Day 1 (Friday)
BILBAO |
Day 2 (Saturday)
BILBAO (Excursion to the Basque Coast) |
Day 3 (Sunday)
BILBAO (Excursion to San Sebastian & Biarritz) |
| Meet assistance at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Balance of the day at leisure. Accommodation. |
Breakfast. Depart at 09:00 hrs. for a half day tour visiting Barakaldo, Sestao, Portugalete and Getxo, with its famous Bridge of Biscay. We continue to pass through the imposing Castle of Butron towards San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo and Mundaka to enjoy the beauty views of the Urdaibai Reserve of Biosphere. Afterwards, continue to the famous town of Guernika and visit the Assembly House, arriving to Bilbao about 14:00 hrs.
In the afternoon, Sightseeing tour of Bilbao with a panoramic tour and a walking tour into the old quarter with its typical streets, Plaza Nueva, Cathedral of Santiago, the famous Mercado de la Ribera, the Theatre Arriaga and the Arenal. Accommodation. |
Breakfast. Depart at 09:00 hrs. to Biarritz. The Beach of Kings, it was a magnet for famous and royalty figures like Napoleon III, Gary Cooper or Frank Sinatra. We will visit the old port and the Virgin on the Rock. Following the rough coastal road we will continue to Saint Jean De Luz, a lovely small village on the French Basque coast. Our next stop will be Hondarribia, a village full of history that holds a medieval fortress and a fishermen typical. Afterwards, we will do a transfer on a boat from Hendaya to Hondarribia across the Txingudi (natural reserve) bay.
In the afternoon, we will arrive to San Sebastian, the most beautiful city in the Basque Country to start a panoramic city sightseeing with magnificent views up the mountain Igueldo and a walking tour into the historical quarter. Free time to enjoy the most attractive spots and return directly to arrive to Bilbao in the evening. Accommodation |
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Day 4 (Monday)
BILBAO (Excursion to Vitoria & La Rioja) |
Day 5 (Tuesday)
BILBAO |
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Breakfast. Departure at 09.00hrs for a full day excursion to the capital city of the Basque Country, Vitoria and to the Rioja wine area. The route start heading directly to Vitoria on the highway. We will start with a panoramic tour of the city and a short walking tour into the centre. Vitoria-Gasteiz is above all a city rich in heritage. In fact, its medieval Old Town, declared Monumental Complex, is the best preserved in the Basque Country with its gothic design and its narrow streets, as well as important medieval and Renaissance buildings.
Afterwards, continue towards the wine region and passing by Labastida, arrive finally to the medieval village of Laguardia. This charming village is monumental, full of history with ancient walls and magnificent wineries. Walking tour and visit a traditional Rioja winery with tasting of wines.
By mid-afternoon return back to Bilbao, and in our way we will pass through Elciego where we will be able to contemplate the magnificent architectural work of Frank Gehry at the Marques de Riscal Winery. Accommodation. |
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. END OF OUR SERVICES. |
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| Duration: |
5 days |
| Departure: |
Every Friday from 04 April to 12 December. |
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Arrival & Departure transfers from/to airport / Regular tours with transport and guide during tours shown in the itinerary / Accommodation on board and class hotel selected. |
| Languages: |
Spanish and English. |
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PRICES IN $CAD
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FIRST CL. “A”
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| IN TWIN PER PERSON (Bed & Breakfast) |
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$954.00
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| IN SINGLE PER PERSON (Bed & Breakfast) |
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$1248.00
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| HALF BOARD SUPPLEMENT |
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$186.00
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| SUPPLEMENT DEPARTURES:18 April & 22 August August 15 |
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$86.00
$101.00 |
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| HALF BOARD = Breakfast & Dinner daily at hotel. |
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Nights
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City
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Hotels |
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Bilbao
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Sercotel Coliseo / NH Villa Bilbao / Hesperia Bilbao / Holiday Inn Bilbao
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