Lanka with the only access via a 14 km (8.7 mi) trail from the town of Loolwatte. Meemure is well nourished by water as their evergreen rain forest. This is a village in Sri Lanka with a population of about 400 and it’s located near the border between Kandy District and Matale District in the Knuckles\nMountain Range.\nNuwara Eliya\, a city tour of this British colonial town and the tree plantations. We also climb Mount Kirigalpoththa (https://fb.watch/pSq3hqm6Ot/) and trek to World’s end at Horton Plains (https://fb.watch/pSq0drl7UI/). Kirigalpoththa mountain is the second tallest in Sri Lanka and the tallest of the mountains in the island whose summits are open to hikers.  Horton Plains is located on a high windswept saddle at about 7\,000 ft (2134 mt.) elevation. The awesome escarpment drops vertically for about 4\,000 feet; hence its name was given. Sri Lanka’s highest plateau 7200 ft above sea level in the central mountain country. This ‘Fen” is a very scenic region with an astounding variety of scenery from mountains to grasslands\, from marshes to trout streams. Sri Lanka’s best flavoured high grown teas are grown in the surrounding areas. Spectacular view from ‘Worlds End’ where the plateau plunges a thousand feet in a straight sheer drop. Cool and bracing climate\, and very good hiking country. Distinctive flora (many English field flowers grow on the plains) colourful butterflies and many rare highland birds.\nA scenic train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella. In Ella we visit Ella Gap\, 09 Arch Bridge and the Namunukula Mountain Range and we will also walk the Flying Ravana Mega Zipline. https://fb.watch/pSqjQPGBSi/ . Ella Gap\, Ella is everyone’s favourite hill-country village and the place to ease off the travel accelerator and enjoy the stunning panoramic views. On a clear night one can even see the subtle glow of the Great Basses lighthouse on Sri\nLanka’s south coast. Nestled in the heart of Sri Lanka’s scenic highlands\, the Nine Arch Bridge in Ella is an architectural marvel. This colonial-era railway bridge\, constructed entirely of bricks and cement\, stands majestically amidst emerald tea fields and misty hills. Visitors are enchanted by the picturesque blend of history and nature\, making it a perfect spot for photography\, leisurely walks\, and witnessing the timeless charm of trains passing over this iconic structure. Namunukula\, at 2\,035m\, is the 12th highest mountain in Sri Lanka and its name is emanating from its nine peaks.\n4×4 Safari in Yala. Yala National Park\, a wildlife paradise in Sri Lanka. Embark on an exhilarating safari adventure through its vast wilderness\, where untamed nature and diverse ecosystems flourish.  Majestic elephants\, elusive leopards\, colourful bird species\, and a myriad of other fascinating creatures call this  their natural habitat. Traverse through lush forests\, tranquil lakes\, and golden savannahs\, immersing yourself in the raw beauty of this enchanting sanctuary. https://fb.watch/pSq63mcDlT/\nTrekking in the Sinharaja rain forest https://fb.watch/pSq7SRYNqU/ and https://fb.watch/pSqtvC95l2/. Sinharaja\, Sri Lanka’s tropical rainforest\, is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site. The Sinharaja forest\, which is situated 30 km from Galle\, covers an area of 8\,900 hectares and is one of the few virgin forests left in the world. The forest covers a series of mountains and ridges rising abruptly from 90m to 1170m above mean sea level. The\nSinharaja forest includes streams\, springs\, rivers\, and waterfalls\, and is home to leopards\, deer\, monkeys\, butterflies\, and a variety of trees\, shrubs\, and medicinal herbs are also found within the forest. The Sinharaja forest is unique because it is the only location in Sri Lanka where the altitude changes within one kilometre in an area measuring 01 km from east to west. This factor has contributed to the amazing variety of species of fauna and flora\, a significant mammal population and several species of birds and reptiles.\nBalapitiya River Cruise through the mangrooves of Balapitiya and also visiting Cinnamon island (for which Sri Lanka is famous).\nGalle Fort. We will also be stopping for some time in Galle\, with its Portugues bastions reminiscent of those in Malta\, where history and culture from Sri Lanka\, Colonial Portugal and Holland fuse together.\nMount Lavinia. https://fb.watch/pSqaHG4M4m/ Mount Lavinia is known as the Golden Mile of beaches. However\, it also shares a history with Malta – Sir Thomas Maitland – who was Governor of Ceylon (Sri Lanka) from 1805 to 1811 and of Malta from 1815 to 1823 – lived in Mount Lavinia when in Ceylon. Aparently the name is derived from Lovina\, the name of a half-cast (Sinhalese-Portugues) lady with whom he fell in love there. We will also enjoy our final dinner on the beach in Mount Lavinia.