Cantabria Music School Tours
Mix concerts and culture in Cantabria.
Captivate audiences at schools across Cantabria or take to the stage at Santander's Conservatory of Music. Whichever venues you choose, local communities come together to enjoy performances by your ensemble, creating memorable experiences both on and off the stage. When they're not performing, students can explore the spectacular El Soplao Caves, soak up the atmosphere of traditional Spanish towns and sample authentic tapas on this unforgettable trip to northern Spain.
Prices start from £615pp
What makes Santander's Conservatory of Music a memorable performance venue?
Offering excellent acoustics and a professional atmosphere, Santander's Conservatory of Music gives students the chance to perform in a prestigious setting. Taking to the stage in a respected venue can be a rewarding experience, helping young musicians develop their confidence and performance skills.
What makes Cantabria different from other music tour destinations?
Combining peaceful coastal towns, dramatic mountain landscapes and a rich cultural heritage, Cantabria offers students the chance to experience a more authentic side of Spain. Away from the country's busiest tourist hotspots, groups can immerse themselves in local culture while creating unforgettable memories together.
How can a music tour to Cantabria help students develop?
From performing for new audiences to exploring a different culture, a music tour to Cantabria helps students grow both musically and personally. Sharing new experiences, working together as an ensemble and stepping outside their comfort zones can build confidence, strengthen friendships and create memories that last long after the final performance.
Price includes
- 4 nights’ full board accommodation
- 2 nights’ overnight coaching
- Executive coach transport from & to school & throughout your stay
- Organisation & publicity of 3 concerts
- Services of NST Destination Manager to assist with check-in & provide
- 24 hour assistance
- Extensive group travel insurance
- Generous free place ratio of 1 in 8
Price shown is based on 40 paying passengers departing from selected departure points in November 2022 and is subject to availability.
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Top performance venues
Conservatory of Music, Santander
In the centre of Santander, this modern building has excellent acoustics with a very large stage - a high standard of performance is required.
San Miguel Y Santa Gema
This church always welcomes our groups and provides good audiences.
El Christo De Maliano
Groups are welcome to sing or perform concerts at this local church.
Bandstands & Parks
Santander and many nearby towns off er numerous opportunities for outdoor concerts during the summer months including Los Jardines de Pereda - one of the city’s most popular parks.
Local Schools
All have excellent facilities and welcome groups from the UK to perform for their Cantabrian counterparts. Often the entire school becomes the audience for concerts performed in a school theatre.
Community Social Centres
There are a wide number of these centres across the region which run a variety of social events throughout the year.
Top visits
Altamira Caves
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. Workshops are available.
El Soplao Caves
Take a guided tour (in English or Spanish) down the 1,500m route through this cave, with acoustic effects and spectacular lighting showcasing the natural formations. An awe-inspiring visit for students.
Cabarceno Nature Park
A visit to this unique nature park will be an unforgettable experience for your group. This park is unlike any other zoo or wildlife park. Attractions include falconry displays conducted in Spanish. Groups can now also feed the animals whilst accompanied by park staff.
Flamenco Lessons
Students can try the heart-stopping and passionate art of Flamenco dancing, a true cultural experience from Spain’s musical heritage.
Tapas Tasting Experience
Enjoy true Spanish cuisine at an authentic local restaurant.
Karaoke or Disco
A small karaoke bar offers groups the opportunity to hold a disco or karaoke evening. Pre-book this venue and ensure sole group use.
Guggenheim Museum
One of the most famous museums in the world, housing modern and contemporary art. The museum’s collection focuses primarily on American and European art from the 20th century. This is an ideal en-route visit for groups flying into Bilbao.
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.
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 neo-gothic Sobrellano Palace.
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On-tour support
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On-tour support includes...
- Airport assistance during check-in, security and gate checks on your outbound flight from the UK
- Airport assistance when you arrive back at your UK airport when you book a coach transfer to take you home
- Services of an NST Destination Manager
- Services of a Concert Assistant
Accommodation
Popular options in Cantabria
Hotel Campomar
A comfortable, modern hotel run by Javier and Saul Campo 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.
Hotel Los Hidalgos
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.
Hotel El Tejo de 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.
Hotel Campomar
A comfortable, modern hotel run by Javier and Saul Campo 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.
Hotel Los Hidalgos
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.
Hotel El Tejo de 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.
FAQs
Why is Cantabria a great destination for a school music tour?
Cantabria offers music students the chance to perform in authentic Spanish settings while experiencing a region rich in culture, history and natural beauty. From peaceful coastal towns to mountain villages, the destination provides unique performance opportunities and a welcoming atmosphere for school ensembles.
What performance opportunities are available for school music groups in Cantabria?
NST arranges and promotes three concerts, allowing students to perform in a variety of venues across the region. These can include local schools, community venues, churches and prestigious settings such as Santander’s Conservatory of Music, giving students valuable experience in front of different audiences.
How does the tour support students’ musical development?
Performing in an international setting helps students build confidence, strengthen ensemble skills and develop greater musical awareness. Exposure to new venues, audiences and cultures encourages personal growth while providing memorable performance experiences beyond the classroom.
What is included in the NST Cantabria music tour package?
The package includes executive coach travel, two nights’ overnight coaching, four nights’ full board accommodation and the organisation and publicity of three concerts. Extensive travel insurance and a generous 1 in 8 free place ratio are also included, helping teachers plan with confidence.
What support do teachers receive during the tour?
NST provides comprehensive support through an NST Music Tour Manager, a Concert Assistant and a dedicated NST Cantabria Representative. On-the-ground assistance, including help with check-in and 24-hour support throughout your stay, ensures a smooth and well-organised tour.
How can the Cantabria music tour be tailored to our group?
Every Cantabria music tour can be tailored to suit your ensemble's abilities, performance goals and educational objectives. NST’s music tour specialists will create a balanced itinerary combining concerts, cultural experiences and sightseeing opportunities to deliver a rewarding and inspiring trip for students.
Giving you full support throughout
Before your tour
- Dedicated NST expert from day one
- Responsive, flexible communication - Teams, phone, or email
- Same-day quotes
- Trips tailored to your budget, with transparent pricing
- Straightforward planning - we handle the details
- Step-by-step risk assessment guidance
- Free accommodation for group leader preview visits
- Curriculum-driven, enriching experiences across 100s of locations
- Unrivalled local knowledge & expertise
Whilst you're away
- Our travel app keeps all your info in one place
- On-tour support from our reps on the ground
- Support & assistance from our specialists
- 24/7 helpline and support
- Extensive group travel insurance
- Group-friendly accommodation
- Free educational resources
On your return
- Priority rebooking services
- Loyalty reward scheme for valued customers
- You say, we act - we're committed to continuously improving our tours
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