Vigo Santiago de Compostela Shore Excursion with Guide
Description
Begin your day with a convenient pickup from the cruise port in Vigo. Meet your English-speaking guide and travel to Santiago de Compostela in an air-conditioned vehicle. Upon arrival, embark on a guided walking tour of the city’s highlights, including the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Skip the line and explore the cathedral’s interior with your guide. After the tour, enjoy some free time to explore the city at your leisure. Stroll through the charming streets, visit local shops, or relax at a café. Finally, relax on the journey back to the port in Vigo, where your tour ends.
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Santiago de Compostela, located in the Galicia region of northwest Spain, is a UNESCO World Heritage city famed as the final destination of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. Its heart is the majestic Cathedral of Santiago, believed to house the remains of Saint James the Apostle. The city blends rich medieval architecture with vibrant local culture, charming narrow streets, and lively squares. Santiago offers a spiritual and historical experience, drawing visitors from around the world for its beauty and significance.
The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela is a magnificent Romanesque structure, renowned as the final destination of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. Located in Galicia, Spain, it houses the reputed tomb of Saint James the Apostle. With origins dating back to the 11th century, the cathedral features stunning Baroque and Gothic elements, including the iconic Obradoiro façade. Inside, visitors can admire the grand altar, the Botafumeiro incense burner, and richly decorated chapels, making it a spiritual and architectural masterpiece.
Santiago de Compostela, the capital of Galicia in northwest Spain, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its stunning cathedral, the final destination of the historic Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. The city’s charming old town features narrow winding streets, baroque architecture, and lively plazas. Rich in history, spirituality, and culture, Santiago offers a unique blend of medieval atmosphere and vibrant local life. Visitors can explore museums, taste Galician cuisine, and experience the deep religious significance of this sacred city.
Vigo, a vibrant port city in the Galicia region of northwestern Spain, is known for its stunning coastal scenery, maritime heritage, and dynamic culture. Nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and lush green hills, Vigo is Spain’s largest fishing port and a gateway to the Cíes Islands. The city blends modern life with historic charm, featuring lively markets, seafood restaurants, and charming old quarters. Vigo also serves as a starting point for pilgrimages to Santiago de Compostela.
antiago de Compostela, located in northwestern Spain, is the capital of the autonomous community of Galicia. Renowned as the final destination of the historic Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route, the city is home to the majestic Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, believed to house the remains of Saint James the Apostle. With its blend of medieval architecture, vibrant cultural life, and deep religious significance, the municipality offers a unique atmosphere rich in history, spirituality, and Galician heritage.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note on the following dates our tour will operate for a shorter duration - 5 hours - to accommodate the shorter porting time in Vigo. Liberty of the Seas 17th April, 19th June and 14th august NCL Dawn 30th May Disney dream 16yth September Celebrity Apex 5th, 16th and 20th October
Reviews(17)
Private and wonderful. Driver/guide was from Azores and took us to great sights sharing what life is like. Great tour personalized. Just the 2 of us so easy to get to many location and not stuck on huge bus.
The guide was knowledgeable. There was a good mix of guided v free to explore time. The bus ride was comfortable.
A valuable cultural experience in the beautiful Northwest Spain. Our tour guide was informative and patient. Santiago de Compostela is a must for the spirit, and the galithian food is a must for the soul. We were elated with the experience from the beginning until the end and look forward to returning very soon. Book with confidence knowing you will not be disappointed
Many thanks for your kind words. I will pass them on to our Guiding team in Northern Spain
Worst tour experience ever. Guide was not where promised. Got odd instructions to walk blocks from original site. 7 other people who signed up for tour walked with us. Finally the bus came to pick us up. Our tour was combined with some other operator. Will never use your services again. Guide walled too fast for some in the group who had mobility issues.
Good afternoon Patrick, I am sorry for teh inconvenience at teh start of your tour. We had guests arriving on 2 ships on the day of your tour, and unfortunately we had a number of guests arrive late from the 1st ship, causing the slight delay to your pick up. Once again my apologies.
The tour guide was knowledgeable and personable and the tour to The Cathedral Santiago De Compostela was wonderful AND GREAT VALUE for money as the cost was less than half of what our cruise ship was charging, Also seeing the pilgrims doing the Camino Walk was very interesting and inspiring.
Many thanks for your kind words It is true our excursion is much less than most of teh cruise lines own offerings! Spread the word!. Our guides are all Official Guides, and have a wealth of knowledge
It is hard to understand the guide. Although this was billed as a walking tour, there were people who were in motorized scooters, who could not walk.
Hi Robert Included within the shore excursion, is a walking tour, which is open to those with disability scooters as well as those able-bodied.
We were not given the right time to be picked up. The guide showed up 1 hour later & some people were at a different pick up point . This alone put us almost 2 hours behind. Since the lines were so long at the cathedral we had no free time to walk around or get any food or drink. It would have been more fun to just see the outside of the cathedral & enjoy the town on our own. Would not recommend this tour. Waste of time!
Dear Terri, I am very sorry to hear that this tour did not reach your expectations. The driver is supposed to provide a commentary and information. I see that you had the vehicle to yourselves, just the 4 of you. I will investigate with our local partner in Corfu
The place we visited was wonderful. I'm disappointed with the organisation. Advitied start time 8.00. Changed to 9.00. People didn't receive Changed tile. Set off 35mins late. Agenda change several times. Little free time no time to eat or drink. So disappointed not the usual standard.
i Stewart, Our apologies for the changed start time, we were advised that teh ship was porting at a different time, and on teh day it ported at the original planned time. I understand that on the tour all locations were visited, but time was restricted at some of the places visited., which we ahve taken up with the guide
Miscommunication and constant changes throughout the tour which was shortened by leaving late and returning early.
We are sorry that thsi tour did not reach your expectations. We have taken up tour comments with the guide.
The most unorganized tour ever with Viator. Tour scheduled for 8 am, changed to 9 am - not all were notified. Meeting point confusion for 10 people which caused a delay of 45 minutes leaving. The tour guide was not organized, did not explain the tour before leaving the bus. Ear buds not given out until after we left the bus and walked into the crowded old town. Tourists were frustrated causing anxiety about seeing what was paid for. A total mess! The only saving grace was getting to see the cathedral. Elva was way over her head!
Good evening Steven, We are sorry that youw ere notified of teh chnge to the start time, which was due to incorrect information benign provided to us the day before. Your ship actually ported at 0700. . I am sorry the level of guiding did not reach your expectations. However, I understand that all places of interest were visited.
