Hi.
Welcome to KikiNetwork Travel.
I have a passion for taking small groups on life-changing adventures! Join me….
Hi.
Welcome to KikiNetwork Travel.
I have a passion for taking small groups on life-changing adventures! Join me….
KIKINETWORK TRAVEL
kiki@kikinetwork.com
Kiki 608-858-2733
Join João Perre Viana, Nuno Santos Fernandes, and Kiki Keating on the Camino de Berobreo. The Berobreo Way is a beautiful walk and a journey of self-discovery where walkers can take time to explore the needs, desires, and obstacles that might be keeping us from reaching our potential. During this walk, and through this walking mentorship, you will come to better understand your purpose, set goals in your life, and achieve them with the support of your action plan.
Arrival day. Fly into Vigo International Airport, through Madrid, in Spain.
Daily Summary:
Accommodation: None, overnight flight
Meals: None
Your adventure begins in the vibrant coastal city of Vigo, where the sea breeze and bustling port set the tone. A short ferry ride across the Ría de Vigo brings you to Cangas, a charming town with picturesque beaches and traditional Galician architecture. From here, a scenic walk leads you along coastal paths and through lush landscapes to the tranquil village of Aldán, nestled amidst coves and pine forests. You will take time this day to meet with our fellow walkers and to reflect on the different aspects of your life. We’ll take time for an exercise that will develop a 360-degree "polaroid" of your life and create a picture of where you now stand.
Daily Summary:
Accommodation: Aldán
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Departing Aldán, you ascend to Facho Donón, an ancient hilltop archeological site offering panoramic views of the Atlantic and the Cíes Islands. This pre-Roman remains from a shrine, and a pilgrimage site to Berobreo, an ancient God, inspires our walk as we take an alternative route to the Portuguese Camino de Santiago. After soaking in the vistas, a private boat awaits to transport us across the shimmering waters to Combarro, renowned for its hórreos (stone granaries) lining the waterfront and its well-preserved historic quarter, where we sleep and experience the local seafood. The second exercise is an invitation to disconnect and use the opportunity to dig deeper into yourself and look back at your life. What you learn from your history will help you craft your future.
Daily Summary:
Accommodation: Combarro
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Leaving the coastal charm of Combarro, we’ll journey inland toward Armenteira. The path meanders through vineyards and rolling hills, culminating at the serene Monastery of Armenteira, a 12th-century Cistercian abbey. Here, you’ll find peace among ancient stone walls and the gentle sounds of nature, as well as a restorative rest in the modern Pousada de Armenteira. The Personal Inventory exercise will help you through your own personal SWAT analysis. Lunch meets us en route with a delicious and authentic picnic.
Daily Summary:
Accommodation: Arnenteira
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Today, you will experience a visioning exercise. You will identify and describe how you idealize your life at a specific point in the future. We will walk through a beautiful valley along the route of water & stones, a little piece of heaven - and just the right place to envision your ideal future. Embark on the enchanting Ruta da Pedra e da Auga (Route of Stone and Water), a trail that follows the Armenteira River, here still a stream, adorned with old watermills and lush greenery. As we get lower we join the bank of the Umia river. The path leads you to Cambados, the heart of Albariño wine country. Explore a historic pazo (manor house), visit a local wine cellar, and indulge in a tasting of the region's celebrated Albariño wines.
Daily Summary:
Accommodation: Cambados
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Now that you have imagined your future, you will build a bridge from your vision back to the present. This will provide you with the momentum for the decisions you must make and also the opportunity to align them with your purpose. The landscape keeps changing, but somehow, the walking becomes more natural. Our journey continues along sandy beaches and coastal trails to Vilanova de Arousa, a fishing town known for its maritime heritage and the birthplace of Ramón del Valle-Inclán, a great Spanish playwright of the early 1900s. Enjoy the sea views and sample fresh seafood, reflecting the town's deep connection to the ocean, and if you are up to it, we’ll visit Valle-Inclán’s house museum.
Daily Summary:
Accommodation: Vilanova de Arousa
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
This morning, we’ll board a boat to follow the Translatio Route, retracing the legendary journey of Saint James' remains. Glide past mussel farms and the historic Torres de Oeste in Catoira, arriving at Pontecesures. From there, a riverside walk takes us through Padrón, a town steeped in pilgrimage history and the origin of pimientos de Padron, and onward to Picaraña. After selecting the outcomes you commit to in the previous exercise, you are ready to detail your Action Plan. This is the program's final kilometers and the beginning of a new stage in your life.
