Bilbao: Excursion to San Sebastian, Hondarribia and Getaria
Overview
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10 hours
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This excursion will immerse you in the charm of Guipúzcoa, a province that captivates with its landscapes and deep traditions.
✔ Medieval village of Hondarribia
We will start our day in Hondarribia, one of the most picturesque villages on the Basque coast, in the French Basque Country with its colored wooden houses. Its medieval gates will engulf you in its history.
✔ Tour with views of San Sebastian
The next stop is San Sebastian, we will make a panoramic visit where we will contemplate the emblematic beach of La Concha. We will also make a short stop to visit the gardens of the Miramar Palace for privileged visits to the Cantabrian Sea.
En route, we will cross the Maria Cristina Bridge, one of the icons of the city to finally enjoy free time in the city.
✔ Getaria cradle of Balenciaga
We will continue to Getaria for a guided tour of this picturesque fishing village.
Discover the Basque coast in one excursion!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guided walking tour of Getaria with expert local guide
San Sebastian tour with expert local guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Face-to-face Guide: English, Spanish
Guided walking tour of Hondarribia with expert local guide
Lunch
What To Expect
Hondarribia
The day begins with a comfortable departure from Bilbao, enjoying a pleasant journey to the Basque coast. Along the route, you will have the opportunity to admire a spectacular landscape, full of panoramic views of nature. We head to Hondarribia, a picturesque historic village near the French border. During the journey, relax and enjoy the tranquility of this coastal tour, surrounded by beautiful green and maritime landscapes that make this trip a unique experience. In Hondarribia, you’ll immerse yourself in its history as you stroll through its medieval old town, with cobblestone streets, vibrantly colored houses and an atmosphere that transports you back to times. Don’t forget to explore the charming port area, full of charm and local life, and visit Hondarribia Castle, from where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the sea and the city. An unforgettable tour that combines history, beauty and nature.
Donostia - San Sebastian
We arrive in the beautiful city of San Sebastian (Donostia), one of the jewels of the Basque coast. This vibrant city, famous for its elegance and beauty, will captivate you with its combination of beaches, culture and gastronomy. We will start with a panoramic visit looking at the Bay of La Concha and its elegant railings. We will stop at Miramar Palace and its beautiful gardens from where we will have beautiful views of the Cantabrian Sea. En route, we will cross the iconic Maria Cristina Bridge and then enjoy free time, getting lost in the streets of the old town and enjoying the best gastronomy in the north of the country. You can start your walk along the iconic Paseo de la Concha, enjoying the spectacular views of the bay and its golden sand beach. Without a doubt, San Sebastian is a city that offers a unique experience.
Options
Tour in Spanish
Day Trip English
Reviews
45 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great day and a lot of fun
Andra B,
Sep 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00The best guided tour ever! Our guide Aman is amazing person. So vivid and so friendly. Really suggest people to take this tour.
It must be a different program: first Getaria, last Horr
Dina L,
Sep 20, 2025
- Viator
2.00Not well organised. Must have a different programme. More to S Sebastián sightseeing eg M Induelgo..
Not good enough
David M,
Sep 20, 2025
- Viator
3.00Useful for having a coach tour through the local countryside but not very good value for money. Tour guide “Wallace” was not very organised - three different tours meeting at the same (pick up) point with no signs to assist us find the right one. We then had to walk a distance to get on the coach - more wasted time. We spent 90 minutes on our coach before our guide spoke to announce the first stop. There was no background info as we journeyed through the countryside. The main stop was supposed to be San Sebastián but this was also disappointing. The first part was a drive to the “castle” view point for a photo shoot. This did provide good views / photos of the main beach area on a nice sunny day but the second part was a waste of time. We were dropped off at the local bus station which is some way from the beach areas. It’s also very congested for meeting up again as a group to board the bus. Our last stop was at Getaria was good, smaller place but plenty of cafes. It would have been a better lunch stop for our trip. This tour was ok for getting around this part of the countryside but we didn’t learn much from our guide. We thought we had signed up for an English speaking tour but it also included Spanish speakers and the continual interchange was exhausting over the course of the day. My advice is find a different tour operator and choose a single language tour if you can.
Poorly planned tour....
Melanie C,
Sep 19, 2025
- Viator
1.00Poorly planned tour. Limited historical knowledge and poor direction. Often times it was unclear where to meet.
Our guide Pedro had to...
Pamela M,
Sep 19, 2025
- Viator
3.00Our guide Pedro had to manage nearly 50 people, in two languages. While he did a good job and told us good information, it meant standing around, losing time in cities while he addressed the other group, hard to hear him at the back of the bus. Need two guides. Need more time in Hondaribbia and skip Getaria.
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