Below, you’ll find an example of one of our most popular itinerary choices, but we can tailor-make yours from scratch to meet your exact requirements...

5 day inclusive Cantabria itinerary package from £375pp*

Travelling October 2012

Our most popular visits in Cantabria for General & Cultural school trips

Here are some of our most popular visits in Cantabria for General & Cultural groups. We can tailor-make an itinerary to your exact needs. Call 0845 688 8988 to create your itinerary from scratch today.

Key Visits

The City of Santander

As a port town, it’s no wonder much of the town’s history revolves around the sea. Students can explore the Maritime Museum, Magdalena Peninsula and the Planetarium and even interview a resident on the street. Cruises of Santander Bay are also available.

Altamira Caves, nr Santillana del Mar

A replica of the original caves, famous for their prehistoric animal paintings. Students will be impressed by how the cave artists used the natural contours in the rock to enhance the animal figures.

El Soplao Caves

Take a guided tour (in English or Spanish) down the 1500m route through this cave, with acoustic effects and spectacular lighting showcasing the natural formations. An awe-inspiring visit for students.

Fuente Dé Cable Car

Take an excursion into the mountains and a memorable cable-car ride to the 1850m high summit where students will be astounded by the stunning views and landscape.

Santillana del Mar

Students will enjoy exploring this attractive medieval town, containing winding cobbled streets, tourist shops and an abundance of historic buildings.

Comillas

This small town gives students a taste of traditional Cantabria with its cobbled streets and squares, ancestral homes, towers and Modernist style buildings. It’s also home to Gaudí’s “El Capricho” building and the neogothic Sobrellano Palace.

Potes Market Visit

Students can practise their Spanish and even pick up a bargain at the popular local market in Potes – a medieval town, popular for its architecture, natural environment and traditions.

Cabarceno Nature Park & Workshops

This spacious safari park offers various entertainments such as falconry displays and sea lion shows. There are also workshops available, all of which can be conducted in Spanish. Example workshops include hunting and cave painting, amongst other nature-based topics.

Additional Visits & Attractions:

• Guggenheim Museum
• Traditional Flamenco Lessons
• Karaoke / Disco
• Swimming Pool
• Valle Real Shopping Centre

Cross-Curricular Visits

Why not add some curriculum linked visits to your Cultural tour experience, popular options include:

Art

• Guggenheim Bilbao
• Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
• Food Technology

Food Technology

• Potes Market Visit
• Tapas tasting evening
• Churros con Chocolate

Languages

• Santander Language School
• Tapas Tasting
• Flamenco Lessons

Music

• Ideal for Bands & Sacred Choirs

Below, you'll find some of our most popular accommodation options for school groups.

This is just a sample of our full range, so for full details of all properties available, please call 0845 688 8988 to speak to one of our Educational Travel Advisors today.

Hotel Campomar, Isla

A modern 4-storey hotel built in 1989 and recently renovated. The hotel benefits from a tranquil, beach-side location and offers plenty to do during free time.

Hotel Campomar, Isla

A comfortable, modern hotel run by the charming Rocio Campo and her family who have been welcoming school parties for many years. The Campomar enjoys a peaceful beachfront location within a short drive of the bustling city of Santander.

Address Playa la Arena 39195 Isla Cantabria Spain View map of location	Local Rating 3 star hotel
	Capacity 100 guests in 41 rooms.

Location Information

The hotel is located on the sandy beach of La Arena with Isla village centre a 5 minute drive away. The hotel has plenty of space around it and wonderful views of the surrounding countryside. Santander, the capital of the province and a busy seaside town, is easily accessed, lying just 45 kilometres to the West of Isla.

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Accommodation Facilities

• Reception
• Meeting/rehearsal room
• Bar-cafeteria
• Dining room
• Outdoor swimming pool
• Games machines
• Vending machine
• Lift
• Disco upon request
• Cooking sessions upon request
• Tapas evening upon request
• Spanish classes upon request
• Disabled facilities: All areas are wheelchair accessible. 2 rooms on the second floor have been adapted for disabled use, however doors are not wide enough to give access to all wheelchairs and although the bath and toilet have grab bars, the sink does not. Medicine can be stored in a refrigerator at reception.

 Student Rooms

• 3-4 bedded rooms
• En-suite facilities
• Hairdryer
• TV
• Central heating

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/singles
• En-suite facilities
• Hairdryer
• TV
• Central heating

 Safety Guidance

The hotel conforms to all local standards, which does not require fire doors that self-close. Therefore groups are advised, for additional security, to ensure doors are shut at night.  Group leaders are advised to consider this in their risk assessments/group management plan and ensure appropriate control measures are put in place.

Security Deposit

A security deposit is payable on arrival. The amount is €6 per person and can only be paid in cash. This amount is refundable at the end of your stay provided there has been no damage to the areas occupied by the group. To avoid misunderstanding, we recommend all group leaders undertake an inspection of all rooms with the hotelier on arrival.

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NST Destination Manager

Our Cantabria City Manager, Pablo or a member of his team, will meet you on arrival, assist you with hotel check-in, advise you on points of interest and public transport and provide 24-hour emergency assistance.