Cantabria West Coast Small-Group Day Trip from Santander

En primer lugar, la idea del grupo reducido es un acierto. Permite generar un vínculo con el resto de turistas y que el ...

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Want to leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind? Breathe in fresh air on this day trip to the western coast of Cantabria as you admire beaches, cliffs, and cobbled streets. You'll explore the beautiful towns of San Vicente de la Barquera, Comillas, and Santillana del Mar.

Details

Duration

9 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

Transport by minibus
English–speaking guide
Admission to the Altamira Museum and the Altamira Cave
Small groups of a maximum of 8 people

Not included

Food and drinks
Admission to Gaudí's El Capricho: 7EUR per adult and 3EUR for children aged 7 to 12

When to book

You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

9.5

Exceptional 5,669 Travelers·332 reviews

August 12, 2026
Andrea
Valencia, Spain
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María Zelaya
Madrid, Spain
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Anónimo
Spain
La recomiendo en un día Rafael nos llevó a cuatro sitios diferentes muy lindos e interesantes, nos explicó cada lugar con su respectiva historia, paga...
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Cristina
Las Palmas De Gran Canaria, Spain
Una actividad muy bien organizada para que te de tiempo de ver tantos sitios en un día. Pepe es un guia magnífico que nos explicó todo al detalle. T...
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Paqui
Orxeta, Spain
The excursion was a 10/10, and the guide Jairo was fantastic, with great explanations and always making sure everything was alright.
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Iván
Spain
What an amazing excursion! Being a small group, we thoroughly enjoyed everything, and the guide explained everything much better. 100% recommended.
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September 7, 2026
Angela Mª Muñoz Santana
La, Spain
A very nice excursion. It's well worth it; the guide Imanol was excellent and explained everything in detail.
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August 20, 2026
Anónimo
Madrid, Spain
Jairo has been very professional. The driver on 08/18 was late to pick us up at two stops and we lost time overall. Something more could be done in Sa...
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Madrid, Spain
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Barcelona, Spain
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Day Trip Details

At the designated time, we'll pick you up at the agreed meeting point in Santander or Torrelavega to begin this day trip to the western coast of Cantabria.

Our first stop of the day will be San Vicente de la Barquera, a fishing village where we'll embark on a guided tour. This town is known for its surrounding estuaries, beaches, dunes, and cliffs. Did you know this town is in the heart of the Parque Natural de Oyambre?

Afterward, we'll head to Comillas, the only modernist-influenced town in Cantabria. During the guided tour, we'll explore the heritage complex formed by the Palacio de Sobrellano and the Chapel-Pantheon of Sobrellano Palace, the Casa del Duque, and the Universidad Pontificia as we share their history.

You'll also have free time to explore this town at your own pace. During this time, you can visit El Capricho by Gaudí, a surprising building that captivates everyone with its lively colors and fascinating shapes.

Our day trip along the western coast will also take us to Santillana del Mar, famous for its medieval buildings, cobbled streets, and the Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana. Here, you'll have approximately 1.5 hours of free time so you can have lunch and explore the medieval architectural complex's towers, houses, and palaces at your own pace.

The final touch of our day trip will be entering the Altamira Museum and the Cave of Altamira, a reconstruction of the prehistoric paintings of the original cave, which was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It's an authentic journey through time to the earliest times of humankind.

Our 9-hour day trip will finish with us dropping you off at the pickup point.

Pickup Options

This day trip includes pickup at the following areas in Santander and Torrelavega:

Hotel Chiqui: 8:30 am
Hotel Palacio del Mar: 8:35 am
Gran Casino: 8:40 am
Castelar 29: 8:45 am
Calle Cádiz number 3: 8:50 am
Torrelavega, Pabellón La Habana Vieja: 9:20 am

9.5

Exceptional 5,669 Travelers·332 reviews

August 12, 2026
Andrea
Valencia, Spain
En primer lugar, la idea del grupo reducido es un acierto. Permite generar un vínculo con el resto de turistas y que el guía nos conozca y esté pendie...
With friends
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July 14, 2026
María Zelaya
Madrid, Spain
Me una experiencia hermosa, en cada lugar que se visitada la aventura era más emocionante me encantado mucho y más. El guía que me llevó que no recue...
Traveling solo
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July 6, 2026
Anónimo
Spain
La recomiendo en un día Rafael nos llevó a cuatro sitios diferentes muy lindos e interesantes, nos explicó cada lugar con su respectiva historia, paga...
As a couple
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June 27, 2026
Cristina
Las Palmas De Gran Canaria, Spain
Una actividad muy bien organizada para que te de tiempo de ver tantos sitios en un día. Pepe es un guia magnífico que nos explicó todo al detalle. T...
As a couple
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October 11, 2026
Paqui
Orxeta, Spain
The excursion was a 10/10, and the guide Jairo was fantastic, with great explanations and always making sure everything was alright.
With friends
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October 1, 2026
Iván
Spain
What an amazing excursion! Being a small group, we thoroughly enjoyed everything, and the guide explained everything much better. 100% recommended.
As a couple
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September 7, 2026
Angela Mª Muñoz Santana
La, Spain
A very nice excursion. It's well worth it; the guide Imanol was excellent and explained everything in detail.
Is this useful?
August 20, 2026
Anónimo
Madrid, Spain
Jairo has been very professional. The driver on 08/18 was late to pick us up at two stops and we lost time overall. Something more could be done in Sa...
Traveling solo
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August 11, 2026
Anónimo
Madrid, Spain
Excelente. Muy completa y bien organizada.
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August 7, 2026
Jordi
Barcelona, Spain
Imanol un excelente guía, gracias por hacer un viaje mejor
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Day Trip Details

At the designated time, we'll pick you up at the agreed meeting point in Santander or Torrelavega to begin this day trip to the western coast of Cantabria.

Our 9-hour day trip will finish with us dropping you off at the pickup point.

Pickup Options

This day trip includes pickup at the following areas in Santander and Torrelavega:

Hotel Chiqui: 8:30 am
Hotel Palacio del Mar: 8:35 am
Gran Casino: 8:40 am
Castelar 29: 8:45 am
Calle Cádiz number 3: 8:50 am
Torrelavega, Pabellón La Habana Vieja: 9:20 am

Cantabria West Coast Small-Group Day Trip