Explore the Galicia region and a famous Portuguese fortress city on a day trip from Santiago de Compostela. This fully guided tour includes a three-course lunch, along with transport from selected Santiago de Compostela hotels.
Traveling south, you will first visit Vigo, the largest city in Galicia and the region's most important fishing port. Here you will visit Castrelos Park and the tranquil gardens of the Palace Quinones of Leon.
The tour continues to Baiona, the oldest port in Galicia, where you will see a replica of Columbus' caravel La Pinta. Baiona was the first place in Europe to learn of the discovery of the Americas.
You will then cross the border into Portugal to arrive to Valenca do Minho, an 18th-century fortress city in the country's north. One of Portugal's most popular attractions, you'll visit the city's fortress bulwark to admire impressive views over the Mino River.
Enjoy free time to wander through the city's narrow streets with shops offering all kinds of typical Portuguese products including pottery, lingerie, wine and gold, before heading back to Santiago de Compostela.
Departure Dates: Seasonal March 15 to October 31 Friday
Commences: Santiago de Compostela, Spain Departure Point: No. 3 Fuenterrabia Square or selected Santiago De Compostela hotels Departure Time:
Hotel Congreso - 8:30am
Hotel Los Tilos - 8:35am
Hotel Santiago Apostol - 8:50am
Hotel Puerta del Camino - 8:55am
Hostal de los Reyes Catolicos - 9:10am
Hotel Gelmirez - 9:20am
Funterrabia Square - 9:30am
Hotel Peregrino - 9:35am
Return Details: Returns to original departure point
Additional Information
Inclusions:
Transportation by air-conditoned coach
Professional guide
3 course lunch including coffee and beverages
Hotel pick up and drop off (from selected hotels only)
Exclusions:
Gratuities (optional)
Other Information:
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Note: Flights are NOT included and unless otherwise stated above transfers and car hire are also NOT included.