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9 hours
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Discover the Basque region that surrounds Bilbao called Biscay (Bizkaia in Basque language) during a full-day trip from San Sebastian. Fall in love with the charming 10th century hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe and climb its 241 stairs to get to the top and enjoy its magnificent views. Game of Thrones' 7th season was shot here, so find yourself at Dragonstone!
After recovering from the steep path from the hermitage, head to Bilbao (the financial capital of the Basque Country) and get a glimpse of the architectural and traditional beauties of this wonderful city, including Guggenheim Museum.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children and infants must be accompanied by an adult.
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
We strongly recommend to bring sport shoes and a spare Tshirt in case you want to climb the stairs all the way to the top of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe hermitage.
A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required. If the minimum group for carrying out the activity would not be reached, an alternative date or full refund would be offered. If your booking was below this number we will contact you at least 2 days in advance to inform you in case the minimum group size was not covered by this stage. Please feel free to contact us anytime to confirm the total amount of bookings for your tour date.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
IMPORTANT - At all times, the advice given at access points must be followed, and the measures and recommendations established by health authorities should be respected. It is recommended to check the weather forecast for the day of the visit (Euskalmet) and to follow the authorities' recommendations in case of extreme weather events. On days with an orange alert and to avoid health incidents, it is advised not to hike up to the San Juan de Gaztelugatxe hermitage during the affected hours. In any case, it is recommended to take self-protection measures, such as wearing comfortable and suitable footwear, protecting yourself from the sun, and staying properly hydrated.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Local guide
Transportation in a private vehicle with A/C
Lunch
Guggenheim Museum and Gaztelugatxe Admission Ticket
Hotel Pick up and Drop off
Rain clothes and umbrellas
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Pickup included
Language
Pickup included
138 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Pamela D,
Apr 18, 2025
- Viator
Ana and Paul were excellent guides. They spoke very good English, drove safely, and took great care of us. They know a lot about the stops on our tour, and showed us a lot of extras! Gatztelugatxe would be very hard to navigate without help.
Zelda M,
Mar 24, 2025
- Viator
Victor, our local expert guide is very friendly and helpful. He is also very knowledgeable, explaining about the history and culture of the Basque Country. As there was only our family in this tour, Victor added a few more interesting locations on the way back to San Sebastián ~ Zumaia Flysch and Getaria via the coastal route, and the view was breathtaking! Victor also helped us take a lot of nice pictures at those locations. He really made our trip very much enjoyable. Will definitely recommend this trip especially Victor.
Nashwa A,
Nov 3, 2024
- Viator
I had an incredible experience on this tour! Our guide, Javier, was fantastic—very friendly and exceptionally knowledgeable, which added so much depth to the tour. It was the perfect way to explore areas beyond San Sebastián, with a wonderful mix of nature, city sights, and museums. Each stop offered something unique, and the whole tour felt well-rounded and thoughtfully planned. I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a diverse and immersive experience!
Jennifer G,
Oct 28, 2024
- Viator
The journey to Bilbao from San Sebastián was a great way to learn about the Basque regional independence, the geography and use of the land, and the history of the coastal areas. Alby was incredibly accommodating and supportive for the small group we had, which quickly became like a group of old friends. The access to a car to get us to the museum, the busy old town, and escaping from the rain was the best way to explore this exciting city. Thank you!
Tammy,
Oct 13, 2024
- Viator
Ana was a fantastic guide. She was knowledgeable about the history and gave the group time to explore alone. I would wear better trail shoes and absolutely do this again!
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