Basque Country from Madrid
European Tour Package
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3 Days Tour Plan
- Day 1
- Day 2
- Day 3
Welcome to your tour with Europamundo!We’ll set off for Castile, traveling through beautiful mountain landscapes. Our first stop will be Segovia, where we’ll take a scenic route around the city to reach Mirador de la Pradera de San Marcos, a viewpoint from which you’ll enjoy the best views of the Alcazar of Segovia, the castle that inspired Walt Disney’s Maleficent’s castle in Sleeping Beauty, along with its impressive walls. We’ll then park near the Roman Aqueduct of Segovia, built in the 1st century and used until 1973, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll have free time to explore the old town, have lunch, and visit the Plaza Mayor, where you can see the cathedral and the Alcazar.We’ll continue our journey on charming little roads that will allow us to appreciate the towns and landscapes on the way to Pedraza, often hailed as one of the most beautiful villages in Spain. This strongly fortified medieval town features cobblestone streets, historic buildings, a picturesque Plaza Mayor, and a fortress dating back to the 13th century. There will be free time for a walk. In the afternoon, we’ll make our way to the Basque Country, arriving in Bilbao. Here, you’ll have free time to explore the old town, where you can visit the numerous taverns and bars to sample the famous “pintxos.”
After breakfast, we’ll take a guided tour of BILBAO, the largest city in the Basque Country and the region´s primary economic and cultural hub. A major highlight is the Guggenheim Museum, famous for its striking exterior architecture. You will have free time to stroll around the area, or visit the museum if you wish. After lunch, we’ll depart for GUERNICA, a town known for being the site of one of the most tragic massacres of the Spanish Civil War, famously depicted in Pablo Picasso´s painting. Here, you’ll see the Tree of Gernika, beneath which the Basque Country was granted its autonomy during the Middle Ages.We’ll continue to HONDARRIBIA (Fuenterrabía), a picturesque coastal town with beaches, ancient walls, a maritime atmosphere, and a historic center. The grid layout of its narrow, cobbled streets will charm you as you explore the old town and enjoy dinner.We’ll then head to SAN SEBASTIAN, arriving by the end of the day. Our hotel is usually located atop Mount Igueldo, offering one of the most breathtaking views of this elegant, lit city.
In the morning, after admiring the beautiful views over the Bay of San Sebastian from Mount Igueldo, we will have free time to enjoy the extensive beach, walk along the city´s boulevars and the old town before going to the Basque Cider Museum (admission and tasting included) to learn about the tradition and production of this popular drink. We will also include a pintxos experience, savoring these delicious small bites so typical of Basque cuisine, accompanied by a drink.In the early afternoon, we’ll travel along a scenic highway toward Castile. BURGOS – free time in the historic center, where the Cathedral of Burgos, a jewel of Gothic architecture, stands out.We then continue to MADRID, arriving at the end of the day.Our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful and lasting memories.Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night.
Planned Hotels or similar
PRAGA
914690600
reservas.praga@hsantos.es
Antonio lopez 65 cp 28019 madrid,28019
Madrid,Spain
NH LA AVANZADA
944640194
Landabarri bidea, 5 leioa ,48940
Bilbao,Spain
MERCURE MONTE IGUELDO
943210211
convenciones@monteigueldo.com
Paseo de igueldo s/n 20008 donostia / san sebastián guipúzcoa,20008
San Sebastián ,Spain
DWO DONOSTI
931000750
grupos@checkinhotels.com;reservas.sansebastian@dwohotels.com
Sarrueta pasealekua,20014
San Sebastián ,Spain
PRAGA
914690600
reservas.praga@hsantos.es
Antonio lopez 65 cp 28019 madrid,28019
Madrid,Spain
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