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El Castillo Caves and Paleotithic Art- small groups

4.8(45)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 45 reviews5 hFree cancellationBy EXPLORING CANTABRIA
El Castillo Caves and Paleotithic Art- small groups

About this activity

HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit the caves of El Castillo and Las Monedas, both world heritage caves for their cave paintings

• Walk around the cozy village of Puente Viesgo 

• Enjoy the views over the Pas River

SUMMARY

After picking you up at your hotel, we will travel to Puente Viesgo to visit the famous caves of "El Castillo" and "Las Monedas", both World Heritage Sites by UNESCO, 2008.

The "El Castillo" Cave has paintings considered among the oldest preserved in the world. The silhouettes of hands in negative are famous, which according to archaeologists belong to more than 50 different people. Las Monedas cave will offer us beautiful silhouettes drawn in charcoal from the Magdalenian period. This cave also has a high geological value.

Finally, we will take a short walk through the village of Puente Viesgo

What's included

  • ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • ✓Entrance ticket to Las Monedas Cave
  • ✓Driver/guide
  • ✓Entrance ticket to El Castillo Cave
  • ✓Transport by private vehicle

Not included

  • ✕Food and drinks

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A maximum of 8 people per booking
  • This tour has a minimum of 4 people for final tour confirmation
  • Tour request approval depends on cave entrance tickets availability
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • The visit into the cave is only in Spanish available, your guide access with you to translate
  • Tour may be operated by multi-lingual guide
  • Temperature into the Caves is 12ºC all year
  • This tour is NOT recommended for people with mobility problems

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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