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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:20260820T012224
CREATED:20240921T214935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T092312Z
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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:20260820T012224
CREATED:20240921T214935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T091922Z
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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:20260820T012224
CREATED:20240921T214935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T091615Z
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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:20260820T012224
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:20260820T012224
CREATED:20240921T214934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T090222Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250122T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20250122T210000
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
CREATED:20240921T214934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T185726Z
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SUMMARY:Selmun | Sta Maria Estate Loop
DESCRIPTION:Selmun | Sta Maria Estate Loop | P312 | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Selmun Castle | Selmun | Mellieha | Sta Maria Estate | Selmun
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/__trashed-21/
LOCATION:Selmun Castle\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Walk PM
ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250120
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
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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:20260820T012224
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:20260820T012224
CREATED:20241125T101854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T103720Z
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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;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241204T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
CREATED:20230905T175857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T103317Z
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SUMMARY:Rabat | Chadwick Lakes Loop
DESCRIPTION:Rabat | Chadwick Lakes Loop | Level: Mod /hard | Meeting Place: Domus Romana\, outside Mdina | P308
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/rabat-chadwick-lakes-loop/
LOCATION:Domus Romana\, outside Mdina\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Walk PM
ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241130T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
CREATED:20230905T175852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T175852Z
UID:4212-1732975200-1732986000@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Gnejna / Lippija Loop
DESCRIPTION:Gnejna / Lippija Loop | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Gnejna Bay Carpark | P307
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/gnejna-lippija-loop/
LOCATION:Gnejna Bay Carpark\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Weekend Walk
ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241127T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241127T210000
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
CREATED:20230905T175847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T103319Z
UID:4211-1732734000-1732741200@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Rabat | Wied l-Isqof | Girgenti Loop
DESCRIPTION:Rabat /Wied l-Isqof / Girgenti / Wied Hesri / Zebbug / Rabat | Level: Mod /hard | Meeting Place: Domus Romana\, outside Mdina | P306
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/rabat-wied-l-isqof-girgenti-loop/
LOCATION:Domus Romana\, outside Mdina\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Walk PM
ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241124
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
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 *FirstLastEmail *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:):		\n			the I Email\n			\n		\n		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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ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241120T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241120T210000
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
CREATED:20230905T175840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T103320Z
UID:4209-1732129200-1732136400@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Gnien l-Gharusa tal-Mosta | Wied l-Ghasel Loop
DESCRIPTION:Gnien l-Gharusa tal-Mosta | Wied l-Ghasel\, Burmarrad\, Salini looping back to Mosta | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: In front of MCAST\, Mosta  (opposite LIDL) | P304
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/gnien-l-gharusa-tal-mosta-wied-l-ghasel-loop/
LOCATION:In front of MCAST\, Mosta (opposite LIDL)\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Walk PM
ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241116T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
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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ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241113T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241113T210000
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
CREATED:20230905T175838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T103322Z
UID:4207-1731524400-1731531600@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Siggiewi loop
DESCRIPTION:Siggiewi loop | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Limestone Heritage on the Siggiewi By-Pass | P302
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/siggiewi-loop-7/
LOCATION:Limestone Heritage on the Siggiewi By-Pass\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Walk PM
ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241109T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
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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ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241106T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241106T210000
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
CREATED:20230905T175836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T103324Z
UID:4205-1730919600-1730926800@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Rabat | Lunzjata Walk
DESCRIPTION:Rabat | Lunzjata Walk | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Domus Romana\, Rabat | P300
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/rabat-lunzjata-walk/
LOCATION:Domus Romana\, Rabat\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Walk PM
ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241102T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241102T160000
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
CREATED:20230905T175835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T080842Z
UID:4204-1730534400-1730563200@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Full Day Comino FULLY BOOKED
