San Sebastian – Donostia Trip Overview
The area between San Sebastian and Bilbao is filled to the brim with sensational scenery and smashing coastal towns so on this tour it’s all about the journey rather than the destination.
We’ll take you on an adventure to explore Getaria, Zumaia, Gernika, and San Juan de Gaztelugatxe each with unique and individual history and a huge dose of culture where the highs and lows of the tide are embedded in culture and lives of the locals in these must see spots. Next we’ll leave the coast behind for a whistle stop tour of lively Bilbao renowned for its architecture and of course the Guggenheim museum*.
So whether you’re heading to or from the airport or between cities we’ll show you our favourite scenic route.
We can completely tailor make this tour to suit your travel time and of course if there’s something special on your to do list we’ll always try our best to include it. Its an incredible way to spend the day and see what else this unique area has to offer.
Additional Info
* Duration: 4 to 6 hours
* Starts: San Sebastian – Donostia, Spain
* Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting San Sebastian – Donostia, Basque Country, Spain
The area between San Sebastian and Bilbao is filled to the brim with sensational scenery and smashing coastal towns so on this tour it’s all about the journey rather than the destination.
We’ll take you on an adventure to explore Getaria, Zumaia, Gernika, and San Juan de Gaztelugatxe each with unique and individual history and a huge dose of culture where the highs and lows of the tide are embedded in culture and lives of the locals in these must see spots. Next we’ll leave the coast behind for a whistle stop tour of lively Bilbao renowned for its architecture and of course the Guggenheim museum*.
So whether you’re heading to or from the airport or between cities we’ll show you our favourite scenic route.
We can completely tailor make this tour to suit your travel time and of course if there’s something special on your to do list we’ll always try our best to include it. Its an incredible way to spend the day and see what else this unique area has to offer.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Getaria Fishing Port, Getaria Spain
We’ll stroll the sunny cobbled streets of this bustling fishing port. Getaria is a beauty of a spot not only famous for it’s looks but it’s the birth place of Balenciaga and Juan Sebastian Elkano, the first person the circumnavigate the world. With the smell of the sea you will get a taste of how much the ocean runs through the veins of the local culture and traditions. Then we will head up to the hilld into Txakoli country to some stunning vantage points of the big blue and the vineyards.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Zumaia, Zumaia, Province of Guipuzcoa, Basque Country
Onto Zumaia where we can hike a small part of the famous Camino de Santiago overlooking Itzurun beach where “Game of Thrones” was filmed. Then with dazzling views of the big blue we’ll come to a beautiful area where you can see the Flysch, said be one of the best places to read the hirstory of the world.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Gernika-Lumo, Gernika-Lumo, Province of Vizcaya, Basque Country
We’ll give you a chance to step back in time with a visit to Casa de la Juntas. the base of all things Basque since the middle ages including the iconic tree, the sole survivor. It’s also the inspiration of one of Picasso’s best known works and anti war paintings.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo Spain
First we’ll show you one of the most mystical and breathtaking views of this coastline. Set on a rocky outcrop high above the waves of the Atlantic this weather beaten chapel has many stories to tell. If you’re up for the challenge we’ll take the steps down to the where you can ring the bell for luck stopping for a breather before the climb back up.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Bilbao, Bilbao, Province of Vizcaya, Basque Country
This tour wouldn’t be the same without a visit to Bilbao, one of the Basque Country’s greatest treasures. We’ll give you a whistle stop tour of all the highlights including the old part of the city and the titanium flash of the Guggenheim.
Duration: 2 hours
