Capitals of the Basque Country

A cultural, scenic, and gastronomic journey through Bilbao, San Sebastian, and Vitoria. Visit fishing villages, savor history, and lose yourself among monuments, museums, and cliffs.

Discover the three jewels of the Basque Country in a single trip

Itinerary

Day 1 Origin – Bilbao

Departure at the indicated time towards the Basque Country. Brief stops along the way. Arrival at the hotel, room distribution, and lunch at a restaurant. In the afternoon, guided tour of Bilbao including a panoramic view of the city: the estuary, San Mamés Stadium, the University, and the new urban areas. Walking tour around the exterior of the Guggenheim Museum and the Begoña district, where we will enter the Basilica of Begoña (entrance included). We will finish in the old town with its famous Seven Streets, Plaza Nueva, and the Arriaga Theater. Return to the hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.

Day 2 San Sebastián – Zarautz – Getaria – Zumaia

Breakfast. Departure towards San Sebastián for a guided tour including the Kursaal, Victoria Eugenia Theater, Mount Igueldo, and Miramar Palace with views of La Concha Bay. On foot, we will explore the old town: Constitution Square, La Brecha Market, the Church of San Vicente (entrance included), and the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd (entrance included). Lunch at a restaurant. In the afternoon, excursion along the Guipuzcoan coast: we will stroll along the promenade of Zarautz and see Narros Palace. In Getaria, we will visit the Gothic Church of San Salvador (entrance included) and its fishing port. We finish in Zumaia, where we will enjoy the views between the Urola and Narrondo rivers. Return to the hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.

Day 3 Vitoria – Bilbao and River Cruise

Breakfast. Departure to Vitoria for a guided tour: we will explore its medieval old town, where the streets are named after ancient trades. We will visit the Playing Card Museum located in Bendaña Palace (entrance included), and see the exterior of the Old Cathedral and the Portalón. Lunch at a restaurant. In the afternoon, return to Bilbao to enjoy a river cruise (included) and free time in the city center for shopping or personal activities. Return to the hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.

Day 4 Bilbao – Origin

Breakfast. Free time until the agreed time for departure. Brief stops along the way. Arrival and end of our services.

What's included?

3 nights of hotel accommodation
Meal plan as per the program with drinks included (water/wine) during lunches and dinners
Tour guide accompanying the entire trip.
Local guides in Bilbao, San Sebastián, and Vitoria
Lunches at restaurants on days 1, 2, and 3
Included entrances: Basilica of Begoña, Church of San Vicente, Cathedral of the Good Shepherd, Church of San Salvador (Getaria), Bendaña Palace, and River cruise along the Bilbao estuary
Travel insurance

What's not included?

Transportation from the point of origin (consult possibility of including it).
Coach during the tour (possibility of including it upon request).
Drinks/meals not specified in the program.
Optional excursions or activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Personal expenses, tips, and any other service not indicated in the “Included” section.
Cancellation insurance (optional, check conditions).

Things to Consider

GENERAL CONDITIONS Planned hotels: 4**** or 3*** depending on availability. Stay on a meal plan as per the program, with drinks included during lunches and dinners (water/wine). The order of excursions may be modified for operational reasons without affecting the content. Visits to natural areas are subject to weather conditions.