Receptive tourism companies in Cantabria

RECEPTIVE TOURISM COMPANIES IN CANTABRIA

Our receptive travel agencies in Cantabria have a deep knowledge of the environment, in this way we can create the best trips, with unique encounters, always being respectful of the environment and all traditions.

We offer you a great diversity of tourist options and we show you all its traditions, both from Cantabria and the neighboring regions: Basque Country, La Rioja, Asturias, Castilla y León, as well as Galicia and the Camino de Santiago.

We present some of the most attractive plans to make when you arrive in Cantabria:

Natural Parks: we offer you visits to the magnificent protected natural areas that the province has, among many others we highlight: the House of Nature of Pesaguero in Liébana, located in an ideal enclave for the interpretation of the natural environment of Lebaniego; The Ornithological Center of the Ebro Reservoir in Campoo de Yuso, located in an old military parade and reference center for visitors to the Protected Natural Spaces; the Natural Park of the Collados del Asón, a superb location where you can appreciate the beauty of all kinds of landscapes, especially the shapes caused by the ice in its mountains; or the Pasiegos Valleys, a place where you can enjoy its variety of landscapes and enjoy a nature full of biodiversity of habitats and species.

Cabárceno Nature Park:it is an enclosure naturalized by man, located in the town of Cabárceno, one of the biggest tourist attractions in northern Spain. It has about 120 animal species in semi-freedom, with a karst landscape of 750 hectares in which they can be contemplated

magnificent gorges, tranquil lakes and a multitude of rocky figures.

Mountain routes:if you like the mountain and green landscapes, this is certainly a good option. We offer you various places such as the Route of Fuente Dé, in Picos de Europa, it is a stunning area, which is usually ascended by cable car to enjoy wonderful views from there. Another great route is El Desfiladero de la Hermida, with a length of 21 kilometers, the longest gorge in the country and with magnificent panoramas! Other unforgettable images are those that you can contemplate if you visit the Route of the Pasiegos Valleys and El Alto del Caracol with its incredible valleys and small towns, among many others.

Bike routes:The different paths, greenways and trails that we can find in Cantabria, make bike routes one of the preferences when it comes to enjoying the images that give us the territory and its nature. Routes such as Campoo-Bárcena Mayor, which covers two of the most emblematic valleys of Cantabria; or like the Besaya Greenway, where you will discover wonderful places like Suances or Santillana del Mar; any of them will make you enjoy your adventure to the fullest.

Learning to orient yourself:we propose the adventure of learning to locate yourself in the environment exactly, know the exact point of your position and know where you should go. Basic knowledge to be able to venture into the beautiful Cantabrian mountains and thus be able to enjoy to the maximum with our expeditions.

Picos de Europa:these impressive mountains are part of the immense Cantabrian Mountains, belonging to the provinces of León, Cantabria and Asturias. Among them, we can find the Picos de Europa National Park, a place of immense scenic attraction and the second largest protected area in the country, declared a Biosphere Reserve in 2003.

Birdwatching:Thousands of birds arrive in Cantabria every spring with the intention of spending the summer in the natural parks and marshes, once autumn arrives they return their trip to warmer places. We put different guided routes for this practice at your disposal: The Natural Park of the Marshes of Santoña, the Natural Park of Oyambre or the Bay of Santander are the best known.

Routes along the coast:Cantabria has magnificent beaches of fine sand and crystal clear waters, but it is also true that, next to them, there are green meadows, a set that gives you the opportunity to enjoy nature to the fullest. We can find places like Laredo, Suances, Langre, Comillas, Loredo or San Vicente de la Barquera.

Boat routes: a proposal that cannot be ruled out is to take boat trips through the Bay of Santander, make boat routes to the beautiful Playa de El Puntal or maritime excursions such as the Biodiversity excursion on the Island of Mouro and vision of the seabed with more than forty different species of fish in its waters, whenever the sea allows it.

Pinchos routes:in Cantabria, going out for an aperitif or a pincho is a real tradition, especially on holidays or weekends. What better way to do tourism than to follow this magnificent practice? We recommend the best places to feel like a Cantabrian.

Visits to wineries:Cantabria has a wide range of wineries to visit. We propose guided tours of its facilities to get to know first-hand the elaboration processes and carry out tastings.

Visit to anchovy canneries:a great proposal is to know the whole process of making the famous Anchovies of Santoña, to know the facilities and of course, to taste the products of the canneries.

Visit to producers of sobaos and quesadas:Without a doubt, the most typical products of Cantabria are the sobaos pasiegos and quesadas, you can not stay without visiting their facilities, observe how they make the elaborations in their small workshops and much less, leave the province without tasting their products.

Restaurants specialized in fish and seafood:one of the advantages of Cantabria is its location, thanks to being on the shores of the Cantabrian Sea you can taste in its restaurants the best and freshest fish and seafood. We have at your disposal a list where we recommend the best places where you can go to enjoy these products.

