Rock Art & Human Origins
Summary
Northern Spain and the Pyrenees
The rock art of northern Spain and the Pyrenees offers a fascinating look into early human life. Sites like Altamira, El Castillo and Ekain reveal the cognitive, spiritual and cultural development of our ancestors. We also visit caves in southwest France, including Grotte de Bédeilhac, Grottes de Gargas, Mas d’Azil and Niaux, where prehistoric echoes remain. Led by expert guides, we enjoy exclusive access to key caves for a truly memorable experience.
What to Expect
- Visit the spectacular cave at Tito Bustillo and admire its images, both painted and engraved
- Examine the contrast between ancient art seen in the caves themselves and the modern art on display at the world-renowned Guggenheim in vibrant Bilbao
- Pay a memorable visit to the extraordinary facsimile of Altamira Cave, widely regarded as the Sistine Chapel of cave art
- Visit the area’s key sites of prehistoric cave art, from Niaux to Mas d’Azil
- Gain fascinating insights into both the creation of cave art along with the lives of those who produced it