Daily Summary:
Overnight: Picaraña
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
The final leg leads us through forests and rural landscapes to the majestic Santiago de Compostela. We’ll enter the city through ancient streets, culminating at the Praza do Obradoiro, where the awe-inspiring Cathedral of Santiago stands. We’ll celebrate our journey with a heartfelt group dinner, sharing stories and reflections from the path walked together. The final exercise takes place with your Action Plan already in motion. Fine-tuning and feedback loops become your new norm. Arriving in Santiago is always a riveting experience. The arriving pilgrims' energy mixes with the university students' fiesta, and the party seems to be ongoing. Immense joy, a feeling of overcoming and satisfaction, mixes with all the stimulus of countless languages, street artists, and restaurants. Reaching the Obradoiro, the large plaza below the Cathedral, we reach the end of our way. But our program is at its apex. We stay close to Obradoiro, and this night, the dinner is almost a private group event - with special toasts to the new and old friends you will have made along the Camiño.
Daily Summary:
Accommodation: Santiago de Compostela
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
You are free to book your departure anytime. Safe travels!
Daily Summary:
Accommodation: None
Meals: None
For more information on this trip, call 1-603-858-2377 or click here to email Kiki Keating
Commitment
Planning a trip can be daunting. We want you to relax and know that we are committed to ensuring that you will enjoy your journey. We work hard to create trips that have the feel of casual travel with friends rather than formal tours and plan itineraries that match your interests and fit your budget.
Responsible Travel
Global travel can only succeed if communities benefit from tourism. We hire local operators who value sustainable travel and support their communities.
Inspiring Through Travel
We specialize in journeys of discovery and inspiration. Our adventures are all about local culture—the people, history, art, architecture, and food. Our trips showcase a rich source of inspirational people, landscapes, and cityscapes. Traveling is the time for discovery, exploration, and adventure.
Trusted Support
In case of an emergency, all our guides are licensed and trained to handle situations that may arise. We are always with you to assist in any way we can to make your trip safe and memorable.
Disclaimer
Payments: As soon as we receive your down payment, we will confirm your reservations and at this point, all change and cancellation policies will be in effect. KikiNetwork Travel will send you a finalized itinerary which will contain all necessary information including confirmation numbers, addresses, and phone numbers. We must receive 40% of the trip cost when you register for the trip. The full cost of the trip must be paid 45 days before the start date of the trip.
Forms of Payment: We accept ACH transfers (1% fee and .30) and credit cards (American Express, Visa, and MasterCard). There is a 2.9 processing fee for MC and Visa credit cards, and American Express incurs a 3.9% fee. If you pay by check there is no additional fee. You will need to mail the check to Kiki Keating, PO Box 223, Georges Mills, NH 03751.
Airfare/Visas/Special Permits: You are responsible for your flight to the place of the trip departure. I am happy to advise and recommend the best flights for you. Please email me at kiki@kikinetwork.com for more details.
I will inform you of any visa needs, and you must obtain any necessary visas and travel permits for all countries that you will be traveling to or transiting through. Visa and entry requirements may vary depending on your nationality, the length of your stay, and the purpose of your visit. Please make certain that your passport is valid for at least six months after the latest expected end date of your planned trip, as some countries will not allow entry if your passport expires sooner.
Insurance is required for any KikiNetwork Travel trip. KikiNetwork Travel requires an insurance plan with 100% of trip cost insured, $150,000 of emergency assistance and transportation, and a minimum of $50,000 medical evacuation coverage. I am happy to work with you to recommend one of my recommended insurance coverage companies. Please call me directly at 603-858-2733 to discuss and ask questions about travel insurance coverage.
Health and Safety Matters: Please visit your local hospital Travel Clinic. Your doctor will let you know what, if any, vaccinations or other health or safety precautions are necessary or recommended for your destinations. We are not physicians, and nothing we say should be interpreted as professional medical advice. Government health advisories can be found on the internet at: http://www.cdc.gov and http://www.who.int
Cancellations: In addition to any cancellation penalties related to trip components we are not responsible for (e.g. permits, airfare, travel insurance, etc.), the following fees will apply:
Cancellation penalties apply as soon as we have received payment. Trip cancellation and interruption insurance is required.
Responsibility/Release and Assumption of Risk: By paying and signing up for a KikiNetwork Travel trip you are agreeing to the following statement; I understand and am aware that during the travel itinerary in which I will participate under the arrangements of KikiNetwork Travel and its agents or subcontractors, certain risks and dangers may arise, including but not limited to the hazards of traveling in unsafe areas or under unsafe conditions, the dangers of civil disturbance and war, unplanned forces of nature, or disease. In consideration of, and as part of the payment for, the right to participate in such travel itineraries, I have and do hereby expressly assume all of the above risks. The terms of this agreement shall serve as a release and express assumption of risk for myself, my heirs, assignees, administrators, executors, and all members of my family, including any minors accompanying me. I have read and fully understand the provisions and the legal consequences of this Release and Assumption of Risk and I hereby agree to all its conditions, especially noting and agreeing to the portion of this provision that releases the Company and its agents, employees, officers, associates, and subcontractors, to the extent permitted by law, from liability for the negligent or reckless acts or omissions of the Company’s affiliated companies or subcontractors.
