Covadonga, Cangas de Onís Lakes + Lastres Day Trip, Oviedo

A highly recommended tour to discover the natural beauty of Asturias. The Lakes of Covadonga, the Sanctuary (we wish we ...

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If you love history and nature, don't miss this day trip to the lakes and basilica of Covadonga, Cangas de Onís, embarking on a scenic route along the Asturian coast leading us to Lastres. An unforgettable trip in Asturias awaits!

Details

Duration

12 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

Transport by bus
English–speaking guide
Access to the Lakes of Covadonga

Not included

Food and drinks

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

Calle Uría, Number 58

Reviews of our customers

8.8

Excellent 48,419 Travelers·4,254 reviews

October 12, 2026
Veronica
Alicante, Spain
A highly recommended tour to discover the natural beauty of Asturias. The Lakes of Covadonga, the Sanctuary (we wish we had more time), and the beauti...
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October 12, 2026
Paula
Spain
First of all, without diminishing the fabulous, fairytale-like scenery, I think it's important to highlight the professionalism of our guide, Hector, ...
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October 10, 2026
Melani Rodríguez Cabrera
Las Palmas De Gran Canaria, Spain
Both the driver, Javi, and the guide, Héctor, made the experience excellent. They created a very pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. It was definitely ...
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October 10, 2026
Antonio Márquez Salas
Valencia, Spain
Everything was great and enjoyable. Our guide Santiago and driver David were both outstanding. The only thing to mention is that a little more time co...
As a couple
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October 4, 2026
Alba
Spain
Adrián, the guide, and Jorge, the driver, were WONDERFUL! Two incredibly professional people who made us enjoy the trip and the activity. We hope to w...
With friends
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September 23, 2026
Gemma Llauradó
Spain
The activity was great. Rosa was an exceptional guide. The only downside is that although everyone is asked to sit in the same place, some people occ...
Traveling solo
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September 22, 2026
Anónimo
Menorca, Spain
It was a great trip; I loved going to the lakes and Covadonga. Cangas de Onís is very beautiful... I was a little disappointed not to visit Lastres, a...
As a couple
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September 14, 2026
Maria
Rosario, Argentina
The tour is very good, and our guide Ana exceeded all expectations. The only downside is that it's long and can be a bit tiring. But it's worth it for...
Traveling solo
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September 11, 2026
Elena
Cádiz, Spain
The activity was fantastic, the guide was highly qualified, attentive, and friendly. The only minor drawback is that we had very little time in Cangas...
Traveling solo
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September 6, 2026
Debora
Spain
The experience was very good. Our guide, Elena, was wonderful and made the excursion much more rewarding. The only downside I see to the activities, b...
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Day Trip Details

We'll pick you up at the indicated time in the center of Oviedo, and from there, we'll travel to the east of the Principality of Asturias to visit the famous Lakes of Covadonga, a beautiful set of lakes located in the western massif of the Picos de Europa National Park.

The first stop will be at the Entrelagos viewpoint, where we'll enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of Lake Ercina and Lake Enol. After learning about the glacial origin of both lakes, we'll head for the Basilica of Santa María la Real de Covadonga. Next to this neo-Romanesque temple, built between 1877 and 1901, we'll learn about the history of King Pelayo and the Spanish Reconquest.

We'll continue the tour at the Covadonga Sanctuary, where we'll see the cave that houses the image of the Virgin, popularly known as the Santina. We'll also visit the Royal Pantheon, where the remains of Don Pelayo and other Asturian kings rest.

After visiting the Covadonga Sanctuary, we'll head for Cangas de Onís, where we'll enjoy a short guided tour. After this short tour, you'll have 2 hours of free time to get yourself lunch. You can also take advantage of this time to take pictures next to the iconic Roman bridge of Cangas. Under its arch, you'll also see the famous Victoria Cross, one of the main symbols of the Principality of Asturias.

Then, we'll continue the trip towards Lastres. There, we'll take a guided tour of this town to discover its most charming corners. Finally, we'll return to the initial meeting point after 12 hours.

Other Day Trips to Covadonga

In case there’s no availability for our Covadonga tour, we recommend taking a look at the following trips:

Itinerary Changes

Please note that the Covadonga Lakes are located within the Picos de Europa National Park, which has regulations governing parking and access. It's also possible that the park may close access for organisational reasons or that the time spent at the lakes may be reduced without prior notice, as it's a national park. Should this occur, we'll devote more time to the other stops on the trip.

Access to the Lakes of Covadonga

Depending on the parking space that the park assigns us, the access to the Lakes of Covadonga will include a climb of 200 or 400 stairs.

8.8

Excellent 48,419 Travelers·4,254 reviews

October 12, 2026
Veronica
Alicante, Spain
A highly recommended tour to discover the natural beauty of Asturias. The Lakes of Covadonga, the Sanctuary (we wish we had more time), and the beauti...
Is this useful?
October 12, 2026
Paula
Spain
First of all, without diminishing the fabulous, fairytale-like scenery, I think it's important to highlight the professionalism of our guide, Hector, ...
Is this useful?
October 10, 2026
Melani Rodríguez Cabrera
Las Palmas De Gran Canaria, Spain
Both the driver, Javi, and the guide, Héctor, made the experience excellent. They created a very pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. It was definitely ...
Is this useful?
October 10, 2026
Antonio Márquez Salas
Valencia, Spain
Everything was great and enjoyable. Our guide Santiago and driver David were both outstanding. The only thing to mention is that a little more time co...
As a couple
Is this useful?
October 4, 2026
Alba
Spain
Adrián, the guide, and Jorge, the driver, were WONDERFUL! Two incredibly professional people who made us enjoy the trip and the activity. We hope to w...
With friends
Is this useful?
September 23, 2026
Gemma Llauradó
Spain
The activity was great. Rosa was an exceptional guide. The only downside is that although everyone is asked to sit in the same place, some people occ...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
September 22, 2026
Anónimo
Menorca, Spain
It was a great trip; I loved going to the lakes and Covadonga. Cangas de Onís is very beautiful... I was a little disappointed not to visit Lastres, a...
As a couple
Is this useful?
September 14, 2026
Maria
Rosario, Argentina
The tour is very good, and our guide Ana exceeded all expectations. The only downside is that it's long and can be a bit tiring. But it's worth it for...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
September 11, 2026
Elena
Cádiz, Spain
The activity was fantastic, the guide was highly qualified, attentive, and friendly. The only minor drawback is that we had very little time in Cangas...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
September 6, 2026
Debora
Spain
The experience was very good. Our guide, Elena, was wonderful and made the excursion much more rewarding. The only downside I see to the activities, b...
As a couple
Is this useful?

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Day Trip Details

Other Day Trips to Covadonga

In case there’s no availability for our Covadonga tour, we recommend taking a look at the following trips:

Itinerary Changes

Access to the Lakes of Covadonga

Depending on the parking space that the park assigns us, the access to the Lakes of Covadonga will include a climb of 200 or 400 stairs.

Covadonga, Cangas de Onís Lakes + Lastres Day Trip