Green Spain
28 Sep - 5 Oct 27: An 8 Day Escorted Coach Holiday to Green Spain with Johnsons Coaches staying at Hotel Olimpo
Tuesday 28th September 2027 – Tuesday 5th October 2027
8 Days
From £1,499
Discover the lush landscapes, dramatic coastline and historic towns of Cantabria on this escorted coach holiday to Green Spain. After a relaxing Brittany Ferries crossing to Santander, unwind at the 4-star Hotel Olimpo in the coastal village of Isla, with gardens leading towards sandy beaches. Enjoy time at leisure by the sea plus included excursions to the medieval streets of Santillana del Mar, elegant Comillas, the spectacular Picos de Europa, Santoña, Laredo and Santander. With scenic drives, charming fishing towns, mountain views and comfortable travel throughout, this is a wonderful introduction to northern Spain’s greener side.
HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS
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Enjoy return Brittany Ferries crossings between Plymouth and Santander with cabin accommodation
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Stay at the 4-star Hotel Olimpo in the coastal village of Isla
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Explore Santillana del Mar, a beautifully preserved medieval village
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Visit Comillas, Santoña, Laredo and Santander
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Discover the dramatic scenery of the Picos de Europa, River Deva Valley and Potes
Hotel Olimpo
This 4-star hotel is set in a fantastic location in the coastal village of Isla. From the hotel’s lush gardens there is direct access onto the sandy beaches. Bedrooms all have balcony and views of either the beach or gardens. 69 Bedrooms, Terrace & Gardens, Outside Swimming Pool, Lift access.
HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE
4-Star * En Suite Bedrooms * TV * Lift * Outdoor Pool
YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES
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Door to Door service
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Our own courier service
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Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom
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Complementary on-board hot & cold drinks
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Free Wi-Fi & USB charging points on-board
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Return sailings from Plymouth-Santander with cabin accommodation with private facilities – 3 course dinner & breakfast included
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5 nights half board at Hotel Olimpo – inclusions include:
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3 course dinner with salad buffet, set starter, choice of 2 mains and 2 desserts
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House wine and mineral water included each night
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Tea/coffee after dinner
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Welcome drink and appetizer on arrival
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Music in the cafeteria each night
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Wine tasting included on one evening
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Hot & cold buffet breakfast
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Outlined Excursions
Date, Price & Supplement
28 Sep 27
£1,499
Insurance: £97
Prices are per person and for the entire holiday
A valid passport is required for this holiday
Day One |
We travel to Plymouth where we board the Brittany Ferries cruise ferry service to Santander. Relax and enjoy a night on board ship. (Our sailing is scheduled to depart at 18:45hrs. Overnight cabins are provided in 4 bedded lower bedded cabins inside or outside. Sole occupancy cabins will be allocated to 2-berth lower inside cabins for sole use). |
Day Two |
Our arrival time into Santander is 17:30hrs (Local time). We then take the short drive to Isla where we check into our hotel for our 4-night stay and arrive in time for dinner. |
Day Three |
A day at leisure to relax, spend time on the promenade or beach and enjoy the hotels facilities. |
Day Four |
Travel to Santillana del Mar, a village on the World Heritage List, best described as a living museum. In the afternoon stop in Comillas, the 'City of Archbishops' before returning to Isla. |
Day Five |
Full day to The Picos De Europa mountain range. Stop in San Vicente before joining the River Deva Valley, passing through a canyon, and on to Potes, a lovely market town set high in the mountains. Those who wish can continue to Fuente Dé for a cable car trip. |
Day Six |
This morning, we make the short journey to the fishing town of Santoña, the main canning port in Cantabria and famed for its anchovies in oil. The town holds a large outdoor market every Saturday, so while there we can mingle with the locals. Afterwards, we head south to spend the afternoon at leisure in one of Cantabria's most popular tourist towns of Laredo, with one of the longest and most beautiful beaches in the region. |
Day Seven |
To Santander with time to explore before boarding the afternoon sailing back to the UK (Our sailing is scheduled to depart at 18:45hrs). |
Day Eight |
Our scheduled arrival in Plymouth is at 15:45hrs(UK Time). After disembarkation we return to Henley-in-Arden during the evening. |
| Date | Duration | From price | Book now | Call back | Favourites |
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| 28 Sep 2027 | 8 Days | £1499.00 | Book now | Request call back | ★ |
Pick-up points
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| Henley in Arden Depot |
Park & Ride, Johnsons Depot
Liveridge House Liveridge Hill, Henley in Arden |
Home pick-ups
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