Visit to A Coruña and Rias Altas

Pick up at the port by our guide with a SHOREXC sign.

We will start our shore excursion by touring two of the high estuaries, the one of A Coruña and the one of Betanzos. Rías are one of the peculiarities of the Galician geography, they are traditionally divided into Rías Altas and Rías Bajas according to their position with respect to the cape of Finisterre and have a great fishing importance. The Galician coast is one of the fishing areas of greatest international and tourist relevance for its scenic surroundings and beaches.

Arriving at Betanzos we will make a tour of the old part. Its privileged location between the rivers Mendo and Mandeo and its interesting historic center make Betanzos one of the most interesting visits in the area. This town, former capital of one of the seven provinces of the Kingdom of Galicia is one of the most historic towns, is located in the heart of the Biosphere Reserve Mariñas Coruñesas e Terras do Mandeo and has a great agricultural tradition among which stand out certain variants of potato and the famous cabbage of Betanzos. Considered the Gothic capital of Galicia, the city has one of the best preserved historic centers in the region and was declared a Historic-Artistic Site in 1970. Betanzos was home to a large number of noble families as well as, later, illustrious families, which resulted in an extensive cultural and architectural legacy that means there is still much to see today.

After some free time for a coffee or to taste the famous Betanzos omelette, we will continue to the Pazo de Mariñán for a stroll through its gardens. They are part of the Camellia Route and although they are beautiful at any time of the year, the last and first months of the year, coinciding with the camellia flowering season, are the most spectacular. The origins of the Pazo de Mariñán date back to the middle of the 15th century and it was declared a historic-artistic site in 1972. The term "Pazo" generically refers to the large Galician country houses, buildings that usually have heraldic aspects and sanctuaries above average. Currently the Pazo has three uses: institutional events, course center and museum of the Pazo itself, bringing together much of the art collection of the Diputación.

Return to A Coruña where we will have a panoramic view of the city before returning to the port. A Coruña is a port city, known for its Roman lighthouse, the Tower of Hercules, which offers sweeping views of the coastline, the oldest lighthouse in the world still in operation and declared a World Heritage Site in 2009; and for its medieval old town whose streets transport us to the heartbeat of a medieval city tinged with baroque.

Return to the port for farewell.

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REMARKS

• Easy level / Panoramic / City tour.
• It is advisable to wear comfortable shoes.
• Important note: the walk and access to the gardens of the Pazo de Mariñan are dirt roads with very difficult access for wheelchairs. People with reduced mobility who use wheelchairs must be accompanied by other people who can help them. Shorexc staff and the driver, by law, cannot assist these people because they do not have the necessary qualifications. Please use folding wheelchairs, as the buses do not have lifts or ramps. We are not responsible if the client does not inform us of their situation at the time of booking.