Hiking, Biking, and Sports Activities

Cantabria and its surroundings offer a variety of activities to enjoy its beautiful landscapes. With our trips, you’ll feel at home while exploring the area and its natural resources. You can go on various hiking or biking routes through green valleys, along the coast, or take mountain trails in places like the Hermida Gorge or the Fuente Dé Route in the Picos de Europa.

You also have the opportunity to engage in different water sports, such as surfing, diving, scuba diving, and even guided snorkeling excursions on many of the wonderful beaches along the Cantabrian Sea. For river adventures, you can try rafting, kayaking, canoeing, or canoe-rafting, among others, on rivers such as the most prominent, the Ebro River.

Our agencies offer both pre-planned trips and custom itineraries.

Featured Tours

Hiking in Picos de Europa – Tour Fron Santander

Offered by Exploring Cantabria
Embark on a 10-hour adventure from Santander to the Picos de Europa, with a cable car ride, a 12-kilometer hike, and a visit to the picturesque village of Potes. Immerse yourself in nature and enjoy breathtaking landscapes. Languages: Spanish, Eng...

Night walks in Peña Cabarga

Offered by Nansa Natural
Experience the stunning views of Santander by night on a three and a half hour route through a historically rich landscape. Discover archaeological heritage in Sierra de Cabarga and enjoy a tasting of Cantabrian products at the end.

Interpretative routes along ancient paths

Offered by Nansa Natural
Nansa Natural offers an engaging alternative tourism experience, guiding groups along historic livestock trails in the Nansa valley. These scenic routes celebrate local history and heritage, encouraging exploration of the region's past. Available ...

Forest baths in Cantabria

Offered by Nansa Natural
Experience a Forest Bath in Cantabria, combining mindful walking, meditation, and sensory engagement with nature. Suitable for individuals, couples, or groups, this relaxing activity offers flexible scheduling and optional picnics or dinners. Rese...

3 days Picos de Europa

Offered by Exploring Cantabria
Experience a three-day guided tour of the Picos de Europa, featuring overnight stays at Collado Jermoso and Uriellu Refuges, half board meals, insurance coverage, and photos of your trekking adventures.

Private tour of the landscapes of Picos de Europa

Offered by Exploring Cantabria
Embark on a 4x4 adventure through Los Picos de Europa, exploring stunning landscapes and towns in Cantabria and Asturias. Enjoy breathtaking views and insightful commentary from your guide, starting at the Picos de Europa Interpretation Center in ...

Northern Spain – Cantabria

Offered by Iberocycle
Explore the stunning coast and hills of Cantabria and the Picos de Europa on this 8-day tour, featuring picturesque valleys, fishing villages, unspoilt beaches, and the charming city of Santander amidst breathtaking landscapes.

Picos de Europa to Bilbao

Offered by Iberocycle
Experience a cycling tour from Cangas de Onís in Asturias to Bilbao, exploring the stunning Picos de Europa and Cantabrian Mountains, with flexible routes and varied stopovers to accommodate all cycling abilities.

Picos de Europa through Cantabria, Asturias, Castilla to Bilbao

Offered by Iberocycle
Experience a breathtaking 2-week tour of "Green Spain," exploring the stunning landscapes of Cantabria, Asturias, and the Basque Country, featuring coastal rides, majestic mountains, and the Picos de Europa. Enjoy exceptional cycling through some ...