Vigo Santiago de Compostela Shore Excursion with Guide
Overview
Available languages
7 hours
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Santiago de Compostela
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.
Cathedral De Santiago de Compostela
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.
What‘s Included
English speaking official guide during the transfer
Air-conditioned vehicle
Walking guided tour in Santiago de Compostela
Entrance to Cathedral
Lunch
Snacks and drinks
Options
Vigo Santiago de Compostela Shore Excursion with Guide
Reviews
17 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best tour
Earl M,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Private 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.
Vigo Santiago de Compostela with Guide
Suzanne C,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The guide was knowledgeable. There was a good mix of guided v free to explore time. The bus ride was comfortable.
Galicia at its Finest!!
Relax15507147820,,Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A 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
The Worst Tour Ever!!
Patrick S,,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00Worst 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.
Cathedral Santiago de Compostela - Beautiful structure
Richard C,,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The 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.
It is hard to understand...
Robert H,,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00It 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.
We were not given the...
Terri H,,Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00We 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!
The place we visited was...
Stewart w,,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00The 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.
Not a good experience
Cheryl S,,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00Miscommunication and constant changes throughout the tour which was shortened by leaving late and returning early.
Frustrating
Steven L,,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00The 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!
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