Best of Cantabria Day Trip - Reviews

Rating of the activity

9 / 10

8.963768115942 276 reviews | 2,332 travellers

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Sep / 22 / 2026

Monica Rincon Acereda

Las Palmas, Spain

Santiago es un guía excelente, conocedor en profundidad de Cantabria y sus diversas tradiciones, historia, costumbres. La excursión se hace muy amena. No podría decidirme si tuviera que elegir entre todas las visitas de la excursión la que más me gustó, porque todas resultaron fenomenal: además un buen equilibrio entre historia, arquitectura, naturaleza, playa, gastronomía, sitios típicos,... es una gran experiencia, la recomiendo. Translate this opinion into English.

Santiago is an excellent guide, with in-depth knowledge of Cantabria and its diverse traditions, history, and customs. The excursion is very enjoyable. I couldn't possibly choose a favorite among all the visits on the tour, because they were all fantastic: a great balance of history, architecture, nature, beaches, gastronomy, and local sites... it's a wonderful experience, and I highly recommend it. Opinion translated. Show original.

Aug / 27 / 2026

Juan

Madrid, Spain

I travelled with my partner

Tanto el conductor (Oscar) como el guía (Héctor) muy bien los 2 a pesar de tener que lidiar con un grupo mixto y verse obligado a repetir los comentarios y explicaciones en inglés después de haberlos hecho en español, pero lo ha gestionado bien. El bosque de secuoyas muy bien (el tiempo también nos ha acompañado) aunque hemos estado muy poco tiempo. Comillas muy bien también aunque, a excepción del Capricho de Gaudí, el resto no hay mucho tiempo para verlo bien. En Santillana del Mar nos llovió. Translate this opinion into English.

Both the driver (Oscar) and the guide (Héctor) were excellent, despite having to manage a mixed group and having to repeat comments and explanations in English after having given them in Spanish. They handled it well. The sequoia forest was wonderful (the weather was also great), although we only had a short time there. Comillas was also very nice, although, with the exception of Gaudí's Capricho, there wasn't enough time to see the rest properly. It rained on us in Santillana del Mar. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 22 / 2026

Yojahira Alejos Cardenas

Valencia, Spain

I travelled by myself

La experiencia fue increíble, nuestro guía Santiago la verdad que nos explicó todo con mucha claridad, fue un verdadero gusto hacer este tour con una persona que además de saber claramente acerca de la historia, sabe trasmitir fue muy cordial y muy simpático todo el tiempo, los lugares q visitamos maravillosos y creo que el tiempo necesario en cada lugar xq son muchas horas. Translate this opinion into English.

The experience was incredible. Our guide, Santiago, explained everything very clearly. It was a real pleasure to take this tour with someone who, in addition to knowing the history clearly, knows how to convey it. He was very cordial and friendly the whole time. The places we visited were wonderful, and I think the time spent in each place was just right because it's a long tour. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 11 / 2026

Anonymous

Madrid, Spain

I travelled with my partner

Creo que eramos muchas personas, aproximadamente 35 españoles y 22 ingleses. El guía nos repartió en dos grupos por lo que se iba turnando en el free tour , teniendo mucho tiempo libre y pocas explicaciones al tener que dividir todo el tiempo en dos turnos. Creo que quedo muchas cosas por explicar tanto en Comillas como en Santillana , aunque creo que en esta última fue mas escaso todavía.

I think there were a lot of us, approximately 35 Spaniards and 22 English people. The guide divided us into two groups, so he took turns leading the free tour, which meant he had a lot of free time and not much time to explain, since he had to split it all between two groups. I think there were many things left unexplained in both Comillas and Santillana, although I think there was even less explanation in the latter.

I travelled with my partner

Lamentamos que la experiencia no haya cumplido con tus expectativas. Agradecemos tus comentarios sobre la división del grupo y la cantidad de explicaciones proporcionadas. Tomaremos en cuenta tus observaciones para mejorar nuestros servicios en el futuro. Translate this opinion into English.

We regret that the experience did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback regarding the group division and the amount of explanation provided. We will take your observations into account to improve our services in the future. Opinion translated. Show original.

May / 26 / 2026

Anonymous

Spain

I travelled with my partner

Al mínimo. Te muestran lo mínimo de los dos pueblos pero tampoco te dejan tiempo para hacer las visitas guiadas que se ofrecen por ejemplo en la casa del Marqués, q està al lado del capricho de Gaudí. La excursión en bilingüe, escuchar lo mismo en dos idiomas, muy cansino . Recomiendo hacer la excursión con tu coche para mayor provecho, en los edificios visitables tienen sus propios guías para realizarte las visitas con todo detalle

The bare minimum. They show you the bare minimum of both towns, but they don't even leave you time for the guided tours offered, for example, at the Marquis's house, which is next to Gaudí's Capricho. The bilingual tour, listening to the same thing in two languages, is very tedious. I recommend doing the excursion in your own car to get the most out of it; the buildings open to the public have their own guides who can give you a more detailed tour.

