This 5-day tour takes you to explore the best of the Basque Country and La Rioja. It starts in Bilbao, where you'll discover its industrial history and old town. Then, you'll travel along the Biscay coast, visiting the Bizkaia Bridge, San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, and the picturesque Bermeo. In the French Basque Country, you'll enjoy Biarritz and Saint-Jean-de-Luz before arriving in San Sebastián. In La Rioja, you'll explore vineyards and wineries in Laguardia and learn about the history of Vitoria. A journey full of culture, landscapes, and local cuisine!
Day 1 Bilbao
Arrival to Bilbao and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation. The latest time to arrive at the hotel and ensure departure without missing any services is 03:00 PM.
Hotel T Class: Ilunion Bilbao / Sirimiri / NH Deusto / Petit Palace Arana or similar
Hotel A Class: Barceló Nervión / Ercilla / Occidental Bilbao / Sercotel Gran Bilbao / Silken Indautxu / Zenit Bilbao or similar
Day 2 Bilbao
Breakfast at the hotel. We will explore the Bilbao estuary to uncover the city’s interesting industrial past. On the coast, we will stop to view the Bizkaia Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Passing by the majestic Butrón Castle, we will reach the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. From a distance, we will discover the secrets of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, a location featured in the famous TV series Game of Thrones. In Bermeo, a typical fishing village, we will stop to explore its charms. A special pintxo tasting is included. Finally, in Gernika, we will visit the notable Casa de Juntas and the famous Tree of Gernika. The tour will conclude around 2:30 PM in Bilbao. Free time for lunch. In the afternoon, guided walking tour of Bilbao, including the city center with its most important areas and the old town. Accommodation at the hotel in Bilbao.
Hotel T Class: Ilunion Bilbao / Sirimiri / NH Deusto / Petit Palace Arana or similar
Hotel A Class: Barceló Nervión / Ercilla / Occidental Bilbao / Sercotel Gran Bilbao / Silken Indautxu / Zenit Bilbao or similar
Day 3 Bilbao - Biarritz - San Juan de Luz - San Sebastián
Breakfast at the hotel. Guided visit to Biarritz in the French Basque Country. A favorite summer retreat of European royalty, we will discover the best views of the city and its most famous spots. Our second stop will be Saint-Jean-de-Luz, where we will stroll through this charming coastal village and taste a special typical sweet. Finally, we will arrive in San Sebastián for a walking tour and some free time. Lunch not included. Afterwards, we will enjoy the spectacular views from Mount Igueldo. Return to Bilbao and accommodation.
Hotel T Class: Ilunion Bilbao / Sirimiri / NH Deusto / Petit Palace Arana or similar
Hotel A Class: Barceló Nervión / Ercilla / Occidental Bilbao / Sercotel Gran Bilbao / Silken Indautxu / Zenit Bilbao or similar
Day 4 Bilbao - Vitoria
Breakfast at the hotel. Once we enter the Rioja wine region, we will enjoy magnificent views over a sea of vineyards. We will pass through typical small towns and countless wineries of all kinds. In Laguardia, we will take a walking tour of its historic center. It is one of the most beautiful and charming villages in Rioja. A guided visit to a traditional winery with a wine tasting is included. Free time in Laguardia. Lunch not included. In Vitoria, the capital of the Basque Country, we will take a panoramic tour and a walking tour of its interesting city center and part of the historic district. A tasting of a typical sweet at a high-quality Basque artisan chocolatier is included. Return to Bilbao, accommodation at the hotel.
Hotel T Class: Ilunion Bilbao / Sirimiri / NH Deusto / Petit Palace Arana or similar
Hotel A Class: Barceló Nervión / Ercilla / Occidental Bilbao / Sercotel Gran Bilbao / Silken Indautxu / Zenit Bilbao or similar
Day 5 Bilbao
Breakfast at the hotel. Depending on the schedule, free time in the city. Transfer from the hotel to Bilbao. END OF SERVICES.
