A Luxury Private Tour Extension
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Famous for its culinary traditions and warm hospitality, northern Spain’s Basque Country is a veritable delight. The landscapes are a picturesque blend of sandy beaches and high mountains, olive groves and boutique vineyards and of course world famous museums.’
This is an extension and must be booked in conjunction with another Spain itinerary.
Highlights
- Discover the culinary traditions and warm hospitality of northern Spain's Basque Country on this tour extension.
Itinerary
Day One
Arrive San Sebastian
Meet your A&K Guardian Angel on arrival and transfer to the hotel.
San Sebastian is the gastronomic capital of Spain with a galaxy of Michelin star restaurants, several with no less than three stars; but the real soul of Basque cuisine is found in the infinite number of small bars and restaurants that throng the narrow streets of the “Parte Vieja” which is the oldest district of the town beside the fishing port. Everyone who lives in San Sebastián has their favourite and for this reason there can be no better plan than to place yourself in the hands of a local expert who this evening will guide you through the bewildering choice of establishments. Some specialise in “bacalao” (cod), others in wild mushrooms, others in every kind of ham and sausage. But above all every establishment will have its own bewildering array of “pintxos”. Here in the Basque country the tradition is simple – help yourself and then leave the toothpick so that the barman will know how many you have had.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Maria Cristina (Premium River View Room)
Day Two
San Sebastian
A full day guided tour to include the Old Town. Drive around the horseshoe bay of la Concha and enjoy spectacular city views. Head to the charming fishing village of Getaria and this afternoon visit the Balenciaga museum.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Maria Cristina (Premium River View Room)
Day Three
San Sebastian
Tour the enchanting Basque countryside, with your guide. First visit the charming fishing port of Saint Jean de Luz with its unspoiled centre of narrow streets, quayside and old churches, a short distance over the frontier. From there continue inland to explore villages like Ascaín, Ainhoa – both filled with quaint stone and half-timbered houses and with delightful parish churches. Also visit Espelette, famed for its red peppers for which there is even a museum. You might wish to enjoy lunch at your leisure (not included in your tour price) in Sare or Cambo les Bains. See the spectacular house of the playwright Edmond Rostand, author of “Cyrano de Bergerac” Weather permitting enjoy an excursion in the funicular railway up to the top of La Rhune, for spectacular views from the Pyrenees to the Atlantic. Return to your hotel in San Sebastian after the tour.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Maria Cristina (Premium River View Room
Day Four
San Sebastian – Bilbao
Head west to Bilbao via the historic town of Guernica, sacred to the Basques, and immortalised in Picasso’s masterpiece ‘Guernica’. Pass through the Urdabai Natural Biosphere Reserve to the fishing port of Bermeo.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao (Deluxe Room)
Day Five
Bilbao
First stop today is the ground-breaking Guggenheim Museum designed by American architect Frank Gehry. Your guide will introduce you to the extraordinary collection of modern and contemporary art. Afterwards visit the historic Siete Calles district, in Bilbao’s atmospheric old quarter, full of lively cafes, pintxo bars and boutiques. Afternoon at leisure .
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao (Deluxe Room)
Day Six
Depart Bilbao
Transfer to Bilbao airport for onward flight.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Departures & Rates
Twin Share Per Person from: $6,145
Solo Traveller from: $11,485
This is an extension and must be booked in conjunction with another Spain itinerary.
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Important Terms
- This is an extension and must be booked in conjunction with another Spain itinerary.
*Rates are subject to availability and seasonality and may change without notice. Rates are based on two adults sharing. For solo travellers or single person occupancy rates or further information on terms and conditions, please contact our Travel Specialists at time of booking.
