#MAGICALVILLAGES-GREAT ROUTE OF MAGIC CITIES AND VILLAGES OF THE ANCIENT KINGDOMS

15:00 – Arrival in San Facundo and check-in at the accommodation.

• Welcome at a charming rural hotel surrounded by nature.
• Time to settle in and begin the experience.

16:00 – Walk through the historic center and Church of San Facundo (1h).

• Stroll along cobblestone streets and traditional Bercian architecture.
• Visit to the Romanesque church with Baroque elements.

17:30 – Easy trail along the Tremor River with flora and fauna observation (1h).

• Accessible route to enjoy local biodiversity.
• Identification of native species and river landscapes.

19:00 – Afternoon snack at a traditional bakery with tasting of mantecadas and handmade pastries (30 min).

• Locally made with traditional ingredients.
• Explanation of the Bierzo’s baking traditions.

20:00 – Dinner at the accommodation.

• Specialty: Cured beef (cecina) with roasted peppers, oven-baked trout from the Órbigo River.
• Dessert: Chestnut cake.
• Pairing: Red wine D.O. Bierzo.

22:00 – Starlight Activity: Astronomical observation at a natural viewpoint with a specialist guide.

• Clear skies with no light pollution.
• Introduction to astronomy with telescope and constellation talk.

Night – Overnight stay in San Facundo.

• Rest in a rural setting ideal for reconnecting with nature.

08:00 – Breakfast at the hotel.

• Start the day with a full breakfast before a cultural and gastronomic journey.

10:00 – Visit to an apple orchard and explanation of cider production (1h).

• To learn about the cider-making process and its importance to the local economy.

11:30 – Guided visit to the Monastery of San Benito in Sahagún (1h).

• Historical relevance on the Camino de Santiago and architectural legacy.

13:30 – Lunch at a traditional inn in Sahagún.

• Specialty: Roasted suckling lamb.
• Pairing: Aged red wine D.O. León.

16:00 – Transfer to Sahagún (50 km | 50 min).

• Travel through farmland and pilgrim landscapes.

17:30 – Visit to a traditional winery with tasting of D.O. León wines and local cold meats (1h).

• To discover the Prieto Picudo variety and regional flavours.

19:00 – Afternoon snack at a local pastry shop with almond and puff pastry tasting (30 min).

• To experience traditional handmade sweets of the region.

20:00 – Dinner at the accommodation.

• Specialty: Cod “a la tranca” with Palencia-style ratatouille.
• Dessert: Almond pastries.
• Pairing: White wine D.O. Rueda.

Night – Overnight stay in Sahagún.

• Rest in a monumental town along the Camino de Santiago.

08:00 – Breakfast at the hotel.

• Start the day with a full breakfast before a cultural experience.

10:00 – Visit to the birthplace of Saint John of Sahagún (1h).

• To learn about the saint’s life and his historical and spiritual significance.

11:30 – Guided visit to the Church-Museum of San Pedro (1h).

• A prime example of regional religious art and local heritage.

13:30 – Lunch at a Palencian cuisine restaurant.

• Specialty: Vegetable stew with lamb.
• Pairing: Young red wine D.O. Cigales.

16:00 – Transfer to Becerril de Campos (40 km | 45 min).

• Journey through cereal fields and rural architecture.

17:30 – Visit to a cereal farming estate (1h).

• To discover traditional and modern techniques of grain cultivation in Tierra de Campos.

19:00 – Afternoon snack at a local bakery with tasting of rosquillas and traditional sweets (30 min).

• Handmade recipes with seasonal and local ingredients.

20:00 – Dinner at the accommodation.

• Specialty: Bean stew with traditional pork sausage.
• Dessert: Custard with cinnamon.
• Pairing: Aged red wine D.O. Cigales.

Night – Overnight stay in Becerril de Campos.

• Rest in a rural setting rich in agricultural and cultural history.

08:00 – Breakfast at the hotel.

• Start the day with a full breakfast before exploring the rural and cultural surroundings.

10:00 – Visit to an organic farm with honey production and tasting (1h).

• Tour of the natural beekeeping process.
• Tasting of different varieties of handcrafted honey.

11:30 – Visit to the Church of San Martín de Tours (1h).

