North Spain Photo Tour: Cantabrian Seascapes
Northern Spain, Spain · 11 days
- Group size
- Max 6 photographers
- Start & finish
- Bilbao Airport
- Duration
- 11 days
- Edition
- 6th edition
Our most complete Spain Photo Tour. The Cantabrian coast has become one of the favorite landscape and seascape photography locations in Europe, with beautiful beaches, stunning cliffs and rock formations, and the Picos de Europa mountains not far from the sea. The workshop crosses the Basque Country, Cantabria, Asturias and Galicia, visiting picturesque villages including Cudillero, Llanes, Lastres and Santiago de Compostela, with at least one post-processing session along the way.
Photography opportunities
- Gaztelugatxe island and the Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao
- Barrika's flysch rock formations
- Picos de Europa National Park
- Playa de las Catedrales, Galicia
- Santiago de Compostela cathedral
- Asturias' wild coastline: El Silencio and Gueirua beaches
- Punta Nariga lighthouse at sunset
Itinerary
- 01
Arrive in Bilbao (days 1–2)
The Guggenheim Museum, Barrika Beach's flysch formations, San Juan de Gaztelugatxe and the Gorbeia Forest.
Shooting: Architecture, Coastal rock formations
- 03
Cantabria
Seascapes at Comillas, Suances and San Vicente de la Barquera, with sunset at Los Urros' rock formations.
Shooting: Seascapes
- 04
Asturias
Sunrise at Arnia Beach, village stops at Llanes, Ribadesella and Lastres, and sunset at the Infierno cliffs.
Shooting: Cliffs
- 05
Picos de Europa
A full day in Picos de Europa National Park, then back to the coast for sunset at Cuevas del Mar.
Shooting: Mountains
- 06
Galicia
Sunrise at Castro de las Gaviotas, hidden waterfalls during the day, and sunset at Loiba Beach.
Shooting: Waterfalls
- 07
Galicia: Las Catedrales
Playa de las Catedrales in the morning, then Santiago de Compostela's cathedral and sunset at Punta Nariga lighthouse.
Shooting: Cliffs, Lighthouse
- 08
Asturias (days 8–9)
The wild coast around El Castro de las Gaviotas, Gueirua and El Silencio beaches, and the fishing ports of Luarca and Cudillero.
Shooting: Rock formations
- 10
Asturias to Bilbao
Sunrise at Campiechos Beach, coastal villages, and sunset at Vallina Beach before returning to Bilbao.
Shooting: Beaches
- 11
Departure
The North Spain Photo Tour ends near Bilbao Airport.
What's included
Included
- + Accommodation in twin rooms, private bathroom
- + All transportation during the tour
- + Fees and entrances to National Parks
- + Photographer Guide
- + Basic travel insurance
Not included
- − Flights to & from Bilbao
- − Any private expenses, including meals
- − Tips
- − Visa, check if you need one
- − Anything not mentioned in "Price includes"
Levels
Your photographer
Tour operator
Booking conditions
- This edition is currently on a waitlist; contact Photoworldtours for the next confirmed dates and pricing.
- Deposits are not refundable; other payments are refunded according to Photoworldtours' cancellation policy.
Frequently asked questions
What is the required physical level?
This tour is designed for photographers of all levels, but requires a basic level of fitness — please make sure you're comfortable carrying your camera gear across the days described in the itinerary above.
What do we do during bad weather?
Weather is unpredictable. According to the itinerary we can do editing lessons at our hotels, review your photos and/or visit other cultural spots.
What about group size?
We prioritize small groups — it helps that you can have support from our photo guides during all days and spots.
What is the cancellation policy?
Deposits are not refundable; other payments will be refunded according to our cancellation policy.
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