Introduction to Santiago De Compostela

Santiago de Compostela

Santiago de Compostela (also Saint James of Compostela) is the capital of the autonomous community of Galicia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

During our 3 1/2 hour walk we will visit the museum Pobo Galego (The Galician People). This Ethnographic museum gives the visitor a good insight into the Galician way of life. We walk though the ancient streets of Santiago dicussing the cities history then reaching the open-air market of Plaza Los Abastos.

Next off to the Cathedral, where we will see: the silver crypt where St. James’s remains lie, the statute of St. James the Apostle sitting on the high alter. We will exit the cathedral through the 12th century Baroque Portico de la Gloria (Port of Glory). From here we will walk down the front stairs into the centre of Plaza de Obradoiro where the Raxoi Palace, Hostal de los Reyes Catolicos and the College of San Jeronimo all stand.

After the tour you will be free to explore. As well as being a wonderful historical city to expolre, Santiago de Compostela has many vibrant cafes and restaurants where you can sample the delicious Galician cuisine, and a great variety of nightlife.

Itinerary

Day 1: On arrival you will be met by our guide and transferred to your hotel

Day 2: During our 3 1/2 hour Insiders Walking Tour we will visit the museum Pobo Galego (The Galician People). This Ethnographic museum gives the visitor a good insight into the Galician way of life. We walk though the ancient streets of Santiago dicussing the cities history then reaching the open-air market of Plaza Los Abastos.

Day 3: Day at leisure

Day 4: Transfer from your hotel to the airport.

Price inclusions

• Flight Dublin to Santiago de Compostela
• Airport transfer to the hotel
• 3 nights accommodation in the 3 star Hotel Hesperia Gelmirez
• Bed and Breakfast basis
• Transfer from the Hotel to the airport
• Services of a tour manager for coach transfers and tours
• Flight Santiago de Compostela to Dublin
• Taxes and charges of €86

Booking remarks

• Inclusive of taxes and service charges as indicated
• Includes check in of 1 standard bag per room
• Non refundable or transferable booking deposit €100 per person
• Full payment due on confirmation
• 2% surcharge if balance is paid by credit or charge card
• Optional Insurance €17 (conditions apply)
• Single Supplement €99
• Prices are correct at time of going to press, flight supplements may apply depending on availability of negotiated airfares

Accommodation details

Hotel Hesperia Gelmirez

This cosy hotel is situated in the heart of Santiago de Compostela, near the railway station and just 10 kilometres from the airport. An ideal base from which to tour the splendid historical and cultural features of the city.

The hotel boasts 138 fully-equipped rooms with heating, telephone, television and satellite TV.

Moreover, guests will enjoy a cafeteria and 2 convention rooms that hold up to 150 people.

Rooms

All rooms have a functional and elegant design and rooms for disabled guests are available upon request. All rooms come with the following amenities:

• Heating
• TV
• Direct line telephone
• Satellite dish
• Safe (on request)
• Room Service (19h – 23h)
• Breakfast Buffet
• Snack Bar
• Conference rooms
• Laundry

Dates and Prices

Date	Price
09 Jun 2012	€399
08 Sep 2012	€399