Costa Verde Express Destinations & Stops
Destinations & Attractions
The Green Coast Express • Bay of Biscay
The Costa Verde Express winds along the Bay of Biscay between Bilbao and Santiago de Compostela. In just 6 days, discover steep mountains, green meadows, dramatic beaches, and cliffs—along with villages full of enchantment and history that have become living works of art.
Destinations & Key Attractions
| Destination | Region | Key Attractions & Monuments |
|---|---|---|
| Bilbao | Basque Country | Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, Casco Viejo (Old Quarter), Santiago Cathedral, Zubizuri Bridge, La Ribera Market |
| Santander | Cantabria | Magdalena Palace & Peninsula, El Sardinero Beach, Cathedral, Botín Centre, Bay views |
| Santillana del Mar | Cantabria | Perfectly preserved medieval village, Altamira Museum (prehistoric cave replica), Collegiate Church |
| Picos de Europa | Cantabria/Asturias | Picos de Europa mountain scenery and National Park villages (the Covadonga lakes are usually part of the programme, though it may be changed or cancelled because of scheduling, tides or weather) |
| Oviedo | Asturias | Cathedral (Cámara Santa – UNESCO), Pre-Romanesque churches, charming Old Town, cider houses |
| Luarca | Asturias | Beautiful fishing village, hillside cemetery with ocean views, lighthouse, picturesque harbor |
| Ribadeo | Galicia | Beach of the Cathedrals (Praia das Catedrais), spectacular rock arches and formations |
| Santiago de Compostela | Galicia | Cathedral & Pórtico de la Gloria (UNESCO), Plaza del Obradoiro, Old Town, Alameda Park |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Santiago de Compostela Old Town — Cathedral and historic center, pilgrimage destination
- Altamira Cave — 15,000-year-old prehistoric paintings (visit museum replica)
- Oviedo Pre-Romanesque Monuments — Unique 9th-century architecture
Regional Cuisine Highlights
| Basque Country | Pintxos (gourmet tapas), bacalao al pil-pil, txakoli sparkling wine |
| Cantabria | Fresh anchovies, cocido montañés stew, quesada cake |
| Asturias | Fabada asturiana, Cabrales blue cheese, natural cider (sidra) |
| Galicia | Pulpo a feira (octopus), percebes (barnacles), Albariño wine |
Explore the Green Coast with Palace Tours
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