Let yourself be enchanted by the beautiful Rías Baixas on this excursion from Santiago de Compostela. You'll enjoy a boat trip on the Pontevedra Estuary and a tasting of local wine and mussels.
Rías Baixas Day Trip
After meeting up at 9 am at the Capela do Pilar Church in the centre of Santiago, we'll set off on our route towards Pontevedra, capital of the province of the same name.
We'll embark on a guided tour of the historic centre of Pontevedra, one of the best preserved in Galicia. Exploring its Medieval monumental complex, you'll be captivated by the Gothic ruins of the Convent of Santo Domingo. We'll also get to admire the Renaissance influence on the city as we admire the magnificent Praza da Ferraría and the Basílica de Santa María a Maior.
Leaving Pontevedra behind, we'll next make our way to the port of the nearby town of Combarro, where a boat will be waiting for us. From here, we'll set sail across the Ría de Pontevedra. Our boat trip will take us past lush green coastal landscapes and Tambo Island, whose eucalyptus plantations stand out in the estuary. During our boat cruise, we'll also enjoy a wine tasting with mussels, one of the most characteristic delicacies of the area.
After docking back in Combarro, you'll have around two hours of free time to eat lunch in this picturesque town. Then, in the afternoon, we'll head to Praia da Lanzada, considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Galicia.
For the finishing touch on your day trip, we'll do a walking tour of Cambados, a coastal town on the Arousa Estuary which is also the capital of Albariño wine. Here, we'll get to appreciate the architectural details of the Igrexa de San Bieito church and the Pazo de Fefiñáns, a 16th-century palace home to countless incredible stories.
At the end of our full day of sightseeing, we'll make to return journey from Cambados to Santiago, where we'll arrive back at around 7 pm.
Price
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Duration
10 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Transport by bus.
Official English speaking guide.
Boat trip in Pontevedra.
Tasting of wines and mussels on board the boat.
Entry to all monuments visited.
Not included
Lunch.
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code. Specifically, this activity applies the following practices: Show more
Printed material is avoided.
No single-use plastics are used.
The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
No printing of documentation required.
Promotes local employment.
Has a gender equality policy.
Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Free cancellation
Capela do Pilar Church.
