Private Tour
Private Puente Viesgo Caves Full-Day Tour from Santander
Overview
Available languages
9 hours
Mobile ticket
HIGHLIGHTS
• Visit caves of El Castillo and Las Monedas, both with cave paintings
• Visit the village of Puente Viesgo
• Visit the Neocave in the Altamira Museum
• Visit the villages of Santillana del Mar and Puente Viesgo
SUMMARY
On this unforgettable day, you will visit the Altamira Museum and its Neocave (this is a replica of the famous Altamira Cave), this first visit will serve us as a good introduction to the history of Paleolithic art in Cantabria. You will also enjoy a private visit to the famous caves of “El Castillo” and “Las Monedas” in Puente Viesgo (both declared World Heritage by Unesco since 2008). This proposal to visit a real cave with cave art in a private visit is a rare opportunity you cannot miss out if you like paleolithic art!.
To complete this day, you will also visit the village of Puente Viesgo and Santillana del Mar, one of the nicest and best-conserved villages of the middle-age in Spain.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
A maximum of 8 people per booking
BOOKING IS ONLY ACCEPTED FOR A MINIMUM OF 2 PEOPLE
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entrance ticket to Las Monedas Cave
Driver/guide
Entrance ticket to Altamira Museum -Neocave
Entrance ticket to El Castillo Cave
Transport by private vehicle
Food and drinks
What To Expect
Cave of El Castillo
This has has been declared World Heritage by Unesco and it is one of the most important caves in the world for its cave paintings. Please notice that the regular visit is in Spanish. Please contact us if you want to have a private tour in English or someone translating the visit for you into English.
Cueva De Las Monedas
This cave had been declared World Heritage by Unesco in the year 2008. Please notice that the regular visit is in Spanish. Please contact us if you want to have a private tour in English or someone translating the visit for you into English
Options
CAVE ART IN CANTABRIA
Pickup included
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Fantastic and Informative Day with Gabriela
David L,
Dec 27, 2024
- Viator
5.00An absolutely great day with our guide, Gabriela. Our full-day private tour of the caves, Cueva el Castillo, Cueva las Monedas and Altamira, with side excursions to Puente Viesgo and Santillana Del Mar, was fantastic. As a local, Gabriela has extensive knowledge of the area and the history of the caves. In fact, her knowledge of the caves equalled or even surpassed that of the official guides. Gabriela speaks both Spanish and English so she made history come alive for both my wife (who is Spanish and English speaking) and I (who am English speaking). It was a special privilege to have Gabriela narrate the history of the Altamira cave because when there, the other visitors were only doing self-guided tours. We’re hoping to return to Santander to do additional excursions with Gabriela. Notes: Book your trip very early because the admissions to Cuevas Castillo and Las Monedas are very limited. You have to be in good physical condition to make the trek to, and through, these two caves. The original Altamira cave is closed to tourists because of their negative impact on the cave and its paintings. This tour is of an exact recreation of the caves. There is easy access on foot or for those with disabilities.
A Golden Day
Phil U,
Sep 9, 2024
- Viator
5.00My husband wanted to visit the caves for a long time. The experience on the day was more than he expected and a day we will remember always. Our guide Pepé was so knowledgable, kind and nothing was too much trouble- highly recommended tour. 5 star+
Great schedule to see multiple caves as a small griup.
Frank M,
May 16, 2024
- Viator
5.00Jairo provided an amazing day of touring the caves! Our private tour of 3 people allowed us to absorb his knowledgeable as we walked in and around the caves. We appreciated that we were able to be picked up directly at the Santander airport to begin our day of exploring and dropped off at our hotel when our day ended. We look forward to bringing our friends back to this area for future tours with Jairo.
Awesome caves and old village.
Carol P,
Jun 3, 2023
- Viator
5.00Cave of El Castillo and Cueva Las Monedas were totally different from each other - and totally awesome. As the local guide related stories, history, and geology in Spanish, Hannah, quietly translated. Next we drove to Santillana del Mar and spent time in the beautiful old village before visiting the Museo de Altamira. I would highly recommend this tour and Hannah as your guide.
A wonderful day, very relaxing and informative.
Tracey G,
Feb 28, 2023
- Viator
5.00We very much enjoyed our tour with Hanna, would thoroughly recommend. Hanna was very informative and made our tour special and something to remember.
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