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...

Cantabria - 5 days from £375pp*

Travelling in February 2013. Price includes return flights (all taxes & charges included), airport transfers to & from accommodation, 4 nights' full-board accommodation includes packed lunch from day 2,  3 days' coach transportation, services of NST Destination Manager to assist with check-in & provide 24hr assistance, extensive group travel insurance and a generous free place ratio of 1 in 10.

Our most popular visits in Cantabria for Spanish Language school trips

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

Cultural Experiences

Taking part in these enjoyable shared experiences will not only strengthen friendships but also open your students’ eyes to Spanish culture and add real value to their classroom-based learning.

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.

Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao

One of the most famous museums in the world, housing modern, contemporary art. The museum’s collection focuses primarily on American and European art from the 20th century, featuring styles such as Pop Art, Minimalism, Arte Povera, Conceptual Art and Abstract Expressionism. This is an ideal en-route visit for groups flying into Bilbao.

Activity-Based Learning

A range of engaging experiences that offer a level of understanding that you simply cannot replicate in the classroom.

Cantabria

Online resources and interactive experiences are available at Cabarceno Nature Park, with your guide or at one of our hotels.

Santander Town Trail

Students follow trail instructions and answer questions in Spanish in this informative and enjoyable way to explore the town. Our trails are an excellent method of getting students to read, repeat and understand Spanish signs, words and phrases.

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. Examples workshops include hunting and cave painting, amongst other nature-based topics.

Tapas Tasting Evening

Groups staying at the Hotel Campomar gain a real taste of Cantabria by enjoying a fun tapas tasting evening and Spanish cookery lessons.

Traditional Flamenco Lessons

Students can see a professional presentation of the passionate art of flamenco dancing before learning some traditional moves and clapping rhythms. Instruction can be given in Spanish to aid students’ vocabulary.

Language Workshops

In the relaxed environment of this school, students will take part in speaking and listening sessions with native speakers, greatly enhancing their learning experience.

Santander Language Schools

NST can provide an intensive Spanish Language course in a highly prestigious school in Santander. Offering a fully tailored course, this school will ensure your students receive relevant content and delivery methods according to their study level. Students will be split in maximum groups of 15 with qualified teachers and awarded a diploma of attendance.

Leisure Visits

Karaoke / Disco

A small karaoke bar offers students the opportunity to hold a disco or karaoke evening. Pre-book this venue and ensure sole group use.

Swimming Pool

A large indoor swimming pool located in Santander.

Valle Real Shopping Centre

Cantabria’s first large indoor shopping centre has an impressive range of activities, including shops, cafés, restaurants, a games zone and an eight-screen cinema.

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 Cuevas, Santillana

Hotel Cuevas is a modern hotel built in 1987 in traditional Spanish style. There are 3 accommodation buildings – the Cuevas I and II (which are connected) and the more recently constructed annexe (which is located just in front of the main hotel on the other side of the road). The rooms in each of these buildings offer the same facilities and levels of comfort.

Hotel Cuevas, Santillana

This hotel is extremely well-located for excursions in Cantabria and offers comfortable accommodation in a safe, friendly and picturesque setting.

Address Santillana del Mar Avda. Antonio Sandi, S/N 39330 Santillana del Mar Cantabria Spain View map of location	Local Rating 2 star hotel
	Capacity 110 guests in 51 rooms (20 each in the Cuevas I and II and 11 in the annexe).

Location Information

The hotel is situated in the centre of historic Santillana del Mar, an approximate 30 minute drive from Santander. This ancient Cantabrian town is a unique ensemble of rural houses, artisan’s workshops and cobbled streets and is one of the most picturesque small towns in the area. The hotel is a 5-7 minute walk from the town centre.

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Accommodation Facilities

• Reception
• Restaurant
• Bar/cafeteria
• TV room
• Gardens
• Coach parking
• Disabled facilities: This property has no specific facilities or adapted rooms for disabled clients.

