Santander Explorer Trips in 2025/2026

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Journey Across Iberia - 21 days

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Embark on a sweeping 21-day journey across the Iberian Peninsula, where grand capitals meet whitewashed villages, Moorish palaces rise above olive groves, and coastal cities hum with tradition and flavour. From Madrid to Lisbon, we trace the legacies of explorers, poets, and pilgrims—crossing from Spain’s medieval strongholds to Portugal’s sun-kissed Atlantic shores. Along the way, we stand in awe beneath Cordoba’s Mezquita, soak in the views from Ronda’s cliffside, and wander the lantern-lit alleys of old Lisbon. We sample port wine in Porto, walk the final steps to Santiago’s famed cathedral, and gaze out over the Douro and Tagus rivers.

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Lisbon, Madrid, Barcelona, San S

Lisbon, Madrid, Barcelona, San Sebastian, Santander, Oviedo, La Coruna, Santiago De Compostela, Vigo, Porto, Coimbra, Sevilla, Cordoba, Costa del Sol, Granada, Valencia

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Duration21 days

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Madrid to Galicia & Porto - 13 days

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Join this 13-day Spain and Portugal tour, beginning in Madrid with its medieval origins, Hapsburg architecture, and Bourbon landmarks. Visit Zaragoza’s Basilica of Our Lady of The Pilar, enjoy San Sebastian’s city tour and Mount Igueldo views, and admire Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum. Explore Castro Urdiales, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Covadonga, and Oviedo’s Romanesque treasures and World Heritage sites. Travel through Mondoñedo and Lugo to Santiago de Compostela for its historic centre and Cathedral. Discover the Galician Rías Baixas, Porto’s city tour, Douro River cruise, and wine cellars. Return via Ciudad Rodrigo, Salamanca, and Avila before concluding in Madrid.

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Villa

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Madrid, Porto, Salamanca, San Se

Madrid, Porto, Salamanca, San Sebastian, Santander, Oviedo, Santiago De Compostela

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Duration13 days

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Barcelona, Santiago & Madrid - 8 days

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Discover the charms of northern Spain on this 8-day journey from Barcelona to Madrid. Visit historic cities like Pamplona, Oviedo, and León, stroll elegant promenades in San Sebastián, and admire the striking coastline of Galicia. Explore Santiago de Compostela’s awe-inspiring cathedral, wander the medieval streets of Santillana del Mar, and sample fresh seafood in Vigo. Along the way, expect a mix of guided tours and free time to soak up the local atmosphere.

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Madrid, Barcelona, Pamplona, San

Madrid, Barcelona, Pamplona, Santander, Oviedo, Santiago De Compostela, Vigo, Leon

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Duration8 days

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Northern Spain & Portugal Discovered Superior - 13 days

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SUPERIOR UPGRADE: Explore Spain and Portugal on a 13-day tour staying in upgraded 4-star hotels, starting in Madrid, visiting Zaragoza’s Basilica of Our Lady of the Pilar, San Sebastian’s La Concha Beach and Mount Igueldo, Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum, and Santander’s El Sardinero beach. Admire Santillana del Mar’s historical treasures, the Sanctuary at Covadonga, and Oviedo’s Gothic Cathedral. Discover Galicia’s Mondonedo Cathedral, Lugo’s Roman walls, and Santiago de Compostela’s Cathedral. Travel through the Rias Baixas to Porto, with a panoramic city tour and Douro River cruise. Visit Coimbra’s ancient university, Fatima’s pilgrimage site, the Gothic Batalha Monastery, and Nazare before concluding in Lisbon with a city tour and a stop in Merida to explore Roman ruins.

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Madrid, San Sebastian, Fátima, L

Madrid, San Sebastian, Fátima, Lisbon, Santander, Oviedo, Santiago De Compostela, Porto

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Duration13 days

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Northern Spain & Portugal Discovered - 13 days

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Explore Spain and Portugal on a 13-day tour starting in Madrid, visiting Zaragoza’s Basilica of Our Lady of the Pilar, San Sebastian’s La Concha Beach and Mount Igueldo, Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum, and Santander’s El Sardinero beach. Admire Santillana del Mar’s historical treasures, the Sanctuary at Covadonga, and Oviedo’s Gothic Cathedral. Discover Galicia’s Mondonedo Cathedral, Lugo’s Roman walls, and Santiago de Compostela’s Cathedral. Travel through the Rias Baixas to Porto, with a panoramic city tour and Douro River cruise. Visit Coimbra’s ancient university, Fatima’s pilgrimage site, the Gothic Batalha Monastery, and Nazare before concluding in Lisbon with a city tour and a stop in Merida to explore Roman ruins.

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Madrid, San Sebastian, Fátima, L

Madrid, San Sebastian, Fátima, Lisbon, Santander, Oviedo, Santiago De Compostela, Porto

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Duration13 days

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Gastronomic Spain & Portugal - 17 days

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GASTRONOMIC TOUR: Take in the best of northern Spain and Portugal on this 17-day coach tour from Barcelona, with a focus on regional cuisine. Enjoy an included visit to La Sagrada Familia and uncover magical Madrid on a city tour. Explore the northern cities of Pamplona, Bilbao, San Sebastian, Santander and Oviedo. See the important religious sites of Santiago de Compostela, sample mussels on a Spanish Fjords cruise and enjoy a Douro River cruise in Porto followed by port wine tasting. Visit Coimbra, spend two nights in Lisbon and stop in Merida on your way to Madrid.

