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Picos de Europa Family Adventure

Giggle down a river canyon, amble across alpine meadows, linger over delicious dinners. Come make memories together in these beautiful coastal mountains.

Duration

11 days

Guide Price

£1,750 pp

When

Apr-Oct

Where could you find an accessible natural landscape that mixes high mountains, traditional rural life, a beautiful coastline, a variety of activities and the comfort of family-run accommodation? Welcome to the Picos de Europa, and your next family adventure?

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Itinerary

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Day 1 - Arrive in the Picos de Europa mountains

Starting from Bilbao, or taking the train from Madrid, head into the spectucular Picos de Europa National Park and settle into a beautifully small hotel overlooking meadows and mountains.

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Day 2 - Private guided day in the mountains

Your guide comes to meet you this morning to take you walking into the hills to meet shepherds and then find out about life in small villages.

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Day 3 - A fun day in the water

Spend all day in the water as you meet up with your guide again for a morning of fairly gentle river kayaking and a less gentle, but much funnier, afternoon of canyoning.

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Day 4 - Explore at your own pace

After an active start to your trip, today is yours to explore at your own pace. As well as support on the ground, and ideas from your guide, our Vacation Guide helps you make the most of your time.

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Day 5 - Swim and paddle en route to your next base

You now move from the northwest of the Picos to the southeast and a hotel with a pool - a rarity in these parts! Stop off to canoe, swim and soak each other in the river with your guide.

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Day 6 - Cable car into the high mountains

Ride the nearby cable car up into the high Picos for great views down the valley, and the chance to climb up to a high mountain summit.

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Day 7 - Day to explore Potes and its market

Take a day to relax and explore the nearby medieval town of Potes. Alternatively, there are plenty of hikes and activities you can find in the surrounding area.