Spain Tours from Bilbao
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- Northern Spain Explorer (New)
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- Historic Cities & Foothills of Northern Spain
- Highlights of Northern Spain
- Walking the Camino de Santiago
- Hiking the High Trails of the Picos de Europa
- Camino de Santiago
- The North Trail, Self-drive
- A Taste of Northern Spain: Catalonia and the Basque Country
From Bilbao's industrial port district, the 660km route extends to Barcelona, featuring San Sebastian's renowned Pintxos bars and Getaria's traditional anchovy fisheries. The path leads through La Rioja wine region, showcasing the architectural marvels of Ysios and Marques de Riscal bodegas, before reaching Barcelona's Gothic Quarter.
Duration 8 days Destinations Bilbao, San Sebastian, Laguardia, La Rioja, Pamplona, Zaragoza, Montserrat, Barcelona Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operator Explore! From
- NZ$3,950
This 6-day route covers 535km through northern Spain's highlights. Travelers move from Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum to Guernica's historic town, then along the coast to elegant Santander and medieval Santillana del Mar, before returning to Bilbao for traditional pintxos in the old town.
Duration 6 days Destinations Bilbao, Gernika-Lumo, San Sebastian, Santander, Santillana del Mar, Comillas Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operator Destination Services Spain From $1,291
15% Off- NZ$1,097You save $194
This 5-day self-drive tour loops from Bilbao, covering 395km across northern Spain. The route connects the Guggenheim Museum to Pamplona's Cathedral of Royal Saint Mary, then to Logroño's wine country, and through Vitoria's medieval center. Daily drives span 2-3 hours between destinations.
Duration 5 days Destinations Bilbao, Pamplona, Logrono, Vitoria Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Destination Services Spain From $948
15% Off- NZ$805You save $142
Historic Cities & Foothills of Northern Spain
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Very enjoyable and would like to go again.”
richard, traveled in September
The route kicks off in Bilbao at the Hotel Barceló Nervión, featuring the iconic Guggenheim Museum before winding through Cantabria and Asturias. The final stop in San Sebastian includes a private pintxos tour, with visits to Santillana del Mar and San Juan de Gaztelugatxe along the way.
Duration 11 days Destinations Bilbao, Santander, Covadonga, Oviedo, Picos de Europa National Park, Bulnes, Las Arenas de Cabrales, Sotres, Fuente De, ZumaiaSee all destinations Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Yellowwood Adventures Ltd From
15% Off- NZ$4,957
A premium mini-coach carries visitors from Bilbao's Catalonia Gran Vía Hotel through Northern Spain's treasures. The route includes San Sebastián's gastronomy, La Rioja's vineyards, and ends in Barcelona after visiting Salvador Dalí's Museum-House in Cadaqués. The journey covers 15 distinct cities across 624 miles.
Duration 10 days Destinations Bilbao, San Sebastian, Laguardia, La Rioja, Olite, Pamplona, Jaca, Boltana, Lleida, CardonaSee all destinations Age Range up to 80 year olds Operator Back-Roads Touring From
15% Off- NZ$5,689
The path winds from Bilbao through medieval Puente La Reina and the vineyards of La Rioja. Routes continue via historic Burgos and León, featuring daily walks of 2-6km. The final destination is Santiago de Compostela after exploring Celtic O Cebreiro and coastal Fisterra.
Duration 8 days Destinations Bilbao, Puente la Reina, Laguardia, Burgos, Leon, Ponferrada, Santiago de Compostela Age Range up to 100 year olds Operator Just You From $4,788
6% Off- NZ$4,506You save $282
The 9-day trek from Bilbao ventures through the Picos National Park, covering 62.5km of trails. After transfer to Arenas de Cabrales, hikers visit Covadonga Lakes and Basilica before continuing through Sotres, Espinama, and mountain refuges, ending with return transfer to Bilbao from Oviedo.