DESCRIPTION:Full Day Comino | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Cirkewwa CarPark | P299 \nSORRY THIS EVENT IS FULLY BOOKED \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 €12 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-2/
LOCATION:Cirkewwa CarPark\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Weekend Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241030T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241030T210000
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
CREATED:20230905T175834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T103324Z
UID:4203-1730314800-1730322000@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Birguma - Madliena Loop
DESCRIPTION:Telgha t’Alla u Ommu\, Naxxar/Birguma Victoria Lines towards Madliena looping back via Gharghur | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Roundabout at top of it-Telgha t’Alla u Ommu\, Naxxar/Birguma. | P298
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/birguma-madliena-loop-3/
LOCATION:Roundabout at top of it-Telgha t’Alla u Ommu\, Naxxar/Birguma.\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Walk PM
ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241026T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241026T170000
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
CREATED:20230905T175833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T120036Z
UID:4202-1729951200-1729962000@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Torri l-Ahmar and Ahrax
DESCRIPTION:Torri l-Ahmar and Ahrax | Level: Mod. | Meeting Place: Ghadira parking place\, near the public toilets | P297 \nThis event will be led by Tanyo Pisani.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/torri-l-ahmar-and-ahrax/
LOCATION:Ghadira parking place\, near the public toilets\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Weekend Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241023T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241023T210000
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
CREATED:20230905T175832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T115948Z
UID:4201-1729710000-1729717200@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Qrendi | Hagar Qim Loop
DESCRIPTION:Qrendi /Hagar Qim / towards Triq il-Wied / return to Qrendi. | Level: Mod. | Meeting Place: Maqluba church | P296 \nThis event will be led by Tanyo Pisani.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/qrendi-hagar-qim-loop-2/
LOCATION:Maqluba church\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Local Event,Trekking,Wednesday Walk PM
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ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241027
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
CREATED:20240820T120131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240824T160706Z
UID:5529-1729555200-1729987199@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Cammino di San Antioco\, Sardegna | Malta Geographical Society
DESCRIPTION:XirCammini 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 team up with Malta Geographical Society for this event. \nInterested? \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 150 for twin sharing applicants and Euros 210 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-malta-geographical-society/
LOCATION:San Antioco | Sardegna\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking
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ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241019T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
CREATED:20230905T175831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T175831Z
UID:4200-1729346400-1729357200@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Bahrija | Bingemma Loop
DESCRIPTION:Bahrija / Bingemma/ Dwejra / Wied il-Qleghja /Bahrija | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Bahrija swings | P295
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/bahrija-bingemma-loop/
LOCATION:Bahrija Swings\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Weekend Walk
ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241016T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241016T210000
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
CREATED:20230905T175817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T103326Z
UID:4199-1729105200-1729112400@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Casa Ipollito Walk\, Birzebbugia
DESCRIPTION:Birzebbugia /  Dar ta’ Pultu trail / Ta’ Kaccatura water reserovoir/ on towards football ground in Ghaxaq /Triq Telleritu / and back to starting point. | Level: Easy | Meeting Place: St George’s Bay\, Birzebbugia (small parking place where boats are kept on land) | P294
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/casa-ipollito-walk-birzebbugia-4/
LOCATION:St George’s Bay\, Birzebbugia (small parking place where boats are kept on land)\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Walk PM
ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241012T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20241012T170000
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
CREATED:20230905T175812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T175812Z
UID:4198-1728741600-1728752400@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Siggiewi | Tal Providenza | Gebel Ciantar Loop
DESCRIPTION: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 | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Siggiewi Parish Church | P293
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/siggiewi-tal-providenza-gebel-ciantar-loop/
LOCATION:Siggiewi Parish Church\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Weekend Walk
ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241013
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
CREATED:20231014T084213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231014T085139Z
UID:4603-1728086400-1728777599@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Cammino di San Giacomo in Sicilia
DESCRIPTION:Cammino di San Giacomo in Sicilia | Level: Mod |  P292 \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nBecause of the overwhelming response to the Cammino di San Giacomo in Sicilia in February 2024\, we are running this event again in October 2024. \nThe 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). \n   \nWe fly to Sicily on 5th October 2024 (flights to be advised) and transfer from the airport to Caltagirone\, a World Heritage city. \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. \n   \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. \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 vistory. 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 625 per person and includes hotel / B&B accommodation mostly on bed and breakfast basis (last couple of nights on half-board)\, airport (coach) transfers\, daily coach and baggage transfers during our 7-day stay and a Pilgrim Kit (with Credencial\, Cammino-Patch\, teeshirt and Testimonium) and assistance car during our trekking. The cost does not include flights. \nTo register please follow this link and pay the deposit of Euros 225.
