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Tour Code : TSQ
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Exodus Adventure Travels
Destinations : Spain
Tour Starts : Arenas de Cabrales
Tour Ends : Arenas de Cabrales
Group Size : 4 - 15
Ages : 16+
Activity :
8 days from
NOK 16 460

Overview

Enjoy walks in the beautiful Picos de Europa

The Picos de Europa, the third-highest mountain range in Spain, is a region of dramatic limestone peaks and lush valleys. Carpeted in beautiful wildflowers in spring, this area is also known as Green Spain. The terrain, tranquillity and inaccessibility make the Picos a walker’s paradise. Chamois, griffon vultures, golden eagles and many other species are regularly seen. Seen less are the bears, wolves and boars that roam the wilds here. We base ourselves at the family-run Hotel Torrecerredo, positioned in the heart of the region and offering panoramas of the highest peaks from its bar and restaurant. Did you know you can travel by train to this trip? Find out more here

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
  • Seven nights at the Hotel Torrecerredo
  • Five days centre-based walking; one free day
  • Group normally 4 to 16, plus local leader. Minimum age: 16
  • Altitude maximum 7,264ft (2,214m); average: 3,281ft (1,000m)
  • Challenging departures available on selected dates
  • Reasonable fitness required
  • Option to travel by train to your adventure
Included
  • All breakfasts, five picnic lunches and six dinners
  • All accommodation
Not included
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas and vaccinations
  • Single supplement

Itinerary

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Important Information

The trip destination
  • Seven nights at the Hotel Torrecerredo
  • Five days centre-based walking; one free day
  • Group normally 4 to 16, plus local leader. Minimum age: 16
  • Altitude maximum 7,264ft (2,214m); average: 3,281ft (1,000m)
  • Challenging departures available on selected dates
  • Reasonable fitness required
  • Option to travel by train to your adventure
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.

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 as Level 5 (Challenging), if you wish to ascend the higher peaks. It is important to be assured of your fitness on these departures.

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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AVAILABLE DATES PRICE (1 ADULT) PRICE (1 CHILDREN) Single room supplement TRAVEL STATUS
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 / Sat, 04 May 2024 NOK 17 150 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 04 May 2024 / Sat, 11 May 2024 NOK 17 150 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 11 May 2024 / Sat, 18 May 2024 NOK 17 150 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 25 May 2024 / Sat, 01 Jun 2024 NOK 17 150 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 01 Jun 2024 / Sat, 08 Jun 2024 NOK 17 150 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 08 Jun 2024 / Sat, 15 Jun 2024 NOK 17 150 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 15 Jun 2024 / Sat, 22 Jun 2024 NOK 17 150 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 29 Jun 2024 / Sat, 06 Jul 2024 NOK 17 150 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 06 Jul 2024 / Sat, 13 Jul 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 13 Jul 2024 / Sat, 20 Jul 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 20 Jul 2024 / Sat, 27 Jul 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 27 Jul 2024 / Sat, 03 Aug 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 03 Aug 2024 / Sat, 10 Aug 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 17 Aug 2024 / Sat, 24 Aug 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 24 Aug 2024 / Sat, 31 Aug 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 07 Sep 2024 / Sat, 14 Sep 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 14 Sep 2024 / Sat, 21 Sep 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 28 Sep 2024 / Sat, 05 Oct 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 12 Oct 2024 / Sat, 19 Oct 2024 NOK 16 460 On request NOK 3 305 Available
Sat, 19 Oct 2024 / Sat, 26 Oct 2024 NOK 16 460 On request NOK 3 305 Available
AVAILABLE DATES PRICE (1 ADULT) PRICE (1 CHILDREN) SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT TRAVEL STATUS
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 / Sat, 04 May 2024 NOK 17 150 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 04 May 2024 / Sat, 11 May 2024 NOK 17 150 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 11 May 2024 / Sat, 18 May 2024 NOK 17 150 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 25 May 2024 / Sat, 01 Jun 2024 NOK 17 150 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 01 Jun 2024 / Sat, 08 Jun 2024 NOK 17 150 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 08 Jun 2024 / Sat, 15 Jun 2024 NOK 17 150 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 15 Jun 2024 / Sat, 22 Jun 2024 NOK 17 150 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 29 Jun 2024 / Sat, 06 Jul 2024 NOK 17 150 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 06 Jul 2024 / Sat, 13 Jul 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 13 Jul 2024 / Sat, 20 Jul 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 20 Jul 2024 / Sat, 27 Jul 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 27 Jul 2024 / Sat, 03 Aug 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 03 Aug 2024 / Sat, 10 Aug 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 17 Aug 2024 / Sat, 24 Aug 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 24 Aug 2024 / Sat, 31 Aug 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 07 Sep 2024 / Sat, 14 Sep 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 14 Sep 2024 / Sat, 21 Sep 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 28 Sep 2024 / Sat, 05 Oct 2024 NOK 17 835 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 12 Oct 2024 / Sat, 19 Oct 2024 NOK 16 460 On request NOK 3 305 On request
Sat, 19 Oct 2024 / Sat, 26 Oct 2024 NOK 16 460 On request NOK 3 305 On request

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