Duration 9 days Destinations Bilbao, Santander, Las Arenas de Cabrales, Covadonga, Sotres, Espinama, Potes, Bulnes, Poncebos, LlanesSee all destinations Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Yellowwood Adventures Ltd From
6% Off- NZ$2,703
The route extends from Bilbao to San Sebastian for pintxos before reaching Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port. Covering 250km through northern Spain, stops include Pamplona, Burgos, and Leon, before reaching Santiago de Compostela's ancient cathedral, with a final coastal extension to Finisterre lighthouse.
Duration 13 days Destinations Bilbao, San Sebastian, Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, Roncesvalles, Pamplona, Estella, Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Burgos, Leon, AstorgaSee all destinations Age Range up to 80 year olds Operator Caspin Journeys From
6% Off- NZ$11,419
This 7-day northern Spanish route covers 685km through 5 major cities. The path leads from Bilbao to San Sebastián (265km), continues to Logroño, Burgos (135km), and Santander (185km) before returning to Bilbao (100km), with relaxed 1.5-3 hour drives between destinations.
Duration 7 days Destinations Bilbao, San Sebastian, Logrono, Burgos, Santander Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operator Destination Services Spain From $1,380
15% Off- NZ$1,173You save $207
Duration 8 days Destinations Bilbao, San Sebastian, Getaria, Monte Igueldo, La Rioja, Laguardia, Pamplona, Obanos, Zaragoza, MontserratSee all destinations Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operator Explore! From
15% Off- NZ$4,750
What our customers ask about Spain Tours from Bilbao
What are the most popular starting points for tours in Bilbao?
Most Bilbao tours begin from three key locations: near the Guggenheim Museum with its distinctive titanium exterior the historic Plaza de Unamuno in the old quarter (Casco Viejo) and the area around Abando train station near Hotel Carlton. Tour operators often arrange pickups from central hotels including Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao and Hotel Miro located steps from the Guggenheim. A TourRadar traveler shared "Starting from the Guggenheim gave us a perfect introduction to Bilbao's blend of modern and traditional architecture."
What is the typical travel time from Bilbao to popular next destinations?
Travel times from Bilbao are straightforward: 1 hour to Santander 2 hours to San Sebastian and 3 hours to Pamplona. Mountain destinations like Picos de Europa's Arenas de Cabrales base take about 2.5 hours. Tours use private transport making stops at coastal towns like Castro Urdiales or the medieval village of Santillana del Mar. One TourRadar traveler noted "The journey from Bilbao to Picos de Europa was scenic and comfortable staying at the charming Hotel Torrecerredo in Arenas de Cabrales."
What are the typical accommodations used by tours starting in Bilbao?
Tours generally book guests into centrally located 4-star properties such as Hotel Silken Indautxu Catalonia Gran Via Bilbao and Occidental Bilbao. These hotels offer easy access to main attractions and modern amenities. According to TourRadar reviews "The hotels were perfectly located for exploring the city especially the Silken Indautxu which was walking distance to the Guggenheim."
What dining options are included on the first night in Bilbao?
The first evening typically features a welcome dinner of Basque cuisine and pintxos at restaurants in the Old Town or near the Guggenheim. Common venues include eateries in the Seven Streets district and hotel restaurants like the one at Hotel Ilunion. TourRadar travelers often mention that "The welcome dinner was a fantastic introduction to Basque cuisine and local wines."
What's the best season to start a tour from Bilbao?
Tours run most frequently from May through September when mild weather allows for comfortable outdoor activities. June and September offer the best balance of pleasant temperatures and manageable crowd levels compared to mid-summer peaks. A TourRadar traveler noted "We started our tour in early September and had perfect weather for exploring both the coast and wine regions."
What transportation options are available from Bilbao Airport to tour starting points?
Airport transfers to city center hotels take 20-30 minutes and are included in most tour packages. Travelers can also take the airport bus (Line A3247) or taxis. TourRadar travelers confirm "The included transfer from Bilbao Airport to our starting hotel took about 20 minutes and was very convenient."