• Jewel of Palencian Romanesque art with great artistic and architectural value.
• Declared a National Monument, a perfect example of Romanesque balance and sobriety.

13:30 – Lunch at a traditional restaurant.

• Specialty: Stewed pigeon.
• Pairing: Aged red wine D.O. Cigales.

16:00 – Transfer to Frómista (20 km | 25 min).

• Short route through the heart of Tierra de Campos.

17:30 – Visit to the Canal de Castilla, filming location of El Camino (1h).

• Walk along the canal and explanation of its 18th-century hydraulic history.
• A landmark of industrial and cultural heritage.

19:00 – Hydrotherapy session at a wellness center (1h).

• Thermal circuit with jets, contrast showers, and relaxation area.
• Ideal to unwind after a full day.

20:00 – Dinner at the accommodation.

• Specialty: Stewed lamb with mountain potatoes.
• Dessert: Cheese with honey.
• Pairing: Aged red wine D.O. Arlanza.

Night – Overnight stay in Frómista.

• Rest in a charming village on the Palencian Romanesque route.

08:00 – Breakfast at the hotel.

• Full breakfast to start the day with energy before river and nature activities.

10:00 – River route on the Pisuerga with wildlife observation (1h 30 min).

• Boat or kayak ride on calm waters.
• Observation of waterfowl, otters and riverside vegetation.

11:30 – Visit to a blueberry plantation with tasting (1h).

• Tour through organic crop fields.
• Tasting of fresh blueberries and products like jams or juices.

13:30 – Lunch at a mountain restaurant.

• Specialty: Railway stew (olla ferroviaria).
• Pairing: Aged red wine D.O. Arlanza.

16:00 – Transfer to Brañosera (50 km | 1h).

• Scenic route through the mountains and forests of Palencia.

17:30 – Relaxing massage with essential oils at a rural spa (1h).

• Personalized session using natural products.
• Ideal for muscle recovery after morning activity.

19:00 – Afternoon snack with homemade muffins (30 min).

• Traditionally baked in a wood-fired oven.
• Served with herbal tea or hot chocolate depending on the season.

20:00 – Dinner at the accommodation.

• Specialty: Asturian stew (pote) with compango (chorizo, blood sausage and bacon).
• Dessert: Rice pudding.
• Pairing: Natural cider D.O.P. Asturias.

Night – Overnight stay in Brañosera.

• Rest in a rural high mountain setting with livestock traditions and unique natural landscapes.

08:00 – Breakfast at the hotel.

• Full breakfast to start the day energized before exploring Asturian cider and heritage.

10:00 – Visit to a cider press (llagar) with tasting and production explanation (1h).

• Learn about the Asturian cider tradition and its cultural significance.
• Tasting of natural cider guided by the cider maker.

11:30 – Visit to the Basilica of Covadonga and the Holy Cave (1h 30 min).

• Iconic site of historical and religious relevance.
• Set in a breathtaking natural landscape.

13:30 – Lunch at an Asturian cuisine restaurant.

• Specialty: Fabada asturiana with compango (chorizo, black pudding, pork belly).
• Pairing: Natural cider D.O.P. Asturias.
• A signature dish of Asturian gastronomy.

16:00 – Transfer to Cangas de Onís (80 km | 1h 30 min).

• Scenic route through valleys and peaks of the Picos de Europa National Park.

17:30 – Spa circuit with mineral-medicinal waters at a local thermal center (1h).

• Natural treatment for relaxation and well-being.
• Blend of therapeutic water and scenic comfort.

20:00 – Dinner at the accommodation.

• Specialty: Asturian cachopo stuffed with ham and cheese.
• Dessert: Homemade apple pie.
• Pairing: Aged red wine D.O. Cangas.
• Iconic dish of regional cuisine.

Night – Overnight stay in Cangas de Onís.

• Rest surrounded by nature, history, and Asturian flavor.

08:00 - Sunrise at the Lakes of Covadonga with a picnic breakfast.

• To enjoy a natural spectacle in a privileged setting.

10:00 - Kayaking route on the Sella River (1h 30 min).

• To include an active experience in nature.

11:30 - Transfer to the departure point for the journey home.

12:00 - End of the tour and return to destination