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Autumn in Northern Spain and Portugal | ||||||
 El Molino, Western Cantabria  Autumn in the Rioja Alavesa  El Rexacu, high in the Asturian Picos |
“Green Spain” is beautiful at this time of the year, alive with a blaze of autumn colour, particular highlights include the dramatic gorges of Picos de Europa in Asturias and Cantabria. The wine growing region of the Rioja Alavesa undergoes a transformation from green to the most vibrant tones of red and bursts into life as the whole area prepares for the harvest. El Molino; Self Catering in Western Cantabria Standing by a stream in a very pretty, secluded spot off the road climbing the hills towards San Vicente del Monte, El Molino is a former watermill which has been restored and converted into a cosy, compact holiday home. It has its own bridge and spacious garden. Grape harvest, La Rioja Alavesa Come to the Rioja Alavesa in late October, early November and you're in for a real treat! As the grapes ripen for harvest the landscape explodes into a rich tapestry of reds, oranges and yellows - add this to the fine wines and gastronomy, good walking and historic towns to visit and you've a recipe for a great autumn getaway. Casas Cantabricas have a fine selection of specially selected hotels from which to explore the region. El Rexacu, Picos de Europa, Asturias Set in a glorious mountain landscape in a tiny hamlet this mountain hotel is very well located for exploring the Picos de Europa. It has been recently and very nicely converted from a traditional farmhouse, and has an excellent restaurant. Alternatively Casas Cantabricas have a fine range of self catering properties and other hotels in the region, visit our website or ring 01223 328721 for more information. Itinerary Also from Casas Cantabricas Personal service With over 20 years experience in the region let us help you to get the most out of your visit to Northern Spain and Portugal. Don't hesitate to call for expert, personal advice. Bespoke itineraries For a bespoke itinerary, be it a combination of hotels or with self-catering accommodation included, contact us for expert advice. Car Hire Visit our website or call to arrange competetive car hire from any of the airports in our region. Ferry travel Let us book your ferry travel for you, either on line or by calling 01223 328721. for more information about Casas Cantabricas Click Here >> |
Great walking, breathtaking scenery, harvest fresh produce, beaches free from the summer’s crowds, we’re sure you’ll find autumn in Northern Spain and Portugal hard to resist. Price From £440 Visit Our Website >> Holiday valid to 31 December 2009 Price Includes - price shown is for one week's rental in Autumn, of the property El Molino (pictured left) in Western Cantabria (including bed linen, towels, gas and electricity used) Price Excludes Price Excludes Flights, ferry travel, car hire and travel insurance. Ferry travel, car hire and travel insurance can be arranged on-line through our website or by calling our office. Whilst we do not offer flights we are more than happy to advise on the wide variety of low cost options now available. |
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