Top 8 Historical & Heritage Tours in Asturias, Spain

November 4, 2021 Jana Sager

Asturias (/æˈstʊəriəs, ə-/; Spanish: [asˈtuɾjas]; Asturian: Asturies [asˈtuɾjes]; Galician: Asturias), officially the Principality of Asturias (Spanish: Principado de Asturias; Asturian: Principáu d'Asturies), is an autonomous community in north-west Spain. It is coextensive with the province of Asturias, and contains some of the territory that was part of the larger Kingdom of Asturias in the Middle Ages. Divided into eight comarcas (counties), the autonomous community of Asturias is bordered by Cantabria to the east, by Castile and León to the south, by Galicia to the west, and by the Bay of Biscay to the north.
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1. Taste of the Camino de Santiago

Catedral Metropolitana de San Salvador de Oviedo, Pl. Alfonso II el Casto, s/n, 33003 Oviedo, Asturias, Spain intoAsturias
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Have you heard about the Camino de Santiago and even considered walking one of its itineraries (yes, there are multiple routes!)? But you do not have the possibility to take a few weeks off? Or are you doubting whether you are able to hike 20-30 km for multiple days in a row? This tour offers you the possibility to be a pilgrim for half a day by walking part (i.e. 12 kilometers) of the 'Camino Primitivo'. Along the way, I will share specific insights with you about the Asturian history, gastronomy and nature.

Inclusions: A bottle of water and 2 typical Asturian snacks are included., Pilgrim Credential/ Passport of the Camino de Santiago, Private guide during the whole trip, Insurances

Exclusions: Taxi back- we'll share the costs (3-6 euros p.p, depending on the amount of travelers).

Reviewed By PETERROOVETE

It was a really nice experience. Nice walk, lovely spa, interesting lunch and a very kind and lovely guide. Eva-Lotta & Peter

2. Walking with Dinosaurs along Asturias' coast

Jurassic Museum of Asturias, Rasa de San Telmo, s/n, 33328 Colunga, Asturias, Spain intoAsturias
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The coast between Gijon and Ribadesella in Asturias is also called ‘Dinosaur Coast‘. This is because of the presence of many original dinosaur footprints and fossil bones from dinosaurs and other Jurassic reptiles. During this tour your private guide will show you around the Jurassic Museum of Asturias, where you learn everything about Jurassic reptiles and dinosaurs in Asturias. Then, you will search for original dinosaur footprints during a short hike along the beautiful coast. You can walk back over the beach and even take a dip in the Cantabrian Sea if you like! Finally, your guide takes you on a stroll through beautiful fishermen village Llastres, where we will end the tour with a delicious lunch.

Inclusions: Entrance ticket to the Jurassic Museum of Asturias, Insurances, Private guide during the whole trip

Exclusions: Lunch in Llastres (around 20 euros pp, depending on your choice), Private transportation (against additional costs, contact us for the possibilities)

Reviewed By marygL1385RD

Debora was a fantastic guide for the El Camino Santiago!! She communicated with us before hand and kept us up to date. Explaining how to get to the cathedral could improve, but so minor in the whole experience. She was very knowledgeable about the Camino and sights along the way. I am 68 and in fair shape. The hike was a challenge, but she was very considerate and encouraging. I finished and it was an amazing experience. Plus, we had a beautiful day. Debora also had s walking stick for me that was a great help!

3. Tour from oviedo and Gijón to Lakes, Covadonga Sanctuary, Ribadesella, Lastres.

Tours privados Asturias
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Enjoy a luxury private tour with VERY affordable prices in a brand new Sedan car licensed (up 4 people of the same family-group) for traveling with passengers, with a profesional driver for enjoying this tour trough the most beautiful landscapes of Asturias. From oviedo or gijon to Picos de Europa. Only in this tour you`ll have the Chance to discover the highest mountains and the most beautiful sailor villages in Oriental region of Asturias, with the most affordable prices. As you can see there is many stops: No one company offers all these places in one journey tour. This is because We are a small private car company that loves our job. We `ll stop in alll these places: Roman bridge in Cangas de Onís. Ercina lake Enol lake Buferrera mines Covadonga church and cave Ribadesella (Santa Marina Beach) Lastres town Lastres viewpoint Lastres Restaurant Going back to Gijon or to Oviedo at about 18:30 pm Dońt hesitate to ask about half journey tour.

Inclusions: Fresh Bottle of water or coke

Exclusions: Lunch

4. Magic Christmas Tour in Oviedo

Monte Naranco, 33194, Asturias, Spain Fun Top Fun Oviedo

The exclusive tour only in the Christmas period! This special times brings magic Oviedo When describing Oviedo the words Charming and Historic always come to mind and is a very cultural city. Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most beautifully decorated places. You will feel spellbound with the charming atmosphere in the streets which you can feel only this time of the year! What is the story of the Christmas tree? Who was the first to decorate it in the world? What magical things can happen during the Christmas period? Have you heard about Christmas spells? You will hear miraculous Christmas legends about Oviedo. You will visit the old-fashioned Christmas Market in the city. What makes it so popular? What local products is must taste at Christmas? Fill your heart with the joy and experience magic of Oviedo.

