This is an excellent trip for the moderate walker. It combines fantastic scenery in which to hike, a well informed, diligent and capable tour leader, excellent rural village accommodation with superb food and incredible local hospitality. The Picos de Europa is a beautiful region of Spain and rivals the better known ranges in Europe for scenery and grandeur. It is well worth the visit. The Hotel Torrecerredos is a perfect base from which to enjoy the daily hikes. It provides suitable rural hotel style accommodation but it also provides superb food, wine and hospitality. The local value for money was phenomenal, the last night night team meal in the Cafe Restaurant Cares was just 15 Euros for three huge courses with wine included.
I must admit I was a little nervous booking my first tour with Expat as I wasn't sure what to expect. However, we were pleasantly surprised with how smoothly everything went. Andreea was our knowledgeable and fun tour leader, Miranda was our safe and professional driver, and they worked well together. We had a blast!! The sights and tastes of the countries were fabulous! So much to do and so little time to do it, yet I feel like I captured the flavor of each country. It was exhilarating!! NOTE: This is a fast-paced trip - NOT for the faint of heart or those looking for a leisurely vacation.
A delightful tour and well worth taking the time. We did think having a radio communications system may add to the tour, hard at times to keep up close to hear what was being discussed between stops.