Itinerary
- Day 1
Santiago de Compostela to Caldas de Reis
Your private driver meets you at Santiago de Compostela airport or train station and drives you to Caldas de Reis. After checking in at Pazo Torre do Río for your first night, you'll have the afternoon and evening to yourself. This is a good time to rest up and get oriented before the activities ahead.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Villa (Pazo Torre Do Rio - Or Similar)
- Day 2
Vilagarcia de Arousa - O Grove - La Toja - Sanxenxo
Breakfast at the hotel comes with nice views over the grounds. From there, your driver takes you on a tour hitting four towns in the region. You'll stop near Vilagarcia de Arousa to visit pazos where you can taste local wines and cheese. After that, head to O Grove and explore La Toja island crossing the scenic Toja Bridge, with a chance to see La Lanzada beach along the way. Stop in Sanxenxo to walk around Silgar Beach and check out the viewpoints. On the way back to the pazo for your second night, you'll have opportunities to grab seafood and tapas at local spots.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel with wonderful views)
- Accommodation
- Villa (Pazo Torre Do Rio - Or Similar)
Included Activities
- Wine tasting with local Albariño wine and cheese at pazos near Vilagarcia de Arousa
- Visit to Pazo de Baión
- Visit to Pazo de Rubians
- Stroll through Vilagarcia de Arousa to see Convent of the Augustinian Nuns and Pazo de Vista Alegre
- Scenic drive and walk through O Grove and La Toja
- Visit to Silgar Beach and scenic viewpoints in Sanxenxo
Optional Activities
- Relaxing coastal walk at La Lanzada Beach
- Walk through forest park in O Grove and La Toja area
- Meals and tapas at grill houses, seafood restaurants, and traditional taverns in O Grove, La Toja, or Sanxenxo
Landmarks Pazo de Baión Pazo de Rubians Vilagarcia de Arousa Convent of the Augustinian Nuns Pazo de Vista Alegre Pazo de O Rial Pazo do Castriño Pazo da Golpelleira Pazo de Montesacro La Lanzada Beach O Grove La Toja Island Toja Bridge Sanxenxo Silgar Beach - Day 3
Caldas de Reis to Pontevedra to Vigo
After breakfast and checking out, your driver takes you to Pontevedra for the day. A guide shows you around the historic old town where you can walk through chapels, squares, convents, and museums at your own pace. The Baroque Pazo de Mugartegui stands out with its stone work and heraldry carved into the facade. By midday you'll have time to eat at a local restaurant or bar. Later, your driver takes you to your accommodation near Vigo where you can either dine at the hotel or head out.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Villa (Pazo Torres de Agrelo - Or Similar)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Pontevedra old town
- Visit to Pazo de Mugartegui
Optional Activities
- Lunch at local restaurants or bars in Pontevedra
- Dinner at hotel in Vigo area
Landmarks Pontevedra Old Town Pazo de Mugartegui - Day 4
Vigo and Cedes Islands
After breakfast, you'll have some time in Vigo before heading to the port for your ferry (timing depends on your departure). The ferry takes you to the Cedes Islands within the Atlantic Islands National Park. Rodas Beach there has white sand and clear water for swimming or walking. Two restaurants operate on the islands if you want lunch, though book ahead during busy times. The return ferry gets you back with time to walk through Vigo's old town, visit San Sebastián Castle and MARCO Contemporary Art Museum, then settle back at your hotel for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Villa (Pazo Torres de Agrelo - Or Similar)
Included Activities
- Ferry tickets to Cedes Islands
- Processing of visitor permit for National Park
Optional Activities
- Stroll through Vigo before ferry departure
- Visit to Rodas Beach
- Lunch at restaurants on Cedes Islands
- Visit to Vigo's old town
- Visit to San Sebastián Castle on Monte do Castro
- Visit to MARCO Contemporary Art Museum
- Visit to Pazo de Castrelos (home to Quiñones de León Museum)
- Visit to Pazo de San Roque
- Exploration of Vigo port
Landmarks Cedes Islands Rodas Beach Atlantic Islands National Park San Sebastián Castle MARCO Contemporary Art Museum Vigo Port Pazo de Castrelos Quiñones de León Museum Pazo de San Roque 
- Day 5
Vigo to Baiona
After breakfast and checkout, your driver takes you to Baiona for a relaxation day. You can try the local restaurants, spend time on the beaches, or book a thalasso spa treatment if that interests you. The town has a historic old town designated as a Historic-Artistic Heritage Site, and the beaches and water activities are popular with visitors. You'll stay the night at your selected accommodation in Baiona.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Villa (Pazo Mendoza - Or Similar), Villa (Baiona's Parador - Or Similar), Hotel (Hotel Talaso Atlántico - Or Similar)
Optional Activities
- Beach time in Baiona
- Thalassotherapy treatments (if staying at thalasso hotel)
- Dining at local restaurants in Baiona
- Exploration of Baiona's old town
- Nautical activities
Landmarks Baiona Monterreal Peninsula - Day 6
A Guarda - Tui - Valença - Baiona
Your driver takes you along the coast to A Guarda where you'll explore Castro de Santa Trega, an old fortified settlement with views overlooking the Miño River mouth. The archaeological museum there shows what ancient cultures left behind. After that, head to Tui to see the Cathedral, Monastery of Santo Domingo, and walk through its historic churches. You can also visit Monte Aloia Natural Park. If you want, cross the border by bridge to Valença in Portugal and see the fortress with its distinctive moats and walls. Try the local bacalhau if you get the chance. Return to Baiona for dinner and to spend the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Villa (Pazo Mendoza - Or Similar), Villa (Baiona's Parador - Or Similar), Hotel (Hotel Talaso Atlántico - Or Similar)
Included Activities
- Visit to Castro de Santa Trega
- Archaeological museum at Castro de Santa Trega
Optional Activities
- Visit to Monte Aloia Natural Park
- Visit to Cathedral of Tui
- Visit to Monastery of Santo Domingo
- Exploration of churches and landscapes in Tui
- Visit to fortress of Valença
- Tasting of traditional codfish dish 'bacalhau'
Landmarks Castro de Santa Trega Miño River Tui Monte Aloia Natural Park Cathedral of Tui Monastery of Santo Domingo Valença Fortress 
- Day 7
Baiona to Santiago de Compostela
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and your driver takes you to either the airport or nearest train station for your departure, wrapping up your time exploring the Rías Baixas region.
- Meals
- Breakfast
