From Gijón or Oviedo: Covadonga Lakes & Sanctuary and Cangas From Gijón
ID: GYG571091-975581
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
We will visit Covadonga Sanctuary in the early morning, Covadoga Lakes in the afternoon and will have lunch in Cangas de Onís.
Visiting Covadonga Lakes, Covadonga Sanctuary and Cangas de Onís will make you enjoy Asturian medieval history, Picos de Europa sceneries, Covadonga Holy and Pilgrimage Place, as well as stroll through Cangas de Onís.
Our first target is Covadonga Sanctuary for visiting the Holy Cave, inside which the “Santina” stands and Pelayo, the first king of the Asturian monarchy, graveyard remains. Right after we will have access to the church, see the Holy Cave in the distance and enjoy a short break before we drive up all the way to Ercina lake.
Once in the mountains we will have the chance to reach the Entrelagos viewpoint from where to observe both Covadonga Lakes and the alpine landscapes that surround us. The bucolic atmosphere reminds us pastoral life and artisan cheese making are part of these Cantabrian mountains.
We now go to Cangas de Onís for having lunch be delighted by the so-called Roman Bridge.
Highlights
- Visit the very first National Park to be established in Spain
- Admire the beauty of the alpine sceneries at the Covadonga Lakes
- Dive deep into Medieval Times and Covadonga Battle
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Parking lot right in front of Silken Hotel
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
