El Castillo Caves and Paleotithic Art
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HIGHLIGHTS • Visit the caves of El Castillo and Las Monedas, both world heritage caves for their cave paintings • Walk around the cozy village of Puente Viesgo • Enjoy the views over the Pas River • Visit the new Cave Art Centre in Puente Viesgo SUMMARY After picking you up at your hotel, we will travel to Puente Viesgo to visit the famous caves of "El Castillo" and "Las Monedas", both World Heritage Sites by UNESCO, 2008. The "El Castillo" Cave has paintings considered among the oldest preserved in the world. The silhouettes of hands in negative are famous, which according to archaeologists belong to more than 50 different people. Las Monedas cave will offer us beautiful silhouettes drawn in charcoal from the Magdalenian period. This cave also has a high geological value. Our next stop will be to visit the new Rock Art Interpretation Center to better understand the origin and development of rock art. Finally, we will take a short walk through the village of Puente Viesgo5 hours
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Entrance fees to visit El Castillo and Las Monedas Caves (regular visit)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Driver/guide
Transport by private vehicle
Food and drinks
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Cave of El Castillo
Carretera de las Cuevas, s/n, Puente Viesgo, Spain, 39670This 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.1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location2
Cueva De Las Monedas
Monte Del Castillo, Puente Viesgo, Spain, 39370This 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 English1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location3
Puente Viesgo
Puente Viesgo, SpainWe will do a short visit to this village famous for its Hotel and Spa of Puente Viesgo.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- We will pick you up at your hotel in Santander. If your accommodation is outside the city, please contact us to agree on a meeting place.
- Travelers will be picked up 10 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
- This tour has a minimum of 4 people for final tour confirmation
- Tour request approval depends on cave entrance tickets availability
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The visit into the cave is only in Spanish available, your guide access with you to translate
- Tour may be operated by multi-lingual guide
- Temperature into the Caves is 12ºC all year
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- Spanish
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket• Dress code is smart casual • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund • Not recommended for participants with back problems • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions Hotel pickups commence prior to this timeCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Madrid time to receive 100% refund.
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