Rías Baixas: Guided Day Tour from Santiago with Boat Ride

Highlights

• Visit Pontevedra's old town, one of Galicia’s best-preserved historic centers
• Discover Lanzada Beach, one of Galicia's most famous beaches
• Enjoy a river boat ride featuring traditional mussels and wine

Description

This day tour from Santiago de Compostela explores the Rías Baixas region of Galicia, combining historic sites, coastal scenery, and local gastronomy.

Depart in the morning by bus from Santiago de Compostela to Pontevedra's old town. Explore key monuments including the ruins of Santo Domingo and the Church of the Peregrina on a guided walking tour through the well-preserved historic center.

Next, visit the seaside village of Combarro, known for its traditional architecture, granaries, and stone crosses. Take a river boat ride to the mussel rafts and nearby Tambo Island, where you will taste local mussels paired with wine onboard. After the boat ride, enjoy free time for lunch.

Continue to Lanzada Peninsula to visit Lanzada Beach and the Romanesque chapel of A Lanzada. Then head to Cambados to explore Plaza de Fefiñanes, the 17th-century manor, the arch bridge, the Church of San Benito, and traditional Galician houses.

Return to Santiago de Compostela in the early evening.

Includes

• Transportation by bus
• Official Spanish/English-speaking tour guide
• Boat ride with mussel tasting and wine

Excludes

• Other food and drinks not mentioned

Important Information

• Children aged 3-12 receive a 50% discount
• Children under 3 may join free of charge

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.

Booking tip: Bring comfortable walking shoes and dress for variable coastal weather. The best time to visit is during spring or early autumn for mild temperatures and fewer crowds.