Why choose this San Sebastian tour ?
In the morning, we will meet in the Añana Salt Valley, located east of Vitoria-Gasteiz, where we will get to know salt, nature’s only edible stone, and its properties. It includes salt tasting.
Following this, transfer to Vitoria-Gasteiz and lunch at a traditional restaurant.
In the afternoon, we will go to the Cathedral of Santa Maria of Gothic style and located in the highest part of the hill in which the primitive city was settled on the village of “Gasteiz”. Known internationally for being an inspiration to give continuity to the work of Ken Follett. “The Pillars of the Earth” We include the guided tour of this architectural jewel.
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What makes San Sebastian: Añana Salt Valley and Vitoria a unique experience ?
The Salt Valley in the Alavese locality of Añana is currently one of the most spectacular and best preserved cultural landscapes in Europe. Its value lies not only in its unique architecture or in its more than 6,500 years of documented of history, not even in its geological characteristics, its biodiversity or in its prized landscapes, but in the union in perfect harmony of all this in a privileged context.
Palacio de Añana Restaurant, has a wide gastronmy offer, using mostly high quality products including the region’s salt of Añana or beans of Pobes.Mapa de la Cuadrilla de Añana
Youcan find a traditional restaurant and with a modern touch.
Be seduced by their cuisine and taste their flavors.
The Cathedral of Santa María rises majestically in the old part of Vitoria-Gasteiz. It was built in the late 13th century and all throughout the 14th century. Of Gothic style, it was conceived as a church-fortress, with great volume and enclosed appearance, being part of the city’s defences.
Between 1496 and 1861, the building operated as a collegiate church and it was that year when it was declared cathedral. It has a Latin cross plan, with a wide transcept crossing and circular apse containing several chapels.
The names of its streets recall the artisan traders who used to work and live there (Correría, Herrería, Zapatería, Cuchillería, Pintorería…) and host the oldest and most singular buildings in the city. Behind the cathedral, for instance, visitors will be able to admire the Portalón, a nice medieval brick inn, and the tower of Anda.
In the heart of the old medieval quarter, two magnificent Reinassance palaces stand out: the Escoriza-Esquivel palace and the Montehermoso palace, the latter now refurbished into a cultural centre.
Ken Follett’s statue is located in front of the Cathedral of Santa María in Vitoria-Gasteiz, where he was inspired to write the second part of The Pillars of the Earth, A World Without End.
It is the work of the sculptor Casto Solano, is made of bronze and represents the Welsh author in the typical reflexive pose that one puts when they say: “now play the intellectual”, that is, the hand under the chin. In addition, it is life-size.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
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San Sebastian: Añana Salt Valley and Vitoria Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Lunch in a traditional restaurant
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only in the city center)
- All activities
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- Other food and drinks, unless specified
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Basque Destination “Creating Memories”.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Madrid.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 – 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.