\n\nHow Much?: \nThe overall contribution per member is: Euros  3\,375 per person (in twin / double room sharing). A non-refundable deposit of Euros 875 required when registering. In case there are already groups of 3 persons interested in sharing a triple together\, a lower contribution applies. Please note that – although – Euros 3\,375 includes the return flights\, we would be instructing members to purchase the air ticket separately\, directly from a pre-appointed travel agency that is kindly providing XirCammini members with a preferential price. The overall contribution includes: \n\nReturn air tickets with 30kg luggage allowance. (Although the above contribution includes also the air ticket cost\, each of us will be purchasing these separately\, directly from the chosen IATA travel agent that provided us with the preferential price)\nAccommodation mostly in 4* hotel other than when we are trekking in Meemure area and sleeping in mud-huts\nAll breakfasts and dinners\nA coach\, driver and licensed and experienced guide with us at all times plus licensed trekking guides in each locality on the trekking days\nEntrance fee to Dambulla\n4×4 Safari in Minneriya\nSigiriya Fortress Mount entrance\nWhite-water rafting in Kitigula\nNew Year’s Dinner in a Colonial Heritage Building that is now a hotel in Kandy\nEntrance to the Temple of the Tooth\nIn Meemure (at the campsite) we will also include lunch (in addition to breakfast and dinner)\nScenic Train-ride\nMega Ravana Zipline\n4×4 Safari in Yala\nRiver cruise in Balapitiya\nTrekking leader from Malta\nTraining in Malta to prepare for trekking days\n\nHow many?: We are aiming to have a group of 20 persons. \nOther important info: \n1.) Please check vaccine requirements well ahead of time: https://healthservices.gov.mt/en/phc/pchyhi/Pages/Travel-Vaccination.aspx \nTo register please follow this link. A non-refundable deposit of Euros 875 is required when registering. \nLooking forward to hearing from you and to having you with us | Sincerely … James & Tucc
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/sri-lanka-open-only-to-xircammini-members/
LOCATION:Sri Lanka\, Sri Lanka
CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241215T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241215T143000
DTSTAMP:20241125T103720Z
CREATED:20241125T101854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T103720Z
UID:6020-1734253200-1734273000@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Zurrieq | Nigret | Wied Bassasa Loop & Kazinata | Inner Harbour Charity Event
DESCRIPTION:Please register by following this link. \nDear all\, \nIt’s that time of year to be merry and also to think more of others. \nInner Harbour Area Charity Event\nAs in previous years we are also collecting goodies for the inner harbour area charity event that we support each year. We will collect these from you during this event on 15th Dec to deliver to the Bormla Parish on 17th December. This is an initiative driven by John Darmanin. Thank you John. \nHow does the Charity Event Work?\nWe do not collect money. We ask each of you (this is entirely voluntary) to set aside + – Eur20 and you use them to purchase some items\, typically 1 item of babyware (i.e. bag of nappies? baby bath-products?)\, 1 item of sanitary-ware (i.e. soap\, talcum powder\, shampoo or sanitary pads for young adoloscents) and an item or two of non-parishable food (i.e. a few tins of food or packets of e.g. UHT milk or juice). Please avoid perishables as well as e.g. pasta and rice due to weavil. \nThen on the 15th Dec (or ask us to collect them before if you cannot join us on the 15th Dec) we collect the bag of goodies from you. Volunteers from XirCammini will deliver them on the 17th Dec to the Bormla Parish Group volunteers to distribute them to families in need in the Inner Harbour Area. \nIf any one can help us deliver the bags to the Bormla Parish Group on the 17th Dec evening please contact John Darmanin directly. \nWalk & Kazinata on the 15th Dec\nOn the 15th Dec we will meet in Zurrieq at 09:00 a.m. next to the Golden statue of Sta. Katerina as one is entering the village (Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/dbumu1BSBWnte9uX6) \nBring your Charity bags with you and we will load them in the cars of James Portelli and John Darmanin and we set off on our trek that mornining. \nFrom there we’ll walk to the Xarolla windmill\, Hal Far Road direction\, Bubaqra\, Wied Bassasa\, Munqar / Nigret and descend to Zurrieq Village core for a Kazinata at Queen Victoria Band Club in the Parish square at 12:30. \nPlease Register | A small thank you from XirCammini\nIf you are interested in joining the Kazinata please register by following this link. We are collecting Eur 8 from each person to cover the cost of finger food  and incidentals. All persons joining us for the Kazinata will also receive a XirCammini fabric\, string bag that costs more than the Eur 8 contribution. \nYou can also invite your family or friends to the walk and Kazinata (provided that a contribution is paid per person). \nPlease register by following this link. \n 