Visit to cheese factories and farms:we offer visits to farms and cheese factories so that you can get to know the rural world from the inside. You will be able to be in direct contact with animals and producers, get to know first-hand their work, their daily care and participate in the tasks they perform.

Visit to pomace distilleries:a unique proposal to learn from the hand of its producers how the entire process of distillation of pomace, a typical product of Cantabria, is carried out.

Visit to beer producers:great temptation of this guided tour with tastings included, in addition to other experiences

focused on beer. Cantabria, has about twenty breweries where you can discover the artisan technique.

Visit to craft workshops:Cantabria offers you the possibility of learning techniques that seem forgotten, such as archery or cutlery among others. Proposals as varied as making your own musical instrument or traditional albarcas (one-piece wooden footwear used to protect your feet from water and dirt on the ground).

 

Our agencies offer you configured trips and also tailored to your needs

Featured Tours

Night walks in Peña Cabarga

Ofrecido por Nansa Natural

¿Has visto la espectacular bahía de Santander por el día?, pues aún te falta disfrutar de la maravillosa vista nocturna.

Durante esta fácil ruta de unas tres horas y media aproximadamente, descubrirás un paisaje minero que ha dejado huella en el territorio y la riqueza patrimonial de este espacio natural. En NansaNatural sabemos que la única forma de conservar el patrimonio es ponerlo en valor y difundirlo.

La sierra de Cabarga es, además de un mirador paisajístico excepcional, con altos valores naturales, un entorno donde se han localizado numerosos restos arqueológicos que nos hablan de la presencia humana en este entorno desde antiguo.

Y finalizamos la ruta invitándote a una degustación con productos de Cantabria.

3 Horas aprox.

Night walks in Peña Cabarga

Provided by Nansa Natural

Have you seen the spectacular bay of Santander by day? Well, you still need to enjoy the wonderful night view.

During this easy route of approximately three and a half hours, you will discover a mining landscape that has left its mark on the territory and the heritage wealth of this natural space. At NansaNatural we know that the only way to conserve heritage is to value it and spread it.

The Sierra de Cabarga is, in addition to an exceptional scenic viewpoint, with high natural values, an environment where numerous archaeological remains have been located that tell us about the human presence in this environment since ancient times.

And we end the route by inviting you to a tasting with products from Cantabria.

3 Hours about

Explore Northern Spain

Ofrecido por Bonito Norte

En este viaje, hemos seleccionado algunos de nuestros favoritos del norte. Te llevaremos a lugares, personas, bodegas, paseos y experiencias que no encuentras por tu cuenta. Creemos que este es el mejor tour de 8 días para darte un homenaje con nuestros hitos escogidos del norte de España. Vacaciones activas combinadas con vino y gastronomía en la España verde atlántica. Disfruta de encuentros con lugareños y déjate impresionar por rincones de España que ni siquiera sabías que existían. ¡Explora las joyas del norte de España con nosotros!

Explore Northern Spain

Provided by Bonito Norte

On this tour we have cherry picked a part of our favorite places, people, wineries, walks and experiences and we believe this is the ultimate 8 days tour to explore the gems of Northern Spain. Active holidays combined with wine and gastronomy in green Atlantic Spain! Experience meetings with locals and a part of Spain you did not even know existed – explore the gems of Northern Spain with us!

Explore Galicia

Ofrecido por Bonito Norte

Vente con nosotros a explorar Galicia, – uno de los secretos mejor guardados de la Península Ibérica. Pasea por las reservas naturales a lo largo de las hermosas Rías Baixas, la costa atlántica y los tesoros de la cultura románica en el Cañón de la Ribera Sacra. Disfruta del marisco con un Albariño y déjate impresionar por los viticultores heroicos, que elaboran vinos míticos con la Mencía. Acabamos el viaje en Santiago de Compostela donde peregrinos de todos los rincones del mundo terminan el Camino. ¿Sabes guardar un secreto?

Explore Galicia

Provided by Bonito Norte

Join us to explore Galicia – one of Spain’s best-kept secrets! Wander the nature reserves along the beautiful Rías Baixas, the Atlantic coast and the Romanesque culture treasures in the Ribera Sacra Canyon. Enjoy seafood with Albariño wines and admire the heroic winegrowers crafting mythical Mencías. We round up in Santiago de Compostela where pilgrims from all corners of the World end St. James Way. Can you keep a secret?

Interpretative routes along ancient paths

Ofrecido por Nansa Natural

Las rutas de Nansa Natural son una forma muy interesante de hacer un turismo sano y alternativo, siguiendo los antiguos caminos ganaderos y los itinerarios históricos que atravesaban el valle del Nansa de camino a la Meseta. En Nansa Natural nos gustan los caminos antiguos. Necesitamos estas viejas rutas, no podemos dejar que se pierdan porque nos hablan de nuestra historia y de la vida de sus gentes.

