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San Sebastian and the Basque Coast Tour

4(2 reviews)San Sebastián, Spain
8hDurationEnglish, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketPickup includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

Explore the Basque Coast of Gipuzkoa with a local guide. This tour includes visits to the fisherman villages of Hondarribia and Getaria, as well as the Flysch of Zumaia. The experience is suitable for all travelers interested in coastal scenery and local culture. Before booking, note that the specifics of group size and duration are not mentioned.

Itinerary

1

Parque de atracciones Monte Igueldo

After pickup from your accommodation, we will head up to the Igeldo Mountain to contemplate the spectacular panoramic views of the city of San Sebastian and the Concha Bay, while learning about the history of the city and the region of Gipuzkoa.

2

Hondarribia

Guided stroll through the fisherman's district of La Marina and the medieval old town of the village of Hondarribia. We will witness some of the fishing traditions of the village and admire its link with the sea. If desired, we will provide free time for lunch at any of the renown pintxo bars or restaurants of the area.

3

Getaria

Continuing our trip westward, we will bump into extensive green fields packed with Txakoli vineyards overlooking the sea and catch a glimpse of our next destination: the beautiful coastal town of Getaria, known for being an important fishing sea port, home to the museum of famous fashion designer Cristobal Balenciaga, and the birthplace of Juan Sebastián Elcano, the first man to circumnavigate the earth. Enjoy a guided stroll through the village and its famous port, while learning about its history, the traditional Basque fishing methods, and important personalities born in Getaria. If prefered, we will provide the free time available for lunch at this town, famous for its grilled fish restaurants and txakoli (Basque white wine).

4

Ermita de San Telmo

We will admire the spectacular coastline of the Province of Gipuzkoa and the famous flysch of Zumaia, one of the locations used for the filming of Game of Thrones Season 7, from this viewpoint - a wonderful photography spot. From here, we will take a short stroll along the Flysch Route and contemplate one of the most breathtaking sceneries of the entire Basque Coast.

What's included / not included

Local guideTicket + entrance to Mount IgeldoEasy going strolls through Hondarribia (Fuenterrabia), Getaria, and the Flysch of ZumaiaTransportation in air conditioned vehicleAll Fees and TaxesHotel pick-up and drop-off in San Sebastian
Food and drinks, unless specified in inclusionsGratuities

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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