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Excursions

Excursions are a fundamental part of the Arcos Journeys Abroad experience and are included as part of your program. We carefully choose locations within your program region or country for their natural beauty, cultural richness, or historical significance. These day or overnight trips typically occur on weekends. Our excursions are designed to connect students with their experience, fostering learning and understanding through firsthand encounters. The most memorable moments come from these impactful, unique experiences. Below is a list of our available excursions.

A Coruña & Rías Altas

Visit to the Montefaro Viewpoint (Mugardos). Interpretation of the Ría de Ferrol with a view of the Castle of La Palma and San Felipe. Visit Redes (fishing village on the estuary). Pontedeume/Cabanas (beach and lunch!). Depart for A Coruña. Visit Mount of San Pedro/ Tower of Hercules/ Parrote/ Casco Viejo/ María Pita.

Ría de Arousa

Travel to O Grove and embark on a catamaran to visit the marine culture parks for oysters, scallops and mussels, with a tasting of mussels on board. Guided tour of Cambados and free time for lunch in Cambados. Visit Illa de Arousa (Island of Arousa). Free time to go to the beach (Playa do Bao).

Lugo & Camino de Santiago

Travel to Lugo, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Walk along the ancient city wall. Visit the interpretation center. Free time for lunch in Melide, a town on the French Way of the Camino de Santiago. If the weather allows visit the river beach in Furelos. Visit to the Terra de Melide Museum. Start hiking the Camino de Santiago from Melida to Ribadiso (14 km). End on the river beach of the Iso River. Time for swimming and relaxing before heading back to Santiago de Compostela.

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