The Spanish Cider Trail offers a week-long, all-inclusive horse riding holiday in Asturias, northern Spain. Spend six days exploring on horseback through Picos de Europa National Park, enjoying spectacular views and local cuisine. The journey traverses the Cordillera Cantabrica, known for its year-round snowy peaks and natural beauty. Accommodation is provided in small hotels and guesthouses along the route. In addition to riding, the itinerary includes visits to local cider producers. Conclude the adventure with an evening in Oviedo, the historic capital of Asturias. Ideal for intermediate riders seeking mountain exploration, beachside rides, and gourmet experiences away from the tourist crowds.
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Route details
Day 1
Arrival
Arrive and transfer from Bilbao Airport (3hr) to Cangas de Onis, an 8th century village that defended Christianity in times of Moorish invasion on the Iberian peninsula. Dinner and overnight at the Hotel Los Lagos Nature or similar.
Day 2
Lagos de Covadonga - Saint Cave and Basilica de Covadonga (4h)
Day 3
Oseja de Sajambre - Posada de Valdeon (5h)
Day 4
Posada de Valdeon – Espinama (6h)
Day 5
Espinama – Sotres (3,5h)
Day 6
Sotres – Tielve (3h)
Day 7
Póo - playa Cuevas del Mar (4h)
Day 8
Farewell and transfer to the airport
Difficulty
Challenging
Does not require specific skills, but one must be in good health
Accommodation
Comfort
Midscale
Hotel
7 nights
7 nights
Hotel
Tour conditions
Included
- 7 nights accommodation in twin or double rooms with private bathrooms;
- all meals from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 8;
- drinks including tea, coffee and water and wine and cider with dinner;
- transfers to/from Oviedo or Bilbao;
- 4-6 hours riding on 6 days;
- English speaking guide.
Extras
- International flights;
- travel insurance;
- items of a personal nature;
- transfers if not arriving at set times;
- alcoholic beverages outside meals.
Group size
From 2 to 8 touristsDuration
8 days
7 nights
It's important to know
Cancellation of booking
In case of booking cancellation the next policy applies. Tourists will receive a full amount they paid for the reservation in case they cancel more than 35 days in advance of the tour start date. In the event of cancellation within the period of 34 to 16 days before the tour start date - they are entitled to receive 50% of the booking amount. Cancelations made within 15 days before the tour starts will not be entitled to a refund.
