León

León stretches from the northern Picos de Europa to the plains of the Meseta. León city is known for its Gothic cathedral with outstanding stained glass, the Romanesque complex of San Isidoro, and Gaudí’s Casa Botines. The province also forms a key section of the Camino de Santiago and offers mountain villages, high-country landscapes, and hearty regional cuisine.

Our Tours

We offer plenty of tours that explore León. In The Paradores of Northern Spain, León features as part of a multi-region itinerary that stays in historic Paradores while visiting the city’s landmarks and nearby landscapes. In our Customized Guided Tours, León can be tailored into your route, whether you want cathedral and museum visits, Camino stages, or mountain excursions. Each trip is fully organized—from guided visits to accommodations and transport—so you can discover León’s architecture, history, and natural scenery without worrying about logistics.

Simply choose one of the tours and trips listed below, or let us make a customized design for you to discover León!

Wildlife

Join our guided wildlife tours and observe the unique wildlife of Asturias!

‘Unique species, unbeatable scenery and unforgettable experiences’. That’s how Asturias is promoted as ecotourism destination. And no wonder. Although this ‘Natural Paradise’ only represents 2% of Spain’s surface, it is home to 75% of mammals and birds species to be found in Spain. The most iconic are Cantabrian brown bears (Ursus arctos arctos), Iberian wolves (Canis lupus), Bearded Vultures (Gypaetus barbatus), Golden Eagles (Aquila chrysaetos) and Wallcreepers (Tichodroma muraria,).

Protected areas in Asturias

Over a third of Asturias’ surface is protected. Asturias has 1 National Park (Picos de Europa), 7 Biosphere Reserves (Las Ubiñas-La Mesa, Muniellos, Picos de Europa, Redes, Ponga, Somiedo and Oscos-Eo), 5 natural parks (Fuentes del Narcea, Degaña e Ibias, Las Ubiñas-La Mesa, Ponga, Redes and Somiedo), 1 full nature reserve (Muniellos), 6 partial nature reserves, 2 protected landscapes and 39 natural monuments. Furthermore, Asturias also houses the first declared marine reserve in Spain (El Cachucho).

Wildlife of Asturias

Resultantly, Asturias is one of the best places to observe Iberian wildlife. The brown bear is undoubtedly the emblematic animal of Asturias. You can also see wolves, hoofed animals (deer, roe deer, fallow deer, and ibex), and other mammals such as wild cats, genets, and otters. Furthermore, you can find over 400 bird species in Asturias. Bearded Vulture, Griffon Vulture, Golden Eagle, and Wall Creeper are only some examples. Also, over 140 butterfly species live in Asturias. Finally,  you can spot up to 25 species of cetaceans, both resident and migratory, in the Cantabrian Sea bordering Asturias.

Our guided wildlife tours

We offer various Wildlife Tours to encounter the rich wildlife of Asturias. Certified and experienced guides who respect the local environment lead all our tours.

Even though Asturias has abundant wildlife, there is no guarantee that you see all the animals you want during your stay. However, participating in our guided wildlife tours greatly increases your chances of encountering them. We also design customized tours for a unique and personalized wildlife experience.

Visit and dive into Asturias’ wildlife with us!

Join us for a unique wildlife experience in northern Spain. This guided tour combines the observation of both wildcats and Iberian wolves, two of the...
Duration 8 Hours
€140

Other Trips

These are other trips.

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Duration 13 Days