Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Bilbao
You'll arrive in Bilbao and get transferred to your hotel. After you settle in, the evening is yours to relax and get oriented to the city.
- Day 2
Estuary - Gernika - Bilbao
Start with breakfast, then head out to explore the Bilbao estuary and learn about the city's industrial past. You'll see the Bizkaia Bridge and Butron Castle, then move on to the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. From a remote viewpoint, you can take in San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, and after that you'll walk through the fishing village of Bermeo for a pintxo tasting. Next comes Gernika where you'll check out the Casa de Juntas and Tree of Gernika before returning to Bilbao around 14:30. You'll have time to grab lunch on your own, then join a guided walking tour through the city center and old town.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Tour of Bilbao estuary and industrial heritage
- Visit to Bizkaia Bridge (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Drive by Butron Castle
- Visit to Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve with remote viewpoint
- Discovery of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe
- Exploration of Bermeo fishing village with special pintxo tasting
- Visit to Casa de Juntas in Gernika
- Visit to Tree of Gernika
- Guided walking tour of Bilbao center and old town
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Bilbao (not included)
Landmarks Bizkaia Bridge Butron Castle Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve San Juan de Gaztelugatxe Bermeo Casa de Juntas Tree of Gernika - Day 3
Biarritz - San Juan de Luz - San Sebastian
After breakfast, you'll head to Biarritz to find the best views and famous spots of this former royal summer destination. From there, travel to the coastal town of San Juan de Luz for a walk and to try local sweets. Later, you'll reach San Sebastian with free time to explore the old town and get lunch on your own. The afternoon includes a walking tour followed by spectacular views from Mount Igueldo.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Guided visit to Biarritz
- Walk through San Juan de Luz with special sweet tasting
- Walking tour of San Sebastian
- Visit to Mount Igueldo with scenic views
Optional Activities
- Lunch in San Sebastian old town (not included)
Landmarks Biarritz San Juan de Luz Mount Igueldo - Day 4
San Sebastian
This is a relaxed day in San Sebastian. You'll have the time to explore the city at your own pace and do whatever interests you most.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
- Day 5
San Sebastian to Bilbao
After breakfast, you have the morning to yourself in San Sebastian. In the afternoon, you'll make the trip back to Bilbao.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
- Day 6
Vitoria - Laguardia - Vitoria
After breakfast, head to Vitoria for a panoramic tour and walking tour of the historic quarter. You'll taste traditional Basque chocolates, then travel through the La Rioja wine region with vineyard views. The charming town of Laguardia comes next with a walking tour and guided winery visit including wine tasting and some free exploration time. You'll return to Vitoria and have the rest of the day at leisure, though lunch isn't included.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Panoramic visit to Vitoria
- Walking tour of Vitoria center and historic quarter
- Tasting of traditional Basque quality chocolates
- Drive through La Rioja wine region
- Walking tour of Laguardia historic center
- Guided visit to traditional winery with wine tasting
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Laguardia or Vitoria (not included)
Landmarks Vitoria Historic Quarter Laguardia - Day 7
Departure from Vitoria
After breakfast, you'll have free time in the city based on your departure schedule, then head from your hotel to Bilbao for your transfer.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
