Walking the Picos de Europa

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duration 8 days
tour type Group
age requirement 16+ yrs
max group size 16
guiding method Live Guide/Instructor

Starts Arenas De Cabrales, Spain
Ends Arenas De Cabrales, Spain

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Diverse walks in Spain's oldest national parkIncredible wildlife including Chamois, Golden eagles and Griffon vulturesTraditional mountain villages in the valleys of Green SpainFamilyrun hotel with stunning panoramic views

Start and end in Arenas De Cabrales, the trip Walking The Picos De Europa is a guided trekking tour that takes 8 days. You will travel through Arenas De Cabrales, Bobia, Canales and 3 other destinations in Spain. Walking The Picos De Europa is a small group trip which includes accommodation in hotels and others.

Spain's third-highest mountain range, the Picos de Europa is a region of dramatic limestone peaks and lush valleys. Carpeted in beautiful wildflowers in spring, this area is also known as 'Green Spain'. Its terrain, tranquillity and inaccessibility make the Picos a walker's paradise. Chamois, Griffon vultures, Golden eagles and many other species are regularly seen, and, although more rarely spotted, bears, wolves and boars still survive in this incredible wilderness. We base ourselves at the friendly, family-run Hotel Torrecerredo, positioned in the heart of the region and offering breathtaking panoramas of the highest peaks from its welcoming bar and restaurant. *Temporary changes due to COVID-security measures.**Last updated: 22nd October 2020*At Exodus we acknowledge our responsibility to have the most up-to-date information on anything that will affect our customers on holiday, and to communicate this to our customers as effectively as possible.Our general global COVID security measures are described in our Travel">https://www.exodus.co.uk/travel-safety-charter">TravelSafety Charter, and changes will be made to these measures as required by the global pandemic situation.However, we also expect there to be requirements, measures and sometimes itinerary changes that apply to certain trips only, and may well be temporary measures. We have highlighted all known changes in the section below. *Entry requirements*For all trips, having the correct documentation and visa, if required, remains the customer’s responsibility based on their own nationality. We therefore encourage all travellers to check entry requirements using the travel advice of their home nation for the relevant destination. For UK passport holders that is https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-adviceThe">https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice">https://www.gov.uk/foreign-tra... Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) currently advises against all non-essential travel to Spain. Information on local restrictions will be updated in 2021, closer to the time when trips are operational again.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

5 - Excellent

Based on 48 reviews

Perfect holiday

5 - Excellent

On Apr 16 2017

“This was a great week from start to finish. Each walk was different and always through a stunning landscape and the walks were challenging enough to feel a sense of achievement at the end of the day. Jim and Pilar and the rest of the team at the hotel were great; welcoming, friendly and experts about the local area. Nothing was too much trouble for them. It was the best holiday I've been on in ages.”

Splendour in the Picos!

5 - Excellent

On Apr 16 2017

“This trip was amazing - the hotel is great, food incredible (even for non meat eaters), generous hospitality, excellent location. The walks vary, all are magnificent. The area is so untouched by modern life and tourism, it is a real treat for the senses. The location of the hotel is lovely, pretty shops, bars and restaurants - all only about 3-4 minutes away.”

Totally amazing week spent in the Picos

5 - Excellent

On Apr 16 2017

“The Picos is a fantastic area with wonderful scenery and mountain terrain. To walk in the Picos was a great way to see the area and get up and close to the peaks. The hotel was great with a lovely terrace bar over-looking the valley and peaks and it was a great way to end the day with a beer in hand here (who needs telly). The food at the hotel was amazing and the staff at the hotel went out of their way to ensure that all guests had a memorable experience - I know I did. I am vegetarian and did not struggle at all for food, the hotel caters for vegetarians and there was always a veggie option available - even packed lunches.”

Walking the Picos de Europa

5 - Excellent

On Apr 16 2017

“Just returned from a fabulous week in the mountains in Northern Spain. We had 5 exciting walks up to 2000m with optional scrambling to the peak on our last walk. Suited us (mum and 16 year old son) brilliantly for Half term. Wonderful guide, fellow walkers, hotel etc. It was a really relaxing way to holiday as there was zero stress (nothing to organise) but physical challenge each day. The canoeing on the free day was a rest from walking, however 15km of upper body workout.....and lots of fun.”

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ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1: Start Arenas de Cabrales.
Day 2: Visit the Arenas de Cabrales valley; pastures of Vanu and spectacular views- Moderate departure (level 3)
Day 3: Ascent to Pandescura peak with superb views of the Western Massif- Moderate departure (level 3)
Day 4: Classic Cares Gorge walk, one of the most popular walks in Spain- Moderate departure (level 3)
Day 5: Free day. Optional activities include caving, self-guided canoeing, canyoning or a trip to the coast- Moderate (level 3) & Challenging (level 5) departures
Day 6: Summit of Peña Main, one of the classic viewpoints of the Picos; continue on to Pandebano Col- Moderate departure (level 3)
Day 7: Walk up to the twin summits of Mancondiu offering fantastic views of the Central and Eastern Massifs- Moderate departure (level 3)
Day 8: End Arenas de Cabrales.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

All breakfasts, 5 picnic lunches and 6 dinners includedAll accommodationTransfer for group flights

Others

7 nights at the Hotel Torrecerredo5 days centre-based walking; 1 free dayGroup normally 4 to 16, plus local leader. Min age 16 yrsAltitude maximum 2214m, average 1000mChallenging departures availableReasonable fitness required

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Any international flights to/from Arenas De Cabrales are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
Travel insurance is not included in this Walking the Picos de Europa tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. We recommend purchasing it from World Nomads.

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