Vigo to Pontevedra and Santiago de Compostela: Day trip
Private ride with a local driver
8h 45mRound tripPrivate driver
About your trip
Unearth the spirit of southern Galicia, then top it off with Santiago’s majestic spires for a true cultural feast!
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Vigo whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
After arriving in Pontevedra, you'll have the freedom to explore its old plazas and riverside walkways before continuing on to Santiago de Compostela, where you can visit the cathedral and historic center, all at your leisure. Meanwhile your driver will wait for you nearby, ensuring a stress-free return trip.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Child seats included free of charge
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions Pontevedra and Santiago de Compostela should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From US$194
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotalUS$582
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
- Start in VigoYou choose the pickup spot.
- PontevedraFeel free to explore at your own pace and discoverStop: 3 h 30 min - admission not included
In the 1500s, Pontevedra was the capital of Galicia, and an important port. In fact, Christopher Columbus’ flagship was built here, and many locals believe Columbus was actually a Pontevedran nobleman who faked his own death and took on a new identity. Many of the city’s squares and and streets in are named after traditional trades, such as the ‘Praza da Leña’, or ‘firewood square’. Here visitors will find a classic ‘cruceiro’, elegant houses with granite arches, and the Pontevedra Museum. The 18th century Peregrina Chapel may not be the city’s oldest church, but this baroque church has an unusual rounded façade and is an important part of the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela. In a region famous for its seafood, it would a shame not to take a siesta and sample the mouth-watering offerings from a local eatery or the famous food market.
- Santiago de CompostelaFeel free to explore at your own pace and discoverStop: 2 h 30 min - admission not included
In the early 9th century, a hermit saw light shining over a forgotten Roman tomb, revealed to be that of the beloved St. James the Greater. A settlement sprung up around the site, and quickly became one of the most important pilgrimages in Christianity. In the 10th century, the Moors completely destroyed the city, which was completely rebuilt in the following century. The Old Town is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, containing Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and Neoclassicist architecture. The 11th century cathedral is a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture and houses the Pórtico de la Gloria, a jewel of the medieval sculpture. Its Baroque western façade faces the square of Obradoiro, and is considered one of the world´s most beautiful urban areas. When you’re done with the Old Town’s winding streets and many monuments, be sure to treat yourself to Galicia’s most iconic dish: octopus!
- Back to VigoWe’ll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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