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Epicopia:Journeys
Galicia: Hidden Treasures of Spain
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Unforgettable food and wine draw us to Spain’s scenic northwest land of the Celts.
Our tour begins in Vigo with an overnight stay at the reformed Monastery of San Clodio. We head to Lansbriga, before being introduced to Ribeiro wine by a local wine maker. We also visit Ribadavia, part of the world heritage of wine lands.
Next, we journey to the unique Ribeira Sacra. We learn about this area’s wine before enjoying our lunch. Exploring Monforte, the capital of the Ribeira Sacra, gives us a magnificent view of the valley of Lemos from the protective fortifications. |
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Next, we move to A Coruña, stopping at Lugo, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. After a walking tour of the Modernist part of the city, we dine on some of the best seafood in Spain.
The town of Betanzos awaits us to explore the importance it once held as the capital of Galicia. Next, we set out to Santiago de Compostela. Our first stop is the castle of Vimianxo, which holds a museum dedicated to the unique local handicrafts.
We meet the sea at the western most point of Europe at Finisterre. We follow the coast encountering fishermen’s villages such as Muros or Noia.
Santiago de Compostela is Galicia’s grand creation for the world and vice versa. We explore this UNESCO designated World Heritage Site, which was also named the Leading Cultural Itinerary of Europe.
We round out our immersion into the beauty and culture of Galicia with an outing to nearby Monte de Gozo and a visit to the Pazo de Oca.
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This tour includes: |
- Knowledgeable, regional, English-speaking guides
- Transportation throughout itinerary
- 8 nights accommodation in four- and five- star hotels
- 5 regional specialty meals featured
- All taxes and services for included items
- Breakfast daily at your hotel
- All entry and admissions for visits listed in itinerary
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For more details, email: Journeys@epicopia.com or call us at 972.771.3510 or 877.661-3844. |
2008 Tour Dates:
May 30 - June 7, 2008
September 5 - 13, 2008
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Land Cost:
Guaranteed departure*
*With a minimum group of 4 people.
Cost: 2,785 Euros
Single supplement: 520 Euros
Hotels:3 nights:
Monastery San Clodio
2 nights:
Hotel Maria Pita
3 nights:
Hotel Virxe da Cerca |
Galicia: Hidden Treasures of Spain
Our first hotel is housed in the ancient Monastery of San Clodio which has been declared a National Monument. This 12th Century building, has two cloisters of Baroque and Renaissance style. It was inhabited originally by Cistercian monks and later by Benedictines.
The hotel was perfectly restored and became a four-star hotel in 1999. The ample renovation has strictly respected the natural beauty of the stone and the austere Romanesque style of the building, creating a sober, yet relaxed atmosphere, with its facilities renovated to the standards of modern comfort with exterior bedrooms that have views to the mountain and valley, all decorated with classic elements of its epoch, furniture and carpets of noble material and classic style. It also has an excellent restaurant where we will enjoy our welcoming dinner.
Our next lodging is Hotel Maria Pita in A Coruña, located on the shoreline of Orzan and Riazor beaches. This emblematic glassed building has marvelous views over the sea and is near to the city's historic, cultural and shopping centres.
Only few minutes walking from the hotel, one will find the new Finisterre Aquarium, Domus Museum and the ancient Hercules Tower, which is the city's eternal symbol.
Situated in the heart of the monumental part of Santiago, Hotel Virxe da Cerca occupies a building from the 18th century. It used to be a banking house and the residence of the Jesuits and in front of its facade passed the royal road.
Two different surroundings, two different worlds live together and each contributes its own charm to this restored manor house, whose fated is orientated towards the market place of the monumental part of town, where daily the most typical products are offered by the country women.
Its other facade is orientated towards the beautiful Belvis Park, it also has a spacious private garden and a romantic dinning area surrounded by glass, like a cloister, which take us into a world of privacy and enchantment.
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