Si sois un grupo de amigos y quieres hacer una de nuestras rutas por caminos antiguos puedes ponerte en contacto directamente con nosotros para comprobar disponibilidad y precio.

3,30 Horas aprox.

Interpretative routes along ancient paths

Provided by Nansa Natural

The Nansa Natural routes are a very interesting way of doing a healthy and alternative tourism, following the old livestock trails and historical routes that crossed the Nansa valley on their way to the Meseta. In Nansa Natural we like old paths. We need old routes, we cannot let them get lost because they tell us about our history and the life of its people.

If you are a group of friends and you want to do one of our routes through old paths, you can contact us directly to check availability and price.

3.30 hours approx.

April, Summer, Autumn

3.30 hours approx.

Forest baths in Cantabria

Ofrecido por Nansa Natural

Una experiencia sensorial para conectar nuevamente con la naturaleza y con nosotros mismos… ¿nos damos un Baño de Bosque en Cantabria?.

Los Baños de Bosque son una experiencia sensorial en los que realizamos un paseo consciente, no son una ruta de senderismo al uso. Sobre todo, en estos paseos disfrutamos del momento, realizamos actividades de meditación y conectamos plenamente con la naturaleza, sin prisas, prestando especial atención a los sentidos.

Existen distintas opciones: Puedes venir solo, en pareja, en familia, en grupo. Disfrutar por la mañana o por la tarde. Añadir un picnic o una cena en Potes (Liébana). Será una experiencia especial donde te relajarás y liberarás tensiones.

Consúltanos fechas. Necesaria reserva previa.
Esta actividad se realiza con un mínimo de 6 personas adultas, pero si quieres un Baño de Bosque en exclusiva no dudes en preguntarnos.

¿Te gustaría reservar un Baño de Bosque privado para un grupo o regalarle a alguien esta experiencia?. Cuéntanoslo en un mail (nansanatural@gmail.com) y buscamos la fecha idónea.

2,30h

Forest baths in Cantabria

Provided by Nansa Natural

A sensory experience to reconnect with nature and with ourselves … Shall we take a Forest Bath in Cantabria?

The Forest Baths are a sensory experience in which we make a conscious walk, they are not a normal hiking route. Above all, on these walks we enjoy the moment, do meditation activities and fully connect with nature, without rushing, paying special attention to the senses.

There are different options: You can come alone, as a couple, as a family, in a group. Enjoy in the morning or afternoon. Add a picnic or dinner in Potes (Liébana). It will be a special experience where you will relax and release tension.

Ask us for dates. Necessary prior reservation.
This activity is carried out with a minimum of 6 adults, but if you want an exclusive Forest Bath, do not hesitate to ask us.

Would you like to reserve a private Forest Bath for a group or give someone this experience as a gift? Tell us in an email (nansanatural@gmail.com) and we look for the ideal date.

2,30 h

Gastronomic Getaway

Ofrecido por Exploring Cantabria

Descubre Cantabria a través de sus sabores! Transfer al aeropuerto Severiano Ballesteros, Santander • 3 noches en un boutique hotel con desayuno • Transporte privado en minivan (Renault Traffic 9 plazas) • Visita y degustación en viñedo, zona Trasmiera • Visita a la fábrica de anchoas, Santoña • Circuito Termal y masaje en Hotel – Balneario of Solares • Menú degustación en restaurante Michelin (extras no incluidos- pan y bebidas) • Menú degustación en el rest. Palacio Mijares (bebida no incl.) • Visita a fábrica de sobaos y quesadas en Valles Pasiegos • Visita guiada en destilería Siderit con clase para hacer un gin-tonic • Visita al Capricho Gaudí, Comillas • 1 clase de cocina privada “tapas creativas” o bien una visita privada por Santander con “tapas tour”

4 días

Gastronomic Getaway

Provided by Exploring Cantabria

Discover Cantabria through its flavours! Transfer to the airport Severiano Ballesteros, Santander – 3 nights in a boutique hotel with breakfast – Private transport in minivan (Renault Traffic 9 seats) – Visit and tasting in a vineyard, Trasmiera area – Visit to the anchovy factory, Santoña – Thermal circuit and massage at Hotel – Balneario of Solares – Tasting menu at Michelin restaurant (extras not included – bread and drinks) – Tasting menu in rest. Palacio Mijares (drinks not incl.) – Visit to the sobaos and quesadas factory in Valles Pasiegos – Guided visit to the Siderit distillery with gin and tonic making class – Visit to Capricho Gaudí, Comillas – 1 private cooking class “tapas creativas” or a private visit to Santander with “tapas tour”.

4 days