San Vicente de la Barquera + Secuoya Forest Day Trip, Santander

We enjoyed the sights thanks to Rafael, a great guide who explained details, history, and customs in a very engaging way...

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On this day trip to San Vicente de la Barquera, you'll visit one of the most beautiful towns in Cantabria and the Secuoya Forest in Cabezón de la Sal. It's the perfect combination of nature and culture!

Details

Duration

4 hours 30 minutes.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Admission to the Iglesia de Santa María de los Ángeles (depending on selected option)

Not included

Admission to the Castillo del Rey: 4EUR per person

When to book

You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

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August 27, 2026
Arnau
Barcelona, Spain
We enjoyed the sights thanks to Rafael, a great guide who explained details, history, and customs in a very engaging way. He filled even the most mono...
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August 7, 2026
Edelweis
Spain
Very well planned. Rafael was an excellent and very enthusiastic guide. He was very attentive to all the participants on the excursion and paid close ...
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August 6, 2026
María José
El Puerto De Santa María, Spain
It was a very interesting activity. The sequoia forest was breathtaking, and the town of San Vicente was like something out of a movie. Our guide, Raf...
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July 14, 2026
Amanda Joanna
Madrid, Spain
We loved it. The forest is breathtaking. Carlos, very professional, took us to the area with the largest sequoias and shared fascinating details about...
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September 29, 2026
Francisco
Estepona, Spain
Stupidly. The guide Rafael was very professional and pleasant. A very entertaining afternoon.
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September 24, 2026
José Manuel Manzanedo Miñano
Paterna, Spain
Perfect
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September 24, 2026
Anónimo
Granada, Spain
It was a very enjoyable and well-documented excursion. Rafael, a true professional. An unforgettable experience.
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September 24, 2026
Anónimo
Spain
Rafael explained everything to us very well and we had a great afternoon
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September 9, 2026
Rebeca
Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Spain
Carlos is very professional; he made the experience wonderful. I felt very comfortable and learned a lot.
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Francisco Ruiz Espinosa
Tomelloso, Spain
Phenomenal and very fun
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Day Trip Details

At the designated time, we'll pick you up at the meeting point in Santander or Torrelavega to set off toward the town of Cabezón de la Sal, the first stop of our day trip.

In this town, we'll visit the famous Secuoya Forest of Cantabria, declared a Natural Monument in 2003. Did you know it's the largest secuoya forest in Spain? You can walk around these giant trees that are up to 131 ft (40 m) tall and 6.56 ft (2 m) in diameter. They're truly impressive!

Afterward, we'll head to the town of San Vicente de la Barquera, where we'll enjoy one of the most beautiful sceneries of the entire Cantabrian coast, with the Picos de Europa as the backdrop.

This town has several buildings that are declared a Bien de Interés Cultural (Asset of Cultural Interest). Here, you can visit the interior of two of these buildings: the Gothic-style Iglesia de Santa María de los Ángeles and the Castillo del Rey. Don't miss admiring the views of the bay and the estuary of San Vicente. Take a picture!

Lastly, you'll have free time to buy a souvenir, and finally, we'll return to our starting point 4.5 hours later.

Day Trip Options

During the booking process, you'll have the following options available:

Day Trip from Santander or Torrelavega + Guide & Tickets to the Church: In this option, we'll embark on a guided tour of the Secuoya Forest of Cantabria and a walking tour of the historic center of San Vicente de la Barquera. Plus, it includes admission to the Iglesia de Santa María de los Ángeles.
Day Trip from Santander: if you choose this option, instead of a guided tour, you'll have free time in the Secuoya Forest of Cantabria and in San Vicente de la Barquera. This option does not include any admission tickets.

Meeting Points

The day trip departs from the following meeting points:

Santander: if you choose the day trip departing from Santander, we'll meet at the Plaza Estaciones (Calle Cádiz, 3) bus stop or at Calle Calderón de la Barca, depending on availability.
Torrelavega: in this case, we'll pick you up at the Pabellón Municipal de la Habana Vieja.

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Day Trip Details

At the designated time, we'll pick you up at the meeting point in Santander or Torrelavega to set off toward the town of Cabezón de la Sal, the first stop of our day trip.

Lastly, you'll have free time to buy a souvenir, and finally, we'll return to our starting point 4.5 hours later.

Day Trip Options

During the booking process, you'll have the following options available:

Day Trip from Santander or Torrelavega + Guide & Tickets to the Church: In this option, we'll embark on a guided tour of the Secuoya Forest of Cantabria and a walking tour of the historic center of San Vicente de la Barquera. Plus, it includes admission to the Iglesia de Santa María de los Ángeles.
Day Trip from Santander: if you choose this option, instead of a guided tour, you'll have free time in the Secuoya Forest of Cantabria and in San Vicente de la Barquera. This option does not include any admission tickets.

Meeting Points

The day trip departs from the following meeting points:

Santander: if you choose the day trip departing from Santander, we'll meet at the Plaza Estaciones (Calle Cádiz, 3) bus stop or at Calle Calderón de la Barca, depending on availability.
Torrelavega: in this case, we'll pick you up at the Pabellón Municipal de la Habana Vieja.

San Vicente de la Barquera + Secuoya Forest Day Trip