Things to do in Costa da Morte

An essential excursion to get to know Galicia. You will visit the most important jacobian spots and villages. You will visit the famous santuary of Muxía where you will be able to get to know in depth the legends and explanations from a specialized guide regarding this place. You will experience a breath taking walk over the rocky shores of Costa da Morte You will discover also the most know, historical, jacobian and famous cape of the zone, called the cape of Finisterre. You will enjoy impressive landscapes and views over the atlantic ocean. In adiition you will learn the old pilgrims traditions and the history and end of the camino of the coast. Also a deep visit to the main port and village of finisterre is included. This will help you discover the main ancient and midle adged villages located over the dead coast. Sure you will admire the stop at the waterfall of Ezaro, a breathtaking spot known for its specail caractaristics. Another obligatory visit will be to muros. You will enjoy and discover shipwrecks, legends and roman culture that are still alive on the Costa da Morte.

After getting picked up from your hotel in Santiago de Compostela, begin your journey along the Galician coast. Your first stop will be at a traditional Galician village. Here, head to the top of a Roman bridge where you can admire breathtaking views of the river. Next, head to Muxia Lighthouse, where you can visit the famous sanctuary and head to the top of the lighthouse for a unique coastal experience. Continue your tour with a visit to the region's most important lighthouse, Finisterre. From atop of this picturesque lighthouse, admire panoramic views of what was considered by the Roman's to be the end of the earth. Break for lunch in the town of Finisterre before heading to the Ezaro Waterfall, the only waterfall that arrives directly into the ocean. Later, head to Carnota, where you can see the largest horréo, an old granary suspended by pillars, in existence. Finally, head to the village of Muros, a traditional coastal village. Enjoy some free time for a coffee or stroll around the main square before heading back to Santiago.

An essential excursion to get to know Galicia. The Finisterre Lighthouse and the impressive Costa da Morte offer us wild and impressive landscapes. The fishermen village of Muxía, Muros and the Ézaro waterfall are some of the places that you can know in depth with this successful tour, with which we will complement the explanations of a specialized guide who will show you in detail an area in which we will discover shipwrecks, legends and Celtic culture that continue alive in the Costa da Morte. Itinerary of the excursion: Departure from Santiago de Compostela - Ponte Maceira - Muxía - Finisterre lighthouse - Finisterre village (free time for the lunch) - Ézaro waterfall- Muros - Return to Santiago de Compostela. *The itinerary may be modified due to external circumstances

Begin the tour with a visit to Ponte Maceira, a charming little town that is an obligatory stop for pilgrims who travel on their journey towards the “end of the world”. Admire its 14th-century bridge over the Tambre river and see the picturesque sets of medieval mills. Travel along the beautiful coast of the Muros e Noia estuary to the historic town of Muros. Stop here for a short visit to admire your surroundings. Next, head towards the coast and enjoy one of the most beautiful views of the coast of Carnota. Drive by the beautiful coastal landmarks of Lira, Carnota Beach, Boca do Río, Mount Pindo and Cape Fisterra. After, arrive at Ézaro, where the river Xallas falls into the sea forming a waterfall, the Ézaro waterfall, is probably the most famous in Galicia and unique in Continental Europe. Continue to Cape Fisterra (Finisterre) once believed to be the westernmost point in Europe, where the lighthouse and kilometer zero of the Camino de Santiago is located. Here, eat lunch and take free time to walk around the town and its fishing port. Resume the itinerary and head to Muxia where you will be met here with a beautiful Sanctuary at the foot of the Atlantic and with three stones considered sacred by the Galicians.

Tour Costa da Morte and Cape Finisterre on this day trip from Coruña. Follow a route storied with lighthouses, shipwrecks, and legends. Learn about the region's history and be charmed by the Galician coast. Depart from A Coruña and head to one of the most special places on Costa da Morte, Cabo Vilan. Listen to your guide as they talk about the lighthouse's mystical traits characterized by its steep cape and the shipwrecks that have taken place there. Afterward, head to the Sanctuary of the Virgen de la Barca in Muxía. This sanctuary is intimately linked with Galician culture, the sailors and people of the sea, as well as the Celts. Spend time getting to know the sanctuary as you tour its grounds. From Virgen de la Barca continue on to Finisterre, also referred to as the end of the world. See why the Celts, Romans, and pilgrims came to this place for thousands of years. Hear its legends, stories, and naval battles before breaking for lunch. Go into the town of Finisterre to enjoy the local cuisine at one of its various restaurants. After lunch, head to Ézaro Waterfall, a place of natural, scenic beauty. As your last stop on this day trip, visit one of the most characteristic monuments of Galicia, the Horreo de Carnota, and learn more about Galician culture.

Departing from Plaza Galicia at 9:00 AM, head to Pontemaceira, a medieval bridge on the way to Finisterre. Arrive at Cape Finisterre, the end of the Camino de Santiago. Enjoy lunch in the town of Finisterre, known for its delicious seafood and visit the Finisterre Lighthouse. After lunch, continue to Ézaro Village to see its beautiful waterfall and river Xallas before going to Carnota. In this small town, learn from your guide about the horreo, a typical construction in the area. On the Coast of Death, discover leftover shipwrecks while hearing about the land of legends, inhabited by Celts who left countless stories wrapped in mystery. End the tour at 06:30 pm back at the starting point.

