• From Santander or Llanes: Covadonga Lakes & Cangas de Onis From Llanes: Lakes of Covadonga and Cangas de Onis Day Trip
  • From Santander or Llanes: Covadonga Lakes & Cangas de Onis From Llanes: Lakes of Covadonga and Cangas de Onis Day Trip
  • From Santander or Llanes: Covadonga Lakes & Cangas de Onis From Llanes: Lakes of Covadonga and Cangas de Onis Day Trip
  • From Santander or Llanes: Covadonga Lakes & Cangas de Onis From Llanes: Lakes of Covadonga and Cangas de Onis Day Trip

From Santander or Llanes: Covadonga Lakes & Cangas de Onis From Llanes: Lakes of Covadonga and Cangas de Onis Day Trip

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ID: GYG417223-1131017
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Country: Spain

Duration: 08:00 hours


Description

The Lakes of Covadonga are a must-see when visiting the Principality of Asturias in northern Spain. Complete a perfect day with a visit to the historic town of Cangas de Onís.
Asturias is the region that has it all. Find out why they say that paradise is in Asturias on a full-day trip that takes you past its blue lakes, green hillsides, and stunning coastline. Marvel at the mountains of Covadonga and learn the secrets that they hold.
The tour starts from Santander and takes you past many Asturian and Cantabrian treasures. Learn about the history of this region as you drive into Covadonga Mountain National Park and up to Mirador de Entrelagos – the viewpoint between 2 lakes – where you'll take in Ercina and the Enol below.
After visiting the Lakes of Covadonga, venture down to the Royal Site of Covadonga, home to the Virgen of Covadonga. Popularly known as La Santina, this site has a majestic Basilica built from stones from the surrounding mountains.
The next stop is Cangas de Onís. Once the capital of the Kingdom of Asturias, this small town is home to a charming bridge with an incredible history. Learn all about this town from your guide and snap a picture of the famous victory cross.

Highlights

  • Admire panoramic views of glacially fed lakes in the Covadonga Mountains
  • Visit the tomb of Asturias' founder, King Pelayo, in Santa Cueva de Covadonga
  • Admire the Covadonga Basilica which was built with stone cut from the mountains
  • Hear the story of the Santina that disappeared during the Spanish Civil War
  • Discover Asturian specialties at restaurants and cideries in Cangas de Onís

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour includes a moderate amount of walking
In some days, due to the limited access to the lakes, the order of the itinerary could be modified
Meet at the bus station of Llanes. Your guide will be wearing the Buendía Tours logo. Your guide will not wait for latecomers due to the strict schedule of the itinerary. To avoid delays, please make sure to arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour.
INCLUDED
  • Professional Guide
  • Ticket to Lagos de Covadonga
  • Visit to Covadonga: Basilica and the holy cave.
  • Visit to Cangas de Onis.
  • Free time in the Lakes, Covadonga and Cangas de Onis
  • Roundtrip transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
NOT INCLUDED

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

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.