Private Day Trips from Santander

Santillana del Mar, Comillas, the Altamira Museum, and the Picos de Europa are highlights of Cantabria that you can explore on a private tour from Santander, which includes a guide dedicated to your group.

Santander Private Tours

When staying in Santander, take advantage of private excursions that include hotel pick-up at 9 am, return transfer, and an English-speaking guide:

Western Coast of Cantabria (9 hours)

This tour begins in Santillana del Mar, where you'll walk its cobbled streets to the Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana, a Romanesque architecture example. Next, visit Comillas to see modernist landmarks like the Sobrellano Palace, the Pontifical University, and Gaudí's Capricho. Lunch will be in the fishing village of San Vicente de la Barquera, followed by a visit to the Altamira Museum and its neocave featuring prehistoric cave paintings.

Santillana del Mar and Altamira Museum (4 hours 30 minutes)

Departing from Santander, visit Santillana del Mar and explore its streets and the Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana, with free time for further exploration. The tour concludes at the Altamira Museum, home to a replica of the Altamira Cave.

Picos de Europa Tour (11 hours)

This tour takes you to Fuente Dé for a cable car ride to 1823 meters, providing stunning views. Visit the Monastery of Santo Toribio de Liébana, and enjoy lunch in Potes. The tour concludes with a visit to El Soplao Cave, a geological marvel.

Pasiegos Valleys Food Tour (10 hours)

Start in Santoña, touring Conservas Emilia to learn about anchovy production. Proceed to Noja for a wine tasting at Bodegas Vidular, then enjoy lunch in the Pasiegos Valleys. Finally, visit the Sobaos Joselín factory in Selaya to taste local pastries.

Advantages of a private excursion

Private tours offer personalized service, flexible itineraries, and potential cost savings for larger groups.

Please note

The Altamira Museum is closed every Monday.