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/cammino-di-san-giacomo-in-sicilia-3/
LOCATION:Sicily\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking
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ORGANIZER;CN="XirCammini":MAILTO:information@xircammini.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241002
DTSTAMP:20260820T012224
CREATED:20230905T175730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T180124Z
UID:4172-1727136000-1727827199@xircammini.org
SUMMARY:Camino Norte (last week from Terra Che)
DESCRIPTION:Camino Norte (last week from Terra Che) | Level: Mod | Meeting Place: Spain \n\n\n\n1.)   Summary | Contribution\nThe last week of the Camino Norte\, from Villalba\, in the province of Lugo\, to Santiago de Compostela is approximately 110km | A non-refundable deposit of €195 is requested to reserve your place. The total contribution per XirCammini member (including the deposit) is €695 and this covers \n\nAirport transfers from Porto Airport to the first accommodation in Spain and from the last accommodation in Spain to Porto Airport\nOther local transport\nDaily baggage transfers (max 10 kg cabin bag per person)\nAccommodation in twin / double sharing accommodation on B&B basis. A choice of accommodations include Casa / Hotel Rural\, pensions and a monastery.\n3 dinners.\nCredencial\, assistance in obtaining the Compostela certificate.\n\n \nThe camino is spread on 5 walking days walking days and due to the inavilability of choice accommodation\, other than donativos and municipal albergues at various etapas\, we have included multiple nights in the some accommodations and daily person transfers. Thank you. \nPlease follow this link to register your interest. Do not pay anything at this stage. A non-refundable deposit of €195 will be requested once we have the required minimum number of persons interested: \n2.)   Flights\nFlight information is as follows. Do not book before we confirm that we have the required minimum number of persons registered / interested to join: \nOutgoing: FR1509 Malta – Porto on 24th September and \nIncoming: FR1510 Porto – Malta 1st October \n \n3.)   Important Notes\nXirCammini is not a tour operator or travel agent. We are a not-for-profits\, membership-based association registered in Malta with the Office of the Commissioner for Voluntary Organisations (VO: 1646). This explains why our pricing is some 15% – 30% lower than that of other organisations and generally offers more\, i.e. our walks are not self-guided (although one can walk part or all of the way on their own). We set off as a group with a group leader from among our members who is an experienced Camino afficionado. This means that\, at all times\, you have someone to assist and\, if required\, trouble-shoot. Even with very well planned an executed itineraries\, occasionally there could be a last minute issue with\, say\, accommodation or land transport\, a mis-directed baggage that does not arrive at a particular accommodation\, an injury etc. So\, having the support of a group and a group leader can be a relief. In terms of accommodation we tend to choose varied accommodation (i.e. a monastery\, a hotel\, pension and where available\, a casa rural etc.) almost without exception on a twin room basis (other than where we add a private albergue experience). From the baggage that arrives at our daily destination we can also safely assume that our accommodation is generally the same as the ones used by more established Camino tour operators. What we try to achieve is that pilgrims travelling with us have all the basic essentials catered for while in Spain\, leaving you to concentrate on the spiritual journey\, social interaction and camaraderie. Being in a group also means that you will make new friends from different walks of life but who share the same passion for the Camino. \n4.)   Membership\nSince we are a membership-based association\, people travelling with us would need to be members of XirCammini. \n \n5.)   Camino Norte: Introduction |Length | Terrain\nAt over 860km in Spain alone\, the Camino Norte is one of the longest Camino on Spanish soil\, starting from either in Bayonne in France or in Irun or Santander in Spain.  We will be walking the last stages of the Camino Noerte from Villalba to Santiago de Compostela. The distance is of around 110km\, making it eligible for the Compostela for walking pilgrims from the Pilgrim’s Office once you reach Santiago. The Camino Norte currently attracts less than 2% of all Camino pilgrims applying for the Compostela in the Pilgrim Office in Santiago. \nThe Camino is a scenic one which means\, there will be some elevations and distances may vary on a daily basis due to ruta complementarias. The lack of accommodation (other than municipal albergues and donativos) means that we will use additional transport to and from certain accommodations where we would have repeat nights. \n\nVillalba to Baamonde + – 20km Today’s walk would be through wooded areas and rural villages in the Terra Chá region of Galicia.\nBaamonde to Friol+ – 25km. From Vilalba we walk in the direction of Miraz and then go off-piste to our accommodation\, a casa rural\, in Friol. (inclusive of dinner)\nMarcela to Biomorto + – 25km. Our walk will take us from Marcela\, through Sobrado dos Monxes (famous for its monastery) and to one of our highest points on this Camino. Enjoy the panorama. In Sobrado there is a 10th century monastery with a façade that is a remarkable work of art. we will continue the walk to Biomorto and from there transport will take us back to our accommodation in Friol. (inclusive of dinner)\nBiomorto – Rua + – 28km: We would be sharing part of this route with pilgrims from the Camino Frances (who would be meet us after Arzua and will experience some uphills as we get closer to Santiago. In Rua we will stay at a beautiful Casa Rural (inclusive of dinner)\nRua to Santiago de Compostela + – 22km:  Today’s walk heads initially towards a wooded area and then continues mainly on roads to Monte de Gozo and into Santiago de Compostela at >250m above sea level .\n\n6.)   Some other practical matters\nFor members joining us from overseas you can either meet us at the airport or we can agree to meet at the first accommodation in Villalba the evening before we start walking. \nWell before the Camino we also set up a WhatApp group for the pilgrims on the Camino so that you start interacting beforehand with questions\, practical advice\, food or medicine intolerances etc
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/camino-norte-last-week-from-terra-che/
LOCATION:Spain\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Overseas,Trekking
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SUMMARY:Tochar Phadraig & Irish Caminos
DESCRIPTION:Tochar Phadraig & Irish Caminos | Level: Mod/Hard | Meeting Place: To be advised | P292
URL:https://xircammini.org/event/tochar-phadraig-irish-caminos-2/
CATEGORIES:Weekend Walk
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