Baztan Valley Elizondo and Zugarramurdi
Overview
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5 hours 30 minutes
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Embark on an excursion to the Baztan Valley and Zugarramurdi Caves from Pamplona or San Sebastian (choose departure at booking), a journey where nature, history, and legend intertwine.
We depart for Elizondo, the elegant capital of the valley, famed for its stately houses, stone bridges over the River Bidasoa, and welcoming atmosphere reflecting Navarre’s essence.
After strolling its streets and squares, we continue to the Zugarramurdi caves, a unique natural site shrouded in mystery, linked to ancient akelarres and the history of witchcraft in Navarre. There we explore rock galleries that have fuelled myths and traditions for centuries.
We return to meeting point, after a journey blending green landscapes, ancestral culture, and fascinating stories evoking Dolores Redondo’s trilogy: The Invisible Guardian, The Legacy in the Bones, and Offering to the Storm. The tour includes a bilingual guide, private transport, visits to Elizondo, Baztan Valley and entry to the Zugarramurdi caves.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour requires a minimum of 4 adults to operate. If the minimum number of participants is not reached 3 days before the departure date, we will send you an email to inform you of the possible cancellation and to offer alternative options.
If, after receiving this email, you prefer to wait in case additional bookings arrive to meet the minimum, the booking window will remain open until 4:30 pm on the day before the tour. If you do not receive any notification 3 days before the tour, it means that your tour is confirmed.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Zugarramurdi tickets
Bilingual professional tour leader (English & Spanish)
Food and drinks
What To Expect
The Baztan Valley is one of the most picturesque and culturally rich regions in Navarre, nestled in the heart of the western Pyrenees. Known for its rolling green hills, traditional Basque farmhouses, and misty forests, the valley offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and deep-rooted heritage. Charming villages like Elizondo—famous as the setting for the Baztan Trilogy novels—invite you to stroll their cobbled streets, admire stone mansions, and discover local myths and legends passed down through generations. This serene, unspoiled valley is a place where time seems to slow down, offering a true taste of rural Basque culture, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality.
Elizondo
Elizondo is the vibrant capital of the Baztan Valley, a charming village that blends tradition, nature, and culture in a uniquely Basque setting. Lined with elegant stone mansions, wooden balconies, and cobbled streets, the town sits along the Baztan River, which adds to its peaceful atmosphere. Elizondo is known for its lively markets, excellent local gastronomy, and as the main setting of the bestselling Baztan Trilogy novels, which have drawn visitors eager to explore its mysterious and evocative locations. With its mix of historical architecture, scenic surroundings, and deep-rooted customs, Elizondo offers an authentic glimpse into the soul of rural Navarre.
Options
Tour from San Sebastian
San Sebastián: This tour starts and ends in San Sebastian
Starting point:
San sebastian bus station, Federico García Lorca Pasealekua, 1, Return Parking Planta -2 0, 20014 Donostia / San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, Spain
Tour from Pamplona
Tour from Pamplona: This tour starts and ends in Pamplona
Starting point:
Pamplona Bus Station, C. Yanguas y Miranda, 2, 31003 Pamplona, Navarra, Spain
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent tour
Brenda S,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I found it a great tour, Eider very friendly and very willing from start to finish. I recommend it 100%!
Great tour with Eiren
arild h,
Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Interesting and knowledgable guide through fascinating history and scenery of Baztan Valley. Spoke English well. Excellent value-for-money shared tour in minibus with 6 clients.
It was a great day with...
sofia m,
Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great day with our guide Andres. Elizondo is beautiful with tons of history, and we were all in a small group, which made the experience even better. I would definitely recommend this tour.
Landscape with magic
marifatima123,
Jul 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The scenery is a past, I would leave more time in Elizondo to have a quiet coffee and walk around the village, in the Caves you could also be more time discovering surroundings.
Superb
carmencB7532CN,
Jul 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great views. Very nice the whole region. The guides very professional and nice. Very comfortable car. I highly recommend the visit. Eider very professional
Spectacular
F3600GAmartac,
Jul 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Spectacular. Also the guide very attentive at all times. Never forget it. Much better than in the Netflix series, especially if they explain.
Very good experience
Mannuel276,
Jul 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent a nice morning with ANDRES. We went in a small group of 8 people. He gave us very interesting information about the region and did so in a very entertaining way.
FANTASTIC TOUR AND GREAT GUIDE
besttraveloptionss,
Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour with Andres. He has a deep knowledge of the region. He drove us smoothly through Navarra region up to the mountains. We really loved the viws and the history of Zugarramurdi. Great option for a morning route.
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