Private Puente Viesgo Caves Full-Day Tour from Santander

4.9
(12 reviews)

9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

HIGHLIGHTS
• Visit caves of El Castillo and Las Monedas, both with cave paintings
• Visit the village of Puente Viesgo 
• Visit the Neocave in the Altamira Museum
• Visit the villages of Santillana del Mar and Puente Viesgo

SUMMARY

On this unforgettable day, you will visit the Altamira Museum and its Neocave (this is a replica of the famous Altamira Cave), this first visit will serve us as a good introduction to the history of Paleolithic art in Cantabria. You will also enjoy a private visit to the famous caves of “El Castillo” and “Las Monedas” in Puente Viesgo (both declared World Heritage by Unesco since 2008). This proposal to visit a real cave with cave art in a private visit is a rare opportunity you cannot miss out if you like paleolithic art!.

To complete this day, you will also visit the village of Puente Viesgo and Santillana del Mar, one of the nicest and best-conserved villages of the middle-age in Spain.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entrance ticket to Las Monedas Cave
Driver/guide
Entrance ticket to Altamira Museum -Neocave
Entrance ticket to El Castillo Cave
Transport by private vehicle
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up at your hotel in Santander. If your accommodation is outside the city, please contact us to agree on a meeting place.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    This has has been declared World Heritage by Unesco and it is one of the most important caves in the world for its cave paintings. Please notice that the regular visit is in Spanish. Please contact us if you want to have a private tour in English or someone translating the visit for you into English.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2

    This cave had been declared World Heritage by Unesco in the year 2008. Please notice that the regular visit is in Spanish. Please contact us if you want to have a private tour in English or someone translating the visit for you into English

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3

    We will enjoy this unforgettable visit to Santillana del Mar, one of the most beautiful villages in Spain

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    You will visit the Altamira Museum and the so-called "neocave", this is a replica of the Altamira Cave, declared word heritage in 1985 for its valuable cave art.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Supplied by EXPLORING CANTABRIA

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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