Summer
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure through the stunning landscapes of Madeira. This tour offers a perfect blend of breathtaking mountain hikes, serene Levada trails, and rugged coastal walks, showcasing the island’s rich natural beauty. From traversing the dramatic peaks of Pico Ruivo and Pico Areeiro to exploring lush Laurisilva forests, hidden waterfalls, and idyllic villages, you’ll experience the essence of Madeira at every step. With options to suit different hiking levels, this journey caters to both seasoned trekkers and leisurely walkers. Relax with scenic vistas, swim in natural volcanic pools, and savour the island’s local flavours in charming towns like Porto da Cruz and Curral das Freiras.
Whether you’re seeking adventure or tranquillity, this tour promises an immersive experience in one of Portugal’s most beautiful archipelagos.
Depending on your brief, we can facilitate “A” walkers with more challenging options such as mountain hut combinations, “B” walkers with shorter walks with more peaks & “C” walkers comfortable walks featuring areas of historic or cultural interest. The choice is yours, just let us know in advance.
This trekking adventure takes you deep into the breathtaking landscapes of the Picos de Europa National Park. Discover its rugged beauty by walking through the wild terrains of its western, central, and eastern massifs.
Located along Spain’s northern coast near Santander, the Picos de Europa is a limestone mountain range that spans the provinces of Asturias, Cantabria, and Northern Castille y León—Spain's largest province. As one of the earliest National Parks in Europe, this eco-destination offers unspoiled nature, free from mass tourism and the infrastructure that often accompanies it. Here, humans and nature coexist harmoniously.
The towering peaks, reaching up to 2,600 meters, the deep valleys, and the green pastures where livestock graze at heights of up to 2,000 meters provide a stunning backdrop. This region has many wildlife, including bears, wolves, eagles, vultures, chamois, deer, and alpine plants. The Picos de Europa is also steeped in history, with traces of ancient civilizations such as the Celts, Romans, and early humans evident throughout the park.
Only 40 minutes from the Cantabrian Sea, the mountains offer spectacular views of the ocean and their distinctively sculpted peaks. Dotted with charming villages nestled in valleys and scattered across the massifs, this region offers an authentic taste of rural life, where local culture and gastronomy thrive.
This tour promises to immerse you in everything the Picos de Europa offers, combining scenic walks with cultural and environmental experiences.
- Picnic lunch. It can be purchased in the hotel or local shops.
- Drinks.
- Dinner on day 4.
- Extra optional activities on day 4.
- Flights
The southern side of the Picos de Europa may have a different climate than the Cantabrian seaward side and, along with the Western Massif, approached from the South, offers many different perspectives. The first part of the trip takes you into the heart of the Riaño mountains south of the Picos.
There, you will immediately feel the expansive grandeur of these Alpine-like peaks mirrored in the still water of the lakes beneath them. The villages, too, are small, intimate, and pretty. Very few hill walkers and tourists are in this area, adding to the sense of tranquility that will make this tour an exceptional experience.
We will move to the Natural Park of Fuentes Carrionas in the second part. The natural landscape, fauna, and botanical value of the Montaña Palentina led to its declaration as a Natural Park under the names of Fuentes Carrionas and Fuente Cobre in 2000.
The Montaña Palentina is a highly sensitive space. It is the natural habitat of the brown bear and the capercaillie, as well as various botanical species specific to these places.
The Montaña Palentina is located to the north of the province of Palencia. It has complex tectonics and a fascinating landscape, the result of the action of both karstic phenomena (Cueva del Cobre, Sumidero del Sel de la Fuente) and glaciers, which is reflected in cirques, valleys and lagoons (Lago de las Lomas, Lago de Ves, Pozo
Curavacas). El Curavacas (2,525m.), El Espigüete (2,450m.) and Las Lomas (2,451m.) are the highest peaks of the Montaña Palentina.
We also stay at Parador Nacional de Fuentes Carrionas, a fantastic hotel with magnificent views and a restaurant.
Depending on your brief, we can facilitate “A” walkers with more challenging options, “B” walkers with shorter walks with more peaks & “C” walkers with comfortable walks featuring areas of historic or cultural interest. The choice is yours. Just let us know in advance.
- 4 nights at Hotel Tierra de la Reina in Boca de Huergano.
- 3 nights at Parador Nacional de Fuentes Carrionas in Cervera de Pisuerga.
- 7 Breakfast.
- 7 dinners to experience the gastronomy of the towns/villages.
- All transport and listed activities. Airport transfers.
- Guides – English speaking qualified/certified/approved guides.
- Insurances and taxes.
- Picnic lunch. It can be purchased in the hotel or local shops.
- Drinks.
- Flights
Exploring the Ordesa & Monte Perdido National Park and Beyond
Situated on the West side of the Pyrenees is the Parque Nacional de Ordesa y Monte Perdido. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Ordesa is famous for its 3,000m deep glacial valleys, overlooked by Monte Perdido, standing at 3,348m high. The park contains a dozen or so other summits of over 3000m, mostly strung out along the border. There are hiking trails suitable for all levels. The challenging GR11 route also connects the Pyrenees range from the Bay of Biscay to the Mediterranean. The trails take one through mountain summits, waterfalls, lakes, and caves or follow valleys and high mountain meadows.
