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High Pastures of the Picos

Spain
2 reviews
Available Departures: May, Jun, Sep

8 days from

US$1,640

without flights
Walk & Trek
Guided Group
MODERATE MODERATE

Discover the limestone pinnacles and verdant pastures of Spain's Picos de Europa in a week of guided walks

Trip Code: SPP
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To show the relative difficulty of our holidays, each trip is graded on a scale of 1 to 12, with 12 being the most challenging. Although we have tried to make our grading system as clear as possible, it cannot take into account your personal interests, abilities or experience. If you have any questions about the nature of a particular trip or its suitability for you, please read the 'Is this holiday for you?' section or contact us.

 1 - 3 LEISURELY
1 - 3 LEISURELY

Suitable for most people in good health, holidays at this grade include only limited amounts of activity.

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4 - 6 MODERATE
4 - 6 MODERATE

Suitable for reasonably fit individuals, such as weekend walkers and cyclists. There can be the occasional more difficult day.

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7 - 9 CHALLENGING
7 - 9 CHALLENGING

Physically challenging holidays, where you need to be prepared before you go.

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10 - 12 TOUGH
10 - 12 TOUGH

Our toughest holidays, involving many long days, often in isolated areas. A high level of fitness and previous wilderness and mountain experience is essential.

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High Pastures of the Picos

Highlights
  • Follow the spectacular man-made cliff-side path through the 1500m deep Cares Gorge
  • Ride the Fuente De Cable car over the Pico's dominating limestone pinnacles
  • Walks hand picked by our local expert to showcase the Pico's flora and geology
  • Hike to the base of Naranjo de Bulnes, the most iconic limestone peak in the Picos
  • Comfortable hotel bases in Cangas de Onis, Fuente De and Arenas de Cabrales

At a Glance
  • Group Size 5 to 15
  • 6 days walking
  • Max altitude - 1900 metres
  • Join In Bilbao

Accommodation & Meals
  • All meals included
  • 7 nights Hotel
Overview

The Picos de Europa, in northern Spain, is one of the most stunning mountain areas in Europe, with its dominating limestone pinnacles, verdant green valleys, crystal clear rivers, beautiful meadowlands and vibrant forests, it is a paradise for lovers of the outdoors. Created by our expert local guides, and Picos  aficiaonados, this holiday is designed to not only showcase the region’s best walks, but its natural wonders, geology, abundant flora, and its traditional mountain culture. Beginning near Cangas de Onis, our series of guided day walks will see us exploring for 5 - 7hrs each day and will include a traverse of the spectacular man-made cliff-side path cut through the 1500m deep Cares Gorge, a hike over the Las Horcadinas Pass following an exhilarating ride on the Fuente De cable car, a circuit of the stunning Covadonga Lakes, and a hike up to the base of Naranjo de Bulnes (Pico Urriellu) one of the most iconic sights in the Picos.


By using 3 different comfortable hotels bases in the pretty mountain areas of Cangas de Onis, Arenas de Cabrales and Fuente De, we will be able to cover as much of this magnificent National Park as possible within a week’s holiday. If you choose to travel on our spring departures you’ll witness the high pastures explode with spring flowers and rare orchids. Those travelling later in the year will see autumn transform the forests into an opulent tapestry of gold, red, russet and yellow. Whichever time of year you choose to travel our guide will be on hand to talk to you about the flora, fauna and geology you’ll encounter (and advise the best places to sample delicious local cheese!). This is a showcase of some of the finest walking country in the world.

Is this holiday for you?

This holiday is a series of guided day walks, any of which can be considered as optional, and we will average 5 to 7 hours walking each day. The amount of ascent and descent is varying, but averages out at around 700 metres per day, though on some days it is as little as 250m and on others up to 1000m. The underfoot conditions are  good, following tracks and trails and long sections of wel …

This holiday is a series of guided day walks, any of which can be considered as optional, and we will average 5 to 7 hours walking each day. The amount of ascent and descent is varying, but averages out at around 700 metres per day, though on some days it is as little as 250m and on others up to 1000m. The underfoot conditions are  good, following tracks and trails and long sections of well-maintained pathway. However, we will also encounter some sections of scree, rocky terrain and meadow with no discernable track. You will only be required to walk with a day pack each day and we will sleep in comfortable, well appointed, hotels each night. This is a really enjoyable walking holiday and suitable for weekend walkers, especially those with an interest in geology and botany

Why KE?

Hand Picked Picos at Outstanding Value

Our 6 walks have been specially selected by our expert local guides to showcase the iconic sites, fascinating geology, and wonderful flora and fauna of this stunning national park. With guided walks everyday and all meals included this holiday is fantastic value for money.

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