 Student Rooms

• 3-4 bedded rooms (Bunk beds maybe used occasionally. Due to the configuration girls maybe expected to share double beds).
• En-suite facilities
• Telephone
• TV
• Central heating

 Staff Rooms

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

 Safety Guidance

The hotel conforms to all local standards, which does not require windows to have restricted opening and 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 damages deposit is payable on arrival. The amount is €300 per group and can 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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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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Hotel El Tejo de Comillas, Comillas

The hotel, which dates from 2001, is an attractive building built with solid stone in typical, rural Cantabrian style.

Hotel El Tejo de Comillas, Comillas

A friendly, one-party hotel, traditionally decorated inside and out to a very high standard. In our opinion, this is one of the best hotels we offer in Cantabria.

Address Paseo de Solatorre, no. 3 39520 Comillas Cantabria Spain View map of location	Local Rating 3 star hotel
	Capacity 48 guests

Location Information

Comillas is situated on the northern coast of Cantabria, about 40 minutes west of Santander. The hotel is approximately 10 minutes’ walk from the beach with a bus stop approximately 500 metres away.

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Accommodation Facilities

• 24-hour reception
• Restaurant
• Meeting room
• TV Lounge
• Bar
• Lift
• Air-conditioning
• Disabled facilities: There are 3 rooms which have been fully adapted rooms for disabled clients.  Access to the hotel is good for wheelchair users.

 Student Rooms

• 2-3 bedded rooms (bunk beds)
• Ground floor rooms have interconnecting balconies
• En-suite facilities
• Central heating
• Satellite TV
• Telephone
• Safety deposit box

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/singles
• Ground floor rooms have interconnecting balconies
• En-suite facilities
• Central heating
• Satellite TV
• Telephone
• Safety deposit box

 Safety Guidance

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

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Hotel Los Hidalgos, Santillana

A modern hotel built in a traditional style.

Hotel Los Hidalgos, Santillana

A pleasant hotel which usually only takes 1 or 2 groups at a time. The hotel is family-owned and run and experiences in accommodating school parties.

Address Campo de Revolgo s/n 39330 Santillana del Mar Cantabria Spain View map of location	Local Rating 2 star hotel
	Capacity 150 guests over 3 floors

Location Information

The hotel is located in the historic town of Santillana del Mar approximately 30 minutes from Santander. This ancient Cantabrian town is a unique ensemble of rural houses, artisans’ workshops and cobbled streets, and it is one of the most picturesque small towns in the area. The hotel lies on the edge of an attractive green.

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Accommodation Facilities

• 24-hour reception
• Dining room
• Bar
• TV Lounge
• Garden
• Coach parking
• Cookery classes upon request
• Disabled facilities: There are no specially adapted rooms for disabled persons available at this hotel.

 Student Rooms

• 2-5 bedded rooms (bunk beds are often used. Some rooms have a balcony. Occasionally girls maybe expected to share double beds).
• En-suite facilities
• Central heating
• TV
• Direct dial telephone
• Some rooms have a balcony

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/singles
• En-suite facilities
• Central heating
• TV
• Direct dial telephone
• Some rooms have a balcony

 Safety Guidance

The hotel conforms to all local standards, which does not require windows to have restricted opening and 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.

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NST Destination Manager

Our Cantabria Destination 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.

Free Educational Resources

By choosing NST, you’ll receive some free educational resources to help your group get the most out of their time away.

The Go Explore Journal

When you book your language tour with NST, you'll receive a FREE Go Explore journal for every student. By keeping a daily record of their experiences on the tour using NST's journals, your students will be better able to learn and recall key language phrases.

Teachers often tell us that the journals become a treasured souvenir once their students have returned to the classroom. They can even be used to demonstrate to parents and school governors the impact of taking learning outside the classroom and used as examples of individual learning and development.

Click here to view a sample of our Go Explore Journal for French Language groups.

Project Work

We’ve prepared project work based on the visits incorporated within your itinerary, so you’ll easily be able to incorporate these challenging and enjoyable activities into your pre- and post-tour lesson plans. Your students will be able to conduct interviews with visit staff set around a specific topic and in the native tongue.

Click here to view a sample of our Go Explore Project Work for French Language groups.

Town Trails

Coming Soon... Our town trails are designed to help build on basic language skills and are ideal for KS3 students.