From Gijón: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip

Highlights

• Panoramic views of Cudillero
• Guided tour of Avilés historic centre
• Guided visit to Luarca
• Views from the Ermita de la Regalina

Description

This full-day guided tour explores coastal towns in Asturias, including Luarca, Cudillero, and Avilés, suitable for small groups and visitors interested in local history and culture.

Departing from Gijón at 09:00, the first stop is Luarca, a seaside village in Valdés where the sea meets the mountains. Here, you will walk the streets associated with Nobel Prize winner Severo Ochoa and visit the Plaza Miares and the Ermita de la Regalina, an important regional landmark.

Next, travel to Cudillero for a guided tour with free time to try local cuisine. Explore the steep paths and streets leading to the sea, including the Amphitheatre of Cudillero, La Quinta de Selgas museum, and churches such as Jesús del Nazareno and Santa Maria de Soto de Luiña.

The final stop is Avilés, known as the “village of the forward,” reflecting its history connected to a 16th-century governor of Florida. Visit the Niemeyer Centre, the historic centre, Church of Sabugo by the estuary, Plaza de la Merced with the Church of Santo Tomás, and learn about Avilés’ industrial heritage.

Includes

• Live guide in Spanish and English
• Round-trip transportation

Excludes

• Food and drinks are not included

Important Information

• The tour includes moderate walking
• Offered in Spanish with English explanations (bilingual)
• For groups larger than six, the tour is conducted in English
• Select the language option that suits you when booking

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Bring comfortable walking shoes and dress for variable weather. The best time to visit is between spring and early autumn when daylight and weather conditions are most favorable.