This 8-day adventure takes you deep into the heart of the Pyrenees, exploring the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Ordesa & Monte Perdido National Park, one of Spain's most iconic natural treasures. From the dramatic canyons of Ordesa and Añisclo to the Otal Valley's peaceful meadows and the Pineta Valley's cascading waterfalls, this trip offers an unforgettable experience for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts alike.
Your journey begins with a stay in the charming mountain village of Torla, a perfect gateway to the national park. Each day offers two hiking levels, allowing you to choose between more challenging routes or moderate options tailored to your fitness level. You'll be rewarded with breathtaking views of towering peaks, pristine rivers, and the park's famous waterfalls as you traverse narrow cliffside paths, alpine meadows, and ancient woodlands.
Beyond the hikes, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the medieval town of Ainsa, visit the fascinating Bird Centre of the Pyrenees, and discover the peaceful beauty of lesser-known valleys like Escuain and Otal. With knowledgeable guides, carefully planned routes, and stunning natural beauty at every turn, this trip promises a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion. Whether you're seeking to challenge yourself with steep ascents or prefer a more leisurely pace through majestic valleys, this trip provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the Pyrenees in all their glory.
Depending on your brief, we can facilitate “A” walkers with more challenging options, “B” walkers with shorter walks with more peaks & “C” walkers with comfortable walks featuring areas of historic or cultural interest. The choice is yours. Just let us know in advance.
This Trekking takes us into the wonderful mountain scenery of Picos de Europa National Park. This tour explores the Picos de Europa National Park with walks in the wild landscapes of the western, central and eastern massifs.
Physical requirements
Transportation and Luggage We drive in a van (9 places), which is ideal for getting around the mountain roads in a familiar and flexible way. We recommend bringing one main piece of baggage and a daypack, better than a rigid suitcase, because we have limited space in the vehicle.
DATES AND PRICES PER PERSON 2024
| DATES | TWIN ROOM | SINGLE ROOM |
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- Monday 8th July to Friday 12th July - Monday 22nd July to Friday 26th July - Monday 2nd September to Friday 6th September - Monday 16th September to Friday 20th September |
€ 595 | € 670 |
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- Monday 5th August to Friday 9th August - Monday 19th August to Friday 23rd August |
€ 620 | € 695 |
The purpose of this project is for the National Park to become better known. Within a historical context, the “Anillo” (Ring) of Picos de Europa covers the Montes Vindios, known today as Picos de Europa.
Everything in this route in Picos de Europa is spectacular: the rocky crests, the gorges, the valleys, the vast glacial lakes, the leafy forests. You can rest assured that you’ll be absolutely amazed at everything you see.
Every stone found on the wayside by people who wish to venture into the Ring amasses many different stories, many will be rescued from oblivion thanks to the National Park shelters and to the work of the wardens.
HIGHLIGHTS
PRICE PER PERSON € 495.
WALKERS LEVELS.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
This Trekking takes us into the beautiful mountain scenery of Picos de Europa National Park. The tour explores the Park with walks in the wild landscapes of the western, central and eastern massifs.
This tour gives you all of that. The walks are one part of it. The cultural & environmental experiences are the others.
The “Big Trek” tour is suitable for those hillwalkers who enjoy trekking “hut to hut” and challenging walks at higher altitudes over tougher, longer routes. Ideal for experienced walkers.
The Central or Urrielu Massif of the Picos de Europa is with no doubt, the most wild and spectacular scenery in the National Park. The highest peaks of the National Park are in this massif, Torrecerredo (2,650 m) and its iconic peak, Naranjo de Bulnes or Pico Urriellu.HIGHLIGHTS
· Sleep at the base of the iconic peak of Naranjo de Bulnes
· Hike a stunning landscape affords unique views in the heart of the Picos de Europa
· Experience a breathtaking part of the moon scenery of this National Park.
· Enjoy the best sunset in Picos de Europa, sleeping in Collado Jermoso Refuge.
· See a rich and varied fauna. Among other species, there are Chamois, Griffon vultures, Eagles, etc.
CIRCULAR ROUTE THROUGH PICOS DE EUROPA
The purpose of this project is for the National Park to become better known. Within a historical context, the “Anillo” (Ring) of Picos de Europa covers the Montes Vindios, known today as Picos de Europa.
Everything in this route in Picos de Europa is spectacular: the rocky crests, the gorges, the valleys, the vast glacial lakes, the leafy forests. You can rest assured that you’ll be absolutely amazed at everything you see.
Every stone found on the wayside by people who wish to venture into the Ring amasses many different stories, many of which will be rescued from oblivion thanks to the National Park Mountain Huts and the great job of the wardens.
HIGHLIGHTS
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