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Excursion to Bulnes with funicular and Cabrales cheese | Picos de Europa

8 - 12 hours
From €75

Discover one of the most unique villages in Asturias with this excursion to Bulnes, an experience that combines some of the great attractions of the Picos de Europa with traditional Asturian cuisine. The tour includes the famous Bulnes funicularA guided tour of this small mountain village and a stop at an authentic Cabrales cheese cavewhere you can learn about its production process and enjoy a tasting.

Description

La excursion to Bulnes It begins by setting a course towards Poncebos, one of the best-known access points to the Picos de Europa and the starting point of the Cares Route. From there you take the Bulnes funicular, a completely underground route that crosses the mountain and allows you to reach this small village in just a few minutes, which cannot be accessed by road.

Once in Bulnes, a guided tour takes you through its stone streets and traditional architecture. There will also be time to enjoy the surroundings and visit some of its viewpoints, from which, weather permitting, you can admire the Picu Urriellu or Naranjo de Bulnes, one of the great symbols of the Picos de Europa.

Afterwards, the excursion continues to Arenas de Cabraleswhere you'll visit a cave dedicated to the production and aging of the famous Cabrales cheese. During the visit, you'll learn about the traditional cheesemaking process and end the experience with a... Cabrales cheese tasting accompanied by Asturian cider.

Meeting point for the excursion to Bulnes

📍 The excursion includes multiple starting pointsDepending on the selected option:

The exact location is confirmed when you select the booking option. For those staying in Llanes, Cangas de Onís may be the most convenient departure option among the available ones.

What is included and what is not included?

Includes:

✅ Excursion accompanied by an expert guide.
✅ Round trip transportation by private bus.
✅ Ticket for the Bulnes funicular.
✅ Guided tour of Bulnes.
✅ Guided tour of the Cabrales cheese cave.
✅ Tasting of Cabrales cheese and Asturian cider.

Not included:

❌ Food during free time in Bulnes.
❌ Additional meals or drinks not listed in the program.

Duration

⏱️ The excursion to Bulnes and Cabrales has an approximate duration of between 8 and 12 hoursdepending on the selected departure point.

Price

💶 From €75 per person, depending on the option and date selected.


Prices may vary, so it is advisable to check the current rates and availability before booking.

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Written by Julia Quince, from Asturias and a journalist

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