From Santiago de Compostela: Day Trip with Wine and Cruise
ID: GYG414775-753241
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
11:00 hours
Description
Discover the wines of Galicia on this guided tour through Spain’s Ribeira Sacra region. Stop off at wineries and historic castles and cruise down the Sil River for views of the vineyards.
Fill a day with wine, art, gastronomy, and natural beauty. Visit exclusive wine cellars for a tasting and a medieval village on this guided day tour of Ribeira Sacra. Enjoy a boat ride along the Sil River between the hills where grapes are grown. Discover Galician cuisine and culture.
Start your tour from the Plaza de Galicia in Santiago de Compostela. Local guides join you in the air-conditioned minibuses. Learn about the region on the way to the Church of Santo Estevo. From the church, snap a photo of the commanding view over the river and vineyards.
Drive down Sil River for a leisurely cruise. More vineyards cover the slopes along the river. Learn about Ribeira Sacra’s wine production from your guide. After the cruise, tour an exclusive local wine cellar. 5 of the varietals grown in the region will be on hand to sample. Find your favorite.
On the way to Castro Caldelas, ask your guide for a tip on where to eat. They’ll help with reservations, too. Discover the town’s medieval charms and history. Stone streets ring the village’s church and castle. Take time to wander and grab a bite for lunch.
Make a stop at the Balcones de Madrid. The cliffs provide a sweeping panorama. Take a selfie to remember the trip. Before returning to Santiago de Compostela, visit the Monastery of San Pedro de Rocas. Walk through its weathered ruins. The tour will end with a return to the Plaza de Galicia.
Highlights
- Sample 5 wine varietals from an exclusive cellar in Spain's Ribeira Sacra
- Cruise down the Sil River for views of the surrounding hills and vineyards
- Stroll the medieval streets of Castro Caldelas that have remained intact
- Taste Galician cuisine from the northwest of Spain in a centuries-old town
- Discover incredible churches and monasteries built into cliffs and precipices
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
In the event of dangerous weather or river conditions, the local partner reserves the right to cancel the tour and provide a full refund
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Meet at the entry to the Hotel Universal at the Plaza de Galicia. Your guide will be wearing a yellow shirt and call you by name.
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 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.
