Cíes Islands Day Trip from Santiago with Ferry and Transfers
- 📍 Santiago de Compostela
- ⏱ 10 h
- 👥 up to 15 guests
- Available
Day trip from Santiago by road to Vigo, then a round-trip ferry to the Cíes Islands for beaches and hiking. Island access permit and guide included.
Key conditions
- Type
- Group trip: it may be shared with other travellers
- Price
- Per person
- Group size
- Up to 15 guests
- Duration and times
- 10 h · 09:00
- Food and drink
- Only what the “Included” list says; other items are agreed with the operator after booking
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 h before departure
Overview
A group day trip from Santiago de Compostela to the Cíes Islands, with a round-trip ferry from the port of Vigo. It is not a sailing day: you travel by road to Vigo, cross the Ría de Vigo by ferry, and spend the day on foot and on the beach. About ten hours, for bookings of up to 15 travellers.
From Santiago you travel to Vigo, where you board the ferry to the islands, with views of the coast as you cross the ría. On the islands you have free time to explore at your own pace: take the walk up to the lighthouse for views over the Atlantic, relax on the white sand beaches or swim in the clear water. Then the ferry takes you back to Vigo and you return to Santiago.
Good to know
- This is a group tour with a touring guide. Choose your preferred tour language when you book.
- The tour starts at the meeting point in Santiago; there is no hotel pick-up.
- Bring your passport or ID: the ferry and island access are issued per traveller, so the passport or ID details of every traveller are required when you book.
- Food and drinks are not included. Bring what you need for the day.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes; bring a swimsuit, towel and sun protection.
- Not wheelchair accessible and not suitable for pets. Infant seats are not available. Not recommended for pregnant travellers.
- There is no public transport nearby, so the transfers are part of the tour.
- Adults 12+, children 3–11, infants 0–2. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start; no refund within 24 hours.
- The duration is approximate.
What is included
- Official permit to access the Cíes Islands
- Touring guide
- Transfer from Santiago de Compostela to Vigo
- Ferry from Vigo to the Cíes Islands and return ferry to Vigo
- Transfer from Vigo to Santiago de Compostela
Not included
- Food and drinks
What to bring
- Passport or ID for every traveller
- Swimsuit and towel
- Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Food, drinks and water for the day
Departure times
- 09:00
Meeting point
Galicia Travels, 31 Rúa das Casas Reais, C Santiago de Compostela
The tour starts at the meeting point in Santiago de Compostela’s old town (31 Rúa das Casas Reais, 15704 Santiago de Compostela); the exact start point is marked on the map. There is no hotel pick-up.
Google Maps ↗Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 h before departure
Frequently asked questions
Is this trip private? Is the price per person or per boat?
The price is per person. It is a group trip: other travellers may be on board unless the page says otherwise.
What is included in the price?
What the “Included” list of the trip says. What is not on that list is not included, and the “Not included” list shows the usual extras (fees, tips…). The price you see in the last step is the price you pay, with the taxes that apply unless the page says otherwise. If you need something that is not listed, it can be agreed with the operator after you book.
Which boat will we use? Can it change?
The photos show the type of experience and may be of the usual boat or of a similar one. We do not guarantee a specific model, layout or facility (indoor seating, cabin, bathroom, shade…) unless the page states it. If the planned boat is not available (breakdown, maintenance), the operator may offer a comparable boat, with similar capacity and category and the essential services you booked. If the change is significant, you will be told and can choose, under the cancellation terms and your legal rights, another date, another solution or a refund.
Where do we go? Is the route fixed?
The usual route and highlights are in the description of each trip. The final route depends on the skipper, the weather and the state of the sea, and times may vary. Wildlife sightings or other natural events are not guaranteed unless the page says so.
Where do we meet? Is there hotel pickup?
The meeting point is “Galicia Travels, 31 Rúa das Casas Reais, C Santiago de Compostela”. You will find the details in the “Meeting point” section of this page.
When is my booking confirmed? Is the date I see guaranteed?
Your booking is confirmed when the payment is accepted and you receive the confirmation email with your reference. Availability is shown in real time, but a date that appears as available is not held for you until you complete the payment. Some experiences are sold through several channels at once and share the operator’s calendar.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The skipper or operator decides whether it is safe to sail, and that decision is final. If a trip is postponed, changed or cancelled because of weather, sea state or safety, you can choose another date or a full refund of the cancelled trip, even on non-refundable trips. The deciding factor is the safety of the navigation, not simply that it is cloudy or rainy. We recommend checking the forecast 48–72 hours before and writing to us if you have doubts.
What if the boat breaks down or the operator cannot run the trip?
If the trip cannot be run as booked, the operator will propose a comparable boat or another date; if neither suits you, you can choose a refund of the cancelled trip. Write to booking@sailingbeyondlimits.com with your reference and we will coordinate it with the operator. This does not limit your legal rights as a consumer.
Can I cancel and get a refund?
Yes: free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure, with a full refund. After that, or if you do not show up, the amount is not refunded. To cancel or change, write to booking@sailingbeyondlimits.com with your reference before the deadline.
How do I pay? Is there a deposit?
You pay the full amount by card when you book, through a secure payment provider: we never see your card number. The price you see in the last step is the price you pay. There is no option to pay only a deposit online.
Who runs the trip? What is your role?
Sailing Beyond Limits, S.L. sells and manages the booking as a travel agency. The trip itself is run by the owner or local operator of that boat, an independent company. The service contract is formed between you and that operator, through us. For any change, question or incident, write to booking@sailingbeyondlimits.com with your reference and we will coordinate it with the operator.
What if what I receive is different from what was advertised?
Tell us as soon as you can at booking@sailingbeyondlimits.com with your booking reference and, if you can, photos: we will ask the operator for a solution (a suitable replacement, a refund or another remedy that applies). Nothing in our conditions limits your legal rights as a consumer.
