4 DAYS • 3 NIGHTS • SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA → GIJÓN
Santiago de Compostela to Gijón
Short route through Galicia and Asturias
Discover the Atlantic coast and green valleys of Galicia and western Asturias on this 4-day journey from Santiago de Compostela to Gijón, featuring dramatic beaches and charming fishing villages.
Day 1: Santiago de Compostela – Viveiro
10:00 – Reception in Santiago de Compostela. Tour and lunch. Afternoon coach to Ferrol where train and crew await. Journey to Viveiro. Tour or free time. Dinner on board.
Overnight: Viveiro | Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Viveiro – Ribadeo
Train arrives in Ribadeo. Visit Taramundi. Lunch in restaurant. Afternoon return to Ribadeo. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Overnight: Ribadeo | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Ribadeo – Luarca
Visit Ribadeo and surroundings. Lunch in restaurant. Afternoon arrival in Luarca. Tour, dinner on board, and overnight stay.
Overnight: Luarca | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Luarca – Gijón
Arrive in Oviedo. Say goodbye to train and crew. Visit Oviedo then coach transfer to Gijón. Lunch in restaurant. End of experience in Gijón.
End of Journey | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Journey Highlights
| Destination | Region | Key Attractions | Experience Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oviedo | Asturias | Cathedral, Pre-Romanesque monuments, Historic plazas | Regional capital |
| Gijón | Asturias | Cimavilla quarter, Roman baths, Chillida sculpture | Port city |
| Luarca | Asturias | White houses, Fishing harbor, Seven bridges | Fishing village |
| Ribadeo | Galicia | Old town, Gateway to Las Catedrales | Coastal town |
| Viveiro | Galicia | Medieval walls, Historic center | Walled town |
| Santiago de Compostela | Galicia | Cathedral, UNESCO Old Town, Pilgrimage endpoint | World Heritage |
| UNESCO Site | Location | Significance | Inscribed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santiago Old Town | Santiago de Compostela | Cathedral, Camino endpoint, Romanesque architecture | 1985 |
| Pre-Romanesque Monuments | Oviedo | 9th century churches: Santa María del Naranco | 1985 |
| Natural Site | Location | Highlights | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Catedrales Beach | Near Ribadeo | Natural rock arches (30m high), Sea caves | Natural Monument |
| Bay of Biscay Coast | Northern Spain | Rugged cliffs, Sandy beaches, Fishing villages | Coastal Region |
| Museum/Site | Location | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santiago Cathedral | Santiago | Romanesque masterpiece, Pilgrimage endpoint | Cathedral |
| Oviedo Cathedral | Oviedo | Cámara Santa, Gothic architecture | Cathedral |
| Experience | Location | Highlights | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asturian Cider | Gijón/Asturias | Traditional escanciado pouring, Cider houses | Natural cider |
| Asturian Gastronomy | Oviedo | Fabada asturiana, Cachopo, DOP cheeses | Asturian dishes |
| Galician Seafood | Ribadeo/Viveiro | Percebes, Pulpo a feira, Vieiras | Atlantic seafood |
| Pilgrimage Traditions | Santiago | Tarta de Santiago, Traditional Galician cuisine | Pilgrimage cuisine |