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Trekking in Spain - Picos de Europa

8 days
Start and end in Bilbao
4.7
44 traveler reviews
Trekking in Spain - Picos de Europa - Explore!
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Tour Operator:
Explore!
Max group size:
16
Age range:
16 to 85
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
124777

Highlights

  • Stay in the highest village at Picos de Europa
  • Trek to the base of the iconic Naranjo De Bulnes
  • Walk along cliff-cut pathways in a spectacular gorge
  • Enjoy stunning alpine views on the ascent to Aldea Col

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Join trip at Bilbao Airport. Drive to the tranquil mountain town of Sotres
  2. Day 2 Eastern massif of Picos-Caseton de Andara Refuge and Valdediezma forest
  3. Day 3 Trek to Vega de Urriello Refuge at the foot of the iconic Naranjo de Bulnes Mountain
  4. Day 4 Hike through beech forest to Treviso. Drive to the medieval town of Potes
  5. Day 5 Take the spectacular Fuente De Cable Car, walk down into the Aliva Valley
  6. Day 6 Trek through the imposing Cares Gorge to Cain
  7. Day 7 Walk from La Caballar to Tielve and try the famous Cabrales blue cheese
  8. Day 8 Drive to Bilbao Airport where the trip ends
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Operated by

Explore!

Number of tours

439

Age Range

16 to 85 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

96%

Explore is a global adventure travel company with 42 years’ experience in providing exciting and authentic travel experiences. With over 350 trips in around 100 countries, Explore’s expertly crafted itineraries combined with award-winning tour leaders, small group sizes and a commitment to...

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.5
  • 4.5
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  • A
    · May 21st, 2023
    One of the walks was very challenging but was a great sense of achievement to do it.
    Trip date: May 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · May 21st, 2023
    The decent on the trip to ruta de treviso was just incredible as was the climb to Naranjo de Bulnes, pretty tough but so enjoyable
    Trip date: May 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · May 25th, 2023
    Wildflowers and wild animals. The feeling of open space and being able to see fabulous scenery
    Trip date: May 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · May 28th, 2023
    Lunch out up the Cares gorge, night at Portes. Wonderful countryside.
    Trip date: May 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · May 28th, 2023
    Hotel hospitality and company of other party members
    Trip date: May 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · May 30th, 2023
    Cares Gorge walk was amazing. When visibility was ok on other trips, the views were also amazing.
    Trip date: May 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · May 31st, 2023
    Seeing 4 seasons in one day in "sunny" May!! Amazing scenery.
    Trip date: May 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · June 6th, 2023
    Walking the Cares Gorge - really spectacular. Seeing all the flowers in bloom on the Picos.
    Trip date: May 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · June 24th, 2023
    The walking the friendly and welcoming hotel and tge food.
    Trip date: June 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · June 25th, 2023
    Fantastic guide who was very knowledgeable about the area. Excellent walks in a beautiful part of Spain with a good group of people. Good accommodation and food.
    Trip date: June 2023
    Review collected by Explore!

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8 days
Trekking in Spain - Picos de Europa
From Bilbao to Bilbao

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      • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Spain. Ideally 2 months before travel.
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