Lugo, Ribadeo & Beach of the Cathedrals Day Trip
Day Trip Details
We'll meet up at the Plaza de Galicia square and leave Santiago de Compostela behind to head northeast. After an enjoyable road journey, we'll arrive at the city of Lugo, very famous for its walls, which have been perfectly preserved. They're more than 7,000 feet long!
Once there, we'll take a guided tour of the historic center of Lugo for an hour and a half. Among the most emblematic monuments of the town is the cathedral of Santa María, a UNESCO World Heritage Site whose construction took more than a century.
Of course, we'll also visit the Roman wall, which surrounds the old town, one of the best-preserved Roman walls in the Iberian Peninsula.
After the tour of Lugo, we'll go to the second part of the excursion: the amazing beach of Aguas Santas, commonly known as the Cathedrals beach. It has this name due to the rocky forms of the fine white sand which evoke the flying buttresses of Gothic shrines.
We'll enjoy a walk around this place taking advantage of the low tide to sneak under the arches, which are more than 100 feet high. As you stroll along the beach you'll be struck by the sound of the waves crashing against these stone giants. Its beauty has earned it the official status of a Natural Monument and it's considered to be one of the best beaches in Europe.
Next, we'll visit the beautiful town of Ribadeo, located very close to Cathedrals beach. We'll admire the façade of its beautiful neoclassical Casa Consistorial, and other emblematic monuments, as well as the port. You'll also have some free time to taste the delicious Galician cuisine.
After this visit, we'll return to the bus and go back to the original starting point in Santiago de Compostela where the excursion concludes.
More Information
Duration
11 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Transport by minibus or coach
English–speaking guide
Not included
Food
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Tour Galicia
Corporate name: Tour Galicia de Compostela S.C
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Is there time to eat during the activity?
A - Yes, during the tour, you'll have between one and a half and two hours of free time for lunch. Depending on the order of the activity, which will vary depending on the tides, this lunch break will take place in Lugo or Ribadeo.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Plaza de Galicia, in front of Hotel Universal