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/zurrieq-nigret-wied-bassasa-loop-kazinata-harbour-charity-event/
LOCATION:Zurrieq | Wied Bassasa Loop & Kasinata\, Queen Victoria band Club\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Day Event (Local),Eating,Local Event,Social Event,Trekking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241124
DTSTAMP:20241125T112713Z
CREATED:20230905T175842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T112713Z
UID:4210-1732320000-1732406399@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Universal Peace Walk 1543AD / Camino Maltes (28km or 36km walk) | Registration required)
DESCRIPTION:IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE WALK AND WISH TO ORDER THE CERTIFICATE / TESTIMONIUM PLEASE COMPLETE THIS FORM: \nCamino Maltes | Universal Peace Walk Certificate Order FormPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLast		\n			certificate Phone the\n			\n		\n		Email *Mobile PhoneI have completed the following walkUniversal Peace WalkCamino MaltesI have completed the walk onPlease add the time in DD/MM/YYYY format.Please mail the certificate to (Address:):GDPR Agreement *I consent to having this website store my submitted information so they can respond to my inquiry.Submit   \n  \nUniversal Peace Walk 1543AD / Camino Maltes (28km or 36km walk) | Registration required) | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: To be advised | P262 \nClose to the winter feast of St. Catherine\, we will be holding the \n\nCamino Maltes from St. Paul’s Catacombs\, Rabat (where Don Juan Benegas de Cordoba lived) to Fort St Angelo\, Birgu (36km) and/or\, within it\, the\nUniversal Peace Walk 1543AD from Citta’ Notabile (Mdina) to le Terre di Santa Caterina (Zejtun) (28km) in the footsteps of Bishop Domenico Cubelles.\n\nCost including transport\, guidebook (with incorporated Universal Peace Walk Credencial)\, Camino Maltes Credencial and testimonium is Euros 12 per person. \nCost exluding transport but including guidebook (with incorporated Credencial)\, Camino Maltes Credencial and testimonium is Euros 8 per person. \nYou can register by following this link. \nThe Walk\nThe .gpx routes for each walk are available here: \n1.) Camino Maltes (Malta segment) de Santiago de Compostela \n2.) Universal Peace Walk 1543AD \nWe offer 1-way transport for those who require it. \nFor those who require transport please \n1.) If for the Camino Maltes: park close to Cafe Riche\, Birgu (https://maps.app.goo.gl/HUNi1srh5AKzYQmT6) for a 07:00 a.m. departure by coach \n2.) for the Universal Peace Walk: please park close to St. Gregory’s church in Zejtun so that the birgu transport will collect you at 07:15 a.m. \nand all of us would proceed to Rabat / Mdina to commence the respective walks; 08:00 from St Paul’s Catacombs and 08:15 from Mdina Cathedral Square. \nCost including transport\, guidebook (with incorporated Universal Peace Walk Credencial)\, Camino Maltes Credencial and testimonium is Euros 12 per person. \nCost exluding transport but including guidebook (with incorporated Credencial)\, Camino Maltes Credencial and testimonium is Euros 8 per person. \nPlease follow this link to register. Payment is non-refundable.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/camino-maltes-universal-peace-walk-1543ad/
LOCATION:St Paul’s Catacombs\, Rabat or Cathedral Square Mdina (read text above)\, Rabat / Mdina\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Weekend Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241116T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241116T170000
DTSTAMP:20241002T120804Z
CREATED:20230905T175839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T120804Z
UID:4208-1731765600-1731776400@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Paradise Bay | Fomm Qammiegh Loop
DESCRIPTION:Paradise Bay | Fomm Qammiegh Loop | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Paradise Bay Carpark | P303
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/paradise-bay-fomm-qammiegh-loop-4/
LOCATION:Paradise Bay Carpark\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Weekend Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241109T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241109T170000
DTSTAMP:20241002T120536Z
CREATED:20230905T175837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T120536Z
UID:4206-1731160800-1731171600@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Manikata | Pilgrim Trail Loop
DESCRIPTION:Manikata Church Carpark / Pwales /Pilgrim Trail / Mizieb Valley / Majjistral / Manikata | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Manikata Church Carpark | P301
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/manikata-pilgrim-trail-loop-4/
LOCATION:Manikata Church Carpark\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Weekend Walk
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