Covadonga Day Trip (Small Group)
The lakes of Covadonga, the Holy Cave, the Sanctuary, Cangas de Onis... Enjoy this and much more with this reduced-group excursion from Oviedo. It'll be an unforgettable day!. Tour Details. At the designated time, we will pick you up from your...
- 8 hours
- Open on Mon, Wed, Fri
The lakes of Covadonga, the Holy Cave, the Sanctuary, Cangas de Onis... Enjoy this and much more with this reduced-group excursion from Oviedo. It'll be an unforgettable day!
Tour Details
At the designated time, we will pick you up from your selected meeting point and head to Covadonga in a minibus, with a group of maximum 8 people. Our first stop will be Ercina Lake in Picos de Europa National Park, providing close access to the lakes without extensive walking. We will view the famous lakes of Covadonga from the Entrelagos viewpoint.
Next, we will visit the Holy Cave of Covadonga to see the image of La Santina and the remains of Don Pelayo, the first king of the Asturian monarchy. Following this, we will explore the Basilica of Santa María la Real, an example of neo-Romanesque architecture.
We will continue to Cangas de Onis, where you will have an hour to experience the local Asturian gastronomy. Afterward, we will visit the Roman Bridge and the Santa Cruz chapel. The tour will conclude with our return to the meeting point after a total of 8 hours.
Meeting Points
This activity has departures from Oviedo, Avilés, and Gijón. Depending on your selection, we will meet you at one of the following places on the day of the tour:
Oviedo: Oviedo train station, under the clock on the facade (Calle Uria, 33004 Oviedo, Asturias)Avilés: Avilés train stationGijón: Bohemia street, 1
Prices
Included
- Transport by minibus
- English–speaking guide
- Small group tour with no more than 8 people
Not included
- Lunch
Tips
- Accessibility: No, this activity requires visitors to be in good physical shape