Santiago de Compostela & Viana do Castelo Full-Day Tour

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Duration: 10h
Location: Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain | Galicia, Spain


Category: Day Trips & Excursions

Highlights:
Sacred wonders & notable landmarks of a World Heritage city
Elegant interiors of Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
Fine architecture & charming squares of Viana do Castelo
Panoramic city views from atop Santa Luzia Sanctuary
Opportunity to explore districts at your own leisure

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Santiago de Compostela and Viana do Castelo
Admission to Santiago de Compostela Cathedral and Santa Luzia Sanctuary
Pilgrim's Mass at Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
Roundtrip transportation to and from your central Porto hotel

Description:

Experience an authentic Catholic pilgrimage at Santiago de Compostela—one of the most important places in all of Catholicism. Tour the famous Cathedral and reveal the history of this World Heritage City, then stop at the city of Viana do Castelo to bask in the serenity of its nature and traditions.

After winding through the Portuguese countryside and crossing the border to Spain, you arrive at Santiago de Compostela, the capital of Galicia. This sacred destination, both a World Heritage Site and an example of historic urban regeneration, oozes charm and character. Visit its impressive cathedral, reputedly the place where St. James is buried, and admire its Romanesque and Baroque styles.

Enjoy free time and explore Old Town as you please. Grab lunch at any of the cafes and restaurants that fill the city's plazas, or wander through the cobbled streets and browse some of the local stores.

On your way back to Portugal, stop at Viana do Castelo—an elegant and traditional seaside city. Home to an abundance of fine architecture and breathtaking views of the Lima River, this city is sure to amaze you. Visit the Santa Luzia Sanctuary, located atop Mount St. Luzia, where you marvel at the intricate design of its neo-Byzantine architecture. Ascend to the top for sweeping views of the city and beach below.