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Madrid, Barcelona, Porto, Coimbr

Madrid, Barcelona, Porto, Coimbra, Lisbon, Bilbao, Santander, Oviedo, Santiago De Compostela

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Duration17 days

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Iberia Encompassed - 22 days

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Discover Spain and Portugal on this 22-day tour, exploring the rich history and culture of both countries. Starting in Madrid, a panoramic city tour highlights landmarks like the Royal Palace and Prado Museum. The journey continues through Zaragoza, San Sebastian, Bilbao, and Santander, showcasing northern Spain’s beauty. Then, visit Oviedo, Santiago de Compostela, and Porto, exploring the heritage of Galicia and northern Portugal. In Lisbon, iconic sights like Belem Tower and Jeronimo's Monastery are explored before heading to Merida and Cordoba. Seville’s grand Cathedral and Plaza de Espana are visited, followed by Granada’s Alhambra and Generalife Gardens. The tour also includes Valencia’s modern City of Arts and Sciences, and Barcelona, with Gaudíis works and Montjuic Park.

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Villa

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Madrid, Barcelona, Porto, Fátima

Madrid, Barcelona, Porto, Fátima, Lisbon, Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Valencia, San Sebastian, Santander, Oviedo, Lugo, Santiago De Compostela

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Duration22 days

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Classic Northern Spain - 4 days

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Discover Northern Spain on this 4-day tour from Barcelona to Madrid, stopping in Zaragoza en route to seaside San Sebastian. Admire the Guggenheim in Bilbao before continuing to Santander, then explore the cobbled streets and Romanesque church of Santillana del Mar. Travel through the Picos de Europa to Covadonga’s mountain shrine, and end the day in Oviedo. Conclude with a visit to Salamanca’s grand Plaza Mayor before finishing in Madrid.

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Madrid, Barcelona, San Sebastian

Madrid, Barcelona, San Sebastian, Santander, Oviedo

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Duration4 days

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Barcelona, Galicia, Porto & Madrid - 13 days

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On this 13-day coach tour, travel from Barcelona to Madrid, via northern Spain and the Portuguese riverside city of Porto. See Gaudi's masterpieces in the Catalan capital, relax in San Sebastian and enjoy a visit to Bilbao in the Basque Country. Take in Santander and Oviedo on your way to Santiago de Compostela, an important pilgrimage destination in Galicia. In Porto, cruise the Douro and try local port wine before travelling to Madrid via Salamanca and the walled city of Avila.

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Madrid, Barcelona, Porto, Salama

Madrid, Barcelona, Porto, Salamanca, San Sebastian, Santander, Oviedo, Santiago De Compostela

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Duration13 days

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Best of Northern Spain & Porto - 10 days

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Explore Spain on this 10-day tour, starting in Madrid and visiting Zaragoza's Basilica of Our Lady of the Pilar. Continue to San Sebastian for panoramic views from Mount Igueldo. Admire Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum and the fishing village of Castro Urdiales, then take a guided tour of Santander. Discover Santillana del Mar’s Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana, visit the Sanctuary of Covadonga, and the Gothic Cathedral of Oviedo. Explore Mondonedo's cathedral, Lugo's Roman heritage, and Santiago de Compostela, a key pilgrimage site. Tour the scenic Rias Bajas, then cross into Portugal for a Porto city tour and wine tasting. Finally, visit Ciudad Rodrigo, the World Heritage university city of Salamanca and the historic walls of Avila before returning to Madrid.

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Madrid, San Sebastian, Santander

Madrid, San Sebastian, Santander, Oviedo, Santiago De Compostela, Porto, Salamanca

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Duration10 days

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Barcelona & Northern Spain to Madrid - 10 days

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Experience the highlights of northern Spain on this unforgettable 10-day coach tour, travelling from beautiful Barcelona to vibrant Madrid. Marvel at the architectural wonder of La Sagrada Familia and enjoy a scenic catamaran cruise along Barcelona’s stunning coastline. Stroll through the historic streets of Zaragoza and Pamplona, home to a charming medieval old town and a striking Gothic cathedral. Discover the cultural heart of Bilbao on a guided city tour, then enjoy a day trip to elegant San Sebastián, famous for its crescent-shaped bay and the golden sands of La Concha beach. Continue to the coastal gem of Santander and savour a traditional meal at a local cider house in Oviedo. See the important religious sites of revered Santiago de Compostela before taking a high-speed train to the capital, where our tour concludes.

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Santa

Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Santander, Oviedo, Santiago De Compostela

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Duration10 days

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San Sebastian, Santander & Oviedo - 4 days

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Embark on a coach tour through northern Spain in just 4 days, beginning in Madrid and travelling to the elegant coastal town of San Sebastian. Continue to Bilbao to admire the exterior of the Guggenheim Museum, then enjoy some leisure time in the charming city of Santander. Experience the historical allure of Santillana del Mar and the Shrine at Covadonga, then soak up the enchanting atmosphere of Salamanca’s Plaza Mayor before concluding your adventure back in Madrid.

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Madrid, San Sebastian, Santander

Madrid, San Sebastian, Santander, Oviedo

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Duration4 days

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12 Explorer Trips in Santander

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Journey Across Iberia - 21 days

Madrid to Galicia & Porto - 13 days

Barcelona, Santiago & Madrid - 8 days

Northern Spain & Portugal Discovered Superior - 13 days

Northern Spain & Portugal Discovered - 13 days

Gastronomic Spain & Portugal - 17 days

Iberia Encompassed - 22 days

Classic Northern Spain - 4 days

Barcelona, Galicia, Porto & Madrid - 13 days

Best of Northern Spain & Porto - 10 days

Barcelona & Northern Spain to Madrid - 10 days

San Sebastian, Santander & Oviedo - 4 days

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12 Explorer Trips in Santander

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12 Explorer Trips in Santander