I travelled with my partner

Esta actividad se realiza sin guía, permitiendo a los participantes explorar a su propio ritmo. Lamentamos que la experiencia no haya cumplido tus expectativas en cuanto a las visitas guiadas y la traducción en dos idiomas. Agradecemos tu feedback, que tendremos en cuenta para futuras mejoras. Translate this opinion into English.

This activity is self-guided, allowing participants to explore at their own pace. We regret that the experience did not meet your expectations regarding guided tours and bilingual translation. We appreciate your feedback, which we will consider for future improvements. Opinion translated. Show original.

May / 14 / 2026

Rosa

Mataró, Spain

I travelled with teenagers

Patricia nuestra guía lo hizo genial. Muy buenas sus explicaciones pero la excursión adolece de problemas de planteamiento algo habitual cuando se quiere abarcar demasiado. Comillas y Santillana del Mar tienen un patrimonio suficientemente rico como para merecer, unas cuantas horas cada una. Aprecias la belleza del lugar, pero se queda mucho por ver., por otro lado algo típico en este tipo de excursiones. Translate this opinion into English.

Patricia, our guide, did a great job. Her explanations were very good, but the excursion suffers from planning issues, which is somewhat common when trying to cover too much. Comillas and Santillana del Mar have a rich enough heritage to deserve a few hours each. You appreciate the beauty of the place, but there is still much to see, which is typical in this type of excursions. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with teenagers

May / 14 / 2026

Lorena

Spain

I travelled with my partner

Nuestra guía Patricia,nos dio un día aburridisimo,una manera de hablar llena de muletillas.Sosa.La mitad del tiempo nos dejaba a nuestro aire,sin saber a dónde ir,encima el tiempo no ayudaba.Donde te metes en un pueblo que no conoces con lluvia más de una hora?A la mñn,a media mñn,a la tarde.Una pareja se desorientó,por suerte nos encontró a nosotros,casi se echa a llorar la pobre mujer.He ido con otras guias y no era así,esta chica casi ni hablaba.Y cuando lo hacía ni se esperaba al grupo.si tu

Our guide, Patricia, gave us an incredibly boring day. Her way of speaking was full of filler words. She was so dull. Half the time she left us to our own devices, without us knowing where to go, and on top of that, the weather didn't help. Where do you go in a town you don't know when it's raining for more than an hour? In the morning, mid-morning, in the afternoon. A couple got lost, luckily they found us; the poor woman almost burst into tears. I've been with other guides and they weren't like that. This girl hardly spoke. And when she did, she didn't even wait for the group.

I travelled with my partner

Lamentamos sinceramente que la visita no haya cumplido tus expectativas y que la forma de llevar el grupo no te resultara adecuada. Nuestros colaboradores en destino se esfuerzan por transmitir los contenidos de la forma más amena e interesante posible y por atender a todos los participantes durante la actividad. Sentimos si en esta ocasión esa no fue tu sensación, así como las molestias que pudo generar el tiempo y la organización del recorrido. Translate this opinion into English.

We sincerely regret that the visit did not meet your expectations and that the group's management style was not suitable for you. Our on-site staff strive to present the information in the most engaging and interesting way possible and to attend to all participants throughout the activity. We apologize if that was not your experience on this occasion, as well as for any inconvenience caused by the timing and organization of the tour. Opinion translated. Show original.

Apr / 01 / 2026

Paolo Nicola Gaveglio

Barcelona, Spain

I travelled with my partner

Nos ha gustado muchísimo, muy bien el guía Héctor y sobresaliente la explicación con todo detalle que tuvimos por parte de Silvia del encantador Capricho de Gaudí, una excursión a recomendar y más con un día de sol como nos hizo, fue realmente magnifico Translate this opinion into English.

We loved it! Héctor was a great guide, and Silvia's detailed explanation of Gaudí's enchanting Capricho was outstanding. A highly recommended excursion, especially on a sunny day like we had; it was truly magnificent. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with my partner

Sep / 26 / 2026

Victor

Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Spain

I travelled with my partner

Muy buena experiencia Translate this opinion into English.

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I travelled with my partner

Sep / 26 / 2026

Anonymous

Cuenca, Spain

I travelled with friends

Sep / 26 / 2026

Manuela

Valencia, Spain

I travelled with my partner

El guia maravilloso Translate this opinion into English.

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I travelled with my partner

Sep / 22 / 2026

Anonymous

Granada, Spain

I travelled with my partner

Sep / 22 / 2026

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Sep / 22 / 2026

Diana Beatriz Rotenberg Kuligovs

Palma, Spain

I travelled by myself

Excelente recorrido. El guía muy profesional, en atención a cada turista,explicaciones y disponibilidad. Suelo contratar excursiones con Civitatis, desde Mallorca, donde resido. Translate this opinion into English.

Excellent tour. The guide was very professional, attentive to each tourist, with clear explanations and excellent availability. I usually book excursions with Civitatis from Mallorca, where I live. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled by myself

Sep / 22 / 2026

Marta

Madrid, Spain

I travelled with teenagers

Precioso e interesante, se hace corta la visita, ya que te gustaría dedicarle más tiempo a cada lugar. Muy recomendable. Translate this opinion into English.

Beautiful and interesting, the visit feels too short, as you'll want to spend more time in each place. Highly recommended. Opinion translated. Show original.