During the first days of our explore Cantabria tour we are based in Santander and in beautiful village of Santillana, 20km away from the regional capital. Our walking routes start from our cozy hotels and in the afternoon and evening we will experience fun and inspiring cooking in the kitchen as well as nights to explore on your own. We will learn and participate in local Cantabrian cooking to also take on the modern fusion cuisine. After action-packed first days, we move on to the impressive mountain sceneries at Picos de Europa National Park.
Day 1 Saturday
We fly to Bilbao and continue by bus to the seaside town of Laredo. Intro with a cheese & delicatessen tasting with the guide followed by dinner.
Day 2 Sunday
We are honored to visit an ansjovis producer in Santoña before we the walking begins with a short transfer to the lighthouse in Santander, where you walk high along the wild coast, towards the bay of Santander. A gourmet picnic lunch watching the Sea and after lunch, walk towards the boat that will take us to th city center for check in and rest. Gourmet dinner ends day 2. Hiking 10km without climb.
Day 3 Monday
A short transfer to the lighthouse in Santander, where you walk high along the wild coast, towards El Sardinero Beach and around the beautiful Magdalene Peninsula. Picnic lunch with a delicious fish menu. After lunch, walk towards the city center for visits to the art centre Centro Botín by Renzo Piano. Free evening in Santander. Hiking 10km without climb.
Day 4 Tuesday
We kick off with a dairy visit and continue the morning (due to the tide) with a tidal safari where marine biologist Gustavo teaches us more about life under the surface at Santander’s coast. Afternoon rest and free time before we have a cooking session with famous Chef Fran Jeréz in Santander. Hiking 6 km / 200 meters.
Day 5 Wednesday
By car we reach the Soplao cave with visit. We continue into the valley and head on to a winery close to Potes. Visit and tasting and afterwards, lunch on your own in Potes. Check in and optional 5km walk in the afternoon. Lamb chops for dinner!
Day 6 Thursday
The cable car at Fuente Dé rapidly brings us 900m higher & we begin the route of day 6 from the Cable balcony, one of the most impressive natural observation spots in Spain. The route continues through the green and Alp-like Puertos de Áliva. Traditional lunch at one of the local family restaurants. Rest and dinner in Potes.
Day 7 Friday
Today a short walk takes us to the Santo Toribio monestary. After our walk we will visit a proud cheese producer and get a tasting of the D.O. cheeses Quesucos de Liébana and Picón Bejés-Tresviso. Farewell picnic and transfer to Santander or Bilbao according to your flight schedule.

Day 8 Saturday
Free time in Santander or Bilbao according to your flight schedule. Transfer to airport on your own.