Why choose this Santiago de Compostela tour ?
This excursion aims to bring the traveler to one of the most interesting routes in Galicia, the one that runs along the southern coast of the community, known as Rías Bajas / Rías Baixas .. The route offers the possibility of knowing some of the towns and landscapes most beautiful in the Galician region while allowing you to taste one of the most famous wines in Spain, the Albariño wine whose designation of origin is typical of this area. All this accompanied by a detailed explanation by our guides who have extensive practice and knowledge. In Galicia Tavels we have years of experience carrying out these types of routes and our goal is always to offer the best service to our clients in the most enjoyable and personalized way.
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What makes Excursion to Rias Baixas with Winery – Optional mussel boat a unique experience ?
It is the cradle of the Rías Baixas, of seafood and Albarino wine. This stop with a sea view is used to enjoy the good food that the town offers. An hour and a half approximately to be able to eat.
This mystical place, established in the 9th century, certainly deserves to be known in depth, accompanied by a nice walk. Its importance is not only related to its history, but its location must be taken into account, that is, on the shores of one of the most admirable beaches in Galicia. In all this, we cannot absolutely forget that this temple hosts and offers definitely popular moonlight rituals, which makes it even more unique in its kind.
To arrive in this picturesque town, one of the most beautiful in Spain, located on the banks of the Ría de Pontevedra, we will cross part of the bay of Poio.
All this beauty is conferred on it by a giant rock on which it is built, by the granaries with which it is surrounded, by the houses that overlook the sea and by several typical Galician stone crosses, called “Cruceiros”, which are on the site.
Walking through the characteristic streets and squares of this place, therefore, one has the possibility of making a true and authentic journey through time, as well as visiting an area of great ecological value.
This relaxing island, famous for its soap production and its thermal waters, is located in an area called « Red Natura 2000 », but it does not end here: we can find a small museum of the old soap factory and a fully covered chapel of shells.
A tour over the sea, through which you will be able to admire and directly face the production of mussels, oysters and scallops; We will make different stops to be able to contemplate the troughs and then be able to taste a large quantity of steamed mussels accompanied by one of the best local wines and a good shot of Crema de Orujo.
We will visit a typical wine cellar of the area called Albariño wine.
This stop gives us the opportunity to taste and try an Albariño wine.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Winery with wine tasting
- Boat ticket (optional) – It is included for those who buy the product with a boat
Not Included
- lunch
- Tip
- Boat ticket (if you have not purchased the product with the boat, which is optional by default)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Galicia Travels.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Madrid.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 188 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
