Viator · group up to 55 pax

From Santiago: Lugo & Cathedrals Beach Guided Excursion

4.6(178)Santiago de Compostela1 hour
VIATOR3.9(28)TRIPADVISOR4.8(150)

Description

Discover the magic of Galicia’s northern coast on this exclusive full-day trip from Santiago. Unlike standard tours, we take you beyond the typical route, combining three must-see destinations in one experience: Lugo: Walk along the UNESCO-listed Roman walls, visit the old town, and immerse yourself in centuries of history. Ribadeo: Enjoy the charm of this coastal town with free time to explore its picturesque streets and harbor. Cathedrals Beach: Marvel at the breathtaking natural rock formations and arches, accessible only during low tide for a truly unforgettable visit. With small-group comfort, luxury transport, expert local guides, and carefully planned timings, our tour ensures you make the most of every stop without feeling rushed. We also include personalized commentary, insider tips, and recommendations for local gastronomy, making this experience unique and memorable. Book now to discover Galicia’s hidden gems with a tailored

Tour Options

TEMPORADA 2023

Itinerary

60 min

Lugo, a city with more than 2000 years of history and one of the greatest exponents of the Roman Empire. It´s wall being the only Roman wall that remains complete in the world and its World Heritage Cathedral since 2015, make this a wonderful city to discover. Visitors will enjoy a pleasant guided tour of this amazing city.

Admission not included45 min

Lugo a city that concentrates 3 World Heritage elements in just 10 meters. Its wall is a unique element in the world, this being the only city with a complete Roman wall, The Camino de Santiago and its Cathedral. Entrada no incluída a la Catedral

Admission included120 min

The Cathedrals Beach is without a doubt the main attraction of this excursion. This place will not leave indifferent any of the visitors. Walking through its stone arches, and seeing how the sea has carved these formations will be something that people who visit this beach will never forget.

2 min

The history of Ribadeo is linked to emigration, something very characteristic of Galician society. Their special constructions leave us a charming and very welcoming town.

Highlights

Local guide
Professional guide
National Park fees
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Live commentary on board

What's included

Included
Local guide
Professional guide
National Park fees
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Live commentary on board
Not included
Lunch
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

4.6
178 reviews
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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

Reviews(178)

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Daydream53228635903
June 14, 2026
Beach of the Cathedrals

We had a great time with Johanna and José Antonio

Operator response

Muchas gracias por vuestra reseña. Nos alegra mucho saber que habéis disfrutado de la excursión a Lugo y la Playa de las Catedrales, y que lo pasasteis tan bien con Giovanna y José Antonio. Les trasladaremos vuestras palabras, seguro que les hará mucha ilusión. ¡Esperamos volver a veros pronto por Galicia! Tour Galicia

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EvangelinaM1980
May 16, 2026
Excellent

Excellent. It was a very special day.

Operator response

Muchísimas gracias por vuestra valoración. Nos alegra saber que la excursión a Lugo y la Playa de las Catedrales fue un día tan especial para vosotros. Para nosotros es un placer poder compartir algunos de los lugares más bonitos de Galicia y hacer que la experiencia sea memorable. ¡Esperamos volver a recibiros pronto!

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adrianaV8343XA
May 16, 2026
Very pleasant guides, interesting facts, and good routes.

We wanted to visit the beach of the cathedrals, and this small tour does it very well. An hour and a half at each of the three locations (Beach of the Cathedrals, Ribadeo, and Lugo) and a bus between each place. The guides are very good, very pleasant in their explanations. Ribadeo has the attraction of the houses of the indianos, modeled after American colonial style. Lugo, the Roman wall that remains intact. It is very nice for spending the day outside of Santiago.

Operator response

Muchísimas gracias por compartir vuestra experiencia. Nos alegra saber que disfrutasteis de la excursión a la Playa de las Catedrales, Ribadeo y Lugo, y que el ritmo del tour os resultó cómodo para conocer cada lugar. También agradecemos mucho vuestras palabras hacia nuestras guías; para nosotros es muy importante que las explicaciones sean cercanas, agradables y enriquecedoras. ¡Será un placer volver a recibiros en Galicia!