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5. Northern Spain tailored tours by car Asturias Galicia Basque Country and more

Tours privados Asturias

Northern Spain private tour in 8 days. 8 days private Tour by car with a profesional private chauffeur mainly highlights of Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria and basque Country. In Galicia; Walk around the old town of Santiago de Compostela.  Arrive to the "end of the world" Finisterrae and visit "La Torre de Hercules a lighthouse of first century.  Ribeira Sacra wineries tour following Sil river. in  Lugo we´ll walk the Roman walls. Asturias says hello with a rice and lobster st Rinlo. later will stop in Silence Beach Vidio Cape and Cudillero. Gijon and Oviedo, we´ll see higlghts of both cities. Cangas de Onis, covadonga Lakes and Covadonga Sanctuary.  Cantabria.  Santander. Comillas. Santillana del Mar.   Basque Country. Bilbao,  Gernika , San Sebastián. We can tailoring your tour once you finish your reservation.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Round-trip private transfer, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Gratuities

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Reviewed By Emma B

We had a brilliant time on the tour to Covadonga Lakes. The day was full and well worth the money. Our guide spoke good English and was very informative and friendly. We saw many places and stopped at lovely cafes for coffee breaks. Truly recommend! ????

6. Magic Christmas Tour in Gijón

Calle Luis Moya Blanco, 261, 33203 Cimadevilla, Asturias, Spain Fun Top Fun Gijon, Spain

The exclusive tour only in the Christmas period! This special times brings magic Gijon. One theory is based on some early medieval texts mention it as "Gigia", derived from the identical Greek and Latin term "gigias", meaning "giant", both of which refer to the Greek mythological giant Gigas.Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most beautifully decorated places. You will feel spellbound with the charming atmosphere in the streets which you can feel only this time of the year! What is the story of the Christmas tree? Who was the first to decorate it in the world? What magical things can happen during the Christmas period? Have you heard about Christmas spells? You will hear miraculous Christmas legends about Gijon. You will visit the old-fashioned Christmas Market in the city. What makes it so popular? What local products is must taste at Christmas? Fill your heart with the joy and experience magic of Gijon.

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7. Discover the Highlights of Gijon by Bike

Calle de la Merced, 33201 Gijón, Asturias, Spain intoAsturias

This tour enables you to discover all of Gijon's highlights in one day! You visit Spain's largest building Laboral, the fantastic Botanical Gardens and the old fishing quarter Cimadevilla. This makes the tour a perfect combination of history, architecture and nature. We move between these highlights by bike (around 10 k in total) and explore the Botanical Garden and Cimadevilla on foot (around 5 k in total). Gijon is a great city to be discovered by bike: this tour makes you experience Gijon as a local!

Inclusions: Your guide will provide some local snacks throughout the day, Glass of cider is served at the end of the tour, Use of bicycle

Exclusions: You can bring your own lunch that we will eat in the Botanical Gardens.

Reviewed By marygL1385RD

Debora was a fantastic guide for the El Camino Santiago!! She communicated with us before hand and kept us up to date. Explaining how to get to the cathedral could improve, but so minor in the whole experience. She was very knowledgeable about the Camino and sights along the way. I am 68 and in fair shape. The hike was a challenge, but she was very considerate and encouraging. I finished and it was an amazing experience. Plus, we had a beautiful day. Debora also had s walking stick for me that was a great help!

8. Guided tour to Tito Bustillo and Asturias' Jurassic Coast

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This tour let you discover two main aspects of Asturias’ prehistory: prehistoric cave art and dinosaur fossils. The paleolithic art discovered in the Tito Bustillo Cave is among Europe’s most spectacular cave art. We visit the most impressive “panel” with over 100 figures, among which the famous depictions of bovines, horses and deer. We also visit the nearby Tito Bustillo Cave Art Center. The center contains replicas of the other cave art. If time permits, we also visit the Ardines Cave. Your guide also shows you around the Jurassic Museum of Asturias, where you learn everything about Jurassic reptiles and dinosaurs in Asturias. Then, you will search for original dinosaur footprints during a short hike along the beautiful coast. Note: Since the itinerary depends on the availability of entrance tickets to the Tito Bustillo cave, the order of the places we’ll visit can change. We’ll inform you about the exact program after your reservation.

Inclusions: Private guide during the whole trip, Insurances, Private transportation in air-conditioned vehicle during the whole trip, Entrance to the Tito Bustillo Cave and Art centre, Ardines Cave and the Jurassic Museum of Asturias

Exclusions: You can bring your own lunch or buy lunch in the Jurassic Museum or the Tito Bustillo Cave Art Centre

Reviewed By marygL1385RD

Debora was a fantastic guide for the El Camino Santiago!! She communicated with us before hand and kept us up to date. Explaining how to get to the cathedral could improve, but so minor in the whole experience. She was very knowledgeable about the Camino and sights along the way. I am 68 and in fair shape. The hike was a challenge, but she was very considerate and encouraging. I finished and it was an amazing experience. Plus, we had a beautiful day. Debora also had s walking stick for me that was a great help!

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