Private Day Trips from Santander

Explore the breathtaking highlights of Cantabria such as Comillas, Santillana del Mar, the Picos de Europa, and the Altamira Museum with a tailored private tour starting from Santander, ensuring an exclusive experience for you and your group.

Exclusive Tours from Santander

For those spending time in Santander, a private excursion presents an excellent chance to discover key locations within Cantabria. Each outing commences with a 9 am pickup from your hotel, includes return transportation, and is led by an English-speaking guide:

Western Coast of Cantabria (9 hours)

Your adventure will commence in Santillana del Mar, a village hailed as one of Spain's most picturesque. Stroll through its charming cobblestone paths until you reach the splendid Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana, an exquisite exemplification of Romanesque architecture. Next, you will journey to Comillas, taking in masterpieces of modernist design including the Sobrellano Palace, the Pontifical University, and Gaudí's Capricho.

Lunchtime will find us in the quaint fishing village of San Vicente de la Barquera, providing a perfect setting for savoring local Cantabrian dishes. To conclude the tour, we will visit the Altamira Museum and its neo-cave, where you can marvel at the ancient cave paintings—a genuine time travel experience!

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

Departing from Santander, we set off to Santillana del Mar, renowned for its medieval charm and often referred to as "the village of the three lies". You’ll enjoy a guided walk through the streets, unveiling the finest example of Cantabrian Romanesque architecture: the Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana. Afterward, you'll have free time to wander the town and discover its hidden gems.

Our journey continues to the Altamira Museum, where a visit to the neo-cave awaits. This replica of the famed Altamira Cave, often likened to the Sistine Chapel of cave art, is an essential stop on this cultural excursion!

Picos de Europa Tour (11 hours)

The tour proceeds from Santander to Fuente Dé, a picturesque village nestled within the Picos de Europa. Here, we’ll take a cable car up to 1823 meters above sea level, offering stunning panoramic views! Our itinerary also includes a visit to the Monastery of Santo Toribio de Liébana, home to a treasured fragment of the Vera Cruz, according to local lore.

Lunch will be enjoyed in Potes, another stunning medieval village situated in the valley. Afterward, we aim to explore El Soplao Cave, a remarkable geological masterpiece!

Pasiegos Valleys Food Tour (10 hours)

Beginning in Santoña, the primary fishing port and the heart of Cantabria's canning industry, our first stop will be Conservas Emilia, where you’ll gain insight into the anchovy production process. The tour continues to Noja, where we’ll visit the Bodegas Vidular vineyard and indulge in a wine tasting paired with an aperitif.

As we wind through the verdant landscapes of the Pasiegos Valleys, a delightful lunch will be served. Finally, we conclude our day in Selaya, with a visit to the Sobaos Joselín factory, the region’s largest bakery, where tastings of their traditional offerings will be available.

Benefits of Private Excursions

Opting for a private tour allows for a much more tailored experience. You have the flexibility to schedule your tour any day of the week, adjust the itinerary as desired, and select the departure time that works best for you. Additionally, if you’re traveling as a large group, you can enjoy cost savings!

Important Information

Please note that the Altamira Museum remains closed every Monday.