GUARANTEED DEPARTURES ON SATURDAYS.
Arrival to Bilbao and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.
Meal: No Meal
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 centre with its most important areas and the old town. Accommodation at the hotel in Bilbao.
Meal: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Guided visit to Biarritz in the French Basque Country. A favourite 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.
Meal: Breakfast
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 centre. 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 centre 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.
Meal: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Depending on the schedule, free time in the city. Transfer from the hotel to Bilbao.
Meal: Breakfast
Guided tours and panoramic tours as per the itinerary (including tasting of typical Pintxos in Bermeo, a typical sweet in St. Jean-de-Luz, and wine tasting in Laguardia) / Accompanying guide during excursions / Luxury coach transportation with air conditioning / Accommodation in selected class and daily breakfast / Transfers as per the itinerary / Travel insurance.
International Airfare
Visas
Meals other than those specified in the itinerary
Beverage during meals.
Personal expenses.
Any expenses not mentioned in the itinerary.
Tipping.
Hotels Used OR Similar
Superior
Bilbao - Ilunion Bilbao / Sirimiri / NH Deusto / Petit Palace Arana o similar
Superior Plus
Bilbao - Barceló Nervión / Ercilla / Occidental Bilbao / Sercotel Gran Bilbao / Silken Indautxu / Zenit Bilbao o similar
(*) During the stay in Bilbao, there will be no accompanying guide service.
(*) Combined tour with other circuits; not all participants may have the same destination. Depending on the segment of the tour, the accompanying guide may change.
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES ON SATURDAYS.
Optional excursions are available on request.