Basque Country by car & ferry: Bilbao, La Rioja & San Sebastián
7 days from $3,630pp
Nervión River, Bilbao
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Tour highlights
Journey to northern Spain by ferry in the comfort of your car.
Spend time in the Spanish wine region of La Rioja.
Explore the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao.
Stroll the streets of San Sebastián on a food tasting tour.
Price includes:
- All accommodation
- Cross Channel transfers
- Activities and excursions as detailed
- 24-hour support while you travel
Itinerary idea
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Travel to Portsmouth and board your overnight ferry to Bilbao.
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![Guggenheim, Bilbao]()
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![Cityscape, Bilbao]()
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![Pintxos, Bilbao]()
Pintxos, Bilbao
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Arrive in Bilbao and drive to your hotel to settle in. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of the Guggenheim Museum, known for its distinctive twisted titanium and glass façade.
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![Vizcaya Bridge, Bilbao]()
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![Cityscape, Bilbao]()
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![Nervión River, Bilbao]()
Nervión River, Bilbao
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This morning, drive into La Rioja wine region and to your hotel in the heart of the wine country. The rest of the day is yours to explore. We suggest a leisurely hike through the countryside or a visit to a local winery.
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![Street scene, Logroño]()
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![Logroño, La Rioja]()
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Logroño
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Leaving La Rioja, you’ll make your way north to San Sebastián, stop at local wineries for a shared tour, learning about the wine making process, followed by lunch and some tastings.
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![La Concha beach, San Sebastián]()
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![Waterfront, San Sebastián]()
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![Santa Catalina bridge, San Sebastián]()
Santa Catalina bridge, San Sebastián
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Spend the morning on a guided tour of San Sebastián, exploring its historical heart. In the evening, you’ll enjoy a walking tour of the city as you sample pintxos, Basque small plates.
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![Pintxos, San Sebastián]()
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![Old town, San Sebastián]()
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![Pintxos, San Sebastián]()
Pintxos, San Sebastián
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Spend today at leisure in San Sebastián, exploring some of the city’s beautiful outdoor spaces or driving to surrounding towns.
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![Pintxos, San Sebastián]()
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![La Concha Bay, San Sebastián]()
La Concha Bay, San Sebastián
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Drive to Bilbao and catch the overnight ferry to Portsmouth.
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![Ribera Market, Bilbao]()
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![Nervión River, Bilbao]()
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![Guggenheim, Bilbao ©TURESPAÑA]()
Guggenheim, Bilbao ©TURESPAÑA
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Accommodation
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Cap Finistère overnight ferry ![Ferry, Brittany ferries]()
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Hotel Miró ![Hotel Miró]()
Hotel Miró
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Hotel Calle Mayor ![Hotel Calle Mayor, Logroño]()
Hotel Calle Mayor
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Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra ![Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra, San Sebastián]()
Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra
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Akelarre ![Hotel Akelarre, San Sebastián]()
Akelarre
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Villa Soro ![Villa Soro, San Sebastián]()
Villa Soro
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Hotel Maria Cristina ![Hotel Maria Cristina, San Sebastián]()
Hotel Maria Cristina
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The specialist who designs your trip to Spain will have explored the country many times and, in some cases, lived there. Their first-hand knowledge gives us the belief that no other travel company can match our expertise in helping you plan your trip.
When to go
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| Place | Daily max temperature (°F) | Monthly rainfall (mm) |
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