Experience the stunning Rias of Galicia on the Oyster 62 and uncover the pristine beauty of northwestern Spain.
Various Dates Available:
24 June – 1 July 2023 | 5 – 12 July 2023 | 16 – 23 July 2023 |
From £2,200 per person
Embark on a journey through the Rías Baixas region of northwest Spain, renowned for its breathtaking coastline dotted with warm and deeply indented inlets, or rias, reminiscent of Scotland's lochs and Norway's fjords. Enjoy a perfect blend of serene flat water sailing surrounded by lush pine and eucalyptus forests, and exhilarating ocean adventures. Navigate past rugged capes and lighthouses, and encounter a thriving marine ecosystem with dolphins, whales, and a variety of birds.
Explore the Rías Baixas region of northwest Spain. Galicia has a stunning coastline of deeply indented inlets called rias, similar to the lochs in Scotland, or the fjords in Norway, but the rias are warmer. Offering a great cruising ground, with a mix of flat water sailing, surrounded by lush pine and eucalyptus forests, as well as a taste of the open ocean. Pass rugged capes and lighthouses, and sail a sea alive with dolphins, whales and bird life.
Amongst the rias are some beautiful islands with perfect white sand beaches fringed with granite boulders (like the Outer Hebrides, but warm enough to swim). These are perfect for hiking and enjoying the beautiful views. If they were in the Mediterranean, they would be famous, but the joy is that they’re not! Here, the islands are National Parks with strictly controlled numbers, so we will visit with a permit, and when the last trip boat goes we will have it pretty much to ourselves.
This trip is not just sailing and scenery, but a gastronomic delight. The seafood and shellfish are world class, easily available and very affordable. Think langoustines, octopus, clams, even the famous goose barnacles, all washed down with the local wine. The Rías Baixas is the home of the Albariño grape. The wider region produces great Rioja in red and the lesser found white, perfect for a lazy lunch. If seafood isn’t your thing, the area is rich with local produce, be it the cured pork, organic steak or corn fed chicken, so eating here is a true pleasure.
The magnificent towns are steeped in culture, history, architecture and tradition, with Santiago de Compostela at the end of the Saint James way just up the road, and whilst pretty by day with historic streets, traditional Galician homes and waterfront promenades, they really come to life at night. This part of Spain is not known for mainstream tourism, so the tapas is still the authentic kind. Enjoy a tasty complimentary snack to keep you alive between the odd glass of something cold while you wait for dinner. The best places are open at 8.30pm and you would need to stay up late to close a bar.
The days will be spent with a mixture of sailing and exploring. When we drop the anchor, there could be time for an active hike, a bike ride or just a gentle wander.
Your nights will be a mix of quiet, calm anchorages, perfect for a home cooked meal, wine appreciation, maybe some star gazing or gentle conversation. In the morning, you can dive off the deck, take the paddle board for an exploration, or join us for a morning run or workout. Other nights you will be tied to the dock of a nice yacht club or town marina, and will eat ashore having the opportunity to enjoy the local hospitality, with no wet dinghy ride home.
Start and finish will be Vigo. The best airport to take from London is Santiago De Compostela (SCQ) which has easy train and bus links that take 50 minutes. Alternatively, Porto in Portugal is 90 minutes away by road and is well served by all major and budget airlines from all UK locations. Vigo is accessible by bus, train or taxi. Porto itself is a great city to top and tail your trip with.
This professionally crewed yacht caters to all experience levels. All you need is a sense of adventure and a love for the ocean. With one master cabin, a large double and 3 twins, the two full-time crew can comfortably cater for up to 8 guests on both a by the cabin or yacht charter basis. This yacht offers the ultimate sailing holiday for small groups or individuals who want to charter anywhere in the world – and with two professional crew on board, you can involve yourself in the sailing as much or as little as you like.
Vigo, Spain. Fly into Vigo Airport
Vigo, Spain. Fly back from Vigo Airport
Explore the Rías Baixas region of northwest Spain. Galicia has a stunning coastline of deeply indented inlets called rias, similar to the lochs in Scotland, or the fjords in Norway, but the rias are warmer. Offering a great cruising ground, with a mix of flat water sailing, surrounded by lush pine and eucalyptus forests, as well as a taste of the open ocean. Pass rugged capes and lighthouses, and sail a sea alive with dolphins, whales and bird life.
Amongst the rias are some beautiful islands with perfect white sand beaches fringed with granite boulders (like the Outer Hebrides, but warm enough to swim). These are perfect for hiking and enjoying the beautiful views. If they were in the Mediterranean, they would be famous, but the joy is that they’re not! Here, the islands are National Parks with strictly controlled numbers, so we will visit with a permit, and when the last trip boat goes we will have it pretty much to ourselves.
This trip is not just sailing and scenery, but a gastronomic delight. The seafood and shellfish are world class, easily available and very affordable. Think langoustines, octopus, clams, even the famous goose barnacles, all washed down with the local wine. The Rías Baixas is the home of the Albariño grape. The wider region produces great Rioja in red and the lesser found white, perfect for a lazy lunch. If seafood isn’t your thing, the area is rich with local produce, be it the cured pork, organic steak or corn fed chicken, so eating here is a true pleasure.
The magnificent towns are steeped in culture, history, architecture and tradition, with Santiago de Compostela at the end of the Saint James way just up the road, and whilst pretty by day with historic streets, traditional Galician homes and waterfront promenades, they really come to life at night. This part of Spain is not known for mainstream tourism, so the tapas is still the authentic kind. Enjoy a tasty complimentary snack to keep you alive between the odd glass of something cold while you wait for dinner. The best places are open at 8.30pm and you would need to stay up late to close a bar.
The days will be spent with a mixture of sailing and exploring. When we drop the anchor, there could be time for an active hike, a bike ride or just a gentle wander.
Your nights will be a mix of quiet, calm anchorages, perfect for a home cooked meal, wine appreciation, maybe some star gazing or gentle conversation. In the morning, you can dive off the deck, take the paddle board for an exploration, or join us for a morning run or workout. Other nights you will be tied to the dock of a nice yacht club or town marina, and will eat ashore having the opportunity to enjoy the local hospitality, with no wet dinghy ride home.
Start and finish will be Vigo. The best airport to take from London is Santiago De Compostela (SCQ) which has easy train and bus links that take 50 minutes. Alternatively, Porto in Portugal is 90 minutes away by road and is well served by all major and budget airlines from all UK locations. Vigo is accessible by bus, train or taxi. Porto itself is a great city to top and tail your trip with.