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gabrielrS8092EU
April 15, 2026
A very nice day

Very good experience, in which guides and driver were great

Operator response

¡Muchas gracias por tu comentario! Nos alegra mucho saber que has disfrutado de un día tan bonito 😊 Transmitiremos tus palabras a nuestros guías y al conductor, que estarán encantados de saber que su trabajo hizo la experiencia aún más especial.

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539mariaceciliac
November 25, 2025
Excellent experience

Excellent. Very nice Lucia and the very interesting explanation I loved knowing about the history of Santiago and the buildings.

Operator response

Muchas gracias por tu opinión y por valorar tan positivamente la experiencia. Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste del tour y que las explicaciones de Lucía te parecieron interesantes. Siempre es un placer compartir la historia y el patrimonio de Galicia con viajeros tan atentos como tú. ¡Esperamos verte pronto en otra excursión!

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chirys2025
November 23, 2025
Highly recommended

The tour was great. All very well organized and time perfectly managed. The departure was punctual as was the return.

Operator response

¡Muchas gracias por tu comentario! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste del tour a Lugo y la Playa de las Catedrales. Valoramos mucho tu reconocimiento a la organización y puntualidad —trabajamos para que todo funcione con fluidez. ¡Esperamos verte pronto en otra de nuestras excursiones por Galicia!

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426kavitac
October 14, 2025
Great views, not in English

Natural.scenery was spectacular. Worth going. Although there was supposed to be an english speaking guide, our guides, english was not particularly good. There were many times when none of the english speaking clientele could understand her.

Operator response

Dear traveler, Thank you for your honest feedback and for joining our Lugo & Cathedrals Beach excursion. We're very happy to hear that you enjoyed the natural beauty of the area — it truly is one of Galicia’s treasures. However, we sincerely regret that the English explanations during the tour did not meet your expectations. At Tour Galicia, we are committed to providing clear and informative experiences for all our guests, and we take your comments seriously. We will review this situation internally to improve the quality of our bilingual tours and ensure better communication moving forward. We truly hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again and offer an experience that meets all your expectations. Warm regards,

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Trail750675
October 9, 2025
We have had a very pleasant day in the company of the guide Lucia, sorry lovely

Highly recommended. We had a good day and being able to walk along Las Catedrales beach has been great. Food in Ribadeo good, so we are very satisfied

Operator response

¡Hola! Muchas gracias por compartir tu experiencia en nuestra excursión a Lugo y la Playa de las Catedrales. Nos alegra enormemente saber que habéis disfrutado de un día tan agradable y completo, acompañado del buen tiempo, la belleza del entorno y, por supuesto, de la atención de nuestra guía Lucía. ¡Le trasladaremos tus amables palabras! También nos alegra que hayáis disfrutado de la comida en Ribadeo y que todo haya estado a la altura de vuestras expectativas. ¡Gracias por recomendarnos! Será un placer recibiros de nuevo en vuestra próxima visita a Galicia. Un saludo afectuoso,

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S200SOrociom
September 6, 2025
Beautiful excursion

She looked an excellent and super friendly guide. Professional 100% explained everything perfectly.The beautiful route, worth it

Operator response

¡Muchas gracias por tu comentario! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste de la excursión y que Lucía logró transmitirte lo mejor de cada parada. Le haremos llegar tus palabras, seguro que le hacen mucha ilusión. Será un placer volver a recibiros pronto para seguir descubriendo Galicia juntos. — El equipo de Tour Galicia

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maximanoemis
September 6, 2025
Attention! And the places

Back to you, beautiful place and attention, Lucia majisima guide!!! Lugo my first time surprised me, Ribadeo another very interesting city!

Operator response

¡Muchísimas gracias por tu comentario! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste tanto de los lugares como de la atención recibida. Lucía estará encantada de leer tus palabras, ¡le harán muchísima ilusión! Lugo y Ribadeo son lugares llenos de encanto y nos encanta haberlos descubierto contigo. Será un placer volver a recibirte muy pronto. ¡Hasta la próxima aventura con Tour Galicia!

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