Galicia and its capital, Santiago de Compostela, is the final destination on the Way of St James, the famous pilgrim route.
You'll love its landscapes full of green wooded valleys, and amazing beaches. All along the length of its coastline, bathed by the Cantabrian Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, you'll find areas of spectacular cliffs like those on Costa da Morte or the Rais Baixas.
You can visit its numerous charming villages, both on the sea and inland, and cities such as Santiago de Compostela, Pontevedra and Vigo, and marvel at the many monuments.
This tour takes you to the small villages and towns that are often missed by those exploring the north of Spain. With your private guide, you'll get to grips with the true essence of Galician culture where music, food and socialising are at the forefront of everyday living. Galicia and its capital, Santiago de Compostela, is the final destination on the Way of St James, the famous pilgrim route.
You'll love its landscapes full of green wooded valleys, and amazing beaches. All along the length of its coastline, bathed by the Cantabrian Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, you'll find areas of spectacular cliffs like those on Costa da Morte or the Rais Baixas.
You can visit its numerous charming villages, both on the sea and inland, and cities such as Santiago de Compostela, Pontevedra and Vigo, and marvel at the many monuments.
This tour takes you to the small villages and towns that are often missed by those exploring the north of Spain. With your private guide, you'll get to grips with the true essence of Galician culture where music, food and socialising are at the forefront of everyday living.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Santiago de Compostela
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Today, you'll arrive in Santiago de Compostela and the driver will be waiting at the airport. You'll be transferred to your hotel in the town. In the afternoon, you are free to explore on your own. The Galicia Contemporary Art Centre is well worth a visit as is the beautiful Alameda Park.
Accommodation
Hotel Palacio del Carmen★4 star
Activities
Parque de Bonaval Santiago de CompostelaOptional Activity
Convent and Church of San Domingos de BonavalOptional Activity
Galicia Contemporary Art CentreOptional Activity
Alameda ParkOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Parador de Santiago de Compostela
Destinations
Santiago de Compostela
Day 2
Discover Santiago de Compostela
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Santiago de Compostela was declared a World Heritage City by UNESCO in 1985. The town earned this accolade for its urban beauty and monumental integrity. The town has profound echoes of its spiritual significance as an apostolic sanctuary and the destination of the Middle Ages' most important religious and cultural movement: the Way of St. James pilgrimage.
Accommodation
Hotel Palacio del Carmen★4 star
Activities
Santiago de Compostela Walking Tour
Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
City of Culture of GaliciaOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Santiago de Compostela
Galicia
Day 3
Rias Baixas
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One of Galicia’s most popular holiday destinations, Rias Baixas features stunning, unspoiled coastline, with wide beaches and albeit slightly cooler waters. Explore the noble village of Cambados before heading to Bodegas Martín Códax Wine Estate for a guided tour. In the afternoon, you will have plenty of time to stroll around the picturesque town of Sanxenxo before moving on Combarro, which is famous for it's charming old quarter.
Accommodation
Hotel Palacio del Carmen★4 star
Activities
Rias Baixas
Cambados
Bodegas Martín Códax
Sanxenxo
Combarro
PontevedraOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Santiago de Compostela
Galicia
Cambados
Sanxenxo
Combarro
Pontevedra
Day 4
Portugal and Southern Galicia
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Today's exploration is characterised by the two neighbouring countries, separated by the River Miño. The river divides the south of Galicia and Portugal with two towns looking back at each other on each side of the valley. Marked by defensive forts and viewpoints, your journey is carpeted with “Rías Baixas” vineyards that links the towns you visit today.
Accommodation
Hotel Palacio del Carmen★4 star
Activities
Portugal and Southern Galicia Full-Day Tour
Tui
Valenca do Minho
A Guarda
Baiona
Vigo
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Santiago de Compostela
Baiona
Tui
Valença
A Guarda
Vigo
Day 5
Costa da Morte and Finisterre
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Spend the day visiting the villages and towns that take you slowly towards the Cape of Fisterra. This small town was considered the end of the earth for the Romans. First, visit the rugged, dangerous Costa da Morte is a must for all those visiting Galicia, the death coast got its name from the huge amount of shipwrecks that have ended up here due to its position jutting out from the coastline.
Accommodation
Hotel Palacio del Carmen★4 star
Activities
Costa da Morte and Finisterre Day Trip
Noia
Muros
Fisterra
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Santiago de Compostela
Fisterra
Noia
Muros
Day 6
Goodbye Santiago ¡
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You'll be transferred to Santiago airport for your departure to your next destination.
Activities
Mercado de Abastos de SantiagoOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Parador de Santiago de Compostela to Santiago de Compostela Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Santiago de Compostela
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What’s included?
5 nights accommodation
15 activities
5 breakfasts
Airport transfer
Entrance fees
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
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AU$ 3,650/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Spain, Portugal in 6 days
4-star accommodation
24/7 in-destination support from your local designer
