San Sebastián de Garabandal Small Group Day Trip, Santander

Great atmosphere and a very professional guide; a very positive experience.

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Nature and devotion take the stage on this day trip to San Sebastián de Garabandal, a beautiful mountain town in Cantabria famous for its Marian apparitions.

Details

Duration

5 hours 30 minutes.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Pickup at hotels in the center of Santander and return transfer
Transport by minibus or bus
English–speaking guide
Reduced groups with a maximum of 8 people

Not included

Food and beverages

When to book

You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Minimum age

Not permitted for anyone under 3 years

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

9.5

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August 3, 2026
Jose Francisco
Sevilla, Spain
Great atmosphere and a very professional guide; a very positive experience.
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June 22, 2026
Zuleika
Spain
An unforgettable experience thanks to our guide Rafael. A 100% recommended activity.
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June 2, 2026
Pedro
Madrid, Spain
Excellent guide. A visit in an incredible natural setting. One of the best things to do in Santander.
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May 4, 2026
Elkuden Ereño Apraiz
Gernika-lumo, Spain
An excellent excursion and a magical little village; the whole landscape was beautiful. And the guide told us the history of San Sebastián de Garaband...
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April 29, 2025
María Alicia
Santander, Spain
It was a pleasant experience. We learned about some of the region's traditions, as well as its culture and surroundings. It was an educational experie...
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September 23, 2025
Anónimo
San Sebastián, Spain
Rafael excellent in explanations and kindness
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August 13, 2025
Anónimo
IrÚn, Spain
I liked it a lot, maybe there was not enough time, 45-1 hour more, otherwise very good
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July 26, 2025
Isabel
Madrid, Spain
An unforgettable experience. The guide, Rafael, was very attentive and kept everyone's attention at all times. We would definitely do it again.
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Nature and devotion take the stage on this day trip to San Sebastián de Garabandal, a beautiful mountain town in Cantabria famous for its Marian apparitions.

Day Trip Details

At the designated time, we'll set off toward western Cantabria passing the lovely landscapes of the Saja-Nansa Natural Park.

After an approximately 1-hour journey, we'll reach San Sebastián de Garabandal, a beautiful mountain town where various Marian apparitions in the 1960s. Specifically, between 1961 and 1965, four school girls who weren't related confirmed that they saw the apparition of the Archangel Michael and the Virgin Mary.

We'll tell you about these events as we stroll along the town's picturesque streets, where we'll visit the Iglesia de San Sebastián. If you embark on the morning day trip, you'll be able to attend mass in this church, which dates back to the 17th century.

We'll continue our tour of the town in the Santuario de los Pinos, a site where, according to tradition, the school girls saw the apparition of the Virgin Mary. If you go on the day trip on Saturday afternoon, you'll have the chance to pray the rosary in this pine forest.

Finally, we'll start our journey back to the starting point, where we'll conclude this 5.5-hour day trip.

Schedule & Pickup Points

The day trip includes pickup at the following locations:

Day Trip from Santander

We'll depart from your hotel in the center.
If you're not staying in the capital of Cantabria, or you're staying further away, you'll need to make your way to the following meeting point in the city: the bus stop on Calle Castelar, 25.

In both cases, pickup will take place at 9 am and 3 pm.

Day Trip from Torrelavega

We'll pick you up at the Pabellón Municipal La Habana Vieja bus stop, located on Calle Pintor Varela s/n, at 9:30 am and 3:30 pm.

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Nature and devotion take the stage on this day trip to San Sebastián de Garabandal, a beautiful mountain town in Cantabria famous for its Marian apparitions.

Day Trip Details

At the designated time, we'll set off toward western Cantabria passing the lovely landscapes of the Saja-Nansa Natural Park.

Finally, we'll start our journey back to the starting point, where we'll conclude this 5.5-hour day trip.

Schedule & Pickup Points

The day trip includes pickup at the following locations:

Day Trip from Santander

We'll depart from your hotel in the center.
If you're not staying in the capital of Cantabria, or you're staying further away, you'll need to make your way to the following meeting point in the city: the bus stop on Calle Castelar, 25.

In both cases, pickup will take place at 9 am and 3 pm.

Day Trip from Torrelavega

We'll pick you up at the Pabellón Municipal La Habana Vieja bus stop, located on Calle Pintor Varela s/n, at 9:30 am and 3:30 pm.

San Sebastián de Garabandal Small Group Day Trip