Hotel Arbe
7-Day Bilbao and Basque Country
Historical Tours 7 days 5.0 · 2 reviews Offered in: English, Spanish

7-Day Bilbao and Basque Country

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Overview

This program offers the oppportunity to enjoy the Basque Country.

Minimum 2 adults per booking (rates based on double room/per person).

1 adult bookings under request (single supplement).

  • Recommended by 98% of travelers
  • Badge of Excellence
  • Free cancellation up to 6 days before
  • Mobile ticket

What's included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

6 nights accommodation at 4*hotels

Private arrival and departure transfers

Professional guide

Breakfast

Transportation

Lunch

Dinner

Drinks

Meeting and pickup

Pickup is offered for all travelers.

What to expect

Day 1 Arrival in Bilbao / Private transfer to accommodation / Free time

  1. Bilbao

    10 hours

    Private arrival transfer and free time in Bilbao.

Day 2 Basque Coast

  1. Puente Colgante Vizcaya

    15 min

    Short stop to discover the famous Biscay Bridge, the first transporter bridge built in the world with a metal structure.

  2. Castillo de Butron

    15 min

    Short stop at Butrón Castle, a beautiful fortress of medieval origin.

  3. San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

    30 min

    Discover the unique islet with a hermitage on top featured as Dragonstone in Game of Thrones from a viewpoint.

  4. Bermeo

    45 min

    Walking tour in Bermeo, a colourful coastal village located in Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve famous for its fishing tradition.

  5. Gernika-Lumo

    1 hour

    Visit the famous town that gives name to the famous painting by Pablo Picasso where you will go on a short tour and visit its Assembly House.

  6. Bilbao

    2 hours

    Walking tour around the Old Town of the city.

Day 3 Biarritz, Saint Jean de Luz and San Sebastian

  1. Biarritz

    1 hour

    Walking tour around Biarritz, a beautiful city known for its famous beaches, therapeutic water and a thriving surf scene.

  2. Saint-Jean-de-Luz

    45 min

    Walking tour in Saint Jean de Luz to discover its beautiful old town filled with colourful timbered Basque houses.

  3. Donostia - San Sebastian

    3 hours

    Walking tour to discover the beautiful old town.
    Free time for lunch. San sebastian has the highest concentration of bars in the world in its city centre, perfect location to enjoy some pintxos.
    Panoramic tour up to Igeldo to see the unique views of the bay of La Concha.

Day 4 La Rioja and its wineries

  1. Haro

    1 hour 30 min

    Guided visit to a local winery in Haro, considered the capital of the wine, and walking tour around the city.

  2. Laguardia

    2 hours 30 min

    Walking tour around the beautiful medieval old town and guided visit to a local winery.
    Free time for Lunch.

  3. Elciego

    15 min

    Short stop to discover the incredible Marqués de Riscal hotel designed by Frank Ghery.

Day 5 Loyola, Getaria, Zarautz and San Sebastian

  1. Santuario de Loyola

    8 hours Admission ticket included

    Guided visit to the famous Sactuary of Loyola, built around the tower house of the Loyola family.

  2. Getaria

    1 hour

    Walking tour around Getaria, a charming coastal village known for its fishing tradition and birth town of the famous fashion designer Balenciaga.

  3. Zarautz

    1 hour

    Panoramic view of Zarautz, home to the longest beach in the Basque Country and famous surfing location.

  4. Donostia - San Sebastian

    3 hours

    Free time in San Sebastian

Day 6 Elorrio, Oñati and Sanctuary of Arantzazu

  1. Elorrio

    1 hour

    Walking tour around Elorrio, a beautiful town known for its palaces and stately houses.

  2. Onati

    1 hour

    Walking tour to discover the beautiful old town of Oñati and the Sancti Spiritus University, one of the gems of the civil architecture of the Basque Renaissance.

  3. Santuario de Aranzazu

    1 hour

    Guided visit to the Sanctuary of Arantzazu, a majestic monument and example of contemporary sacred architecture.

Day 7 Free time / Private transfer to airport or station / Departure

  1. Bilbao

    10 hours

    Free time in Bilbao before departure.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel at least 6 full days before the start time: 100% refund.

Cancel between 2 and 6 days before the start time: 50% refund.

Cancel within 2 days of the start time: 0% refund.

Times are local to the experience (Europe/Madrid).

Additional Information

  • 1 adult bookings under request (single supplement)
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Up to 15 travelers per booking
  • Each booking must include at least one adult.

FAQs about 7-Day Bilbao and Basque Country

How long does 7-Day Bilbao and Basque Country take?

It takes about 7 days.

Is pickup offered?

Pickup is offered for all travelers.

What's included?

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • 6 nights accommodation at 4*hotels
  • Private arrival and departure transfers
  • Professional guide
  • Breakfast
  • Transportation

What's not included?

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Drinks

Which places does it visit?

It visits Puente Colgante Vizcaya, Castillo de Butron, San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Gernika-Lumo, Biarritz, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Donostia - San Sebastian.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is offered in English, Spanish.

Is it suitable for children?

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Operated by Servicios Turisticos Integrales

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