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Tour Code : TSQ
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Destinations : Spain
Tour Starts : Arenas de Cabrales
Tour Ends : Arenas de Cabrales
Group Size : 4 - 15
Ages : 16+
Activity :
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Overview

Discover a hiker’s paradise in northern Spain, where golden eagles soar among towering mountains 

Explore a mountainous landscape ruled by golden eagles and griffon vultures on a walking adventure through the Picos de Europa in northern Spain. Guided by an expert tour leader, we trek through limestone peaks and lush valleys, summiting mountains to gaze over the oldest national park in the country. In the evenings, we return to our welcoming base: the family-run Hotel Torrecerredo, where we can marvel at the highest peaks from the bar and restaurant.   If you want to test yourself, join one of our Activity Level 5 (Challenging) departures. See the Itinerary and Dates & Prices tab for more details. 

Highlights
  • Diverse walks in and around the oldest national park in Spain
  • Incredible wildlife including chamois, golden eagles and griffon vultures
  • Traditional mountain villages in the valleys of Green Spain
  • Family-run hotel with stunning panoramic views
Key Information
  • Accommodation: 7 Classic nights (Hotel Torrecerredo)
  • Five days centre-based walking; one free day
  • Challenging departures available on selected dates
  • Group normally 4 to 15, plus leader. Minimum age: 16
Included
  • All breakfasts, five picnic lunches and six dinners
  • All accommodation
  • All transport and listed activities
  • Tour leader throughout
  • Group arrival and departure transfers available
Not included
  • Travel insurance
  • Single accommodation (available on request)
  • Visas or vaccinations

Itinerary

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Important Information

The trip destination
  • Accommodation: 7 Classic nights (Hotel Torrecerredo)
  • Five days centre-based walking; one free day
  • Challenging departures available on selected dates
  • Group normally 4 to 15, plus leader. Minimum age: 16
Food
All breakfasts, five picnic lunches and six dinners are included. The region has several delicious specialities to try. The area is known for producing gold medal-winning blue cheese, queso Cabrales, which is matured in some of the thousands of deep limestone caves that dot the hills. Lesser known, but equally appealing, is the local lamb cordero al la menta and a wholesome bean stew, fabada Asturiana. Fresh fish comes from the coast at Llanes and Ribadesella, a 30-minute drive away. The local wine is very drinkable, though a glass of local cider can be more refreshing. Breakfast: fruit juice, tea, freshly ground coffee, cereals, bread, cold meats, cheeses and a selection of local fruit (depending on season) offered buffet-style. There are also eggs cooked to order, sponge and anise cake. Lunch: generally includes a large bread roll, with a choice of fillings daily, chocolates and fresh fruit. Dinner: a homemade four-course meal usually consists of soup or salad to start, a choice of three main courses (meat, fish or vegetarian) and a homemade dessert. Wine: to accompany the evening meal, the hotel has a reasonably comprehensive wine list. Over the years, the hotel has developed tasty vegetarian alternatives. Please let us know in advance if you are vegetarian or have any other special dietary requirements.
Weather

There can be snowfall in the Picos as late as May, and the area is subject to rain at all times of the year (although this typically falls in the evening and rarely affects the walking). From early June to early October, the weather should be very pleasant for walking, though it is rather unpredictable and mists can come in from the coast. Those wishing to join the Picos departures at the beginning and end of the trek season should go prepared for cooler weather. In early June and late September, there may be snow on the upper reaches of the trek.

Is this trip for you?

This trip is Activity Level 3 (Moderate) with five walking days. For more information on our trip gradings please visit the Activity Level Guidelines page. If you have any queries about the difficulty of the trip please do not hesitate to contact us.

The walking is varied and spectacular, with superb scenery at the higher levels.

Over the course of the week, we tackle two classic gorges and one peak in each of the three massifs in the Picos de Europe. Most of the walking is on shepherds’ paths, disused mining paths and some sections of Roman roads, although final ascents can be quite rough underfoot.

We will be walking mountain paths throughout, and this trip is not advised for severe vertigo sufferers or those uncomfortable with steep drops.

The majority of the trip departures are Level 3 (Moderate). However, we also offer a selection of departures at Activity Level 5 (Challenging), if you wish to ascend the higher peaks. It is important to be assured of your fitness on these departures.

Level 5 ( Challenging departure) - 14 June  2025.

As in all mountain ranges, the weather is unpredictable and this may affect several walks. With changeable weather, it should be expected that on rare occasions higher-level walks may not be available. Your leader will always try to find a suitable alternative.

Prices / Dates

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