Green Spain... Cantabria and the Picos de Europa

Cantabria in northern Spain offers a stunning coastline, an enviable range of historic villages and ports and the beautiful Picos de Europa mountains. Our 4 star hotel has a spectacular setting in the village of Isla, overlooking the bay and close to Santander. From here explore quaint fishing ports, Santander, Santillana del Mar and the glorious Picos de Europa.

Green Spain • Santillana del Mar • Comillas • Picos de Europa • Castro Urdiales

Day 1 Board the Brittany Ferries cruise ferry service to Santander. Relax and enjoy a night on board ship.

Day 2 Arrive in Santander and make the short drive to Isla. Check in and keep the rest of the day free to relax.

Day 3 A day at leisure to relax, spend time on the beach, in the village or enjoying the hotels facilities.

Day 4 Travel to Santillana del Mar, a fascinating village on the World Heritage List, best described as a living museum. Stroll the cobbled streets and visit the many artisan shops offering local arts and crafts. In the afternoon stop in Comillas, the 'City of Archbishops' with its grand architecture and historic centre, before returning to Isla.

Day 5 Full day to the impressive Picos De Europa mountain range. Stop in San Vicente before joining the River Deva Valley, passing through a canyon, and on to Potes, a lovely market town set high in the mountains. Those who wish can continue to Fuente Dé, and enjoy a cable car trip in to the peaks for fantastic views across the mountain range.

Day 6 To Santander with time to explore before boarding the afternoon sailing back to the UK.

Day 7 Arrive back on the south coast and travel home.

Boat Trip

A 10 day tour is also possible. If you extend your stay we highly recommend you include a boat trip of Santona Bay.
Further details available on request.

All tours are tailored to your requirements and can be adapted for travel by coach and/or air as you prefer. Occasionally itineraries change. Please see our current brochure or contact us for the latest version.

Hotel Olimpo, Isla

This 4 star hotel with a fantastic location in the village of Isla has recently undergone a full refurbishment. From the hotel’s lush gardens there is direct access onto the sandy beaches. Bedrooms all have balcony and view of the beach or gardens.

• 4 star • 69 bedrooms • Lift

• Outdoor swimming pool

• Terrace and gardens

• Coach Parking

Your tour includes:

• Return overnight ferry crossings as shown in inside cabins with private facilities

• 4 nights half board in Isla with:
Welcome drink and snacks on arrival
Buffet breakfast
3 course dinners with salad buffet, starter, choice of main and dessert
Wine and water with all dinners
After dinner tea/coffee
Live music one evening

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