08:50 Departure From Santiago de Compostela The meeting point is at our office, Rúa Casas Reais, 31 (3 minutes from the cathedral, exactly at Porta do Camiño). Arrival to Mirador de As Paxareiras Incredible views over Carnota beach, Pindo mountains, Finisterre peninsula, Atlantic Ocean…etc. We take some of the most impressive photos with the best panoramic views over the coast of Carnota, Lira, Carnota beach, rivers, Pindo mountains and Finisterre lighthouse Arrival to Lighthouse of Finisterre It is the best-well-known lighthouse in the area, the westernmost of the Iberian Peninsula, and the “End of the World” lighthouse. There is also the famous 0 km stone of the Camino a Finisterre and of course beside the Lighthouse. A place full of modern and ancient traditions, in addition to magical and natural wonders that will make your mind and body travel far away. Departure From Lighthouse Towards the Village Arrival to Finisterre Town Here, thanks to our guides, you will have the opportunity to know all the curiosities and importance of this place. You can't miss the recommendations of our guides regarding, traditions, town secrets and the best places to visit for a unique experience Boat cruise from the port of Finisterre The boat ride is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, and it includes drinks (vermouth, wine, water, soft drinks) and typical local food such as homemade Galician Empanadas of different flavors. This will be a unique experience full of surprises! You will be able to enjoy the wonderful landscape from another perspective (the Finisterre lighthouse, seen from the sea) and with a good company, not only ours, but also that of the typical local products, included in the excursion. During the ride with the boat, it may be possible to see some dolphins and also underwater views from the lower part of the boat Free Time/Lunch The boat trip was only the beginning at Finisterre! It is time to enjoy a delicious meal with always fresh and tasty products. It will be your free time to enjoy on your own. If you want to have lunch, there is the opportunity to choose between different restaurants that offer local, vegetarian, fast-food or whatever you most prefer, and definitely all with adequate prices. Departure From Finisterre Arrival to Muxía It is the stop for many pilgrims who visit the Virxe da Barca Sanctuary enjoying the great waves coming from the ocean, right next to Muxia lighthouse. We will listen to the well-known legends about the arrival of the Apostle Santiago, and we visit the famous stones of this legend. Departure From Muxía Arrival to Cabo Vilan The Cabo Vilan lighthouse marks one of the most dangerous stretches of the Costa da Morte, but also one of the most beautiful. It is declared of national interest. The visit also includes an entrance to the museum, but always when it is open to the public. Departure From Cabo Vilan Arrival to Santiago

The guided day tour to Finisterre, Muxía and the Coast of Death runs along the west side of Galicia and it has 7 visits, which are discovered in 9 hours. The bus tour will start at the time you choose from the tour start options available to you at the already stipulated starting point. The Finisterre and Costa da Morte tour from Santiago de Compostela will begin with a visit to the wonderful village of Pontemaceira which, day after day, sees how pilgrims pass by who are amazed by its visual appeal full of stone and with a natural environment out of a movie. Its river, its small waterfall and its bridge of Gothic origin will transport us back in time. After enjoying Pontemaceira, it is time for Muxía. There are many reasons why we love to visit this beautiful area. From the mysticism emanating from the Sanctuary of La Barca to the visual magic of Cabo Touriñán, the westernmost point of the province of La Coruña. Back to the bus and southwest direction. Finisterre has something you will never forget. A beautiful fishing town with great local products but, above all, with views that leave their mark. Its horizon, known as Finis Terrae in the ancient world, will be one of the images you can never get out of your head. The unmistakable Finisterre lighthouse, the closest to America, was built in 1853, it has witnessed shipwrecks and stories that you should know. The tour of Finisterre and Costa da Morte from Santiago de Compostela heads to the incredible Ézaro waterfall. Coming to the light of tourists with the cycling tour of Spain, this wonder will surprise you when you see its enormous waterfall that comes from the Xallas River. If this Finisterre excursion has something, it is that the history and secrets that our guides will tell you are complemented by some places of interest to understand all the Galician traditions. The Carnota granery will lead you to understand the reason for this peculiar but functional construction. This giant granery, endowed from the 18th century, is one of the main exponents of religious power of the moment. We will get on the bus to reach the last stop of this beautiful excursion through Finisterre and Costa da Morte from Santiago de Compostela, the beautiful fishing village of Muros that, day after day, sees tourists passing by enjoying its gastronomy. You can watch the unloading of fish or go to one of the stalls. Without a doubt, a wonderful place to end an excursion that you will not forget. We will return to the bus to end our tour that will take us back to the Galician capital. If you still have doubts about taking the excursion to Finisterre and Costa da Morte from Santiago de Compostela and need more details, we will be happy to help you.

At 9:30 AM you will depart from the Plaza de Galicia, in Santiago de Compostela. After an approximate journey of 60 minutes, you will arrive in the city of La Coruña. First, visit the Tower of Hercules, the oldest lighthouse of Roman origin in the world, and its surroundings. Those who want to can go up to its viewpoint and enjoy the spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. Later, you will go on a walking tour through La Coruña, discovering the monuments and streets that surround the central Plaza de María Pita, including the Church of San Jorge, the Church of Santiago, the Mirador, Jardin de San Carlos, and Riazor Beach. After your walking tour though La Coruña, visit Betanzos, a Medieval settlement. Here you'll enjoy a second walking tour and try the best Spanish omelet.

See beautiful natural scenery and quaint coastal towns on this day trip through Galicia. Start your tour in the charming village of Pontemaceira perched on the Tambre River. Go to Muxía to visit the Sanctuary of the Virgin of the Boat where, according to legends, St. James was seen. Next, head to Cape Finisterre, the end of the Camino de Santiago. Enjoy lunch in the town of Finisterre, known for its delicious seafood. Check out Finisterre Lighthouse while you're there. After lunch, continue to Ézaro Village to see its beautiful waterfall before going to Carnota. Learn about the horreo, a type of granary traditionally built in the area. Discover shipwrecks on the Coast of Death.